1. Portfolio: Benard Mulwa - Cybersecurity Professional
Introduction:
Hello, I'm Benard Mulwa, a passionate and results-driven cybersecurity professional with over
three years of hands-on experience in penetration testing. With a strong foundation in computer
science and a dedication to staying at the forefront of cybersecurity trends and technologies, I am
committed to delivering exceptional results and helping organizations strengthen their digital
defenses against cyber threats.
Professional Experience:
➢ Kenya Medical Research Institute - Nairobi, Kenya
Penetration Tester
January 2021 - May 2021
➢ Contabo VPS - Remote
Penetration Tester
August 2021 - September 2021
➢ Umma University - Kajiado, Kenya
Penetration Tester
October 2021 - December 2021
➢ Elex Products LTD - Nairobi, Kenya
Penetration Tester
January 2022 - January 2023
➢ Maasai Cables LTD - Kajiado, Kenya
Penetration Tester
May 2023 - December 2023
2. ➢ Contabo VPS - Remote
Malware Analyst
January 2024 - Present
Education:
● Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Computer Science (Cybersecurity Specialization)
Umma University, Kajiado - Kenya
September 2015 - September 2019
Certifications:
● CompTIA Security+
● Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
● Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Hackathon Engagements:
● Cybertalents Africa
● Sub-Saharan ICT Competition
● Spillover Hackathon
● Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) Cybersecurity Hackathon
● Huawei Cybersecurity Hackathon
● Greenfist Season 2 Hackathon
● Cyberlympics Africa
● HackerOne CTF
● CTFroom
Bug Bounty Programs and VDPs:
3. ● HackerOne
● Bugcrowd
● Intigriti
Professional Development:
● Completed courses on security platforms such as Huawei, Portswigger, Netacad, and
Udemy.
● Actively engaged in hands-on challenges on platforms like HTB and TryHackMe.
● Utilized virtual labs such as DVWA and Metasploit for practical experience and skill
development.
Community Involvement:
● CEO and Founder of BePents CyberTech, providing pentesting services and security
consultations.
● Contributing to cybersecurity communities through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and
collaborative projects.
● Developed Bepents CyberNews Site, a dedicated platform for cybersecurity news and
insights.
Connect with Me:
● LinkedIn
● Devpost
● Reddit
● GitHub
● Twitter
● Facebook
