DKdavid koira
@davidkoira
Cybersecurity analyst focused on SOC operations, incident response, and threat detection.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a cybersecurity-oriented IT professional with over three years of experience supporting secure IT environments, monitoring systems, and enforcing security controls across enterprise settings. I hold a Bachelor of Business Information Technology and the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate.
My practical experience spans SOC operations, incident response, SIEM monitoring, vulnerability management, Linux, and basic Python and SQL scripting. I have implemented security controls, investigated incidents, performed risk assessments, and delivered user awareness training that reduced security incidents and downtime.
I collaborate closely with technical teams to remediate threats, maintain documentation for audits, and strengthen organizational security posture. I seek roles where my technical depth and analytical mindset can protect systems, data, and infrastructure.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Support Specialist
Naphil International Ltd
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Monitor systems, endpoints, and networks for security incidents and enforce security controls; investigate and document alerts and support remediation while delivering user access management and staff cybersecurity training.
IT Support Specialist
Advent Adds Company Ltd
Feb 2023 - Feb 2024 (1 year)
Implemented and maintained network security controls that contributed to ~30% reduction in security incidents and supported vulnerability identification, system hardening, and infrastructure upgrades reducing downtime by ~20%.
IT Support Specialist
Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company
Jan 2020 - Apr 2020 (3 months)
Provided hands-on technical support for hardware, software, and network issues; assisted with installations, configurations, system upgrades, and diagnostics to reduce downtime and improve system reliability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AUAfrica Nazarene University
Bachelor of Business Information Technology, Business Information Technology
Completed a Bachelor of Business Information Technology degree, focusing on the intersection of business and IT practices.
Annex Computer & Business College
Advanced Certificate, Computer Applications
Completed an Advanced Certificate in Computer Applications covering practical computer application skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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