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Joseph J. Boyah
Cybersecurity Professional

// M.Sc. Cybersecurity · Information Systems · Threat Detection

Information Systems professional with a Master's in Cybersecurity, a Bachelor's in Information Technology, and 5+ years of experience across data management, information systems, quality assurance, and security. Focused on strengthening digital infrastructure, threat detection, and Global Health Security — building secure, evidence-based systems that protect people and data.

email: boyahjoseph@gmail.com github: JosephBoyah location: Paynesville City, Liberia
about

Core Strengths

Where security meets information systems — protecting data across the full lifecycle.

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Threat Detection & Risk Assessment

M.Sc. in Cybersecurity — threat modeling, risk analysis, secure system design, and information security management.

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Data Quality Assurance

Verification, discrepancy reporting, data audits, and corrective action — ensuring integrity at every layer.

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Analysis & Visualization

Excel (pivots, dashboards), Power BI, and structured reporting for evidence-based decisions.

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Capacity Building

Trained 15+ non-technical staff on data entry, reporting, and cybersecurity hygiene.

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Global Health Security

Disease surveillance principles, eIDSR/EWARS/LIMS concepts, and data protection for public health.

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Systems Administration

ICT infrastructure maintenance, network connectivity, user accounts, and backup integrity.

skills

Technical Arsenal

Operating systems, networking, scripting, and the security toolchain.

Operating Systems

Kali Linux Ubuntu Windows Server Windows 10/11 Red Hat (basic) Debian

Networking

TCP/IP DNS DHCP VPNs Firewalls IDS/IPS Wireshark Nmap Subnetting OSI Model

Programming & Scripting

Python Bash PowerShell SQL HTML/CSS JavaScript (basic) C++ (intro)

Security Tools & Tech

Metasploit Burp Suite Wireshark Nessus Nmap Snort (concepts) OSSEC (concepts) Splunk (SIEM concepts) Docker Kubernetes (concepts) Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing

Data & Information Systems

DHIS2 eIDSR EWARS LIMS ODK KoboToolbox Power BI SQL (fundamentals) R / SPSS / Stata (basic)

Cloud & Infra

AWS (EC2/S3 basics) Docker Nginx Traefik Let's Encrypt CI/CD concepts
certifications

Certifications & Credentials

Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Coursera / Google
2024
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Coursera / Google
2026
Monitoring & Evaluation with Data Analysis
Coursera
2026
Introduction to Networking
Cisco Networking Academy
2025
Certificate in Office Professional
Udemy
2020
experience

Professional Experience

5+ years across data management, ICT systems, and information security.

Data Analyst

Think Africa Foundation · Monrovia, Liberia
2020 – 2021
  • Produced data quality reports, analyzed trends, and synthesized findings to support M&E functions and program decision-making.
  • Cleaned and validated data to ensure accuracy and integrity — aligned with data quality assurance (DQA) responsibilities.
  • Supported development of data collection tools and reporting templates.
  • Contributed to evidence-based decision-making in development programs.

IT Assistant

Association of Innovative Youth through Technology · Paynesville, Liberia
2021 – 2022
  • Maintained ICT systems, information management tools, and technology infrastructure.
  • Supported digital inclusion initiatives by ensuring technology access for diverse users.
  • Provided technical support and training to staff and program participants.
  • Assisted in managing databases and system records; contributed to capacity building and digital literacy.

Computer Assistant

Computer Expert Service Center · Paynesville, Liberia
2022 – 2023
  • Maintained computer systems and logs, supporting data entry and reporting workflows.
  • Documented recurring technical issues into structured reports for management.
  • Verified incoming equipment against purchase orders and prepared discrepancy reports.
  • Managed ICT asset inventory, tracked software licenses, and coordinated procurement follow-ups.
  • Ensured data security and backup integrity for administrative records.

Computer Teacher / ICT Support

Life Foundation Academy · Paynesville, Liberia
2023 – 2024
  • Collected, cleaned, and analyzed student performance data; produced termly academic reports and dashboards.
  • Developed data collection tools (Excel templates, tracking sheets) and reporting templates.
  • Trained 15+ non-technical staff on Excel, data entry standards, and reporting.
  • Produced data visualizations for decision-makers; maintained records for audit compliance and data protection.
  • Provided de facto ICT support — user accounts, network connectivity, and technical issue resolution.
education

Education

M.Sc. in Cybersecurity

Marwadi University · Rajkot, India

Completed 2026

Threat detection, risk assessment, secure systems design, information security management, data analysis.

Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

Starz University · Sinkor, Liberia

Dec 2023

Database Management (SQL), Systems Analysis & Design, Information Systems Security, IT project coordination.

High School Diploma

St. Kizito Catholic High School · Paynesville, Liberia

Aug 2017

projects

Featured Security Projects

Hands-on work — built, tested, and deployed.

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Phishing Detection Tool

Web app that analyzes URLs and emails using a rule engine + ML (Logistic Regression) with WHOIS age, SSL validation, and Google Safe Browsing integration.

PythonFlaskMLSecurity
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CVE & Threat Research

Continuous security research — vulnerability analysis, threat modeling, and detection engineering across web, network, and cloud surfaces.

ResearchThreat IntelDetection
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Cybersecurity Lab & Penetration Testing

Hands-on pentest engagements — service fingerprinting, SSL/TLS assessment, DNS/subdomain enumeration, IDOR fuzzing, and structured findings reporting.

PentestingNmapBurp SuiteOWASP
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Data Security & DQA Playbooks

Data quality assurance frameworks with security-first data handling — verification, discrepancy reporting, and protective controls for sensitive records.

DQAData ProtectionReporting
contact

Let's Connect

Open to security, information systems, and Global Health Security opportunities.

📞 Phone

+231 889 885 784

+231 778 225 568

✉️ Email

boyahjoseph@gmail.com

🌍 Languages

English — Fluent (written & verbal)

references
Sunil Bajaja
Head of Department – Cybersecurity · Academic Supervisor
Marwadi University, Rajkot, India
+91 9998993092 (WhatsApp)
Harris Barwu
Faculty – Information Technology · Academic Mentor
Starz University, Sinkor, Liberia
+231 880553306
Rev. James G. Miller
Principal · Supervisor (2023–2024)
Life Foundation Academy, Paynesville, Liberia
+231 777463678