Marshal T Dhliwayo

Motivated IT specialist with a strong academic background in cybersecurity principles and practices. Eager to kickstart a career in cybersecurity, possessing hands-on experience from academic projects covering network security, vulnerability analysis, and digital forensics. Quick learner, detail-oriented, and dedicated to ongoing growth and development within the information security field.

• Browser Artifact Analysis, Conducted forensic analysis of browser artifacts to trace user activity and potential insider threats. Extracted data from web browsers using FTK Imager and Browser History Examiner. Analysed cache, history, and downloads to support investigative findings.
• Malware Analysis, Analysed behaviour of malicious executables in sandbox environment to identify indicators of compromise. Used static and dynamic analysis techniques to dissect malware logic and communication patterns.
• Vulnerability Checks, Performed vulnerability assessment on local systems and web applications using automated scanners. Verified CVEs and proposed remediation steps aligned with security best practices.
• Penetration Testing, Simulated real-world attacks to test system and network defences. Identified and exploited vulnerabilities in a controlled lab environment to assess security posture.
• Secure Admin Access Project, Developed a secure remote access solution for system administrators, integrating multi-factor authentication and role-based access control. Implemented SSH hardening and monitored access logs for anomalies.

Active swimmer with strong discipline, endurance, and time-management skills developed through regular training and participation in individual and team swimming activities.