Solomon Eshiet: Leading Endpoint Security and IT Risk Management Across 8,000+ Systems
As cyber threats intensify across financial institutions and enterprise environments, organizations are increasingly relying on seasoned security professionals to safeguard their digital assets. Solomon Eshiet, a Senior IT Security Analyst based in Nigeria, stands at the forefront of this mission — leading endpoint security initiatives and strengthening information security frameworks across thousands of systems.
With over eight years of experience spanning IT support, application management, security operations, and banking technology, Eshiet has built a career defined by resilience, governance, and strategic risk management
SECURING ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE AT SCALE
Currently serving as Senior Information Technology Security Analyst at Stanbic IBTC (September 2024 – Present), Eshiet oversees security operations across more than 8,000 endpoints. His responsibilities cover:
- Risk management and vulnerability assessment
- Security monitoring and logging
- Threat detection and response
- Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
- Business continuity and disaster recovery
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Cloud and network security
His leadership role reflects both technical depth and operational oversight, ensuring compliance readiness and resilience within a highly regulated banking environment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW
Below is a structured summary of Solomon Eshiet’s current and past working experience:
| Organization | Role | Duration | Key Responsibilities & Impact |
| Stanbic IBTC | Senior Information Technology Security Analyst | Sept 2024 – Present | Leads endpoint security across 8,000+ systems; drives threat detection, risk management, compliance readiness, and security operations |
| Stanbic IBTC | Application Support Lead | Nov 2021 – Sept 2024 | Oversaw application management & support; strengthened business workflows and client systems stability |
| Stanbic IBTC | Information Technology Support Analyst | Jul 2018 – Nov 2021 | Provided IT systems administration and support; enhanced operational efficiency and technical service delivery |
Across these roles, Eshiet progressively advanced from IT support functions to senior-level security oversight — reflecting both growth and sustained performance within the organization.
CERTIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE
Solomon Eshiet’s professional credentials reinforce his technical authority. He holds:
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Finacle Functional & Technical Training
- Career Essentials in Generative AI (Microsoft & LinkedIn)
In recognition of his performance and leadership, he has received multiple Standard Bank Beyond Excellence Awards and Service & Leadership Awards
His expertise spans Microsoft Azure, endpoint security, automation, privileged access management, insider threat detection, and advanced security metrics reporting — positioning him as a versatile enterprise security professional.
ACADEMIC FOUNDATION
Eshiet holds both a Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Science (BSc Honours) in Information Technology from Liverpool Hope University
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His academic background complements his hands-on experience in system administration, security architecture, and operational risk management.
DRIVING SECURITY EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL SERVICES
Solomon Eshiet’s professional journey reflects a commitment to safeguarding enterprise infrastructure in complex, high-risk environments. From IT support to senior security leadership, he has consistently demonstrated the ability to align technology, compliance, and operational resilience.
As financial institutions continue to navigate evolving cyber risks, professionals like Eshiet play a critical role in ensuring stability, trust, and security within the digital banking ecosystem.
LinkedIn Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/solomoneshiet/
