Stephane Fonkam
Capitol Heights
Summary
Experienced cybersecurity practitioner and educator with over ten years of success teaching foundational and applied information technology courses, complemented by years of industry experience as a Detection Engineer. Demonstrated ability to translate complex cybersecurity and threat-detection concepts into clear, engaging, and well-structured instruction for diverse learners. Strong focus on bridging theory with real-world application through practical problem-solving and analytical reasoning. Brings a multidisciplinary analytical perspective that enhances instructional clarity and supports the development of effective detection strategies for emerging threats. Committed to academic excellence, student mentorship, and workforce-relevant cybersecurity education
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Detection Engineer
Trinity Cyber, Inc
05.2020 - Current
- Designed and maintained advanced detection rules across SIEM and EDR platforms, improving detection accuracy by 35% and reducing false positives by 45%.
- Conducted threat analysis, incident investigations, and proactive threat hunting using MITRE ATT&CK, uncovering dozens previously undetected attack patterns.
- Developed Python and PowerShell automation scripts, increasing detection coverage by 50% and streamlining workflows.
- Regularly trained and mentored new analysts, accelerating onboarding by 30% and enhancing overall team capability.
- Translated complex security findings into actionable recommendations for IT and leadership, improving incident response decision-making by 25%
Information Technology Help Desk Technician
Youth of Africa Career Development
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Led and coordinated free introductory IT courses for a global student audience.
- Designed and delivered foundational curriculum covering core IT and cybersecurity concepts.
- Trained and supported instructors and teaching assistants to maintain instructional quality.
- Mentored students from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing problem-solving and career readiness.
- Adapted content for remote and asynchronous learning and continuously improved coursework based on feedback and performance.
IT Support Technician
Abdou Moumouni University
01.2007 - 08.2016
- Provided technical support to students and faculty for hardware, software, and classroom technology issues.
- Troubleshot operating systems, applications, and network connectivity in an academic environment.
- Supported instructional technologies and learning platforms to ensure smooth classroom and remote instruction.
- Delivered clear, professional assistance to users with varying levels of technical expertise.
- Documented and escalated issues appropriately while balancing academic responsibilities.
Education
B.S. - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah08.2024
Associate of Arts - undefined
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD05.2022
Doctor of Medicine (M.D) - undefined
Universite Abdou Moumouni
Niamey, Niger08.2014
Skills
- Cybersecurity Incident Response
- Network Protocol Analysis
- Scripting
- Curriculum Design and Instruction
- Student Mentorship and Advising
- Analytical Reasoning
- Operating Systems and Network Fundamentals
- System troubleshooting
- Security Information and Event Management
- Technical reporting
Certification
- CompTIA ITF, A+, Network+, Security +, Pentest+, CySA+, Project+
- Linux Professional Institute
- ITIL 4 Foundation
- SSCP – Systems Security Certified Practitioner
Timeline
Senior Detection Engineer
Trinity Cyber, Inc
05.2020 - Current
Information Technology Help Desk Technician
Youth of Africa Career Development
01.2017 - 04.2020
IT Support Technician
Abdou Moumouni University
01.2007 - 08.2016
Associate of Arts - undefined
Prince George's Community College
Doctor of Medicine (M.D) - undefined
Universite Abdou Moumouni
B.S. - Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Western Governors University