Hi, I’m
Antony Mathenge
Nairobi
Summary
IT professional with 5 years of experience developing and implementing security solutions in fast-paced environments. Skilled in Network Operations and Customer support with proven history of delivering exceptional risk management support.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
14
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work History
Online Jobs Freelance
Cybersecurity Analyst
5 2022 - Current
Job overview
- As a cyber security analyst, the work involves:
- Plan for disaster recovery and create contingency plans in the event of any security breaches, Monitor for attacks, intrusions and unusual, unauthorised or illegal activity,
- Test and evaluate security products, Design new security systems and upgrade existing ones, Use advanced analytic tools to determine emerging threat patterns and vulnerabilities,
- Engage in 'ethical hacking, for example, simulating security breaches,
- Identify potential weaknesses and implement measures, such as firewalls and encryption,
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Educated employees about cybersecurity best practices, reducing instances of user-related incidents significantly.
- Evaluated emerging technologies, providing recommendations on their potential benefits or risks to organizational security posture.
- Performed regular reviews of user access rights, minimizing the risk posed by insider threats or compromised accounts.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention systems.
- Developed business continuity plans, allowing the organization to maintain operations during unforeseen events or disasters.
AFRICAR TRACK INTERNATIONAL
IT OFFICER
03.2019 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Research, advise and manage IT technicians to improve efficiency, and quick time response to clients through proper system maintenance, data monitoring and network security.
- Upgraded outdated systems with modern technology, enhancing overall performance and reliability.
- Streamlined helpdesk operations through the development of efficient ticketing systems and workflows.
- Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching, and maintenance.
- Built, repaired and installed computer-related hardware based on deployment procedures.
- Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
COMTEC MANAGED HOSTING SOLUTIONS
Network Operations Engineer
03.2015 - 11.2018
Job overview
- I redesigned the Data center network by introducing Intrusion Prevention Systems, upgrading firewalls and reconfiguring routers and switches, thus improving security by 50%
- I also developed User policies and performed system audits; this decreased system breakdown by 80%.
- Provided continuous support to end-users, resolving connectivity issues promptly and professionally.
- Enhanced system uptime by proactively monitoring and troubleshooting network issues.
- Played an instrumental role in responding to critical outages swiftly, restoring services with minimal disruption to operations or user experience.
- Installed fiber, ethernet, and console cabling in climate-controlled NOC.
- Delivered tier-3 support for co-location, customer backup networks, and ISP services.
- Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems.
- Streamlined internal processes by automating routine tasks using scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
NECXUSS TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED
SOFTWARE Programmer
05.2014 - 12.2014
Job overview
- I was involved in the development and documentation of programs assigned to me
- This included collecting defining and interpreting user requirements system designing and programming as required and desired by user
- Also maintained office network which is both wireless and LAN network
- Performed client support through team Viewer and went on-site when necessary.
Education
Kabarak UniversityNakuru
BSc. Computer Science
01.2010 - 04.2013
Nyahururu Boys High SchoolNyahururu
Certificate of Secondary Education
01.2006 - 04.2009
Ninety-One Municipality Primary SchoolNyahururu
Certificate of Primary Education
01.1998 - 04.2005
Skills
System (IT) auditing
System and network security
Customer support & Ticket Management
IT equipment installation and configuration
Information security
Leadership skills
Strategizing decision-making
User and fault management
IT & Field Operation Support
Network Management
Network & GSM Troubleshooting
Software development using Python
Highly analytical with exceptional presentation skills
Certification
CompTIA Security Plus,
Affiliations
- Computer Society of Kenya, Member
- Kenya Cybersecurity & Forensic Association, Member
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Proficient
C2
References
- JACOB MAINA RUGANO, Managing Director, AFRICAR TRACK INTERNATIONAL, +254717305705, jacobrugano@gmail.com
- ALLAN KOECH, System Administrator and Lead programmer, NECXUSS TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED, +254704033581, allankoech@necxuss.co.ke
- STEPHEN KARIUKI KIGOTHO, Managing Director, ACE ICT SOLUTIONS, +254725583767, stevebriges28@gmail.com
Software
Python
Software Development Life Cycle
Timeline
IT OFFICER
AFRICAR TRACK INTERNATIONAL
03.2019 - 04.2022
Network Operations Engineer
COMTEC MANAGED HOSTING SOLUTIONS
03.2015 - 11.2018
SOFTWARE Programmer
NECXUSS TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED
05.2014 - 12.2014
Kabarak University
BSc. Computer Science
01.2010 - 04.2013
Nyahururu Boys High School
Certificate of Secondary Education
01.2006 - 04.2009
Ninety-One Municipality Primary School
Certificate of Primary Education
01.1998 - 04.2005
Cybersecurity Analyst
Online Jobs Freelance
5 2022 - Current