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Network Security | Cyber security

Botswana

About

As a dedicated cybersecurity professional with over eight years of experience, I have cultivated a robust skill set in IT security that encompasses both technical proficiency and strategic insight. Once worked at Cisco, where I had the privilege of serving as a Red Badge, immersing myself in the intricate workings of security operations. This role allowed me to specialize in Security Operations Centers (SOCs), where I honed my ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate threats effectively. My hands-on experience with Cisco security devices has equipped me with a deep understanding of the latest cybersecurity technologies and best practices, enabling me to safeguard organizations against evolving threats. My passion for cybersecurity drives me to stay at the forefront of industry trends and innovations. I am committed to fostering a culture of security awareness and resilience within organizations, empowering teams to prioritize proactive measures and strategic planning. As I continue to evolve in my career, I am eager to collaborate with like-minded professionals and contribute to initiatives that bolster cybersecurity posture and protect vital assets. Together, we can navigate the complexities of the digital landscape and create safer environments for businesses and their stakeholders.

Experience

  • Network Security Engineer at Dimension Data (MEA)
    Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Network Security Engineer at Hexaract Network Experts
    Sep 2021 - Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    Deploy Cisco security products -Umbrella -Firepower Threat Defense -ISE -AMP for Endpoint

  • Network Consulting Engineer at Cisco
    Jun 2018 - Jun 2021 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Network Security Engineer at ICT Dynamix (Pty) Ltd
    Dec 2015 - May 2018 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    • Maintaining and administering perimeter security systems such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems of our clients • Implement Firewall security policy and monitoring for cisco ASA firewall. Implement VPN technologies for our small clients • Performing network security analysis and contributes to design, integration, and installation of hardware and software requirements gathering, analysis and design of intermediate network security applications using different security technologies • Create proper documentation of the network audit for the client • provide security solution for the clients ( Firewalls, Unified Threat Management,) • Being part of a Security Engineer team that configured the 2 cisco ASA 5585-X next generation firewall with Firepower IPS for the government` Data Centers • Carry out vulnerability scan of the company network and apply security solution • Deployed network monitor tool to monitor network devices for anomalies • Implement network security policies including basic incident response progras Implement network security policies including basic incident response program carry out basic ethical hacking

  • IT Support Administrator at Teemane Manufacturing Comapny
    Jun 2012 - Apr 2015 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Support users of different software,i also do computer maintance both hardware and software, network cabling, troubleshoot network problems (microsoft enviroment which is using windows server 2008 and some of the windows clients are using windows 7),responsible for backup system, (symentic backup 2012),make sure the systems are updating using sophos control center antivirus. monitoring CCTV camera, installing and maintaning access control system (centurion).Adding computers to windows server 2008 domain,reset user accounts password. installed and configure CCTV cameras for outside parameter