Benedicto KWANGU
Dar Es Salaam,02
Summary
Adept at digital forensics and crisis management, I leveraged these skills at the US Embassy to enhance security measures and collaborate effectively with law enforcement agencies. My background includes leading the Cybercrime Unit in Tanzania, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to public safety. This blend of technical expertise and soft skills has consistently driven positive outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Security Investigator
US Embassy
10.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to ensure timely information sharing and joint efforts in resolving cases.
- Provided exceptional customer service to clients, resolving security concerns promptly and professionally.
- Enhanced security measures by conducting thorough investigations on potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Monitored security systems regularly, identifying potential risks or areas requiring further investigation.
- Improved risk management by analyzing investigation outcomes and recommending appropriate action plans.
- Prevented security breaches by implementing comprehensive investigative strategies for high-risk situations.
- Supported legal proceedings with detailed investigative reports, providing critical evidence for case resolutions.
- Developed strong relationships with internal departments, fostering open communication channels for effective collaboration during investigations.
- Prioritized caseloads effectively, ensuring that critical incidents received immediate attention and resolution efforts were focused where most needed.
- Applied advanced research techniques to gather relevant intelligence on subjects under investigation, strengthening case findings significantly.
- Conducted background checks on employees, ensuring the safety and integrity of the workplace environment.
- Maintained accurate records of all investigative activities, enabling easy access to information when needed for follow-up actions or reporting purposes.
- Increased team efficiency by providing training and guidance on best practices for conducting successful investigations.
- Managed complex investigations involving multiple stakeholders, maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by swiftly addressing internal threats such as employee theft or misconduct.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and protocols, minimizing potential threats to company assets.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Testified in court during criminal proceedings and trials.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Searched computer databases, credit reports, public records or other resources to locate persons or to compile information for investigations.
Head of Cybercrime Unit
Tanzania Police Force
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- liaising with other institutions such as Tanzania Communication Regulatory Authority (TCRA) in combatting Cybercrime cases in Tanzania.
- Identify and Investigate all crimes related in Cybercrime withing Dar es salaam and Tanzania at large
- Interviewing and interrogate the suspect
- collecting digital evidence and physical evidence to build up a case
- Analyzing laws related to Cybercrime to ensure that suspect are comprehensively dealt with
- coordinating a joint investigations with other stakeholders such as Banks, Mobile Network Operators and other Government Institutions
Assistant to Inspector General of Police
Tanzania Police Force
01.2014 - 07.2017
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of operations.
- Leading a security team of the Inspector General and issuing all the directives and plans
- Coordinate IGP's office with other officials wh are assigned to his office
- Advised the IGP on all force related matters
- Plan and executing travel and all the itinerary of the IGP
Head of Criminal Investigation Mbinga
Tanzania Police Force
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations and environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance to Investigators
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Coordinated all Criminal Investigations ain Mbinga District
- Testified cases in Magistrate Court and high Court of Tanzania
- Training Investigators on Crime Scene Management, Digital evidence collection and chain of Custody procedure.
Criminal Investigations Detective
Tanzania Police Force
08.2008 - 11.2013
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Maintained detailed case files, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference or legal proceedings.
- Assisted junior detectives with professional development through mentorship and training opportunities.
- Utilized forensic techniques to collect and preserve evidence crucial to case resolutions.
- Conducted surveillance operations on known criminals or persons of interest, gathering intelligence vital for solving current or future crimes.
- Solved complex cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing advanced analytical skills.
- Conducted extensive background checks on potential suspects, identifying patterns or connections that aided in closing cases.
- Enhanced community relations by participating in public outreach programs and providing educational resources on crime prevention.
- Developed confidential informants within criminal networks, obtaining critical intelligence necessary for dismantling organized crime groups.
- Managed multiple cases simultaneously while prioritizing tasks based on urgency and available resources.
- Identified crime trends through data analysis, leading to targeted enforcement efforts and increased success rates in solving cases.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining case management procedures and implementing new technologies.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
Police Patrol and Guard
Tanzania Police Force (FFU)
02.2005 - 08.2008
- Completed detailed reports on daily activities, incidents, or irregularities observed during shift hours.
- Assisted in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure, following established protocols, and providing support to first responders.
- Responded quickly to alarms or other emergencies while coordinating with local law enforcement when necessary for swift resolution of incidents.
- Upheld a professional appearance and demeanor while on duty, projecting authority and confidence to deter potential threats and instill trust in clients.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in Police vehicle, on motorcycle, and by foot.
- Detected potential threats by closely observing behaviors, identifying suspicious activities, and promptly reporting incidents to supervisors or law enforcement.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Protected valuable assets in financial institutions by securing doors, windows, gates, and other points of entry after business hours or during special events.
- Conducted vehicle patrols around perimeter, deterring potential security threats.
- Trained new Police Officers on security protocols, improving team efficiency and readiness.
Education
Master of Laws in IT And T - Masters of Law in IT And Telecommunication
The Open University of Tanzania
Tanzania02-2018
No Degree - Cybercrime Investigations, Table Top Exercise
Kigali Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda09-2016
No Degree - Inspectorate Training
Moshi Police Training School
Moshi, Tanzania11-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Law Enforcement
University of Dar Es Salaam
Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam10-2012
No Degree - Basic Recruit
Moshi Police Training School
Moshi, Tanzania02-2005
No Degree - History, Geography And English Language (ACSEE)
Moringe Sokoine Secondary School
Arusha, Tanzania05-2004
No Degree - Arts (CSEE)
Ngarenanyuki Secondary School
Arusha, Tanzania11-2001
Skills
- Patrol operations
- Public safety
- Physical security
- Access control management
- Crisis management
- Background checks
- Law enforcement collaboration
- Incident response
- Digital forensics
- Asset protection
- Detailed report writing
- Interviewing witnesses
Accomplishments
Received several awards based on the successful assignments as follows;
1. Eagle Award - June 2022
2. Eagle Award - June 2023
3. Meritorious Honor Award - December 2023
4. Superior Honor Award - June 2024
5. Superior Honor Award - December 2024
Affiliations
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Certification
Candidate of Certification on Fraud Examiners
Additional Information
Different professional training attended:
1. March 15-18, 2021: attended a Virtual training on Anti-Corruption and Asset Recovery Course by International Law Enforcement Academy Gaborone in Corporation with the United States Department of Justice
2. August 29 - September 2, 2016 - Cyber Enabled Crimes training at Rwanda National Police Kigali
3. October 15-19, 2018: Cybercrime Investigation for practitioners in Africa offered by Interpol and TrendMicro in Nairobi, Kenya
4. December 4-6, 2018: Cybercrime Investigations by UNODC in Mombasa Kenya
5. October 1-5, 2018: Introduction of Digital Forensics and Investigation by Antiterrorism Assistance Bureau of diplomatic Security U.S
6. July 13, 2023 attended Armored Vehicle training at US Embassy Dar es salaam
7. August 15, 2023 attended Cybercrime Awareness training at National Foreign Affairs Center hosted Dar es salaam
8. August 24, 2023 attended Classifiers and users of National Security Information training at National Foreign Affairs Center hosted Dar es salaam
9. August 17, 2023 attended records management training at National Foreign Affairs Center hosted Dar es salaam
10. August 9, 2023 attended counterintelligence and insider threat awareness training at National Foreign Affairs Center hosted Dar es salaam
11. November 18 - 22, 2024 Attended Supervisory Skills Workshop conducted by Foreign Service Institute U.S Department of State in Dar es salaam
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Senior Security Investigator
US Embassy
10.2021 - Current
Head of Cybercrime Unit
Tanzania Police Force
07.2017 - 10.2021
Assistant to Inspector General of Police
Tanzania Police Force
01.2014 - 07.2017
Head of Criminal Investigation Mbinga
Tanzania Police Force
11.2013 - 01.2014
Criminal Investigations Detective
Tanzania Police Force
08.2008 - 11.2013
Police Patrol and Guard
Tanzania Police Force (FFU)
02.2005 - 08.2008
Candidate of Certification on Fraud Examiners
Master of Laws in IT And T - Masters of Law in IT And Telecommunication
The Open University of Tanzania
No Degree - Cybercrime Investigations, Table Top Exercise
Kigali Rwanda
No Degree - Inspectorate Training
Moshi Police Training School
Bachelor of Arts - Law Enforcement
University of Dar Es Salaam
No Degree - Basic Recruit
Moshi Police Training School
No Degree - History, Geography And English Language (ACSEE)
Moringe Sokoine Secondary School
No Degree - Arts (CSEE)
Ngarenanyuki Secondary School
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