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@evansmuthoni
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with expertise in information security assurance.
I am a self-directed Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with extensive hands-on experience in securing information across web and mobile applications. My journey in cybersecurity has allowed me to assist over 50 organizations in enhancing their security posture through collaborative vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. I have successfully secured over 50 million customer data across 10 countries in Africa, showcasing my commitment to protecting sensitive information.
Throughout my career, I have designed and implemented security measures that ensure compliance with established standards. My role at OneAcreFund involves assessing the effectiveness of security controls and providing security improvement recommendations. I have a proven track record of managing vulnerability assessment tools and conducting thorough penetration testing, which has significantly improved the security of the assets I oversee. I am passionate about continuous learning and staying updated with the latest security trends and tools.
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
OneAcreFund
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Designed and implemented security measures and controls, ensuring compliance with protection standards. Provided security improvement recommendations for web and mobile applications, endpoints, email, server, and cloud infrastructure.
M-PESA AFRICA
Aug 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Streamlined and coordinated secure by design processes, achieving over 80% compliance with cybersecurity baseline requirements. Performed security assessments on 6 M-Pesa mobile applications, securing data for over 50 million customers.
Cyber Security Africa LTD
Apr 2017 - Present (8 years 7 months)
Identified and exploited vulnerabilities in web applications following the OWASP Top 10 model and conducted mobile application audits for 15 financial institutions. Designed, implemented, and supported vulnerability management solutions for up to 15,000 endpoints and deployed email security solutions, reducing phishing emails by 60%.
SEACOM Cable Landing Station
Dec 2016 - Present (8 years 11 months)
Managed information and data access controls, ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly system backups were running. Operated Network Management System tools to monitor undersea optic fiber, helping maintain 99% uptime.
Kenya Power & Lighting Company
Apr 2015 - Present (10 years 7 months)
Commissioned electrical wiring and installations in over 70 homes. Supervised a group of five technicians, ensuring project completion and quality.
The Technical University of Kenya
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 10 months)
Established end-to-end network connectivity and performed quarterly computer repairs and maintenance. These efforts decreased service downtime by 5%.
Innovations for Poverty Action
Sep 2011 - Present (14 years 2 months)
Collaborated in data collection from farmers regarding water supply via questionnaires for over 200 respondents. Recorded and compiled the collected data into the company's database.
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MSc: Information Security and Digital Forensics, Information Security and Digital Forensics
Pursued a Master of Science in Information Security and Digital Forensics. The program focused on advanced concepts in securing information systems and conducting digital investigations.
BEng: Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (information and telecommunication)
Grade: Second class Upper
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a specialization in information and telecommunication. Gained foundational knowledge in electrical systems, electronics, and telecommunication principles.
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