Kwadwo Amoako
@kwadwoamoako
Accomplished Cyber Security Engineer with over 8 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am Kwadwo Amoako, an accomplished Cyber Security Engineer with over 8 years of experience in developing security solutions for web applications and business-critical products. My expertise lies in network and application penetration testing, network security architecture, and security tooling. I have successfully led multiple Red Team engagements, uncovering critical vulnerabilities and providing strategic security recommendations to clients.
Throughout my career, I have developed custom reconnaissance tools and conducted penetration tests for various organizations, translating complex threats into actionable insights. My commitment to security extends beyond technical assessments; I have also trained and mentored engineering teams on secure coding practices, significantly reducing security risks across projects. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to enhance organizational security and contribute to a safer digital environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Cyber Security Analyst
Cyberlogic
Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Led multiple Red Team engagements, uncovering critical vulnerabilities and developing custom reconnaissance tools for penetration testing. Delivered technical security briefings to clients and provided strategic security recommendations for effective remediation.
Security Engineer / Penetration Tester
Persol Systems Ltd
Apr 2019 - Sep 2022 (3 years 5 months)
Led a security hardening project for a major enterprise database and conducted penetration tests on government applications. Developed a custom security audit framework and trained engineering teams on secure coding practices.
IT Security Administrator
Liranz Ltd
Nov 2016 - Apr 2019 (2 years 5 months)
Resolved security issues and remediated incidents while improving security across multiple countries. Successfully recovered a compromised website and contributed to the development of a secure platform managing data for millions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Valley View University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2011 - 2015
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, focusing on various aspects of computing including programming, systems analysis, and software development.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
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