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Aklilu H.

Adama, Ethiopia

$50/hr
5.0
20 jobs

⭐️⭐️⭐️💪💪💪 Partner with me to establish a robust cybersecurity posture. 💪💪💪⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️I'm a passionate cybersecurity engineer committed to safeguarding your digital assets. I'll confidently identify and address potential threats, ensuring your business's resilience. My expertise in risk assessment, network security, data privacy, and incident response will provide you with tailored solutions to protect your valuable information. Let's collaborate to build a secure digital future. 🎖️ Over my career, I have reduced security risks by implementing physical access controls and a multi-layer security system that includes antispyware and antivirus software. 🌟 My area of expertise lies in— ✅ Designing and implementing an incident response plan, conducting risk assessments, and developing business continuity plans. ✅ Identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks. ✅ OT Cybersecurity Analyst (SCADA / ICS / Network Security) ✅ Preventing data breaches and protecting the privacy of businesses and customers. ✅ Worked on several penetration testing engagements, including source code reviews, wireless assessments, and vulnerability assessments. ✅ Skilled in security tools such as Nessus, Netcat, Wireshark, Acunetix, HostedScans, and Metasploit. ✅ Incident response tools such as SEIM, EDR, XDR, MDR, IDS, and IPS. ✅OSINT Research and investigation ✅ Hands-on experience in specific areas, including ethical hacking, vulnerability assessment, and network security. ✅SOC (System and Organization Controls) 2 Audits. ✅Business Resilience Plan ✅Excellent knowledge of security regulations such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SEC, and NIST. ✅ Web Application Penetration Testing ✅ Infrastructure and Database Management with Continuous Monitoring ✅ Mobile app (Android & IOS) penetration testing ✅ API Penetration Testing ✅ Network Penetration Testing ✅ Troubleshooting Server and Network issues ✅ OpenVAS and OWASP Top 10 I invite you to collaborate with me, as I will implement streamlined frameworks, methods, and processes to ensure a smooth workflow. By partnering together, we can develop efficient strategies that facilitate seamless execution and enhance our overall effectiveness. With a focus on delivering structured methodologies, I am committed to fostering a collaborative environment that drives success and achieves our goals.

  • Penetration Testing
  • Security Assessment & Testing
  • Network Penetration Testing
  • Network Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Web App Penetration Testing
  • Web Application Security
  • Cybersecurity Tool
  • WordPress Malware Removal
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence
  • Malware Removal
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • Cybersecurity Monitoring
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Security Testing
Dagim W.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

$10/hr
5.0
1 jobs

🚀 I help startups, founders, and businesses transform ideas into reliable, fast, and scalable web applications. With expertise in Next.js, NestJS, and TypeScript, I build everything from MVPs to production-ready SaaS platforms that are secure, maintainable, and built to scale. 💼 What I build ✅ SaaS platforms & MVPs 📊 Business dashboards & internal management systems 🤖 AI-powered web applications 🎓 Education platforms ⚙️ Custom business automation tools 🔐 Secure REST APIs & backend systems 🛠️ Tech Stack Next.js • React • NestJS • TypeScript • Supabase • PostgreSQL • Docker • Modern Cloud Deployment 📌 Recent Projects 🏗️ Construction Site Management Platform Inventory, cost tracking, worker management, and project documentation in one centralized application. 🎓 Tikuret Entrance Prep An education platform featuring practice exams, subscriptions, dashboards, student progress tracking, and analytics. 💳 Bankos AI A modern fintech platform designed for loan processing with a focus on performance, responsiveness, and scalability. 💡 My Approach One thing clients appreciate most is that I don't immediately start writing code. I first understand the business problem, identify the simplest solution that will scale, and then build software that's maintainable, secure, and production-ready. My background in web security also helps me identify authentication, authorization, and data protection issues before they become costly problems. Whether you need to build a product from scratch, complete an existing application, or improve a growing platform, I'm ready to help. 📩 Tell me about your project, your current tech stack, and the biggest challenge you're facing, and let's build the right solution together.

  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • React
  • RESTful API
  • Next.js
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Node.js
  • Full-Stack Development
  • OpenAI API
  • NestJS
  • Supabase
  • Front-End Development
  • AI Chatbot
  • SaaS Development
  • API Integration
Gena Elemo K.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hi! I’m Gena, an Ethical Hacker and Penetration Tester with a strong background in Electrical and Computer Engineering. I specialize in securing web applications, mobile apps, APIs, and networks by identifying vulnerabilities before attackers do. What I do best: Comprehensive penetration testing and vulnerability assessments Mobile app security testing using tools like Frida and Drozer Web app security audits with Burp Suite and Nmap Automated security scanning and custom script development in Python and Bash Clear, actionable security reports for developers and stakeholders Why work with me? Hands-on experience with real-world bug bounty programs and government-level security projects Detail-oriented and committed to thorough testing and fast delivery Excellent communication skills, ensuring you understand every step of the process Eager to help you secure your applications and protect your data Let’s work together to keep your systems safe and secure!

  • Penetration Testing
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Information Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Web Application Security
  • Python
  • API Testing
  • Cybersecurity Tool
  • Quality Assurance
  • Software Testing
  • OWASP
Jibril K.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

$20/hr
4.4
8 jobs

🔐 Web & API Penetration Tester | VAPT Specialist I am a dedicated Application Security and Penetration Testing specialist focusing on Web Applications, APIs, and enterprise systems security. I help organizations identify and fix real-world vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. I currently work in a banking environment where I perform Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) on web applications, mobile systems, and APIs aligned with OWASP Top 10 and OWASP API Security standards. My core expertise includes manual penetration testing, secure code review, and security validation of enterprise Java (Spring Boot) applications and REST APIs. 🛡️ Core Security Expertise Web Application Penetration Testing (OWASP Top 10) API Security Testing (OWASP API Top 10) Authentication & Authorization Testing (JWT, Session, Access Control) Business Logic Vulnerability Discovery Secure Code Review (Java / Spring Boot) Banking & Enterprise Application Security Testing ⚙️ Tools & Techniques Burp Suite | OWASP ZAP | Postman | Nmap | Wireshark | Check Point Security Tools 🏢 Enterprise Experience I have conducted security testing across 20+ enterprise systems including banking applications, internal control systems, fraud management platforms, and large-scale APIs serving millions of users. 📊 What you will receive Manual security testing (not automated scan reports) Clear vulnerability explanations with proof of exploitation Risk rating based on real business impact Actionable remediation steps developers can implement Professional penetration testing report (client-ready) 🎯 My focus I specialize in helping companies secure: Banking systems Fintech applications Enterprise APIs SaaS platforms

  • Penetration Testing
  • Network Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Web Application Security
  • OWASP
  • Secure SDLC
  • API Testing
  • Security Testing
  • Kali Linux
  • Mobile App Testing
Haileegziabher A.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

$10/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I help businesses find security vulnerabilities and quality issues before users or attackers do. I specialize in web penetration testing, API security testing, and manual QA testing to make sure applications are both secure and reliable. What I do best: 🔐 Web Application Penetration Testing 🔗 API Testing (REST / basic GraphQL) 🧪 Manual QA Testing (functional, regression, usability) 🐞 Bug Reporting with clear reproduction steps ⚠️ Vulnerability Assessment & Security Reports

  • Penetration Testing
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Network Security
  • API Testing
  • Wireless Security
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Python
Nebiyou E.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

$15/hr
4.8
8 jobs

Hey there I’m a Security Engineer and co-founder of Menas Cyber Solutions, a cybersecurity firm based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. With a degree in Computer Science and Engineering and over three years of experience in Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking, and development. I specialize in: ✔ Mobile Application Penetration Testing ✔ Web Application Penetration Testing ✔ Active Directory Security Assessment ✔ API Security Testing ✔ Threat Hunting ✔ Automation I hold the CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003) certification, validating my expertise in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities. My hands-on experience ensures that I deliver thorough security assessments, helping businesses fortify their digital assets. Working with me guarantees on-time delivery and quality work, ensuring your project is completed to the highest standards. P.S. I work with a team of Ethical Hackers with different backgrounds, so you get a broad range of expertise to your specific needs. Experience as a team We have experience in top bug bounty sites like Intigriti, where we go by the handle "hundaol" or "bejitu," and have contributed to major companies such as Swiss Federal Railways, Toyota Motor Europe, Storio Group, and DataCamp

  • Penetration Testing
  • Encryption
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Network Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Web App Penetration Testing
  • Content Writing
  • Digital Forensics
  • SQL
  • Back-End Development
  • MySQL
  • Python

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