“Record Speed: CyberGirls 3.0’s Damilola Cliches Cybersecurity Job in Bristol Just Two Months of Training”
Damilola Abiona
“Fresh out of the compulsory National Service year in Nigeria, I found myself in a challenging situation, applying for countless jobs with no success. But all that changed dramatically when I was selected for the CyberGirls program.
As I kept sharing about my CyberGirls journey and experiences on LinkedIn and WhatsApp, one of my network connections reached out, recommending me to a cybersecurity company, and that’s how I landed my role at a company based in Bristol. The company recognized the networking knowledge I had amassed from CyberGirls and decided to further train me while I earn and work with the team.
Now, I’m working as a Junior Cloud Security Consultant for our major clients in Africa and continuing the CyberGirls Fellowship. I can confidently say that the prerequisite (foundational) courses in CyberGirls were instrumental in getting me here; they prepared me thoroughly for the interview process.
I’m just 2 months into the 7months of CyberGirls training, but my skill set now includes proficiency in monitoring and protecting network infrastructures using firewalls, cloud security, and cryptography. Furthermore, I’ve become conversant with Linux environment configuration, management, operation, and debugging, essential commands and concepts included. I’ve also gained a foundational understanding of Identity Access Management, learning how to design and implement effective IAM systems, as well as basic knowledge of ITIL4 and the Windows Operating System, particularly focusing on Active Directory.
Thank you CyberSafe Foundation for this life-changing opportunity, for lighting the path to a brighter future, and for helping me unlock my #cybersecurity potential. Your investment in me has already started to yield fruit, and I’m excited for what the future holds.”
Congratulations Damilola Abiona, I’m super elated and proud of you!
