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Jeff Karanja

Jeff Karanja

Application Security Specialist

Technology / Internet

Nairobi, Nairobi Area

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Services offered

As an Application Security Specialist with a strong background in network administration and cybersecurity, I focus on a comprehensive approach to securing software development lifecycles. I have technical proficiency with an array of security tools and a solid understanding of network protocols and architectures. With a proven track record in the banking sector, I bring more than 7 years of experience in integrating security best practices into every phase of development, from initial design to deployment. My career is marked by a commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving security landscape. I am dedicated to bridging the gap between development and security, ensuring that resilience and compliance are at the forefront of technology solutions.

Approximate rate: USD$ 40 per hour

Experience

Information Security Professional with a proven track record in safeguarding enterprise applications by enforcing and developing security protocols within project and scrum team environments. Focus on conducting security and risk assessments, integrating security tools into development cycles, and delivering comprehensive training to bolster organizational cybersecurity knowledge.

Education

EDUCATION

United States International University Africa (USIU-A) - BSc in Information Systems and Technology (Forensic Investigation & Cybercrime)

Laiser Hill Academy – General Certificate of Education (GCE) O-Level (4 A’s, 1 B)

Bellevue Primary School – Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE)


PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

DevSecOps: Implementing Security in DevOps ProcessesDevSecOps (EC-Council)

Owasp Top 10 for Docker Containers and Kubernetes Security (EC-Council)

Zscaler Zero Trust Architect (ZTCA) Certification

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations 2020 Certified Associate

ISACA Cybersecurity Nexus – CSX Certificate and CSXP Certification

Fortinet Network Security Associate (NSE 3)

Fortinet Network Security Specialist (NSE 6) – Ongoing (Completed exams - FortiAuthenticator, FortiWeb, FortiADC)

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