Muhammad Rabiu

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented Cybersecurity Specialist with experience in IT support, cybersecurity risk management, and business analytics. Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues, enhance system security, and implement efficient IT solutions. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for AI-driven cybersecurity applications.

Education

Old Dominion University – Norfolk, VA
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, Minor in Computer Science
Expected Graduation: May 2025

Honors & Achievements:
• Dean’s List (2021-2022, 2023-2024)
• Monarch Pride Grant Recipient
• Academic Honors Scholarship – Perry Honors College

Technical Skills
• Cybersecurity & Risk Management: Vulnerability assessments, risk mitigation, penetration testing
• IT Support & Networking: Troubleshooting, network security, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, ServiceNow
• Programming & Automation: Python, JavaScript, Linux scripting, database management
• AI & Data Analysis: Machine learning applications, AI-driven security solutions, data visualization

Work Experience

ITS Student Worker – Old Dominion University (Aug 2021 – Present)
• Provided technical support for hardware, software, and network troubleshooting to ensure system reliability.
• Configured and managed Microsoft Endpoint Manager, enhancing IT security and performance.
• Streamlined ticket management using ServiceNow, improving response efficiency by 25%.
• Conducted network testing and security assessments to optimize system performance.

Cybersecurity Researcher – COVA CCI Cybersecurity Program (Sept 2024 – Present)
• Conducted AI-driven cybersecurity risk assessments and proposed mitigation strategies.
• Developed research on deepfake detection and AI-generated disinformation risks.
• Collaborated with industry professionals to explore policy recommendations for AI security.

Cyber Navigator Intern – Virginia Cyber Navigator Internship Program (May 2024 – Aug 2024)
• Assisted in risk assessment and security protocol implementation for critical infrastructure.
• Ensured compliance with NIST security frameworks in IT operations.
• Provided cybersecurity awareness training to state election officials.

Projects & Research
• Deepfake Detection & AI Ethics – Developed a research paper analyzing AI misuse in cybersecurity.
• Cyber Risk Assessment – Conducted vulnerability testing and security evaluations for government entities.
• AI-Driven Security Automation – Built a prototype for automating cybersecurity incident response.

Certifications & Training
• CompTIA Security+ (In Progress)
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (Planned)
• Ethical Hacking Training – TryHackMe & Hack The Box

Leadership & Activities
• Resident Assistant – Old Dominion University Housing (2023 – Present)
• Global Monarch Club Mentor (2024 – Present)
• National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Member
• Engineering Without Borders – Member