Olavi Kamati
Windhoek
Summary
Proactive Cybersecurity student at Namibia University of Science and Technology with strong leadership and communication skills. Expertise in risk management, data privacy, and network security, including proficiency in encryption algorithms and intrusion detection systems. Experienced in implementing system hardening techniques and conducting vulnerability assessments. Committed to applying knowledge and skills in a dynamic internship environment to contribute to innovative security solutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Student
Namibia University of Science and Technology
Windhoek, Khomas
02.2023 - Current
- Contributed to NUST Cyber Security team by supporting various security initiatives.
- Showcased advanced problem-solving skills in NUST Cybersecurity CTF competition.
- Simulated social engineering phishing attacks to raise cybersecurity awareness among peers.
- Gained insights at Namibia International Cybersecurity Conference to expand industry knowledge.
- Configured Next-Generation firewalls, including Sophos and CISCO ASA, for enhanced security.
- Managed threat protection utilizing Microsoft Defender for Cloud effectively.
- Strengthened organizational security posture through deployment of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
- Executed Active Directory setup and conducted exploitation assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science - Cyber Security
Namibia University of Science And Technology
04-2026
Secondary School -
Negumbo SSS
12.2022
Skills
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Collaboration
- Windows and Linux systems
- Microsoft Defender solutions
- Active Directory management
- Server hardening techniques
- Web application testing
- Network analysis and configuration
- Secure file transfer and data encryption
- Data recovery techniques
- Phishing simulation strategies and awareness
- Social engineering awareness
- Ethical systems hacking
- IoT security planning
- Network troubleshooting and protocols
- Cryptography and firewall management
- End-user training and threat intelligence
- Two-factor authentication and patch management
- Security architecture and operating system security
- Log analysis and digital forensics
Languages
Oshiwambo
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Affiliations
- Football, music, movies, and gaming
Certification
- CCNA
- ICS Cybersecurity Risk (CISA)
- ICS Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities (CISA)
References
Mercy Chitauro, HOD and senior lecturer, Cyber Security: +264 61 207 2039, mbere@nust.na, IT House
Shadreck Chitauro, lecturer, cyber security: +264 61 207 2689, schitauro@nust.na
Victoria Shakela, Lecturer, Cyber Security: +264 61 207 2856, vshakela@nust.na.
Personal Information
Education
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Timeline
Cybersecurity Student
Namibia University of Science and Technology
02.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Computer Science - Cyber Security
Namibia University of Science And Technology
Secondary School -
Negumbo SSS
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