Christopher Kyenze
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic Technical Lead with extensive experience at Advanced Technology Concepts & Innovations, specializing in cybersecurity and data protection compliance. Proven track record in implementing robust security frameworks and conducting risk assessments. Adept at fostering team collaboration and delivering impactful training, ensuring adherence to data privacy regulations and enhancing organizational resilience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Lead
Advanced Technology Concepts & Innovations (ATCI) Limited
Nairobi
01.2024 - Current
- Advised on compliance with the Data Protection Act (2019), GDPR, and ISO/IEC 27001.
- Designed and implemented data privacy frameworks, policies, and SOPs.
- Conducted cybersecurity risk assessments, VAPT, and infrastructure audits.
- Guided IT teams on network security, access controls, and incident response.
- Developed QA strategies, including UAT, regression testing, and process validation.
- Supported ERP and IT infrastructure optimization to enhance performance.
- Delivered staff and management training on cybersecurity and data protection.
- Ensured IT operations met global best practices for security, QA, and resilience.
Security Architect – Designation (Director)
SIPCyber Global Limited
01.2024 - Current
- Security Architecture Design
- Risk Assessment and Management
- Security Implementation and Configuration
- Security Policy Development
- Incident Response and Forensics
- Security Awareness Training
Quality Assurance Consultant (Security and Infrastructure)
ATCIL- Advanced Technology Concepts Innovations Limited Afya Sacco
10.2023 - Current
- Current ICT framework needs assessment and Quality Assurance for new system implementation
Futuresoft Technologies Limited
10.2023 - Current
- Project: Comprehensive ICT system audit and Penetration testing
- Managed Services Privacy Consultant
- Managed Services Technology and Quality Assurance (Consultant)
Technical Consultant Lead (Security and Infrastructure)
Ascension Investments Limited Mentor Sacco
09.2023 - Current
- Current ICT framework needs assessment and project management for new system implementation
Technical Consultant Lead (Security and Infrastructure)
Deep Blue Informatics Limited
01.2016 - Current
Technical Consultant Lead East Africa (Quality Assurance, Automation and Design)
Focal Point Systems Limited
01.2015 - Current
- Project: Sanguine Softwares ltd – Pune India
Vision Afrika Sacco
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Project: Comprehensive ICT system Audit and Penetration testing
Kiatu Sacco
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Projects: Comprehensive System Audit
Nyumba Sacco
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Projects: Comprehensive System Audit
Maasai Mara Sacco
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Projects: Comprehensive System Audit
Network and Security Consultant
Digicom Associates Limited
10.2013 - 12.2018
- Projects: Managing Microsoft ERP financial implementation
Kenya Highlands Sacco
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Project: Comprehensive System Audit
Mhasibu SACCO
02.2014 - 02.2014
- Project: Comprehensive System Audit
Stima SACCO
10.2013 - 11.2013
- Project: Comprehensive System Audit
Quality Assurance Consultant
Software Development Centre Limited
09.2011 - 08.2013
- Project: Quality Assurance ERP Software testing
Education
Bachelors of Science - Computer Science
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
Kenya01.2005
No Degree - Google Cybersecurity
Coursera
USANo Degree - MCSE,CISA,CISSP,CCNA
NewHorizon Computer Learning Center
NairobiSkills
- Vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Security incident response and forensics
- Security policy development
- Access control and identity management
- Cryptography and encryption
- Cloud security
- Communication and presentation skills
- Team collaboration
- Testing methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, DevOps, Black-box, White-box, Regression, Performance, Security testing
- Requirement analysis and test case development
- Risk management strategies
- Stakeholder communication and collaboration
- Process improvement initiatives
- Data privacy regulations compliance
- Data mapping and inventory management
- Data subject rights management
- Privacy impact assessments (PIAs)
- Data breach response management
- Data security training
Cybersecurity
Strategic planning
Technical consulting
Change management
Enterprise architecture
Presentation development
Requirement Analysis
Understanding and translating requirements into actionable test cases
Risk Management
Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks through proactive testing
Communication And Collaboration
Effective communication with developers, product owners, and stakeholders
Process Improvement
Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
Data Privacy Regulations And Compliance
- Data Protection Act 2019
- GDPR
- Other relevant frameworks
References
- Dr. Charles Kioko, Chief Executive Officer, GDC Sacco, 0712 180 416, kioko_charles@yahoo.com
- Mr. James Nderitu, Manager Air Navigation Services, Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, 0722395200, jnderitu@easa.ac.ke
- Mr. Micheal Musyoki, Director, Silicon Savanna Ltd, +254723407752, info@siliconsavanna.co.ke
Testing Methodologies
- Agile
- Waterfall
- DevOps
- Black-box
- White-box
- Regression
- Performance
- Security Testing
Personal Information
- Profession: Network/ Security Audit, Design & Automation, Quality Assurance
- Family Status: Married
- Date of Birth: 06/15/81
- Nationality: Kenyan
Timeline
Technical Lead
Advanced Technology Concepts & Innovations (ATCI) Limited
01.2024 - Current
Security Architect – Designation (Director)
SIPCyber Global Limited
01.2024 - Current
Quality Assurance Consultant (Security and Infrastructure)
ATCIL- Advanced Technology Concepts Innovations Limited Afya Sacco
10.2023 - Current
Futuresoft Technologies Limited
10.2023 - Current
Technical Consultant Lead (Security and Infrastructure)
Ascension Investments Limited Mentor Sacco
09.2023 - Current
Vision Afrika Sacco
07.2023 - 08.2023
Kiatu Sacco
07.2023 - 08.2023
Nyumba Sacco
06.2023 - 07.2023
Maasai Mara Sacco
08.2022 - 09.2022
Technical Consultant Lead (Security and Infrastructure)
Deep Blue Informatics Limited
01.2016 - Current
Technical Consultant Lead East Africa (Quality Assurance, Automation and Design)
Focal Point Systems Limited
01.2015 - Current
Kenya Highlands Sacco
05.2014 - 08.2014
Mhasibu SACCO
02.2014 - 02.2014
Network and Security Consultant
Digicom Associates Limited
10.2013 - 12.2018
Stima SACCO
10.2013 - 11.2013
Quality Assurance Consultant
Software Development Centre Limited
09.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelors of Science - Computer Science
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
No Degree - Google Cybersecurity
Coursera
No Degree - MCSE,CISA,CISSP,CCNA
NewHorizon Computer Learning Center
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