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Edward Mukono Bvunzawabaya

Cape Town

Summary

Cybersecurity-focused IT Specialist with over a decade of experience across software quality assurance, testing, automation, and system support. Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC2, Google), Agile Testing, and Automation, with hands-on expertise in identifying and mitigating software vulnerabilities, executing API load tests, and mentoring teams in secure development life cycles. Seeking to transition fully into an Information Security Specialist role where I can contribute to strengthening enterprise security and resilience.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cybersecurity Consultant

Trojan Trading
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented cybersecurity frameworks to enhance organizational security posture.
  • Conducted risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential threats and weaknesses.
  • Led incident response efforts, coordinating with cross-functional teams to mitigate security breaches.
  • Advised on regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
  • Reduced security vulnerabilities by 70%. Identified and remediated critical system vulnerabilities through hands-on scanning and patching, significantly lowering exposure to cyber threats.
  • Implemented the company’s first SIEM solution, deployed and configured an open-source SIEM tool (e.g., Wazuh, Graylog), enabling centralized log monitoring and faster incident detection.
  • Blocked over 100 malicious IPs. Developed firewall rules and automated threat intelligence feeds to block malicious IPs, enhancing perimeter defense.
  • Led Cybersecurity Awareness Training, trained 100% of staff on phishing, password hygiene, and social engineering, reducing successful phishing attempts by over 60%.
  • Built an Incident Response Plan from Scratch. Designed and rolled out a documented incident response plan aligned with NIST guidelines, improving response times and clarity of escalation paths.
  • Achieved basic ISO 27001 alignment, drafted, and implemented security policies and procedures in line with ISO 27001 best practices, preparing the company for formal audits.
  • Automated Patch Management Process: Used scripting (e.g., PowerShell or Bash) to automate patch deployment for servers and endpoints, cutting down manual maintenance time by 40%.
  • Established a regular vulnerability scanning routine, set up and maintained a monthly vulnerability scan cadence using tools like Nessus or OpenVAS, ensuring consistent risk visibility.

Information Security Analyst

Xzibit Pro
12.2019 - Current
  • Monitor networks and systems for security breaches and investigate violations.
  • Analyze security events using SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and EDR tools.
  • Perform vulnerability assessments and support remediation efforts.
  • Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks.
  • Respond to incidents, document findings, and escalate when necessary.
  • Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and other teams to ensure secure configurations.
  • Stay current with cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.
  • Support user awareness training and enforce security best practices.
  • Assist in implementing and maintaining security policies, procedures, and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).

Junior Scrum Master

Sanlam & Old Mutual
04.2019 - 11.2019
  • Ensured Agile teams adhered to security-focused SDLCs
  • Facilitated retrospectives and sprint planning with risk assessments in mind
  • Tracked secure development practices and supported backlog grooming for risk mitigation

QA Test Analyst

Woolworths
03.2017 - 04.2019
  • Conducted performance and security testing using HP LoadRunner
  • Facilitated UAT for production changes involving sensitive financial data
  • Automated secure test scripts and validated production deployment readiness
  • Liaised with developers to patch critical bugs and minimize attack surface

IT Desktop Engineer

Khona Café
07.2012 - 02.2017
  • Managed system upgrades and software patching
  • Provided Tier 1–2 support across network issues and endpoint security incidents
  • Documented IT processes aligned with standard operating procedures

Software Tester | Support Technician

Various Roles incl. SuperSport, Just PCs, Dept of Agriculture
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Led performance tests and tracked software behavior across platforms
  • Built web pages using secure HTML/Flash practices
  • Managed departmental systems and implemented structured backup procedures

Education

BTech - Information Technology

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2013

Higher National Diploma - IT

Kwekwe Polytechnic
01.2007

Skills

  • Incident response management
  • Experience with SIEM, IDS, antivirus, and EDR
  • Secure Software Testing & Compliance Audits
  • API Load & Penetration Testing (Manual & Automated)
  • QA Methodologies Agile & Scrum Frameworks
  • Technical Documentation & Risk Reporting
  • User Access Control Testing Secure Coding Principles
  • Mentoring & Cross-team Collaboration
  • ISO Standards Awareness (ISO 27001) and GDPR

Certification

  • ISC2 Certification in Cybersecurity (April 2024)
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate – Coursera (April 2024)
  • ISTQB Agile Tester Certification (2019)
  • ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing (2016)
  • Workssoft Automation Certification – SAP, HTML (2017)
  • Microsoft Security Fundamentals – SC-900

Timeline

Cybersecurity Consultant

Trojan Trading
01.2023 - Current

Information Security Analyst

Xzibit Pro
12.2019 - Current

Junior Scrum Master

Sanlam & Old Mutual
04.2019 - 11.2019

QA Test Analyst

Woolworths
03.2017 - 04.2019

IT Desktop Engineer

Khona Café
07.2012 - 02.2017

Software Tester | Support Technician

Various Roles incl. SuperSport, Just PCs, Dept of Agriculture
01.2008 - 01.2012

Higher National Diploma - IT

Kwekwe Polytechnic

BTech - Information Technology

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

References

Tania, Hansen, Test Manager, +27 72 219 1478, Woolworths
Edward Mukono Bvunzawabaya