I am seeking an entry-to-mid level cybersecurity role where I can apply my skills in penetration testing, network defense, and web application security, while continuously learning and contributing to protecting critical systems.
Mborja Richard Gmayoba
@richardgmayoba
Cybersecurity enthusiast specializing in web app pentesting, with a strong IT and defense background.
What I'm looking for
I am a cybersecurity professional with a background in Information Technology and hands-on experience in network and web application penetration testing. Currently serving as a National Service Personnel in Health Information Systems at the Ghana Armed Forces Medical Division, I conducted a preliminary pentest on the hospital network and delivered a detailed report to senior leadership.
My academic foundation includes a BSc in Information Technology, where I completed a final year project on image steganography with AES encryption in Python. I am passionate about web application security, threat intelligence, and incident response, and I am building a honeypot and cyber intelligence project to ethically track and expose online scammers in Ghana.
I aim to advance my career through an MSc in Cybersecurity with interests in secure systems design, digital forensics, and national-level cyber defense initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Health Information Systems Intern
Ghana armed forces
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Conducted a preliminary penetration test on the hospital’s network and submitted a detailed report to senior leadership. Supported digital health information systems and ensured secure handling of medical data. Gained hands-on experience in web application security, IT infrastructure, and defense-level cybersecurity practices.
Education
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CKT-UTAS
Bachelor of Science , Information Technology
2021 - 2024
Grade: 2.96
Completed BSc in Information Technology with a final year project on Image Steganography with AES encryption in Python. Built strong foundations in web development, networking, and cybersecurity. Achieved Second Class Honours (Lower Division) with a GPA of 2.96.
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