Masembe Yolan
Kampala
Summary
Accomplished cybersecurity professional with expertise in cyber threat detection and response, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing. Demonstrates proficiency in incident handling, root cause analysis, and ISO/IEC 27001 compliance. Skilled in network security, risk mitigation, Linux systems, and Python scripting. Adept at technical documentation and client support, aiming to enhance organisational security frameworks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Junior software developer
Insurance Training College
Kampala, Kampala District
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered technical support for Odoo ERP, addressing server errors and database failures.
- Analysed log files to identify system faults and resolve SQL-related issues.
- Supported deployment and configuration of Odoo on Linux servers, managing services and permissions.
- Guided users in navigating Odoo to overcome operational challenges during training sessions.
- Monitored system performance to maintain uptime and swiftly responded to access incidents.
- Collaborated with IT team to provide staff training on Odoo usage and troubleshooting techniques.
- Ensured secure platform access through effective network configurations and adherence to security policies.
Technical Support Engineer
Computer Forensics Consult
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on client systems.
- Deploy and manage SIEM/IDS tools to monitor and investigate security events.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity team to analyze threats and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Train clients on secure practices and tools, ensuring system resilience.
- Generate risk reports and document incidents and remediation actions.
Software Developer
Jitpomi
Washington
05.2021 - 02.2024
- Participated in full software development lifecycle, collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders.
- Contributed to product improvement through feedback, testing, and customer insights.
- Delivered updates and suggestions to internal and client-facing teams.
Data Clerk
Ensibuuko Tech Limited
Kampala
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained organized and accurate records in company database systems.
- Communicated with teams to ensure timely data entry and issue resolution.
- Supported internal stakeholders with reliable data for reporting and decision-making.
Software Engineer
Computer Forensics Consult Limited
Kampala
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardware interfaces.
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Reviewed project specifications and designed technology solutions that met or exceeded performance expectations.
- Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements.
- Provided direction and guidance to process improvements and established policies.
- Analyzed data to coordinate installation of new systems or modification of existing systems.
- Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
- Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers and other hardware.
Internship Student
Web InfoNet
Kampala
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Website design and development -Networking CISCO devices.
- Provided front-end website development using WordPress, and other editing software.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Provided faculty and staff with security software and network configuration support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology and Computing
Kyambogo University
Uganda-Kampala 08.2016 - 12.2019
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Makerere College School
Uganda-Kampala 02.2014 - 11.2015
Uganda Certification of Education - undefined
Makerere College School
Uganda-Kampala 02.2010 - 11.2013
Primary Leaving Examination - undefined
African Outreach Academy
Uganda-Kampala 02.2007 - 11.2009
Skills
- Cyber Threat Detection and Response
- Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
- Incident Handling and Root cause analysis
- ISO/IEC 27001 Awareness and Compliance
- Network Security and Risk Mitigation
- Linux Systems and Python Scripting
- Technical Documentation and Client Support
Certification
- 2024-11 Google Cybersecurity Professional
- 2021-03 Nodejs (Full stack development)
- 2020-04 HCIA Routing and Switching
Referees
- Gilbert, Mwambu, Director, gilbert@forensics.co.ug, +256779087980, Computer Forensics Consult
- Racheal, Abaho, Lead Innovations Engineer, racheal@forensics.co.ug, +256774024508, Computer Forensics Consult
- Wanda, Mathias, Senior Accounts Manager, mathiaswanda@ensibuuko.com, Ensibuuko Tech Limited
Accomplishments
I am an author of the Foundation of Success.
Timeline
Junior software developer
Insurance Training College
07.2025 - Current
Technical Support Engineer
Computer Forensics Consult
02.2024 - 12.2025
Data Clerk
Ensibuuko Tech Limited
02.2023 - 01.2024
Software Developer
Jitpomi
05.2021 - 02.2024
Software Engineer
Computer Forensics Consult Limited
12.2019 - 05.2022
Internship Student
Web InfoNet
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology and Computing
Kyambogo University
08.2016 - 12.2019
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Makerere College School
02.2014 - 11.2015
Uganda Certification of Education - undefined
Makerere College School
02.2010 - 11.2013
Primary Leaving Examination - undefined
African Outreach Academy
02.2007 - 11.2009