Hi, I am
Brian Kareithi
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Academic & Professional
Trajectory
A systematic progression of me through formal education, technical certifications, and professional experience demonstrating continuous growth and specialization.
Brian Kareithi
My professional journey represents a deliberate progression from foundational education through specialized certification to practical application. Each phase builds upon previous knowledge, creating a comprehensive skill set that spans technical implementation, strategic planning, and entrepreneurial initiative, skill set you cant find inside anyone else.
KCPE Certificate
Primary education completion with distinction in mathematics and sciences.
Foundation for analytical thinking
- Distinction in STEM subjects
- Early exposure to technology
KCSE - Science & Technology
Secondary education with focus on sciences and technology.
Technical foundation development
- STEM specialization
- Science competitions participation
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Undergraduate degree in Information Technology with cybersecurity focus.
Formal academic foundation in IT
- Cybersecurity Club Leadership
- AI/ML research focus
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
Foundational cloud services certification validating understanding of cloud concepts and Azure services.
Entry into cloud computing
- Cloud concepts mastery
- Azure service fundamentals
CompTIA Security+
Industry-recognized certification validating baseline cybersecurity skills across multiple environments.
Cybersecurity foundation establishment
- Security principles application
- Risk management fundamentals
Information Security Specialist
Secured government digital infrastructure, developed secure applications, and implemented security frameworks.
Public sector security impact
- 50,000+ user accounts protected
- 75% security incident reduction
- Zero critical vulnerabilities
Freelance Full-Stack Developer
Delivered secure, high-performance web applications for diverse clients across multiple industries.
Client-driven solution development
- 50+ projects delivered
- 100% client satisfaction rate
- Full-stack architecture expertise
AWS Cloud Practitioner
Cloud services certification demonstrating AWS cloud concepts and architectural best practices.
Multi-cloud expertise expansion
- AWS architecture understanding
- Cost optimization strategies
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Comprehensive cybersecurity certification covering threat detection, incident response, and security operations.
Enterprise security methodology
- SIEM strategy development
- Incident response automation
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Networking certification validating skills in network fundamentals, access, IP connectivity, and security.
Network infrastructure expertise
- Enterprise network design
- Network security implementation
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional
Advanced certification in threat intelligence, security operations, and enterprise security management.
Enterprise security operations
- Threat intelligence mastery
- SOC procedure implementation
Frontend Developer and ICT Support
Architected and deployed scalable frontend systems with focus on performance optimization and user experience.
Enterprise-scale frontend development
- 10,000+ users served
- 40% UI performance improvement
- React architecture migration
Co-Founder & Backend Developer
Established technology startup, designed cloud-native solutions, and implemented DevOps practices.
Entrepreneurial venture initiation
- 60% infrastructure cost reduction
- 15-minute deployment time
- Cloud-native architecture
Cybersecurity Leadership & Innovation
Aspiring to lead enterprise security initiatives, contribute to open-source security tools, and mentor emerging professionals.
Strategic career progression
- Enterprise security leadership
- Open-source contribution
- Professional mentorship
I understand that was a comprehensive review of my professional Journey. The subsequent sections will provide more concise overviews of my specific technical competencies and project implementations.
Progressive Learning
Each certification and role demonstrates cumulative knowledge acquisition and application.
Diverse Experience
Experience spans public sector, private enterprise, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Future Orientation
Current focus on scalable solutions and mentorship for next-generation professionals.
Technical Stack
A curated selection of technologies I enjoy to work with, categorized by proficiency
Frontend
7 itemsModern frontend technologies and frameworks
Backend
6 itemsServer-side and API development
Database
6 itemsData storage and management systems
DevOps & Tools
6 itemsDeployment, infrastructure, and development tools
Stack Summary
Distribution of technologies by proficiency level
"If a role requires me to familiarise myself with a certain tool i will go out of my way to make it happen"
Selected Projects
A curated selection of implementations showcasing technical solutions across domains
UMMA Vision
University portal with real-time collaboration and admin tools
Student management system
First Lady Scholarship App
Scholarship management with automated eligibility verification
Educational access platform
Library Link
Educational resource management for academic materials
Academic resource distribution
Visitor Management System
Digital visitor tracking with security integration
Security workflow automation
Cybershield Security Suite
Threat detection and vulnerability assessment tool
Security automation
Project Portfolio Summary
Overview of project categories and completion status
This represents a curated selection. Additional projects, prototypes, and experiments are available in my GitHub repositories.
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Contact Details
Location
Remote Worldwide
Global collaborations
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Brian Kareithi • Cybersecurity & Full-Stack Developer • 2026
Building secure, scalable digital solutions