Joel Mutiso, Cyber/ Computer Crime Investigator, Trainer & Consultant

Joel Mutiso

Cyber/ Computer Crime Investigator, Trainer & Consultant

Alphax Techbiz

Location
Kenya
Education
Diploma, Computer Electronics Engineering
Experience
19 years, 1 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :19 years, 1 Months

Cyber/ Computer Crime Investigator, Trainer & Consultant at Alphax Techbiz
  • Kenya - Nairobi
  • My current job since November 2015

 Designing, Implementing and Supervising computer crimes laboratory
 Analyzing and Investigating computer system crimes.
 Recovering data from destroyed, damaged and password protected/encrypted files and hidden information.
 Converting recovered files and information into a format that is compatible with a corporation’s needs.
 Gathering digital evidence and computer system information.
 Reconstructing damaged computer systems
 Training law enforcement on computer crime related issues
 Continually develop forensic skills through outside research and training
 Identify and recommend methods for preservation and presentation of computer evidence recovered
 Preparing expert reports on highly complex technical matters.
 Consulting with clients, supervisors, and managers from inside and outside the company

IT Support Specialist at Alphax Techbiz
  • Kenya
  • My current job since November 2012

 Oversee the installation, upgrades, troubleshooting and repairs to hardware, software, and peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.
 Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.
 Set up equipment for clients’ use, performing and ensuring proper installation of hardware, cable, operating systems, and appropriate software.
 Maintain record of computer problems and remedial action taken, and installation activities.
 Read technical manuals and magazines, confer with users, and conduct computer diagnostics to investigate, resolve problems, provide technical assistance/ support and to maintain knowledge of hardware and software.
 Confer with Clients, staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.
 Develop training materials and procedures, and/or train users in the proper use of computer hardware and software and security
 Refer major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service.
 Prepare evaluations of software or hardware, and recommend improvements or upgrades.
 Supervise and coordinate workers and technicians engaged in problem-solving, monitoring, troubleshooting and installing computer equipment and software.
 Modify and customize commercial programs for internal needs.
 Answer clients’ and users' inquiries regarding computer hardware and software operation to resolve problems.
 Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.

IT Support Technician at Swiftnett Cyber Cafe
  • Kenya
  • December 2009 to December 2014

 Offering IT Support to company’s computer users experiencing problems with their computer hardware or software.
 Oversee the troubleshooting, repairing and maintenance of all computer hardware and software
 Installing and/ or updating computer hardware and software for the company and its clients.
 Recommending computer products and/ or equipment to improve company productivity.
 Provided remote support for clients in far locations over the telephone.
 Support the Cyber Security Department in implementing and monitoring security software, installations and upgrades.

IT Support Manager at Wileun Enterprises Limited
  • Kenya
  • April 2005 to December 2012

 To ensure proper computer operations so that end users can accomplish organizational tasks. This includes receiving, prioritizing, documenting and actively resolving end user help requests.
 Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone and work orders.
 Ensuring all relevant end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or issue are well documented.
 Prioritize and schedule problems.
 Record, track, and document the help desk request problem-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken, through to the final resolution.
 Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.
 Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources on the Internet to aid in problem resolution.
 Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.
 Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications.
 Test fixes to ensure problem has been adequately resolved.
 Perform post-resolution follow-ups to help requests.
 Develop help sheets and knowledge base articles for end users.
 Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

Education

Diploma, Computer Electronics Engineering
  • at Graffins College
  • September 2004

–Digital Electronics - Hardware and Software Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Repair, - Hardware and Software Installations - Computer and Network Security - Computer Networks (LAN & WAN)

Diploma, A+
  • at Institute of Advanced Technology
  • May 2004

Install, upgrade, support, secure and troubleshoot Computer hardware and All Windows Operating Systems (XP, 7, Windows 8)

High school or equivalent, High School Certificate
  • at Kithyoko Secondary School
  • November 2000

Education- (KCSE) -

High school or equivalent, Secondary KCSE
  • at Ndalani High School
  • November 1998

. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education- (KCSE) –

Specialties & Skills

IT Technical Support
Technical Service
IT Security
Cyber Security
A+ CERTIFIED
COMPUTER HARDWARE
COMPUTER NETWORKING
COMPUTER SKILLS
DATABASE ADMINISTRATION
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
LANGUAGES
NETWORKING
OFFICE MANAGEMENT

Languages

English
Expert

Training and Certifications

A+ USER SUPPORT PROFFESSIONAL (Training)
Training Institute:
INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
Date Attended:
April 2004
Duration:
160 hours

Hobbies

  • Reading Technical magazines  Theatre and Cultural activities  Music Entertainment (DJ), Traveling
    TRAINED DJ ENTERTAINER