Hello, I'm

Brendon T. Matsikinya

And I'm a

Cybersecurity, Business, and Data Analyst Professional with a passion for ethical hacking, penetration testing, and vulnerability analysis, complemented by expertise in business and data analysis. Skilled in network security, threat mitigation, and risk assessment, with a strong foundation in data-driven decision-making, process optimization, and business intelligence. A highly analytical and technically adept individual with a proactive approach to securing digital assets, fortifying enterprise security systems, and leveraging data analytics to drive strategic business insights and efficiency.

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About Me

Cybersecurity Analyst!

Hi there! I’m a tech enthusiast and curious problem-solver with over 4 years of experience in the Financial Sector (Commercial Bank of Zimbabwe & BancABC) as a Technology Services Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst, Data Analyst, and Senior Systems Analyst. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of using technology to help businesses grow, work smarter, and innovate faster. I thrive on diving into data, uncovering insights, and solving challenges that make a real impact. What gets me excited? Turning complex problems into meaningful solutions, whether it’s building predictive models, streamlining business processes, or securing systems against cyber threats. I love using data to tell stories, guide decisions, and ultimately drive success. Need a quick laugh? Why did the data scientist quit his job? Because he didn’t get arrays! And what did the ethical hacker say when they found a cross-site scripting (XSS) bug? "Time to inject some humor… and a patch!" 😆

Full-Scope Red Teaming (OSINT etc)

Simulating real-world cyber threats by mimicking APTs and bypassing enterprise security defenses.

External Penetration Testing

Identifying and exploiting internet-facing assets through OSINT and vulnerability scanning.

Internal Penetration Testing

Simulating insider threats, lateral movement, and privilege escalation to uncover security gaps.

Web Application Penetration Testing

Assessing web applications and APIs for security flaws using OWASP Top 10 methodologies.

Wireless Network Penetration Testing

Testing Wi-Fi security through encryption cracking, rogue AP attacks, and MITM exploitation.

Social Engineering & Phishing Simulations

Conducting phishing, vishing, and social engineering attacks to evaluate human security awareness.

Cloud Security Assessments (AWS..)

Testing cloud configurations, IAM roles, and misconfigurations to prevent privilege escalation.

Threat Hunting & Purple Teaming Engagements

Collaborating with Blue Teams to enhance detection, response, and security resilience.

Digital Forensics Support

Investigating security breaches, malware analysis, and forensic assessments for rapid remediation.

Credit Card Fraud Detection

Developed a machine learning system to detect fraudulent transactions and enhance financial security.

Ticketing System

Designed an automated ticketing platform for streamlined issue tracking and resolution.

DDoS Attack Detection

Implemented an anomaly detection model to identify and mitigate DDoS attacks in real-time.

Tableau Dashboard

Created interactive visualizations for data-driven insights using Tableau.

Machine Learning Model

Developed a predictive model using GDP data for economic insights.

VGG16 Video Framing

Built a deep learning model using VGG16 for video frame analysis.