Peter  Simotwo

Peter Simotwo

Network and Systems Security Professional
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Part-time (20 hrs/wk)
Location:
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Experience:
6 years
71, Nairobi, Nairobi, 20152, Kenya-- WORK EXPERIENCE SKILLS Network Installation, Administration Optimization IT Technical expertise Client Management IT Service Planning Data security & Vulnerability management. System Hardening Benchmarks Malware techniques and defenses Penetration Testing Network Security and Firewalls IT Infrastructure systems installation IT Operations Management and Project Management Forensic Analysis and Risk Assessment Methodologies CERTIFICATIONS NSE Fortinet Endpoint Support Certifications Lenovo Multi-Cloud Network Associate Aviatrix Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure(DCACI)-1.0 CISCO Cisco Certified Networking Associate CISCO Critical Infrastructure Protection OPSWAT Academy (08/2022 Anvil Shield Holdings Present) Ltd Snr. Information Security Officer • Protecting the organization's ability to function. • Enabling the safe operation of applications implemented on the organization's IT systems. • Protecting the data, the organization collects and uses. • Safeguarding the technology, the organization uses. • Educating colleagues about security software and best practices for information security. (07/2018 Stanbic Bank Ltd 08/2022) Network and Systems Support Officer • Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks. • Installing, configuring, and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, LAN, WAN, DNS and DHCP. • Procuring network equipment and managing subcontractors involved with network installation • Configuring firewalls, routing, and switching to maximize network efficiency and security. • Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting. • Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies (05/2016 Rupa Civil and 07/2018) Construction Services Ltd ICT Officer • Install and configure software and hardware • Manage network servers and technology tools • Set up accounts and workstations • Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements • Troubleshoot issues and outages • Ensure security through access controls, backups, and firewalls • Upgrade systems with new releases and models • Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies EDUCATION Jomo Kenyatta University (05/2019 Jomo Kenyatta University of (10/2 - Agriculture and Technology 012 of Agriculture and Present) 06/20 Technology Bachelor of Science in 16) MSc. Computer Systems, Mathematics and Computer Computer Systems Science, Mathematics and Computer Science Moi High School Kabarak (02/200 8High School Diploma, Kenya 11/2011 Certificate of Secondary ) Education REFERENCES Alfred Yuko Team Leader - Network Specialist --Kiplangat Richard Koskei Engineer - Projects patner -- Patrick Koech Site and Evaluation Manager --
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