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Open to workDesired start date: Flexible
Desired Job Title
IT ConsultantCybersecurity InternCybersecurity ConsultantWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: St Louis, MO, US
Open to relocation: Yes
Open To Work
NAOMI UMWIZA
St Louis,MO
Work Preference
Summary
Cybersecurity graduate student with hands-on experience in IT support and system troubleshooting. Proficient in software development, network security, cloud computing, and database management. Demonstrated ability in incident documentation within academic IT settings. Aiming for an entry-level role in cybersecurity, IT security, or SOC analysis to leverage technical expertise.
Experienced with identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats to protect sensitive data. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of network security protocols and tools to prevent unauthorized access. Track record of implementing effective incident response strategies and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Faculty Secretary & IT Support
AUCA University
Kigali, Rwanda
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Delivered technical support, troubleshooting, and hardware maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
- Documented issues and resolutions, performed clerical duties, and coordinated meetings to facilitate smooth office operations.
- Organized faculty schedules and appointments for efficient time management.
- Coordinated meetings and events to support academic initiatives and collaboration.
- Maintained confidential student records in compliance with university policies.
IT Consultant
BLESS NG Ltd
Kigali, Rwanda
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with technical teams to implement technological solutions, managed project timelines, and mapped requirements.
- Developed IT strategies for client projects to enhance system performance.
- Managed software installations and upgrades across various platforms.
- Provided technical support and training for end-users on new systems.
Junior Software Developer
AFRINNOVAT
Kigali, Rwanda
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with senior engineers to develop, test, and debug software, enhancing project quality.
- Developed web applications using JavaScript and HTML for client projects.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot software issues and resolve bugs.
- Participated in code reviews to ensure software quality and adherence to standards.
Education
Master's Degree - Cybersecurity
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO05.2026
Bachelor of Computer Science - Information Management
Adventist University of Central Africa
Kigali, Rwanda05.2020
Skills
- IT asset management
- Project coordination
- Troubleshooting
- IT security protocols
- Network troubleshooting
- Data analysis
- Java
- Python
- Flutter
- JavaScript
- HTML
- CSS
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- Documentation skills
- Verbal communication
Languages
French
English
Timeline
IT Faculty Secretary & IT Support
AUCA University
12.2021 - 04.2024
IT Consultant
BLESS NG Ltd
05.2020 - 11.2021
Junior Software Developer
AFRINNOVAT
01.2018 - 01.2020
Master's Degree - Cybersecurity
Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Computer Science - Information Management
Adventist University of Central Africa