About Samuel
I’m a Telecom Security Consultant & SOC Expert with 15+ years of hands-on experience helping telecom operators secure their networks, systems, and critical data. I specialize in telco security audits, SOC operations, threat detection, and risk management, ensuring your infrastructure meets regulatory standards and stays resilient against evolving cyber threats.
Whether you need a comprehensive SOC assessment, vulnerability audit, or security advisory, I deliver actionable insights and practical solutions that protect your business and your customers. I’ve successfully worked with telecom operators across multiple regions, providing remote and on-site consultancy, tailored to your operational and regulatory needs.
💡 Services I provide:
Telco Security Audits & Gap Analysis
SOC Assessment & Threat Detection Optimization
Application & Network Security in Telecom Environments
Incident Response & Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance Advisory (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, local telco regulations)
I’m available for remote consultancy across Europe (Germany, Hungary, and Schengen countries) and can also provide short-term on-site support if required. Let’s secure your telecom operations together!
Swahili
Native or bilingual
French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- Gulf Power AllianceSOC Lead/L3DIGITAL AND ITJanuary 2022 - Today (4 years and 5 months)Doha, Qatar• • Directed a Security Operations Center SOC team of 20 analysts, achieving a 98% improvement in response time to incidents.• • Designed and implemented vulnerability management processes, reducing high-risk vulnerabilities by 90% .• • Developed organization-wide security policies and ensured compliance with NIA & Qatar2022 Cyber Security Framework.• • Conducted risk assessments and audits, achieving 95% of high-risk area mitigations.• • Coordinated response to cybersecurity incidents, including Ransomware, Insider Threat & Phishing attacks, minimizing impact and restoring operations within agreed SLA.
- Synax TechnologiesCyber Security ConsultantCONSULTING AND AUDITSAugust 2020 - December 2021 (1 year and 4 months)Kigali, RwandaConduct cybersecurity assessments and audits of IT systems, networks, and applications.Identify, evaluate, and mitigate security risks and vulnerabilities in banking environments.Advise on and implement security frameworks, policies, and procedures aligned with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, GDPR).Perform penetration testing, vulnerability scans, and risk analysis.Provide guidance on incident response and threat mitigation strategies.Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and application teams to embed security in the SDLC.Support regulatory compliance initiatives and prepare security documentation for audits.Conduct security awareness training for bank staff and IT teams.Recommend and help implement cybersecurity tools and technologies.
- UNDPCyber Security ExpertSeptember 2019 - July 2020 (10 months)Kabul, Afghanistan• • Conducted threat intelligence analysis, leading to the identification and mitigation of Iranian/Chinese APT.• • Improved endpoint security by deploying EDR, reducing malware infections by 95% .• • Delivered training programs on phishing and social engineering, achieving a 98% decrease in employee-related security incidents.• • Played a key role in achieving Zero-Breach target, ensuring adherence to internal company security objective.
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Education
- BEPSG College of Technology2002BE
- CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security ProfessionalCISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional