Funso Bakare
Frankfurt (Oder),BB
Summary
Dynamic Security Intelligence Analyst with proven expertise at Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE in incident response, threat assessment and protection of intellectual property. Demonstrated success in conducting OSINT investigations and delivering high-quality reports, enhancing decision-making processes. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and uphold corporate integrity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Intelligence Analyst (Career Experience)
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
03.2025 - Current
- Identify and mitigate threats to Tesla's confidential and business-sensitive data.
- Support the EMEA and North-America Team by utilizing Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) to perform enhanced background checks on applicants into high risk positions.
- Conduct investigations into potential data exfiltration and policy violations, ensuring swift response and containment.
- Respond to data exfiltration incidents by analyzing network activities of users to identify threat factors.
- Perform manual leads arising from internal and external activities that may constitute threat to the company.
- Liaise with HR, and other Stakeholders to ensure thorough and policy-aligned resolution of security incidents.
- Support in conducting Executive Vulnerability Assessments for Tesla Employee in high profile position.
Access Control Specialist
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Supported the Team in monitoring and tracking
compliance with Access Control Global Policy, Procedures and
Guidelines. - Supported the manager and the team in implementing a new Standard of Procedure on Access Control emergency support for emergency response Team Onsite.
- Managed and processed access requests to the company's
physical facilities using modern technologies such as Sail Point Software, Gallagher software, and Work Bench Software. - Provided exceptional customer service to contractors and all 3rd party vendors in relation to access issues in accordance with Service Level Agreement (SLA) guidelines.
Regional Security (Intern)
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in performing Risk Assessment and analysis on the use of smart water substances which drastically reduced theft of valuable assets on site.
- Supported in security and safety awareness program during and after onboarding new recruits on site.
- Supported the physical security team in procurement of security of equipment using the internal procurement tool (Warp). Successfully supported in finding and onboarding new security vendors for the supply of security equipment.
- Supported the Team in analyzing large data obtained from Security Operation Center in order to prioritize response to security incidents and events onsite.
In-House Legal Counsel
Pazino Engineering and Construction Company
12.2017 - 12.2021
- Provided comprehensive legal support to commercial and procurement teams, including drafting and negotiating contracts related to construction, equipment procurement, logistics, and real estate transactions.
- Lead execution and enforcement of contracts, including contract of sale agreement, Service Level Agreement, Joint Ventures Agreement, issuing default notices, and represented the company during proceeding for alternative dispute resolutions.
- Advised senior management and department leads on strategic legal matters involving land acquisition, engineering, and construction projects.
- Collaborated with regional team by providing legal guidance for infrastructure and construction equipment agreements in line with corporate goals.
- Mentored junior legal staff and Interns by driving continuous
improvement initiatives within the legal department.
Legal Associate
Afe Babalola Chambers
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Provided legal representation and advice to corporate clients in
civil and criminal litigation. - Conducted evidence collection, witness interviews, and forensic collaboration for legal strategy formulation.
- Drafted persuasive briefs and motions that resulted in positive rulings for clients at both trial court levels and Appeal courts.
- Collaborated with Law enforcement Agencies in the prosecution of cases.
- Assisted the firm's financial clients (United Bank of Africa, Keystone Bank) in managing and mitigating contractual risks, leading to a 30% reduction in potential legal disputes.
Education
Master of Arts - Information Security
International Security Management
Berlin School Of Economics And Law11-2024
MBA - European And International Law
Master in Business Law
Technical University Berlin, Germany12-2020
Barrister At Law (BL) - Law
Council of Legal Education (Nigerian Law School)
Nigeria01-2014
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
Ekiti State University
Nigeria07-2013
Skills
- Incident response
- Incident Investigation
- Threat assessment
- Network analysis
- Verbal, interpersonal, and written communication
- Risk Management
- Data Exfiltration Analysis
- Case Management & Documentation
- Time management & Ability to prioritize tasks
- Highest level of integrity and honesty
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Performed 345 Genesis Checks in less than3 months and in compliance with Risk Management guidelines, thereby enhancing Team efficiency.
- Responded to several External Data Sharing requests on a daily basis from Stakeholders across business functions, timely and efficiently.
- Triaged several Data Exfiltration Incidents, and referred potential threats to Investigators.
- Investigated Manual Leads request and reported findings.
Affiliations
- Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)
- International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2)
- Nigerian Bar Association
Certification
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified in Cyber Security (CC)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Intermediate (B1)
Work Tools
Investigation Tools: Xsoar, Splunk, ProofPoint, Apollo, Gallagher
OSINT Tool: Navigator - Garage (Internal Use), Warp (Internal Use), Strider, Navigator, Cycle Tracker (Internal Use), Wayback Machine, Archive.today.
Other Tools: Microsoft Office Suite, including Sharepoint, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
Timeline
Security Intelligence Analyst (Career Experience)
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
03.2025 - Current
Access Control Specialist
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
05.2023 - 02.2025
Regional Security (Intern)
Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
12.2022 - 05.2023
In-House Legal Counsel
Pazino Engineering and Construction Company
12.2017 - 12.2021
Legal Associate
Afe Babalola Chambers
01.2014 - 12.2014
Master of Arts - Information Security
International Security Management
MBA - European And International Law
Master in Business Law
Barrister At Law (BL) - Law
Council of Legal Education (Nigerian Law School)
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
Ekiti State University
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