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Bridget Kirungi

@bridgetkirungi

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Dependable cybersecurity professional specializing in cloud, network, and threat protection.

Uganda

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a cybersecurity role where I can strengthen cloud and network defenses, conduct assessments and penetration tests, contribute to security policy, and grow through challenging projects and continuous learning.

I am a resourceful cybersecurity and IT professional with hands-on experience in cloud security, network protection, penetration testing, and IT support. I focus on delivering secure, resilient systems while continuously learning emerging security trends and technologies.

In my current roles I assist in developing security policies, run penetration tests across web and network environments, and perform security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation. I also conduct security awareness training to raise organizational resilience against phishing and other threats.

Previously, I trained in cloud security and ethical hacking, gaining practical experience with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Linux and Windows administration, vulnerability scanning tools like Nmap and The Harvester, and SIEM/IDS/IPS platforms. I have supported help desk operations, preventive maintenance, and data-handling audits to ensure compliance and uptime.

I hold a BSc in Networking and Cyber Security and multiple industry certifications (ISC2, Cisco, Microsoft Azure, CCSK, ITIL, InfoSec). I bring a collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and a commitment to helping organizations strengthen their security posture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Officer - Cyber Security

Current

Noclinks Limited

Feb 2025 - Present (7 months)

Assist in developing and implementing security policies, conduct penetration tests and security assessments of networks and web applications, and run security awareness programs to reduce organizational risk.

Penetration Testing Network Security Security Policies Data Classification Encryption Security Awareness Vulnerability Assessment Application Security

Current

Cybersecurity Research Analyst

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Fortistart

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Conduct research on emerging security threats and vulnerabilities affecting African businesses, prepare reports and technical materials to support sales and strategy, and participate in client meetings to advise on cybersecurity solutions.

Technical Writing Risk Assessment Proposal Development

Cloud Security Trainee

CyberSafe Foundation

Mar 2023 - Jan 2024 (10 months)

Configured desktops and accounts, provided help desk support, performed preventive maintenance on network devices, and audited data handling to ensure cloud and data privacy compliance across managed systems.

AWS Microsoft Azure Google Cloud Help Desk Support Data Privacy Network Management

Ethical Hacking Trainee

Senselearner Technologies

Sep 2023 - Nov 2023 (2 months)

Assisted with server administration and vulnerability scans using tools like Nmap and The Harvester, and performed troubleshooting across Linux and Windows environments to improve system resilience.

Nmap Harvest Linux Windows Troubleshooting Security Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ISBAT University

Bachelor of Science, Networking and Cyber Security

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Networking and Cyber Security with practical training in network and cloud security, system administration, and vulnerability assessment.