Chief Technology Officer

Mr. Abubakar Sadiq Umar (Msc)

A Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics professional with a strong background in networking, infrastructure, and academic research. Skilled in AI and robotics security, critical infrastructure protection, and cybersecurity governance. Passionate about securing digital ecosystems, building technical capacity, and driving digital transformation across Africa.

Biography

Professional Interests

My professional interests span cybersecurity governance and risk management, digital forensics, defensive security operations, ransomware detection and mitigation, applications of AI and machine learning in cybersecurity, and the security of emerging technologies and digital public infrastructure.

 

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATION

  • National Youth Services Corps (NYSC) – Nigeria.
  • Google Digital Skills for Africa – USA.
  • Satellite Communications – YahSat – Abu Dhabi, UEA.
  • Ethical Hacking – Cisco Networking Academy – USA.
  • CC – ISC2 – Virginia.
  • JSBT – Security Blue Team – London, UK.
  • SOC Level 1 – TryHackMe – London, UK.
  • Security certifications – Cybrary – Maryland.
  • Digital Forensics – Cybrary – Maryland.

Skills and Expertise

  • Cybersecurity & Governance
  • Defensive Security
  • Digital Forensics
  • Programming & Systems
  • Networking
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Research & Analysis
  • Team Collaboration
  • Good Communication & Listening. 

Work Experience

  • Network Operation Center Front Office Analyst (NOC-FO)
    Galaxy Backbone Ltd – 2023 – 2025
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
    Edutech Hub – 2024 – 2025
  • Senior Programmer
    Veebolt Access Limited – 2019 – 2022

Education Background

  • Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK)Msc Cybersecurity and Digital Forensic
  • Hill City University Benin (HCUB) – Bsc Computer Science
  • Datapoint Institute of Technology – Dip. Computer Engineering and Networking
  • Rybeka Model College – High School.

Membership / Awards

  • The International Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Academy (ICDFA)
  • Cyber Security Experts of Nigeria(CSEAN)

 

Professional Skills

Cybersecurity & Governance 100%
Defensive Security 100%
Digital Forensics 100%
Programming & Systems 100%
Networking 100%
Emerging Technologies 100%
Research & Analysis 100%
Team Collaboration 100%
Good Communication & Listening 100%