Eugene Izuazu

Eugene Izuazu, a native of Nigeria now living in Trumbull, CT, excels in his dual roles as a corporate cybersecurity analyst and band musician. He specializes in risk assessment, ensuring the safety of corporate and client data from cyber threats that might lead to financial loss or diminish consumer confidence. His expertise also helps businesses comply with state and federal IT compliance standards for digital communications and infrastructure. His skills in computer networking and operating systems enable him to assist business owners in overcoming regulatory, transactional, and internal cyber challenges by identifying unknown risks and potential IT issues to prevent breaches. He achieves this through meticulous risk assessments and the strategic implementation of security frameworks that counteract risks and zero-day exploits. He is committed to continual learning and holds numerous professional IT certifications vital for providing the highest level of client service. His standards of professionalism are evidenced by his CompTIA A+ certification and advanced network certifications, including those from Cisco and Linux. Education has been a cornerstone of his career. He began his IT journey with computer technology training in 2010 and extensive hands-on experience across major operating systems like Windows OS, iOS, and Linux. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Urbaniana University in Roma, Italy, further solidifying his expertise. Upon moving to Trumbull, CT, he chose to specialize in cybersecurity, recognizing the increasing necessity for businesses to protect sensitive data. He also engages in freelance website design and development, catering to SMBs that need optimized websites to boost online and physical traffic. Currently, he is an IT engineering consultant at Field Nation, specializing in connecting IT experts with companies for critical IT projects, including software deployment and cybersecurity. This role offers him exposure to emerging technologies like IoT and blockchain, enriching his professional experience.