Stephen Mwavali
Nairobi
Summary
IT and Cybersecurity professional with a background in ICT integration, data protection and cybersecurity training. Skilled in secure system management, digital safety awareness and implementing IT infrastructure improvements. Experienced in enhancing information security within educational and organizational settings, with ongoing professional development in cybersecurity frameworks and critical infrastructure protection.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICT Integration & Cyber Awareness Specialist
Isamilo International School
01.2023 - Current
- Integrated cybersecurity awareness into computing curriculum for senior students
- Implemented secure digital practices to align with global data protection standards
- Provided IT security training for staff and students
Data Protection Officer & EdTech Lead
Makini Schools &
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Managed IT infrastructure ensuring secure systems and network protection
- Administered STASY & Luminosity platforms with focus on data integrity and confidentiality
- Established cybersecurity awareness programs for students and staff
- Collaborated with other Makini School staffs on securing IT integration projects.
- Oversee data governance, compliance and monitoring by developing secure data handling policies, ensuring regulatory adherence and regularly auditing systems to maintain data integrity and confidentiality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Kabarak University
Diploma - Teacher Education (French, English, ICT)
Kagumo Teachers’ Training College
Skills
- Cybersecurity & Data Protection – Trained in cybersecurity fundamentals and digital safety, with applied experience in data integrity and secure IT systems
- IT Infrastructure Management – Hands-on experience managing and maintaining robust IT infrastructure in institutional settings
- Critical Infrastructure Protection (Knowledge-Level) – Certified through OPSWAT Academy in CIP principles
- Languages – Fluent in English, French, Kiswahili, with intermediate Mandarin, useful for global organizations
Affiliations
- Member – Teachers Service Commission of Kenya
- Participant – Cybersecurity and ICT professional development programs
Certification
- Foundations of Cybersecurity – Coursera
- Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Protection – OPSWAT Academy (USA)
- Cybersecurity Training for Teachers – Commonwealth of Learning (Ongoing)
- Effective Use of Assistant Teacher – TES
- Child Protection & Data Safety – TES
Timeline
ICT Integration & Cyber Awareness Specialist
Isamilo International School
01.2023 - Current
Data Protection Officer & EdTech Lead
Makini Schools &
01.2017 - 08.2023
Diploma - Teacher Education (French, English, ICT)
Kagumo Teachers’ Training College
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Kabarak University
References
Available upon request