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Oleksandr Sheniak

M.Sc. Information Security · Former E-Commerce Founder & CEO · Front-End Developer · Project Manager

Dual M.Sc. graduate in Information Security and Public Administration with 10+ years building and securing technology systems. Founded and scaled a multi-country e-commerce platform backed by self-built VMware IaaS infrastructure (120+ VMs), SSL/2FA controls, and secure payment integrations. Developed front-end applications at SoftServe (Vue.js, TypeScript) and led 700+ client contracts as a Crew Manager. Currently deepening hands-on expertise in SIEM, threat detection, cloud security, and secure SDLC — targeting SOC analyst, GRC, and cloud security roles in Canada and the USA.

✉ sheniaks@gmail.com 📍 Winnipeg, MB, Canada 📞 +1 (647) 242-4221
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10+
Years in Tech & Management
20K+
Orders Delivered (TopWot)
120+
VMs Managed (VMware IaaS)
2×
Master's Degrees
9+
Certifications Earned
// skills

Technical & Professional Skills

A broad foundation across cybersecurity, infrastructure, development, and business operations.

🔐 Cybersecurity
Wireshark tcpdump Kali Linux Nmap Nessus Metasploit Burp Suite Security Onion SIEM Zero Trust IAM NIST / ISO GRC Fundamentals Vulnerability Scanning Incident Response OWASP
💻 Development
JavaScript TypeScript Vue.js / VueX HTML5 CSS3 / Flex / Grid SQL Bash WordPress Git / GitHub REST APIs Android (Java) NPM / Bootstrap
🖥️ Infrastructure
VMware IaaS Linux (Ubuntu/Kali) Windows Server Oracle DB AWS CLI (intro) SSL/TLS 2FA / Auth Network Monitoring CI/CD Pipelines
📋 Project Management
Agile / Scrum Jira Confluence Trello Asana Notion Risk Management Stakeholder Reporting Sprint Planning Budget Management
🛠️ Tools & Platforms
MS Office 365 Google Workspace Slack Zoom Obsidian ERP Systems CRM Tools Andon / Oracle DB
🌐 Languages
English — Advanced Ukrainian — Fluent Russian — Native French — Beginner (since 2026)
🚗 Other
Driver's License 5F Personal Vehicle Work Auth — All Provinces
// experience

Work Experience

10+ years across cybersecurity training, manufacturing, logistics, e-commerce, and software development.

Jan 2025
Present
Winnipeg, MB
E-Commerce & Digital Operations Specialist
Independent / Thrift Store
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
  • Designed and deployed AI-driven automation pipelines for inventory management and content generation.
  • Coordinated multi-vendor digital workflows ensuring quality control and operational continuity.
  • Maintained deployment documentation and tracked ETL pipeline performance using KPI analysis.
AI AutomationETL Pipelines OperationsKPI Tracking
Jun 2025
Sep 2025
4 months · Remote
Cybersecurity Trainee
SoftServe
Remote
  • Executed structured security testing across application environments following secure SDLC frameworks.
  • Collaborated in Agile sprints to coordinate vulnerability assessments and track remediation actions.
  • Gained hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, threat analysis pipelines, and cloud security deployment.
  • Completed SoftServe Academy Cybersecurity Fundamentals certification (Aug 2025).
SIEMVulnerability Assessment Secure SDLCAgile Cloud Security
Jun 2024
Jan 2025
8 months · Winnipeg
Production Specialist / Team Member
New Flyer Industries
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
  • Installed electrical components per technical blueprints in a safety-critical manufacturing environment.
  • Conducted in-process quality inspections and logged non-conformance issues via Oracle DB and Andon system.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with QA, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.
  • Performed daily inventory verification against bill of materials for production compliance.
Quality AssuranceOracle DB WHMISBlueprint Reading
Jun 2022
Nov 2023
1.5 yrs · Etobicoke
Crew Manager
Special Force Movers / Let's Do Moving
Etobicoke, ON, Canada
  • Generated CAD $350K in new revenue through collaboration with sales and marketing teams.
  • Managed 700+ contracts: scope, scheduling, logistics coordination, and client reporting.
  • Reduced safety incidents by 25% through implementation of rigorous training and risk protocols.
  • Handled confidential client data and payment documentation in cloud-based CRM systems.
Team LeadershipOperations PM CRMRisk Assessment
Mar 2014
Jun 2022
8.3 yrs · UA/PL/DE
CEO & Owner
TopWot Online Store
Ukraine / Poland / Germany
  • Built and scaled an e-commerce platform — 20,000+ orders, 4,000+ clients over 8 years.
  • Deployed and managed IaaS infrastructure with VMware: 120+ virtual machines with automated updates and monitoring.
  • Implemented SSL, 2FA, anti-fraud controls, and secure payment integrations (PayPal, Stripe).
  • Led an international team of freelancers — hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, salary administration.
  • Maintained 98% positive customer feedback across all platforms.
VMware IaaSEntrepreneurship Team ManagementSSL/2FA Budget Management
Nov 2021
Apr 2022
6 months · Dnipro
Front-End Developer
SoftServe
Dnipro, Ukraine
  • Built responsive UIs using HTML5, CSS3 (FlexBox/Grid), JavaScript/TypeScript, and Vue.js.
  • Participated in CI/CD pipeline deployments and code reviews within Agile/Scrum framework.
  • Mentored junior team members; reported on user stories and milestones via Zenhub and Asana.
Vue.jsTypeScript CSS Grid/FlexCI/CD Agile/Scrum
Mar 2017
Sep 2017
7 months · Dnipro
Junior Android Developer
SmartIT-Ukraine
Dnipro, Ukraine
  • Developed Android app features and performed QA, compatibility testing across devices.
  • Documented release notes and escalated faults for resolution within structured team environment.
AndroidJava QA Testing
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Projects & Labs

Hands-on cybersecurity and development work built across training programs and professional experience.

🏫
SoftServe Cybersecurity Bootcamp
Mentored training program — threat analysis, cloud security fundamentals, SIEM basics, and secure application deployment.
SIEMCloud Security Threat Analysis
🛒
TopWot IaaS Infrastructure
Self-built IaaS platform using VMware — 120+ virtual machines with automated updates, monitoring, and security controls (SSL, 2FA, anti-fraud).
VMwareIaaS AutomationSSL/2FA
🤖
AI-Driven Inventory Automation
Designed and deployed AI automation pipelines for e-commerce inventory management, content generation, and ETL data processing.
AI AutomationETL Data Pipelines
📱
Android App Development
Developed and deployed Android application features at SmartIT-Ukraine — QA testing, compatibility checks, and release documentation.
AndroidJava QA
🏷️
eBay Resale Automation
Vibe-coded resale toolkit — eBay price tracker, AI-generated listing descriptions, item appraisal, and automated posting pipeline built with Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and OpenClaw.
eBay APIAI Automation OpenClaw2025
🛍️
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H3W6 Webshop Front-End
E-commerce storefront UI built as part of SoftServe IT Academy's curriculum — cart system, product navigation, and responsive layout.
HTMLCSS JavaScript2021
// certifications

Certifications

Professional and technical certifications across cybersecurity, project management, and development.

🛡️
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
SoftServe Academy
August 2025
🌐
Foundations of Cybersecurity
Google / Coursera
November 2023
⚠️
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks
Google / Coursera
November 2023
📊
Certificate in Advanced Project Management
York University (ABMP)
November 2022
🔗
Supply Chain Fundamentals
York University (ABMP)
July 2022
⚡
JavaScript (ScriptJedi42)
ScriptJedi42 / programmingmentor.com
June 2022
🖥️
HTML5 / CSS3 / JavaScript Fundamentals
SoftServe IT Academy
November 2021
☣️
Canadian WHMIS 2015 (2024 Edition)
Workplace Hazardous Materials
2024
🏗️
Production Lane Crane Operator Training
New Flyer Industries
2024
🍁
Canadian Employment Readiness (P2, P3, P4)
Immigrant Centre Manitoba
2022
// education

Education

Two Master's degrees spanning information security and public administration.

M.Sc. — Information & Communication Systems Security
National Mining University
2010 – 2016 · Dnipro, Ukraine
Qualification 2149.2: Expert in Organisation of Information Security. Core study: electronics, networked systems, signal analysis, cryptography, and system architecture.
M.Sc. — Public Management & Administration
NAPA / Dnipropetrovsk Regional Institute for Public Administration
2017 – 2019 · Dnipro, Ukraine
National Academy for Public Administration under the President of Ukraine. Focus on governance, policy, and public sector management.
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Get in Touch

Open to cybersecurity, SOC analyst, GRC, cloud security, and project management roles in Canada and the USA.

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Email
sheniaks@gmail.com
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LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/sheniaks
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Phone
+1 (647) 242-4221
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Location
Winnipeg, MB, Canada