Ian Karanja

Cybersecurity Practitioner | Ethical Hacking Enthusiast | AI & Cloud Security Learner

I'm a Computer Science student passionate about cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and building secure systems. I love breaking things, understanding how they work, and building them back stronger.

About Me

Enthusiastic Computer Science student with a strong foundation in cybersecurity and programming, aiming to become a SOC Analyst. Experienced in Python scripting and proficient in various cybersecurity tools.

Currently diving deep into cybersecurity, ethical hacking, cloud security, and AI-driven security systems. Eager to apply my skills in practical environments and dedicated to continuous learning.

Currently Working On:

  • Enhancing my skills in Python for cybersecurity
  • Learning Cloud Security (AWS & Azure basics)
  • Practicing on Hack The Box, TryHackMe, and CTF challenges

Technical Skills

Projects

AI Fraud Detection System

Designing a machine learning model to automatically identify fraudulent transaction patterns, aiming to enhance financial security and reduce manual review efforts.

Python Machine Learning AI Security

Network Scanner

Developed a Python tool that scans networks to discover active devices and open ports, providing a clear overview of potential security vulnerabilities.

Python Network Security Cybersecurity

Security Automation Scripts

Creating various automation scripts for security tasks including vulnerability scanning, log analysis, and system hardening.

Python Bash Automation

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Zetech University, Kenya

Expected Graduation: November 2027

Certifications

Fortinet Certified: Threat Landscape

Cisco Certified: Ethical Hacking

Cyber Shujaa Programme

Web Development & WordPress Certificate

Udemy

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Community Involvement

HackTheBox Community, Kenya

Active member participating in cybersecurity challenges and knowledge sharing

Zetech Cyber Security Club

Member of university cybersecurity club focused on practical security skills

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Nairobi, Kenya