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Adrian Akhuya

@adrianakhuya

Results-driven IT professional delivering data analysis and cybersecurity GRC with Cisco networking expertise.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can combine data analysis, cybersecurity , software development and Cisco networking support—driving risk-focused improvements, compliance, and clear reporting while strengthening an organizational security culture.

I’m a results-driven IT professional with a strong foundation in networking and security, backed by Cisco certifications (CCNA and CCST) and CEH (ongoing). I design, implement, and maintain robust network environments while focusing on measurable outcomes.

As a Data Specialist at Cloudfactory (Dec 2023–Present), I conduct thorough data analysis of clients’ information and storage systems. I create and implement digital conversion programs, perform regular data integrity and quality audits, and produce data collation reports to support decision-making.

Previously, as a Cybersecurity GRC Specialist at Safaricom PLC (Mar 2023–Dec 2023), I formulated and executed a comprehensive GRC strategy aligned to organizational objectives. I helped develop and enforce cybersecurity policies for compliance, conducted risk assessments through daily/monthly/quarterly critical systems access reviews, and built KPIs and metrics to track GRC effectiveness.

I thrive on cross-functional collaboration, working closely with IT, legal, and audit teams to build an integrated security approach. I also drive security culture through executive posture reporting and a comprehensive cybersecurity awareness training program—staying detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to high standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Safaricom logoSA
Current

Customer Executive Experience

Safaricom

May 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

I am a customer care at safaricom handling customers on daily queries

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Cybersecurity GRC Specialist

Safaricom PLC

Mar 2023 - Dec 2023 (9 months)

Formulated and executed a cybersecurity GRC strategy by aligning cybersecurity policies to organizational objectives and supporting policy development and enforcement for regulatory compliance. Led risk assessments through ongoing access reviews, defined GRC KPIs, reported cybersecurity posture to leadership, and initiated employee cybersecurity awareness training.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

IN

IT Bridge Academy (NITA)

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST), Cybersecurity

2022 -

Completed training for the Cisco Certified Support Technician (Cybersecurity) (CCST) from March 2022 to December 2022.

NT

Network Security Institute of Advanced Technology

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Networking

2021 -

Earned the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification from October 2021 to December 2021.

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International Computer Driving License (ICDL)

International Computer Driving License (ICDL), Computer Literacy

Completed an International Computer Driving License (ICDL) qualification.

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St. Charles Lwanga Secondary School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education

2016 - 2020

Studied at St. Charles Lwanga Secondary School and completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) from 2016 to 2020.

Moringa School logoMS

Moringa School

Certified Fullstack Developer (Skills for all), Full Stack Development

Completed a Certified Fullstack Developer program through Skills for all (Cisco Networking Academy).

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