Widson Omutelema Ambaisi

Cybersecurity Analyst • SOC Trainee • Cloud Security Enthusiast

Hello — I’m Widson

Certified entry-level cybersecurity professional with practical SOC training in alert triage, log analysis, and threat detection. Passionate about cloud security, SIEM monitoring, and turning threat data into actionable intelligence.

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Focus Areas

SOC operations · Cloud fundamentals · Threat detection · Incident response

SOC-L1

TryHackMe

(ISC)² CC

Certified

Cloud

AWS (80% course)

About Me

I’m a practical cybersecurity practitioner with hands-on labs in network defense, SIEM monitoring (Splunk & Chronicle at a basic level), packet analysis (Wireshark), and threat intelligence (OpenCTI & MITRE ATT&CK). I combine analytical thinking and disciplined documentation to support SOC teams and secure cloud environments. Previously trained in horticulture and environmental studies — I bring meticulousness, field discipline, and a systems-thinking mindset to InfoSec.

Analytical Thinking Policy Compliance Team Collaboration Attention to Detail Time Management

Technical Skills

SIEM & Monitoring

Splunk (basic), Chronicle

Threat Detection

Alert triage, MITRE ATT&CK, OpenCTI

Network & Tools

Wireshark, Nmap, Kali Linux, packet analysis

Cloud & Dev

AWS Cloud Practitioner (in progress), Azure fundamentals (awaiting exam), HTML/CSS/JS basics

Endpoint & IAM

Endpoint security basics, IAM principles

Programming

Python (basics), PowerShell (basics)

Experience

Cybersecurity Intern — Redynox (Remote)

June – July 2025

  • Practical SOC tasks including alert triage, log analysis, and simulated incident response.
  • Worked with SIEM concepts and basic monitoring pipelines.

Cybersecurity Analyst — Virtual Labs & Simulations

Google, TryHackMe, Cisco | 2024 – Present

  • Hands-on network security, Wireshark analysis and firewall configuration labs.
  • Web app vulnerability assessment (OWASP ZAP, WebGoat) and secure network setup practice.

Landscape Designer — Central Bank of Kenya - IMS

2017 – 2024

  • Oversaw horticultural operations for large properties and led documentation of 3,000+ plant species.
  • Introduced sustainable landscaping and organized maintenance teams—skills that translate to meticulous documentation and process discipline in SOC workflows.

Projects & Labs

A selection of practical labs, simulated engagements, and cloud exercises completed through TryHackMe, Cisco, Google, and personal practice.

TryHackMe — SOC L1 Path

Alert triage, log interpretation, and incident response labs focused on SIEM workflows and threat validation.

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Google Cybersecurity Labs

Hands-on labs on network defense, web app vulnerabilities, and defensive controls completed as part of the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate.

GoogleWebAppSecNetwork

Cisco — Junior Analyst Path

Network fundamentals, device configuration, and initial SOC workflows practiced through Cisco learning labs and virtual environments.

CiscoNetworkingSOC

Personal — Cloud Security Practice

Practice exercises for AWS fundamentals, IAM policy review, and secure configuration of cloud services (coursework & labs).

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Certifications & Training

Education

Languages & Referees

Languages: English (Fluent), Swahili (Fluent), French (Basics)

David Lujiri

Librarian — Kenya School of Monetary Studies

P: +254 728 809 825 • dlujiri@gmail.com

Paul Mungai

Senior Bank Officer — Central Bank of Kenya

P: +254 722 449 955 • mungaip@ksms.or.ke

Joram Okute Ndanyi

Teacher — Teachers Service Commission

P: +254 729 659 013 • ndanyijoram@gmail.com

Contact

Interested in collaborating or hiring? I’m open to SOC, cloud security, and entry-level cybersecurity roles.

Email Directly

Phone: +254 728 941 450 • +254 720 861 592