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kaaya stanley

@kaayastanley

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Senior Consultant in Information & Cyber Security with extensive experience.

Uganda

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values security integration in business processes, fostering growth and innovation.

I am a Senior Consultant in Information and Cyber Security at ABC Capital Bank, where I oversee all aspects of information security. My role involves ensuring the timely delivery of operational unit targets aligned with the bank's strategy, making informed decisions, and protecting critical data and systems from unauthorized access.

My passion for serving others drives my commitment to bridging the gap between business, technology, and information security. I believe that security should be an integral part of daily work activities and personal experiences. I am dedicated to creating secure solutions that enable stable and well-designed services for our customers.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Consultant Information & Cyber Security

Current

ABC Capital Bank

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Oversee all aspects of Information Security at ABC Capital Bank, ensuring timely delivery on operational targets, careful planning, and protection of critical data and systems from unauthorized access.

Information Security Risk Management Network Security Vulnerability Assessment Incident Response Cloud Computing SIEM Administration Access Management Regulatory Compliance

Head Information & Cyber Security

Dfcu Bank

Nov 2022 - Oct 2023 (11 months)

Managed the implementation of the bank's Information Security Strategy, aligning it with IT strategies, and overseeing security audits and risk assessments to enhance the organization's security posture.

Information Security Strategy Risk Assessment Security Auditing Compliance Incident Management Security Awareness Budget Management

Manager Cyber Security Ops & Digital Forensics

Standard Bank (Stanbic Bank Uganda)

Jun 2017 - Nov 2022 (5 years 5 months)

Led cybersecurity resilience assessments, managed a 24/7 Security Operations Center, and implemented cybersecurity capabilities including EDR and SIEM solutions to enhance the bank's security posture.

Cybersecurity Operations Security Monitoring Incident Response Digital Forensics Vulnerability Management SIEM EDR Risk Management Threat Detection

Forensic & Information Security Analyst

MTN Uganda

Nov 2014 - Jun 2017 (2 years 7 months)

Conducted digital investigations, risk assessments, and security reviews, ensuring compliance with security policies and performing forensic practices to gather evidence.

Digital Forensics Risk Assessment Security Reviews Compliance

Command Center Engineer

Wipro Technologies

Sep 2012 - Jan 2012 (-1 years 4 months)

Provided level 1 support for IT systems, monitored data center operations, and participated in business continuity planning to ensure service availability.

IT Support Incident Management Business Continuity Ticketing Systems Windows Network Management

Network & Data Communications Engineer

Huawei Technologies

Jan 2012 - Nov 2014 (2 years 10 months)

Performed network security assessments and installations, troubleshooting network issues, and ensuring optimal performance of communication services for clients.

Network Security Troubleshooting Performance Optimization Customer Support Network Management Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Makerere University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2009 - 2013

Studied Computer Science, focusing on software development, algorithms, and data structures, which provided a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of computing.

Mengo Senior School

High School Diploma

2007 - 2008

Completed high school education with a focus on sciences and mathematics, preparing for further studies in technology and engineering fields.

St. Mary's College Kisubi

Ordinary Level Certificate

2003 - 2006

Achieved Ordinary Level Certificate, covering a broad curriculum that included sciences, arts, and languages, laying the groundwork for future academic pursuits.

St. Savio Junior School Kisubi & Iganga Boys

Primary Leaving Examination Certificate

1996 - 2002

Completed Primary Leaving Examination Certificate, focusing on foundational education in various subjects, which set the stage for secondary education.