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Yo, I’m Brian Kimathi, a cybersecurity and IT systems enthusiast from Kenya, passionate about building secure digital environments and improving the world through technology.
With over 6 years of hands-on experience in system administration, cybersecurity operations, integrations, mobile money systems and more, I’ve worked on everything from securing backend infrastructures to helping companies respond to real-world cyber threats. My journey has taken me through diverse roles—system administrator at East African Data Handlers, privacy analyst at Techno Brain, senior systems analyst at Bowmans Law and tens of consulting roles..
Along the way, I’ve consulted on projects across the banking, telco, and social impact sectors. I enjoy getting my hands dirty with SecOps tools, system analysis, and threat response frameworks, but what drives me most is helping others understand and embrace the power of secure technology.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Security and Forensics, certifications in networking and cybersecurity, and I’m currently exploring global opportunities in cybersecurity and infrastructure.
This blog is my little corner of the internet where I share security tips and tools, deep dives into IT systems and processes, stories from real-world projects, and mentorship advice for young professionals in tech.
If you're into tech, security, or figuring out this digital world you’ll feel right at home here.
Let’s connect, learn, and grow together.
Why Hiding Cloud Resources Increases Your Security Risks
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Obscuring cloud resources creates dangerous blind spots rather than security. Learn why visibility with proper controls outperforms secrecy every time.
Compliance Alone Leaves You Vulnerable to Attack
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Passing compliance audits doesn't prevent breaches. Learn why attackers target compliant organizations and how to build real security beyond checklists.
Your Vulnerability Management Is Broken Because of CVSS Blind Spots
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Overreliance on CVSS scores creates vulnerability management blind spots that expose organizations to real risks. Learn how to prioritize based on business context and actual threats instead of arbitrary scores.
Why Perfect Security Is an Illusion and What to Do Instead
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Chasing 100% vulnerability elimination creates false security. True protection comes from prioritizing business critical risks, implementing compensating controls, and building incident response resilience.
When Security Automation Creates Dangerous Blind Spots
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Over reliance on security automation creates dangerous blind spots. Learn why human oversight remains irreplaceable and practical steps to balance both.
Why Over Trusting Cybersecurity AI Weakens Your Defenses
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Over-reliance on AI tools degrades human security skills while creating new vulnerabilities, requiring balanced collaboration between analysts and technology.
When More Security Tools Create More Risk
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Adding security tools often increases risk through complexity. Learn how consolidation and staff training create stronger defenses than endless tool accumulation.
Firewalls Create Dangerous False Security and What to Do Instead
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Firewalls create dangerous security illusions by focusing exclusively on perimeter defense while attackers exploit internal network vulnerabilities through lateral movement after inevitable breaches occur.
Why Perfect Security Is a Dangerous Illusion
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Financial security teams waste resources chasing breach prevention when resilience and rapid recovery deliver better protection. Learn practical steps to shift focus from impossible perfection to manageable containment.
The Overlooked Vulnerability in Modern Cybersecurity
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Security breaches often stem from communication failures rather than technical flaws. Building shared understanding between teams creates stronger protection than any firewall alone.
Why Passwords Alone Fail Us
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Passwords alone cannot protect our digital lives anymore. Discover why password managers and two-factor authentication are non-negotiable tools for true security.
The Quiet Strength of Cyber Resilience
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Building cyber resilience involves layered strategies like multi factor authentication, reliable backups, and incident planning - practical steps any organization can implement immediately.