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Allan Munyira

Jersey City,USA

Summary

Highly motivated and results-oriented cybersecurity professional with experience in security operations, network administration, and IT support. Proven ability to learn quickly, adapt to new technologies, and solve complex problems. Seeking a challenging role to utilize skills that contribute to a secure and dynamic IT environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Operations Center Program Trainee

Yeshiva University, Katz School of Science and Health
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Gained practical experience in a real-world SOC environment, utilizing IDS/IPS, firewalls to monitor network traffic, detect security threats, and respond to incidents
  • Developed skills in log analysis, threat intelligence, vulnerability management

Website Developer and Designer

Makerere Innovation & Incubation Center
04.2022 - 08.2024
  • Designed and developed websites for the organization and its clients, ensuring security best practices were implemented to protect sensitive data and prevent cyberattacks
  • Improved website security and performance by implementing SEO best practices, monitoring website traffic for suspicious activity, and conducting regular security audits
  • Supervised and mentored a team of 4 intern students, providing training on website development, security protocols, and best practices
  • Upgraded an existing investment system, enhancing security features and improving functionality for withdraw, deposit, approval, and referral processes

Customer Care Executive

Ison Bpo Uganda Limited
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Provided technical support to employees, resolving software issues and ensuring business continuity
  • Assisted customers with inquiries about new software products, troubleshooting technical problems and providing timely solutions
  • Educated clients on new technologies, cybersecurity threats, and security best practices to enhance their online safety

IT Administrator

Kigulu Hill Primary School
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Set up and maintained a Cisco networking lab, configuring network devices such as switches and routers using Packet Tracer
  • Provided end-user support, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring the smooth operation of computer systems
  • Maintained accurate documentation of network configurations and IT procedures to ensure efficient system management and troubleshooting

Education

Master of Science - Cybersecurity

Yeshiva University, Katz School of Science and Health
New York, NY
05.2027

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda
01.2017

Skills

  • Security Operations Center (SOC) principles
  • Incident Response
  • Network Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Penetration Testing
  • Python
  • Java
  • SQL
  • PHP
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • XAMPP
  • Packet Tracer
  • Good communication & Team work
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Security Operations Center Program Trainee

Yeshiva University, Katz School of Science and Health
09.2024 - 10.2024

Website Developer and Designer

Makerere Innovation & Incubation Center
04.2022 - 08.2024

Customer Care Executive

Ison Bpo Uganda Limited
10.2021 - 06.2022

IT Administrator

Kigulu Hill Primary School
06.2017 - 08.2019

Master of Science - Cybersecurity

Yeshiva University, Katz School of Science and Health

Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering

Makerere University
Allan Munyira