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Peter Mutai

ICT Security Specialist
Nakuru

Summary

Accomplished ICT professional with over eight years of experience specializing in information security, risk management, and system audits. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) adept at developing and implementing comprehensive security policies and procedures. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to secure enterprise information systems and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Business System Support Assistant

East African Portland Cement PLC
6 2018 - Current

Security Program Implementation:

  • Led the development and implementation of the company’s ICT security strategy, enhancing system security by 90% through tailored security measures, including advanced firewall and intrusion detection systems.

Disaster Recovery and Compliance:

  • Spearheaded the disaster recovery plans and business continuity procedures, ensuring a resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding critical incidents.
  • Successfully maintained ISO/IEC 27001 certification by aligning company policies with international standards and conducting regular compliance audits.

Incident Management and Leadership:

  • Managed and resolved over 50 significant cybersecurity incidents by leading a skilled incident response team, reducing recovery time and minimizing impact.
  • Provided ongoing training and development for IT staff, enhancing team competency in security best practices and complex problem resolution.

ICT Projects Assistant

East African Portland Cement PLC
2015.04 - 2018.05

Project Management and Security Enhancements

  • Coordinated multiple ICT projects with a focus on security enhancements, ensuring projects were delivered on time and within budget.
  • Developed and implemented security patches and system upgrades across various platforms, strengthening the overall security posture.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

  • Performed detailed vulnerability assessments and developed actionable plans to address identified risks, significantly bolstering system security.

ICT Support Technician Intern

East African Portland Cement PLC
2014.07 - 2015.03

Technical Support and System Maintenance:

  • Provided high-level technical support, resolving a range of issues from software troubleshooting to hardware maintenance.
  • Assisted in the deployment of security updates and patches, ensuring optimal performance and security of IT systems.

Customer Support Engineer Intern

MTN Business
2013.11 - 2014.02
  • Delivered prompt and effective Tier 1 technical support to customers via phone, email, and chats
  • Diagnosed and resolved connectivity issues, ensuring minimal downtime for customers
  • Successfully managed and resolved support tickets within defined service level agreements
  • Assisted in identifying and troubleshooting network-related problems for residential and business customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Kabarak University
Rongai, Nakuru
2009.05 - 2013.05

Skills

  • Information Security Management
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • Incident Response Coordination
  • ISO/IEC 27001 Compliance
  • Disaster Recovery Planning
  • Project Management
  • Technical Training and Development
  • Leadership and Team Management

Certification

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Passions

  • Continuous Learning: Attended the complete 2024 web development bootcamp online course at Udemy so as to be updated on the latest trends of technologies.
  • Mentorship and Education: Enjoyed mentoring interns by leading training sessions on cybersecurity topics.

Affiliations

Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA), Member, 2023

Timeline

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

2024-05

ICT Projects Assistant

East African Portland Cement PLC
2015.04 - 2018.05

ICT Support Technician Intern

East African Portland Cement PLC
2014.07 - 2015.03

Customer Support Engineer Intern

MTN Business
2013.11 - 2014.02

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

2012-10

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Kabarak University
2009.05 - 2013.05

Business System Support Assistant

East African Portland Cement PLC
6 2018 - Current
Peter MutaiICT Security Specialist