Kenneth Nduhiu
Summary
Highly motivated professional seeking to transition into cybersecurity. Brings a strong work ethic, recent certification in web application penetration testing, and proficiency in penetration testing, risk assessment, and compliance auditing. Solid understanding of NIST and ISO 27001 frameworks, with hands-on experience from rigorous online training. Excels in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication. Committed to applying a fervent dedication to cybersecurity and contributing effectively to organisational security.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Web Application Penetration Tester
HTB
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with external vendors to perform penetration tests on network devices, operating systems and databases.
- Stayed current on emerging threats and trends in cybersecurity, adapting testing methods as needed to address new risks.
Security Analyst / Penetration Tester Consultant
eKrafty (ecommerce site)
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborate closely with the software development team to implement robust cybersecurity measures, including penetrating website systems to safeguard users' details
- Conduct thorough security assessments, providing comprehensive reports and actionable recommendations to the executive team, contributing to the ongoing fortification of online operations
Youth Support Worker
Uniting Communities
12.2023 - Current
- Managed crisis interventions when required by assessing risks while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
Therapeutic Youth Worker
Autism SA
04.2022 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviour's among participants.
Education
Master - Cybersecurity
University Of South Australia
12.2020
Bachelor of Business Information Technology -
Strathmore University
Nairobi, Kenya12.2016
Ine International Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT) - Penetration Testing And Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Ine International
Online2022
No Degree - HTB Academy Web Application Tester (HTB CBBH)
HTB Academy
Online2024
Skills
- Threat Identification and Vulnerability Management
- Risk Assessment and Analysis
- Compliance Auditing
- Vulnerability Reporting and Documentation
- Tools: Metasploit, Nmap, BurpSuite
- Techniques: Session Hijacking, SSRF, XSS, SQL Injection, Authentication, Brute-Forcing
- Kali Linux, Windows Server(s), Parrot OS
Cybersecurity:
Penetration Testing:
Operating Systems:
- Languages: Bash, Python, Java, Ruby
- Concepts: OSI Model, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN
Cloud Computing
- Web Application Firewall (WAF)
- NIST, ISO 27001
- Tools: Wireshark, Nmap
Scripting and Programming:
Networking:
Web Application Security:
Security Frameworks:
Digital Forensics & Troubleshooting:
Certification
- Web Application Tester (HTB CBBH), HTB Academy - 2024
- Penetration Tester (eJPT), Ine International - 2022
- Kenyan National Police Service, Kenya - 2018
Languages
English
Swahili
References
Agnes Kinyanjui (Uniting Communities), +61 427 940 580
Collins Kiplagat (AutismSA), +61 420 641 305
Timeline
Web Application Penetration Tester
HTB
03.2024 - Current
Youth Support Worker
Uniting Communities
12.2023 - Current
Security Analyst / Penetration Tester Consultant
eKrafty (ecommerce site)
09.2023 - Current
Therapeutic Youth Worker
Autism SA
04.2022 - Current
Master - Cybersecurity
University Of South Australia
Bachelor of Business Information Technology -
Strathmore University
Ine International Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT) - Penetration Testing And Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Ine International
No Degree - HTB Academy Web Application Tester (HTB CBBH)
HTB Academy
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