Faith Muendi
Nairobi
Summary
Detail-oriented Cybersecurity Specialist and Freelance Web Developer with a strong foundation in securing digital environments and creating reliable, high-performing web applications. Experienced in SOC analysis, threat detection, and incident response, leveraging industry-leading tools to safeguard client systems against evolving cyber threats. Proficient in vulnerability assessments, log analysis, and implementing security policies that enhance resilience and regulatory compliance. Passionate about integrating secure development practices into modern web design, ensuring seamless user experiences while maintaining robust protection against cyber risks. Committed to continuous learning and delivering innovative, tailored solutions for diverse clients.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certified ethical hacker
2
2
Certified Security Analyst
Work History
Software Developer
kilimo logistics
11.2024 - Current
- Develop and maintain logistics software solutions to optimize supply chain processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify software needs and deliver effective solutions
- Ensure data integrity and security compliance in all software applications
- Conduct regular debugging and performance testing to enhance system reliability
- Implement automation features to improve operational efficiency
- Provide technical support and training for internal users of logistics systems
- Stay updated with industry trends to recommend cutting-edge technologies for system improvement
Freelance Web Developer | Cybersecurity Specialist
Susan Takatoh
Tokyo, Japan
08.2024 - Current
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools to identify and mitigate potential threats, ensuring client systems remain secure.
- Respond to cybersecurity incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement remediation steps to prevent recurrence.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments on web applications and client networks, providing actionable reports, and prioritizing fixes based on severity.
- Develop and enforce security policies and procedures, including access control, encryption standards, and data protection measures.
- Design, develop, and deploy secure web applications, incorporating OWASP best practices, and performing penetration testing to identify weaknesses.
- Review logs from firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security devices to detect abnormal behavior, and provide detailed analysis reports to clients.
- Configure and integrate automated tools to streamline security monitoring and reporting processes, enhancing the efficiency of threat detection and response.
- Implemented responsive design techniques to ensure optimal viewing experience across multiple devices.
- Gathered, defined and translated client requirements into product stories and actionable tasks.
- Directed design, writing and production of page content to fulfill project demands and satisfy customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kivani High School
Makueni /kenya01-2012
Skills
- Cybersecurity analysis
- IT Security Specialist
- Threat Intelligence Analyst
- Programming
- IT Support with a Security Focus
- Compliance Analyst
- Incident Response and Management
- Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT)
- Phishing Detection and Prevention
- Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Endpoint Security Solutions
- Data Privacy and Compliance
- Full-stack development
- Incident response
- Root cause analysis
Certification
- Introduction to Cybersecurity Course, Codecademy, 11/01/24
- Malware Analyzer, LetsDefend, 09/01/24
- Cyber Kill Chain, LetsDefend, 08/01/24
- Incident Management (Multiple Sessions), LetsDefend, 08/01/24
- Phishing Expert, LetsDefend, 08/01/24
- Web Attack Investigated, LetsDefend, 08/01/24
- Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers, IBM, 12/01/23, R3DCHG88H57Z
- Programming Certifications, SheCodes, eb4ee710741de7f9787362fb66108c60
- Coding Basics, SheCodes
- Fullstack Web Development, Udemy, 2024
- Ethical Hacking Certificate, Udemy, 2024
- COMPTIA SECURITY + (SY0 - 701), Udemy, 2024
- EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA), 11/01/24
- Certified Ethical Hacker, EC-Council, ECC6385491207
Accomplishments
- Successfully earned the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker certification.
- Earned the EC-Council Certified Security Analyst certification.
- Investigated and resolved over 50 simulated web attack scenarios with a 100% success rate.
- Designed and implemented a secure website framework with zero vulnerabilities for multiple freelance clients.
- Completed advanced incident management training, improving incident response efficiency by 30%.
- Gained expertise in malware analysis, identifying and mitigating high-priority threats in hands-on labs.
- Delivered a comprehensive phishing prevention strategy that enhanced email security for clients.
- Successfully navigated complex cyber kill chain analyses, improving defensive tactics against advanced threats.
- Mentored entry-level cybersecurity enthusiasts, fostering skill development and professional growth.
Languages
- English
- Swahili
Timeline
Software Developer
kilimo logistics
11.2024 - Current
Freelance Web Developer | Cybersecurity Specialist
Susan Takatoh
08.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kivani High School
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