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└─$ Daniel Wambua _

Information Technology (IT) Student & Cybersecurity Enthusiast
wambuahdaniel@gmail.com
github.com/Daniel-wambua
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. 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

51l3nt_br34ch

Member of the 51l3nt_br34ch CTF Team

Jul 2025 - Present
  • collaborated with the team and solved ctf challenges and participated in bug bounties.
  • contributed to open-source security tools

Karatina University

Information Technology Student & Innovation Club Member

Aug 2023 - Present
  • Pursuing BSc Information Technology with cybersecurity focus
  • Active member of university innovation club
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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 TestingAPI Security Testing +1 more

Security Tools

Burp Suite ProfessionalMetasploit FrameworkNmap/Nessus +2 more

Programming & Scripting

Python (Security Automation)Bash/PowerShell ScriptingJavaScript (Web Security) +1 more

Cloud Security

AWS Security ServicesKubernetes SecurityContainer Security
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Recent Achievements

🏆 **Top 10 Ethical Hackers** - CyberGame Kenya 2025
🥉 **3rd Place** - Kenya National Cybersecurity Hackathon 2024
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Professional Certificates

Continuously expanding my cybersecurity expertise through professional certifications and specialized training programs.

5+ Certificates Earned
2023-2025 Recent Achievements
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Awards

  • CyberGame Kenya - Top 10 Ethical Hacker (2025) - Recognized among Kenya's top young cybersecurity talents for outstanding performance in national hacking competition