Maureen Rita
@maureenrita
Cybersecurity analyst specializing in penetration testing, threat detection, and vulnerability remediation.
What I'm looking for
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
Social Media Manager
Softgrade Studio
Jul 2025 - Jan 2026 (6 months)
Designed and executed social media strategy, produced and published daily multimedia content, tracked SEO and web traffic metrics, and reported on ROI to grow brand awareness and engagement.
Cyber Cafe Attendant
Filma Media Africa
Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 (2 months)
Provided customer support for software and hardware issues, performed encoding/printing services, maintained logs and inventory, and assisted users with applications and games while ensuring excellent customer care.
IT Intern
Ngong Law Court Judiciary
Sep 2024 - Nov 2024 (2 months)
Supported multiple departments by completing assigned tasks, conducting research, and maintaining meeting minutes; managed social media updates and created post copy and images to improve public communications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
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
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.
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.
Karuri Primary School
Certificate in Primary School Education, Primary Education
2009 - 2016
Completed primary school education and obtained a primary school certificate.
Availability
Location
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Portfolio
github.com/MaureenRitaMuriukiSocial media
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