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Kenny Msweli

Durban,Durban

Summary

Enthusiastic and detail-oriented aspiring it and Cybersecurity professional with foundational knowledge in networking, network security, and threat identification. Certified in Cisco Networking Academy Cybersecurity Essentials and Networking Essentials, with practical experience in secure network configuration, risk assessment, and cybersecurity best practices. Eager to apply technical skills in an entry-level IT or cybersecurity role.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Cyber security Lab exercises

Durban University of Technology
Durban
02.2025 - 11.2025
  • Configured network devices and monitored network traffic for vulnerabilities.
  • Simulated attacks to understand threat vectors and mitigation strategies


Community Cybersecurity Awareness

PK CompunetCC, Volunteering
Durban
08.2025 - 10.2025
  • Educated peers on safe online practices, password security, and basic network safety.

Networking Lab Projects

Durban University of Technology
Durban
04.2022 - 02.2022
  • Built LANs and WANs, practiced IP addressing and subnetting, and implemented basic routing protocols.
  • Troubleshot connectivity issues and gained hands-on experience with routers and switches.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - ICT: APP DEV, 3rd year

Durban University Of Technology
South Africa
01.2019 -

Skills

  • Network Security & Monitoring
  • Threat identification & Risk assessment
  • Network fundamentals and Troubleshooting
  • Configuration of Network Devices
  • Cybersecurity Tools & Techniques
  • Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking
  • Cybersecurity tools & techniques, Problem solving & analytical thinking

Languages

English
Fluent
isiZulu
Fluent

Certification

  • Cisco Networking Academy Cybersecurity Essentials Certificate
  • Cisco Networking Academy Networking Essentials Certificate

Timeline

Community Cybersecurity Awareness

PK CompunetCC, Volunteering
08.2025 - 10.2025

Cyber security Lab exercises

Durban University of Technology
02.2025 - 11.2025

Networking Lab Projects

Durban University of Technology
04.2022 - 02.2022

Diploma of Higher Education - ICT: APP DEV, 3rd year

Durban University Of Technology
01.2019 -
Kenny Msweli