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Desire Opifeni

@desireopifeni

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Early-career IT and software engineer focused on data analysis, cybersecurity, and digital forensics.

Uganda

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can combine software development, data analysis, and cyber/forensics skills to secure data, automate analysis tools, and support reliable IT operations in a team that values continuous learning.

I’m a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Technology graduate specializing in Forensic Information Technology and Cyber Crime, combining software development with digital forensics and cybersecurity. I build practical systems—like my Sports Management and Analytics Platform capstone—integrating player performance tracking, statistical analysis, and secure data handling.

In my experience, I’ve supported data collection, cleaning, and analysis, and helped initiate analytical software to centralize and streamline datasets in a professional environment. I also support IT and media operations, including deploying and maintaining digital advertising infrastructure, managing technical documentation, and collaborating across operations and marketing to deliver client projects on time. With Cisco CyberOps Associate certification and CEH/CCNA training, I aim to keep improving my technical skills while contributing reliable, security-minded solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Enumerator (Research Assistant)

CABI (Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International)

Jun 2026 - Jun 2026 (0 months)

Conducted field data collection for a CABI-led study on agro-input dealer training, including administering questionnaires and conducting interviews using electronic data collection tools. Performed mystery shopper assessments and ensured accurate, complete, and confidential data submission across multiple districts.

Mystery Shopper Assessments Data Verification Agro Input Dealer Surveys Pesticide Risk Reduction Research

IT Manager

JIMAD Media

Jan 2025 - Feb 2026 (1 year 1 month)

Supported the deployment and maintenance of digital advertising infrastructure, including LED display systems and media equipment. Coordinated digital content and project documentation and contributed to branding and marketing projects for client delivery.

Display Systems Digital Content Management Project Documentation Branding IT Support

Software Engineer

ACNBS-Africa Advisory

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024 (2 months)

Collected, cleaned, and structured raw data in Excel and helped initiate analytical software to centralize and streamline data storage and retrieval. Also developed visually compelling proposal presentations and supported project documentation and data management.

Data Cleaning Data Structuring Analytical Software Data Storage Project Documentation Data Management

Volunteer

Dorothy’s Children Home

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Supported a children’s orphanage during the COVID-19 pandemic by assessing needs, compiling requirements, coordinating fundraising, and procuring and delivering essential items. Worked with classmates and home management to meet the identified needs.

Needs Assessment Requirements Planning Fundraising Management Procurement Coordination Volunteer Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Cisco Networking Academy

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) - Training, Ethical Hacking

Completed/participated in Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) training via Cisco Networking Academy, marked as ongoing in the provided details.

United States International University–Africa

Bachelor of Science, Information Systems & Technology (Forensic IT & Cyber Crime)

2019 - 2024

Activities and societies: Capstone: Sports Management and Analytics platform (player performance tracking, statistical analysis, secure data handling).

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems & Technology with a specialization in Forensic Information Technology and Cyber Crime. Completed a capstone Sports Management and Analytics platform integrating player performance tracking, statistical analysis, and secure data handling.