Tamani Banda
WORK EXPERIENCE
Government Communications Division (GCD), Zambia.
Jan. 2024 – Present
Software Engineer
Lusaka, Lusaka
• GCD serves as the central coordination point for official government messaging, and ensures consistent communication across all arms of the government.
• Designing, maintaining, and supporting software systems. Cloud infrastructure management, and cybersecurity policing as foundational responsibilities.
◦ Stack: Java (Spring Boot); Kotlin; JavaScript (TypeScript, Vue, Next); Databases (MySQL, Mongo, MSSQL); Git; Docker;
• Develop and maintain mission-critical software systems that meet performance, scalability, and security standards while supporting organisational digital transformation.
Kunsla Technologies Limited, Zambia.
Dec. 2022 – Dec 2023
Technology Generalist
Lusaka, Lusaka
• Kunsla Technologies is a startup that translates business requirements into robust, production-grade software solutions at a client’s request.
• Designing, maintaining, and supporting software systems, data analysis, and cloud infrastructure management.
◦ Stack: Python (Django); JavaScript (Vue, AJAX); PHP (Laravel); Databases (MySQL, Mongo); R; Git; C#;
• Creating applications that meet requirements while providing performance, scalability, and security standards.
Centre for Information Technologies, UNZA, Zambia
Apr. 2022 – Jul. 2022
Quality Assurance and Security intern
Lusaka, Lusaka
• CICT is responsible for strategically deploying of ICT at the institution for the purpose of enhancing education.
• Penetration testing, vulnerability analyses, risk assessments, and technical specifications. Promoting cyber awareness through infographics.
◦ Stack: OWASP ZAP; NMAP; Wireshark; NESSUS;
VOLUNTEER
Nerd|Otaku Zambia.
Jul. 2022 – Present
General Volunteer; Writer; Website Assistant;
• Nerd|Otaku is a safe haven and event organiser for nerd-themed public events such as LsCon, LANFEST, ANIMEET, etc.
• Content management, article writing, and general event volunteering.
EDUCATION
University of Zambia
05, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Lusaka, Lusaka
CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS & INTERESTS
• Certifications: AWS Academy Cloud Foundations; CCNAv7; IT Essentials;
• Skills: Graphic Designing; Web Development;
