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└─$ Daniel Wambua _

Information Technology (IT) Student & Cybersecurity Enthusiast
wambuahdaniel@gmail.com
Nairobi, Kenya

Student & Aspiring Cybersecurity Professional

Passionate about ethical hacking, penetration testing, and cybersecurity research. Currently building skills through CTFs, bug bounty programs, and hands-on projects.

Career Objective

Cybersecurity researcher and ethical hacker with a passion for breaking things to make them stronger. Currently pursuing Information Technology while actively participating in CTFs, hackathons, and security research. Specialized in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security architecture across cloud, web, and network infrastructures. When I'm not hunting bugs or solving cryptographic challenges, I'm building secure applications and sharing knowledge with the community. Driven by curiosity, continuous learning, and the mission to make cyberspace safer for everyone.

Actively seeking internship and entry-level opportunities
Available for immediate start

Recent Experience

Karatina University

Information Technology Student & Innovation Club Member

Aug 2023 - Present
  • Pursuing Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with focus on cybersecurity
  • Active member of university innovation club contributing technical knowledge and skills

Serianu Limited

Cybersecurity Intern

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
  • Gained hands-on experience in vulnerability assessments at leading Kenyan cybersecurity firm
  • Assisted in penetration testing activities for various client organizations

Education

Karatina University

Information Technology (Cybersecurity Focus) (BSc)

In Progress

I-Tech Computer College

Computer Fundamentals & Security Operations (Certificate)

Graduated Top of Class (Distinction)

Key Skills

Penetration Testing

Web Application TestingNetwork Penetration TestingMobile Application Security +3 more

Security Tools

Burp Suite ProfessionalMetasploit FrameworkNmap/Nessus +5 more

Programming & Scripting

Python (Security Automation)Bash/PowerShell ScriptingGo (Tool Development) +3 more

Cloud Security

AWS Security ServicesAzure Security CenterGCP Security Command Center +3 more

Recent Achievements

🏆 Winner - Africa Cyber Security Challenge 2024 (University Category)
🎯 Top 10 Ethical Hackers - CyberGame Kenya 2025
Published 50+ CTF writeups and security research articles

Awards

  • Africa Cyber Security Challenge - University Winner (2024) - Led university team to victory in continental cybersecurity competition, solving complex challenges in cryptography, forensics, and web exploitation
  • CyberGame Kenya - Top 10 Ethical Hacker (2025) - Recognized among Kenya's top young cybersecurity talents for outstanding performance in national hacking competition
  • Bug Bounty Hall of Fame - Multiple Programs - Acknowledged by 10+ major tech companies including Microsoft, Google, and Facebook for responsible vulnerability disclosure