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Emily Muraguri

@emilymuraguri

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Cybersecurity expert with a passion for IT security and risk management.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role that leverages my expertise in cybersecurity and IT risk management to drive business growth and protect organizational assets.

As a seasoned cybersecurity professional, I have extensive experience in IT security, enterprise risk management, and IT systems audit. My expertise spans identifying and mitigating security threats, designing and implementing information security strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. With a strong background in telecommunication and information engineering, I possess a unique blend of technical and business acumen.

Throughout my career, I have worked with reputable organizations, including TransUnion, Bank of Africa Kenya, and GTBank, where I have successfully implemented ISO 27001 frameworks, developed and enforced security policies, and conducted vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. My achievements include rolling out patch management systems, implementing code versioning programs, and reducing software costs.

I am committed to staying up-to-date with the latest security systems, tools, and trends, and I am passionate about promoting security awareness and best practices across organizations. I am a certified ethical hacker and hold certifications in ISO 27001 and CPA (K).

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Consultant Information Security

Current

TransUnion

Jul 2022 - Present (3 years)

Responsible for identifying security threats, coordinating security teams, conducting risk assessments, and implementing information security governance. Led security audits and developed strategies to enhance risk posture while ensuring compliance with policies.

Risk Assessment Information Security Vulnerability Assessment Incident Management Security Auditing Threat Modeling Compliance Security Technical Support Disaster Recovery

Senior Officer IT Security and Risk

Bank of Africa Kenya

Jan 2022 - Jul 2022 (6 months)

Developed and enforced IT security strategies, conducted vulnerability assessments, and managed third-party risks. Led incident handling and prepared security reports for management.

IT Security Vulnerability Assessment ISO 27001 Security Incident Management Risk Management Security Awareness Compliance Monitoring Reporting Third Party Risk Management

Information Systems Security Officer

GTBank

Aug 2020 - Jan 2022 (1 year 5 months)

Conducted security reviews and vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance with security policies. Promoted security awareness and implemented security projects to enhance information integrity.

Security Reviews Vulnerability Assessment Compliance Security Security Awareness Implementation Data Backup Risk Management Security Policies

IT Auditor

GT Bank

Aug 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year)

Executed IT and cybersecurity audits to ensure compliance with policies and best practices. Communicated audit findings and introduced Computer Aided Audit Techniques to enhance audit processes.