Eugene Izuazu

Eugene Izuazu, based in Trumbull, CT, is a band musician and an IT consultant specializing in corporate cybersecurity analysis and risk assessment. Originating from Nigeria, he excels at protecting corporate and client data and IT systems from cyber threats that could lead to financial loss or diminished consumer confidence. He assists businesses in adhering to state and federal IT compliance processes for digital communications and infrastructure best practices.

Through his expertise in computer networks and operating systems, Izuazu helps business owners navigate regulatory, transactional, and internal cyber challenges. He identifies and frames unknown risks and potential IT issues to prevent breaches before they occur. He achieves this by conducting risk assessments and strategically implementing security frameworks that mitigate risks and zero-day exploits that exploit unaddressed security flaws in computer hardware, software, or firmware.

He is dedicated to lifelong learning and has earned numerous professional IT certifications that are essential for providing the highest level of client care. His professionalism is demonstrated by his CompTIA A+ certification and his sought-after network certifications from Cisco and Linux.

Certifications and Licenses

• His professional IT credentials include:
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• CompTIA A+ Certification
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• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
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• Cybersecurity Essentials - Cisco and Linux
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• Linux Mint ResourcesNetworking Essentials Cisco Issued Jan 2024
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• Cisco Networking Basics Issued Jan 2024

Education

He has advanced through the IT service consultant ranks, beginning with computer technology training in 2010 and gaining hands-on experience with high-profile operating systems such as Windows OS, IOS, and Linux. He later obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Urbaniana University in Roma, Italy, an institution under the regulation of the Congregation for Catholic Education.

Upon moving to Trumbull, CT, he selected cybersecurity as his field of specialization, recognizing the growing necessity for businesses to protect employee information, customer records, corporate financial data, and hard assets from cybercriminals. He also engages in freelance website design and development, aiding SMBs in optimizing their websites to enhance their online business and increase foot traffic to their physical stores.

Per Scholas - 2024 (pending certification)

Cybersecurity - Computer Networking - IT Engineering - Cloud Applications

• Naugatuck Valley Community College - 2024 Graduate
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• Web Design/Development
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• Urbaniana University - 2015 Graduate
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• Bachelor's degree, Arts and Science
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• Lincoln Computer Training Institute -2011 Graduate
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• Computer Basics/Operating systems (Windows, Linux & IOS)

Career

Currently, he is employed at Field Nation, a company that specializes in connecting IT experts with companies in need of contract employees for mission-critical IT projects like software deployment, cybersecurity, IoT, and IT peripheral equipment repairs. He enjoys the diverse experience opportunities that working as an independent IT service provider offers, including firsthand experiences in niche markets like multi-layered home security systems and emerging technologies such as IoT, Blockchain, and artificial intelligence platforms.

He focuses on business IT system security to help companies protect intellectual property and maintain customer trust amid rising cyber threats that can disrupt operations and result in significant financial losses. His broad range of IT software and OS training enables him to uniquely understand the most popular software architectures and operating infrastructures, identify threats, and alert IT departments about anomalous activities or potential attacks.

In addition to conducting risk assessments and analyzing security frameworks, Izuazu is skilled at showing companies how to manage their IT vulnerabilities with penetration testing. He designs and implements security protocols that effectively respond to incidents and enhance employee workstation and operating system security.

IT Expertise

Izuazu has a robust foundation in IT systems administration and protocols, using his years of experience to provide clients with a strong response to cyber threats and a fortified defense to protect servers, networks, business apps, and databases. His expertise includes:

• IT Systems Administrator
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• Cybersecurity and Computer Networks
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• Operating Systems - Windows, macOS, Cisco, Kali Linux
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• Website and UI Design and Development
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• Cloud Computing and Cloud Applications
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• JavaScript and Dart Languages
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• Data Analysis and Oracle Experience

Band Musician

Additionally, he is a formally trained musician residing in Trumbull, CT, who enjoys playing various wind instruments, particularly the saxophone. He has toured with both local and national bands, performing in venues ranging from large music hall auditoriums to intimate settings such as nightclubs and outdoor entertainment spaces. His experience allows him to cover legendary jazz musicians and collaborate with emerging artists to create original jazz, blues, and contemporary music compositions.