Chikezie Nwakudu

Chikezie Nwakudu is a skilled security engineer with extensive experience in IT security and operations. Currently serving as a Senior Associate at Geller since July 2017, Chikezie has orchestrated VPN configurations on both Palo Alto and Cisco ASA platforms and implemented best practices for VPN security. Previous roles include managing IT security operations, where installation and removal of Change Auditor was conducted, and providing technical assistance as an IT Helpdesk Intern. Prior to Geller, Chikezie worked as a Relationship Manager at AXA Mansard, generating over $800k in new business through effective sales strategies. Experience as a Network Administrator at Futurescape Consultants included overseeing LAN and WAN installations, while early career roles involved solving hardware issues at CHAMS PLC. Chikezie holds a Master of Science in Information, Networking, and Computer Security from the New York Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Babcock University.