CAROLINE NYASHA BONZO
Summary
Cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and security monitoring within telecommunications. Delivered impactful security outcomes through network reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, and reporting, utilizing tools such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nessus, and Wireshark. Committed to advancing expertise in offensive security and adversary simulation while contributing to high-stakes penetration testing initiatives.
Skilled in safeguarding information systems and networks from potential threats. Have experience implementing security measures, conducting vulnerability assessments, and managing incident response activities. Strengths include analytical problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication skills. Contributed to enhancing system security posture and reducing incidents of data breaches in previous roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cybersecurity Analyst Graduate Trainee Program
TelOne Limited Company
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted vulnerability assessments using Nessus and manual validation techniques
- Supported penetration testing activities in controlled environments using Kali Linux and Metasploit
- Identified and validated security weaknesses in internal systems and network infrastructure, enhancing overall security posture
- Analyzed exploit results and documented findings with remediation recommendations
- Performed network traffic analysis using Wireshark to identify anomalies and suspicious activity
- Assisted in detecting potential security risks through log and packet inspection
- Supported incident response investigations for suspected unauthorized system activity
- Performed network reconnaissance, port scanning, and enumeration using Nmap and related tools
- Conducted authorized phishing simulation exercises, assessing and improving employee security awareness
- Contributed to ISO 27001-aligned security policies and procedures
- Prepared detailed vulnerability and risk assessment reports for management review
- Documented security incidents, findings, and remediation actions
- Supported access control reviews and system hardening initiatives
- Monitored unauthorized file modifications and data integrity issues, contributing to proactive risk management
Sales Representative – Visa Cards
Steward bank Zimbabwe
Harare , Zimbabwe
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Engaged clients through personalized communication to identify and address banking needs.
- Promoted bank products and services to enhance customer awareness and satisfaction, leading to increased sales.
- Acted as a sales representative for Visa card products.
- Steward Bank
- Key Responsibilities
- Promoted and sold Visa card products to customers.
- Explained product features, benefits, and usage.
- Assisted customers with application and registration processes.
- Built and maintained positive customer relationships.
- Generated leads and achieved sales targets.
- Educated customers on card security and safe usage.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Polytechnics Mauritius
05.2026
Diploma - Computing with Cyber Security
NCC Education
Diploma - Computer Engineering
ABMA Education
Certificate - Electronic Data Processing
Ministry of Higher And Tertiary Education, Innovation, Scien
Skills
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability management
- Web Security Testing
- Network Security Testing
- Network Mapping
- Enumeration
- Traffic Analysis
- Incident Response
- Malware Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Threat analysis
- Security Awareness Training
- System Hardening
- Access Control
- Security reporting
- Executive documentation
Relevant Training
SIEM (Splunk) Security Monitoring Specialization, Coursera, In Progress
Languages
English
Technical Practical Experience
- Conducted end to end vulnerability scanning and reporting using Nessus
- Performed penetration testing simulations in lab environments using Kali Linux
- Executed network analysis and packet inspection using Wireshark
- Practiced exploitation testing using Metasploit framework
- Supported security awareness and risk assessment exercises
Technical Tools
- Kali Linux
- Metasploit Framework
- Nessus Vulnerability Scanner
- Wireshark
- Nmap
- Autopsy (Digital Forensics)
- Linux / Windows Environments
- ISO 27001 Framework
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Cybersecurity Analyst Graduate Trainee Program
TelOne Limited Company
01.2023 - 12.2024
Sales Representative – Visa Cards
Steward bank Zimbabwe
08.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Polytechnics Mauritius
Diploma - Computing with Cyber Security
NCC Education
Diploma - Computer Engineering
ABMA Education
Certificate - Electronic Data Processing
Ministry of Higher And Tertiary Education, Innovation, Scien