VINCENT KYALO
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic IT professional with hands-on experience at Pwani University, excelling in LAN/Wi-Fi setup and network optimization. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues while demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and effective team collaboration. Committed to continuous learning and adept in server administration and applied artificial intelligence.
Overview
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Work History
Network and Internet Installation Intern
Pwani University
Kilifi
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Successfully installed and configured internet connections across multiple campus buildings.
- Set up and maintained LAN/Wi-Fi networks, ensuring stable and secure connectivity.
- Collaborated with IT staff to troubleshoot and optimize network performance.
- Strengthened networking, troubleshooting, and IT support skills.
Education
Diploma - Information Technology
Pwani University
10-2025
KCSE -
Kangundo High School
12-2022
KCPE -
Kivi Primary School
01.2018
Skills
- LAN and Wi-Fi setup
- Server administration (Linux and Windows)
- Python programming
- Django framework
- PHP development
- JavaScript coding
- HTML and CSS
- Virtualization technologies (VMs, Docker, WSL2)
- MySQL database management
- WAMP and XAMPP stacks
- Data preprocessing techniques
- Model training and evaluation
- Applied artificial intelligence
- Intrusion detection systems
- Penetration testing methodologies
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability in environments
- Continuous learning mindset
Awards
- Networking Excellence Certificate, Cisco Networking Academy, 2025
- Intern Recognition, Pwani University ICT Department, 2025
- Cybersecurity Achievement, TryHackMe, RedHat Academy, 2024
- Programming Honors, ISACA, 2024
- Open Source Contribution Award, GitHub, 2024
- Hackathon Participation Award, Ignite Hackathon, 2024
Projects
01/2023 – 08/2023 – Built a bus booking system using Django, Python, MySQL, and Bootstrap
Built an online ticketing platform with dynamic seat selection and secure payments
Created models for routes, buses, passengers, and bookings
Demonstrates full-stack development, database design, and user-focused solutions
10/2023 – 12/2023 – Personal portfolio website (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Django)
Developed a responsive portfolio to showcase projects, skills, and blog posts
Deployed on a Linux server with domain integration
Highlights web design, server administration, and content management
09/2023 – 10/2023 – Parkinson's disease detection (Python, machine learning)
Applied data preprocessing, feature engineering, and classification algorithms on a medical dataset
Achieved high accuracy in early detection of symptoms
Demonstrates machine learning, data analysis, and AI problem solving
12/2023 – 01/2024 – Cybersecurity and Networking Lab (Kali Linux, IDS, MQTT Broker)
Configured a virtual lab for intrusion detection and penetration testing basics
Implemented IDS monitoring for unauthorized access attempts
Strengthens Linux administration, networking, and cybersecurity practices
References
- Benson Ngao, Finance Manager, ICEA LION Life Assurance, benson.nzimi@icealion.com, +254 721 623 138
- Mr. Timon Rimba, ICT Trainer, Pwani University, timonmwatela@gmail.com, +254 725 901 569
Certification
- Computer hardware & troubleshooting
- AWS certified cloud practitioner
- MySQL database administrator certification (Oracle/MySQL), artificial intelligence (AI)
- Ethical hacking
- Linux Essentials
- Google Cloud Fundamentals
- Python Fundamentals
- Network Basics
Timeline
Network and Internet Installation Intern
Pwani University
05.2025 - 09.2025
Diploma - Information Technology
Pwani University
KCSE -
Kangundo High School
KCPE -
Kivi Primary School