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Sam Kariri

@samkariri

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Cybersecurity professional researching vulnerabilities through Red Hat CVEs and HackerOne bug bounty testing.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking an entry-level opportunity in IT, technical support, networking, systems administration, cybersecurity, or security operations.

Through independent vulnerability research, I received two CVEs through Red Hat: CVE-2026-6844 and CVE-2026-6845. I also test authorised HackerOne bug bounty programs and submit technical reports with reproduction steps and security impact.

I've developed cybersecurity and AI projects, including SecureVision AI, a facial recognition and authentication system in development. My hands-on work includes Linux security environments, network analysis, and CTF competitions, including Safaricom's PwnZone CTF 2026 as a member of Team RR.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Vulnerability Research & Security Analysis

Independent

Conducted security testing and analysis, leading to the assignment of two CVEs through Red Hat. Performed reverse engineering and binary analysis using Linux-based tools.

Vulnerability Research Reverse Engineering Binary Analysis Linux Security Testing

Independent Security Researcher

HackerOne

Tested authorised bug bounty programs for security vulnerabilities and submitted reports to program security teams. Wrote clear technical reports covering reproduction steps and security impact.

Bug Bounty Vulnerability Assessment Technical Writer Security Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Software Technologies (IST)

Diploma, Cyber Security

Completed a Diploma in Cyber Security in October 2026, covering coursework in cybersecurity, networking, Linux and Windows security, vulnerability assessment, ethical hacking concepts, security operations, malware analysis fundamentals, and practical cybersecurity projects.