Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Ted Munakandafa

Cyber Security
Harare,Zimbabwe

Summary

Agile Systems and Security professional with a high degree of technical competence, a strong learning aptitude and an excellent work ethic. A technical expert in a number of network areas, in particular connectivity, performance, scalability and security. Possessing effective organizational skills and excellent knowledge of IT technologies and having a commitment of keeping up to date with latest developments.

Also an articulate communicator, has the ability to influence people at every level by ensuring that issues are discussed, conflicts are resolved and the best solutions are delivered

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certificates
2
2
Languages

Work History

Cyber and Application Security Analyst

Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe
08.2022 - Current

• Conducted threat modeling, business impact assessment, and end-point security management.
• Delivered security metrics and implemented improvements to enhance security posture.
• Monitored and responded to security events and incidents by utilizing a combination of security technologies and processes.
• Conducted incident investigations to identify root cause and recommended corrective actions.
• Participated in security architecture design reviews to provide input on secure solutions.
• Developed a security awareness program for all employees to ensure they are up-to-date on the latest threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conducted automated penetration testing of applications, including web servers, databases, and network devices using tools such as Nessus.
• Implemented security controls for web applications, including but not limited to OAuth2 and OpenID Connect for authentication, RBAC and ACLs for authorization, and data encryption techniques.
• Analyzed application codebase to identify potential vulnerabilities and developed solutions to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
• Provided technical expertise in identifying risks associated with new technologies or features and recommended mitigation strategies as well as best practices for implementation.
• Implemented privileged access management (PAM) assessment and enforced both least-privilege access management (LAM) and PAM controls to ensure adherence to best practices for identity and access management (IAM).
• Administered network and server scanning tools and reports, interpreted vulnerability results and created actionable remediation plans.

System and Security Specialist

Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
Harare, Harare
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Designed proactive preventive maintenance schedules to prevent unnecessary downtime and hardware faults.
  • Created patches and solutions to fix bugs in existing applications.
  • Provided comprehensive training to internal and off-site users to optimize systems maintenance and resolve recurring issues.
  • Introduced hyper-v infrastructure and management tools to create and manage virtual server computing environment.
  • Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
  • Develop and implement risk assessments and disaster recovery plans
  • Define and document best practices and support procedures
  • Provide after-hours support for Infrastructure related emergencies as well occasional weekend
  • Maintain inventory and asset configuration documentation
  • Preparing and Running Cyber Security Awareness Programs
  • Configure, manage and maintain voip telephone system

Network Analyst

Telecel Zimbabwe
Harare, Harare
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Administered software licensing and purchasing for effective installation of network.
  • Collaborated with systems administrator in disaster planning, network backup and recovery process monitoring.
  • Completed remote repairs involving software solutions and hardware repairs.
  • Communicated with vendors to resolve network outages and periods of reduced performance.
  • Analyzed and defined network requirements, optimization and support for networking projects.
  • Configured and installed wireless controllers, routers and switches.
  • Implemented and maintained firewalls, series switches and security appliances.
  • Kept up-to-date on new developments in computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding and encryption.
  • Troubleshot and maintained all networking devices and infrastructure across enterprise including switches, routers and firewalls.
  • Analyzed data traces using protocol analyzers to identify anomalies and find solutions.
  • Upgraded network software and hardware for optimized performance.

ICT Intern

Telecel Zimbabwe
Harare, Harare
02.2017 - 02.2018
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Product Testing and evaluation
  • Helpdesk and application support
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.

Education

O Level

St Francis of Assisi High School
Chivhu, Zimbabwe
01.2009 - 11.2012

A Level

St Francis of Assisi High School
Chivhu, Zimbabwe
03.2013 - 11.2014

Bachelor of Science - HONOURS DEGRE iN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Chinhoyi University of Technology
Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe
03.2015 - 11.2018

Skills

    Systems and Network administration

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Certification

CEH v11

References

Stanley Muchemwa

Telecel Zimbabwe

Head of Department(IT)

SMuchemwa@telecelzim.co.zw

0732010800


Caroline Masvivi

Telecel Zimbabwe

IT Infrastructure Manager

CMasvivi@telecelzim.co.zw

0732400136

Timeline

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

04-2024

Amazon Web Services Security Specialty

06-2023

Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

02-2023

Certified in Cybersecurity

11-2022

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

09-2022

Cyber and Application Security Analyst

Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe
08.2022 - Current

CEH v11

08-2021

System and Security Specialist

Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
02.2021 - 08.2022

ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security AssociateTM

01-2021

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

11-2020

Network Analyst

Telecel Zimbabwe
02.2019 - 01.2021

ICT Intern

Telecel Zimbabwe
02.2017 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Science - HONOURS DEGRE iN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Chinhoyi University of Technology
03.2015 - 11.2018

A Level

St Francis of Assisi High School
03.2013 - 11.2014

O Level

St Francis of Assisi High School
01.2009 - 11.2012
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