Vincent Mwaura
Nairobi
Summary
Passionate tech enthusiast and leader with a flair for innovation and ability to align together technology, people and process in the realization of set deliverables and objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Security Analyst
Konvergenz Network Solutions
Nairobi
03.2023 - Current
- Proactive monitoring of client's network for security alerts and possible threats using security tools such as FortiSIEM, Security Onion, Versa Networks.
- Collaborating with system development teams by performing security gap assessments in order to strengthen system security posture.
- Formulating and documenting security policies and procedures for the organization.
- Performing threat hunting exercises and incident response incase of a possible security anomaly.
- Continuously undertaking threat intelligence research and remaining up to date on trends in the information security space.
- Undertaking security awareness training to staff with the aim of promoting a culture of security-first within the organization.
- Performing regular security systems audits in order to maintain a secure, robust environment.
Data Officer
Co-operative Bank of Kenya
Nairobi
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Implementing set data governance policies and procedures to ensure integrity, security, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Performing data management right from data acquisition, storage, cleansing and analysis ensuring that the data is accurate, accessible and actionable.
- Maintaining robust data privacy and security measures to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, breaches, and misuse.
- Implementing processes and tools to monitor and improve data quality throughout its lifecycle. This involves identifying and resolving data issues and establishing data quality metrics.
- Facilitating data-driven decision-making by use of analytical tools and techniques.
- Staying informed about relevant data protection and privacy regulations and ensuring that the organization remains compliant with these laws.
Information Technology Officer
Adept Technologies Limited
Nairobi
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Designing, implementating, and maintenance of the organization's ICT infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, servers, and storage systems.
- Implementing robust cybersecurity measures to protect the organization's data, systems, and networks from cyber threats, attacks, and breaches.
- Handling day-to-day ICT operations, including helpdesk support, system monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident response.
- Managing relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and outsourcing partners to ensure the effective delivery of ICT products and services.
- Training new and current employees on computer software applicable to the business.
- Performing routine system and data backups in order to be in line with disaster and business continuity policies.
Education
Network Security Expert Certification -
Fortinet
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification -
Learnovate Technologies
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
International Computer Driving License (ICDL) -
Institute of Advanced Technology
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Pioneer School
Skills
- Threat Analysis
- Incident response
- Cloud security
- Network security
- Vulnerability assessment
- Policy development
- Project management
- Team management & leadership
- System Administration
Referees
1. Mr. Nicholas Kamonye - MD, Co-op Consultancy & Bancassurance Intermediary. Mobile : 0722672970
2. Ms. Mary Ndege - Project Manager, Adept Technologies Ltd. Mobile: 0715166930
3. Mr. Stephen Mutunduru - ICT Consultant, Digital Leo Ltd. Mobile: 0722210560
Timeline
Systems Security Analyst
Konvergenz Network Solutions
03.2023 - Current
Data Officer
Co-operative Bank of Kenya
08.2022 - 02.2023
Information Technology Officer
Adept Technologies Limited
08.2020 - 08.2022
Network Security Expert Certification -
Fortinet
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification -
Learnovate Technologies
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
International Computer Driving License (ICDL) -
Institute of Advanced Technology
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Pioneer School
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