Cynthia Nxonose
Midrand
Summary
Dedicated IT professional with expertise in Privileged Access Management (PAM) and a strong foundation in cybersecurity concepts. Certified in BeyondTrust Password Safe and Privileged Remote Access, I bring hands-on experience in securing access to critical systems and managing identity security across various platforms. Passionate about improving organizational security posture through PAM technologies, I excel in deploying, configuring, and supporting identity access solutions while ensuring adherence to best practices. Known for my ability to troubleshoot issues, document processes, and collaborate effectively within diverse teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Professional Trainee
Matlala Group
Johannesburg
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that adhere to industry standards and legal regulations regarding data privacy and security.
- Developed training materials for end users on how to practice safe computing habits online.
- Built firewalls and encrypted data to secure confidential information.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activities and potential threats, reporting findings to senior staff.
IT Technical Support Intern
College of Cape Town
Cape Town
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Set up equipment for employee use, performing or properly installing cables, operating systems or software.
- Provided assistance in setting up new computers, printers, and other IT-related equipment.
- Assisted customers with various types of technical issues via email, live chat, and telephone.
- Troubleshot hardware issues and worked with service providers to facilitate repairs for end users.
- Diagnosed and repaired computer systems, including laptops, desktops, tablets, printers, networks.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
Butterworth05-2019
National Diploma in Information Technology - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
Butterworth05-2018
Skills
Technical skills
- Privileged Access Management: BeyondTrust solutions, identity and access control, role-based access control
- Operating Systems: Linux (Ubuntu, Red Hat, SUSE), Windows Server 2016
- Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, IP routing
- Scripting: PowerShell, Basic Python
- Cloud Platforms: AWS, IBM Cloud
- Tools and Technologies: VMware, Red Hat OpenShift, Active Directory
- Diagnostics: tcpdump, netstat, traceroute, ping, telnet
Certification
Certifications
- BeyondTrust Password Safe
- BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- AWS Certified Big Data - Specialty
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Essentials
- Linux Server Professional
- Linux Network Professional
- SUSE Certified Administrator (SCA) in Enterprise Linux Server 15
- SUSE Certified Linux Enterprise Advanced Administrator 15
- SUSE Certified Linux Enterprise High Availability 15
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- IBM Cloud Pak for Security - Administrator
- IBM Cloud Pak for Security - Specialty
Timeline
Cybersecurity Professional Trainee
Matlala Group
11.2022 - Current
IT Technical Support Intern
College of Cape Town
05.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
National Diploma in Information Technology - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
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