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Maureen Rita

@maureenrita

Cybersecurity analyst specializing in penetration testing, threat detection, and vulnerability remediation.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I seek a hands-on cybersecurity role focused on penetration testing, incident response, and threat detection in a collaborative, learning-focused team.

I am a cybersecurity analyst with hands-on experience in penetration testing, incident response, threat detection, and vulnerability assessment. I combine practical offensive-security labs, CTF challenges, and structured training to strengthen system defenses.

I have executed full penetration tests (DVWA), built automation scripts (Python wrapper for Nmap), and performed network diagnostics with tools like mtr and Wireshark. My work emphasizes clear documentation and actionable remediation recommendations.

Beyond technical work, I have managed social media operations and supported users in cyber café and customer-facing roles, demonstrating strong communication and customer service skills. I communicate complex security findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

I am committed to continuous learning—completing industry training such as CyberGirls Fellowship, OWASP/IAM fundamentals, Cisco security courses, and LinkedIn Learning certifications—and to contributing to community cybersecurity awareness and policy dialogue.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CU

Cybershujaa (in collaboration with Serianu and USIU)

Cyber Analyst Course, Cybersecurity

2025 - 2025

Completed a Cyber Analyst course delivered by Cybershujaa in collaboration with Serianu and USIU focusing on practical cybersecurity skills.

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology logoDT

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

2021 - 2024

Activities and societies: President, General Assembly Model United Nations; UNDP Student Ambassador

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology covering core IT and computing topics.

SS

St Anne's Lioki Secondary School

Certificate in Secondary School Education, Secondary Education

2017 - 2020

Obtained a secondary school certificate with completion of secondary education requirements.

KS

Karuri Primary School

Certificate in Primary School Education, Primary Education

2009 - 2016

Completed primary school education and obtained a primary school certificate.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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