Victor Akinode
Lead Cybersecurity Instructor @Altschool Africa
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WORK HISTORY
Lead Cybersecurity Instructor @Altschool Africa
Lekki, NG
Delivering live and recorded sessions on penetration testing, incident response, cryptography, secure coding, and cloud security- Practical Engagement: Designing Capture-The-Flag (CTF) challenges, real-world security simulations, and hands-on projects to enhance student learning- Assessment & Evaluation: Conducting quizzes, assignments, and scenario-based exams to gauge student progress and understanding- Mentorship & Career Guidance: Coaching students on industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, and OSCP, and providing career advice for cybersecurity roles- Interactive Support: Hosting Q&A sessions, discussions, and personalized mentorship to address student challenges and improve learning outcomes- Industry Relevance: Keeping course materials aligned with current cybersecurity trends, attack methodologies, and defense strategies to ensure students stay ahead in the field.
EDUCATION
Federal University Oye-Ekiti
Bachelors, Computer Engineering
McGill University
Master of Science - MS, Computer Science
ABOUT VICTOR AKINODE
I am a AI/ML Engineer, AI safety & security professional, tech entrepreneur, and mentor with experience spanning cybersecurity consulting, artificial intelligence, agentic AI, and applied research. My work focuses on building secure systems, strengthening risk posture, and advancing the safe and responsible use of emerging technologies, particularly AI and large language models.In the past, I have built a fintech company under Finaflex Technologies Limited, where I contribute to the design and development of secure, data-driven financial systems that help individuals and businesses track expenses, manage cash flow, and gain actionable insights from financial and security event data. My work sits at the intersection of software engineering, security architecture, and data intelligence.I have also worked as an AI & Cybersecurity Consultant at KPMG Nigeria, supporting organisations with Threat Intelligence, AI Automation, AI Governance, Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT), ISO compliance, data protection and privacy assessments, and the design of AI-driven threat intelligence platforms. These engagements focused on safeguarding critical assets, strengthening governance frameworks, and mitigating enterprise security risks.As a Software Engineer at Veenode Technologies Ltd, I built secure, scalable, and data-centric software products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that balanced business growth with strong security, privacy, and reliability practices.I also have experience in Natural Language Processing (NLP), having worked as a Data Engineer and AI Engineer at Masakhane, a global grassroots research organization. My work focused on building datasets and models for low-resource African languages, which now informs my growing focus on AI safety, AI security, and risks in multicultural and low-resource models, including misuse, bias, and privacy failures.Beyond industry and research, I lead The Victor Akinode Initiatives (VAI), a purpose-driven platform focused on mentorship, education, and community building in cybersecurity and technology. Through VAI, I have trained and mentored over individuals and 300+ professionals, helping learners gain clarity and build careers across SOC, GRC, cloud security, ethical hacking, and AI security.I am a frequent speaker at tech and business events and remain deeply committed to impact-driven work, practical education, and developing the next generation of security and technology leaders. Let’s connect: h••••@victorakinode.com
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