Stoneham Kiptoo
Eldoret
Summary
Aspiring cybersecurity professional with a BSc in Applied Computer Science, driven by a strong passion for cyber defense strategies and incident response. Proficient in key cybersecurity domains, including malware analysis, log analysis, incident response, and endpoint security. Eager to leverage skills in blue team methodologies to enhance organizational security and protect critical assets. Committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of emerging threats to effectively contribute to a secure digital environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CTF Player
Blue Team Labs Online
12.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: https://blueteamlabs.online/public/user/4f505796b7390a8742594e
- Actively engaged in hands-on blue team cybersecurity practices, specializing in malware analysis, log analysis, incident response, and endpoint security.
- Applying proactive defense strategies and security operations in simulated environments, focusing on threat detection and mitigation.
- Https://blueteamlabs.online/public/user/4f505796b7390a8742594e
Cashier and IT Assistant
Magkies Limited
09.2024 - Current
- Assisting in resolving network related problem by following guidance of senior officers.
- Troubleshooting networking issues
- Serving meals and drinks while ensuring excellent customer service
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints and requests professionally
- Balance daily sales and prepare cash summaries at shift end
- Assist in reconciling sales records with management
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer, ensuring cash handling compliance.
- Managed approximately 50 incoming calls and messages per day from customers
CTF Player
TryHackMe
12.2022 - Current
- Practice vulnerable machines and labs based on Linux / Windows OS for online penetration testing.
- Solved variety of challenges, showcasing proficiency in exploiting vulnerabilities, Privilege Escalation, and cryptographic analysis.
- Authored standard walk through and write-ups for completed machines.
CTF Player
Hackthebox
01.2023 - Current
- Actively engaged in penetration testing activities on the HTB platform, practicing machines to exploit the latest CVEs and enhance my skills.
- Coordinated team practice schedules, ensuring optimal preparation for competitive events.
- Developed strong communication skills within the team, fostering a positive atmosphere and promoting teamwork.
- Trained extensively 4 hours per day for upcoming competitions to perform at top-level.
Penetration Testing Intern
Hacktify Cyber Security
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Practice web penetration testing on vulnerable websites. Vulnerabilities include HTML injections, click jacking and cross-site scripting.
- Solved variety of challenges, showcasing proficiency in exploiting vulnerabilities, writing vulnerability reports and how they can be mitigated.
- Conducted comprehensive security testing to identify vulnerabilities in web applications.
- Collaborated with development teams to implement effective testing strategies and improve code quality.
Internship
National Museums of Kenya
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisting in managing databases related to artifact collections, historical data, or archival records to ensure efficient organization and accessibility.
- Assisting in resolving network and security related problem by following the guidance of senior officers.
- Troubleshooting networking issues, computer related issues and other technical issues that would arise.
- Analyzing data related to museum visitors, collection trends, or historical information and creating visualizations or reports to aid decision-making processes.
- Assisting in ensuring security of museum databases and digital assets, implementing best practices for data protection, and potentially contributing to cybersecurity measures.
- Resolving hardware and software related problems.
- Assisted in documentation and preservation of collections using industry-standard methods.
- Supported curation of exhibits by researching artifacts and historical context.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Great Learning
OnlineSome College (No Degree) -
Cisco Networking Academy
OnlineBachelor of Science - Applied Computer Science
Kisii University
Kisii12.2024
St Anthony's Boys High School
Kitale11.2019
Skills
- Penetration Testing
- Malware Analysis
- Log Analysis
- Risk Management Framework
- Firewall Implementation
- IDS Implementation
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability assessment
- Digital forensics
- Threat intelligence analysis
- Identity and Access management
- Cryptography
- Network Troubleshooting
- Network Administration
- Database Management
- Metasploit Framework
- Burp Suite
- Cisco Packet Tracer
- OWASP
- NIST Framework
- MITRE ATT&CK
- C
- Python
- SQL
- Linux, Windows and MacOS
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Self-Confidence
- Stress Management
- Work ethic and integrity
Websites
Certification
- Introduction to Cybersecurity - Cisco
- Foundations of Cybersecurity - Google/Coursera
- Network Security - Cisco
- Cybersecurity Essentials - Cisco
- Introduction to Ethical Hacking - Great Learning
- CCNA: Introduction to Networks - Cisco
- Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks - Google/Coursera
- Explore Emerging Tech - IBM
- Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security - Google/Coursera
Accomplishments
- 2022, Started my cybersecurity journey by completing the Introduction to cybersecurity course from Cisco. I learnt the basic concepts of cybersecurity including, threats, vulnerabilities, risks and defenses.
- 2023, Competed in various CTFs in Tryhackme, Hackthebox and CTF Room, acquiring skills in penetration testing, ethical hacking, malware analysis and security analysis, emphasizing hands-on experience in various security domains.
- 2023, Started and completed my first internship at National Museums of Kenya acquiring both technical and soft skills I can use further in my career. I also got first-hand experience of work environments and how to act in professional environments.
- 2023, Attended my first physical cyber security event; BeSides Nairobi 2023.
- 2024, Started and completed a penetration testing internship offered by Hacktify Cyber Security, India. I learnt and gained penetration testing skills from the basics for example HTML Injection to XSS injections. I was awarded with certification to show for it.
- 2024, Completed various courses from Google and Coursera with certifications to show for it.
- 2024, Started Network and Cloud Security Course with Cyber Shujaa.
- 2024, I successfully completed and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science from Kisii University.
- 2025, I received my certificate for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science from Kisii University.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Elementary
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Cashier and IT Assistant
Magkies Limited
09.2024 - Current
Penetration Testing Intern
Hacktify Cyber Security
02.2024 - 03.2024
CTF Player
Blue Team Labs Online
12.2023 - Current
Internship
National Museums of Kenya
05.2023 - 08.2023
CTF Player
Hackthebox
01.2023 - Current
CTF Player
TryHackMe
12.2022 - Current
Some College (No Degree) -
Great Learning
Some College (No Degree) -
Cisco Networking Academy
Bachelor of Science - Applied Computer Science
Kisii University
St Anthony's Boys High School
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