Kyth Kish

Disciplined security and communications specialist with 13+ years in the Kenya Defense Forces, 4+ years leading security operations, and 3 years in telecom sales & merchandising. Expert in electronic warfare, signal operations, threat assessment, and customer-facing sales. Proven ability to command teams of 120+ personnel and secure assets for 50,000+ members. Seeking to apply technical expertise and leadership in a dynamic, challenging environment.

Chief Security Officer - Oasis of Grace Ministries - Nairobi, Kenya

(2020-08)

Chief Security Officer for Christian mission with 20+ satellite churches and 50,000+ members

• Conduct threat assessments for buildings, congregants, and organizational assets
• Command, control, and coordinate all security personnel across the ministry network

Samburu County THURAYA Technical Liaison - Thuraya / Ostertec / IEBC - Samburu County, Kenya

(2022-01 - 2022-12)

Served as technical liaison for THURAYA satellite communications during 2022 Kenya General Elections

Section Commander & Communications In-Charge - Kenya Defense Forces - Kenya

(2007-10 - 2020-08)

Led section of soldiers; managed command and control responsibilities

• Managed Signal Centre and telephone exchange, providing communication for 120+ soldier sub-unit
• Operated frequency jamming equipment, directional finding equipment, and telephone switchboards
• Oversaw communications cell: Radio communications personnel, telephone exchange, and CCTV
• Awarded Linda Nchi Campaign Medal, 15th Battalion, Kenya Army
• Served in AMISOM 1 and multiple military operations
• Completed Harris Communications TOT: 4G Combat Net Radios HF/VHF/UHF
• Para Ground Training & Advanced Water Survival Course

Sales Merchandiser - Celtel Kenya - Kenya

(2004-01 - 2007-12)

• Delivered front-line customer service and resolved client inquiries to drive retention
• Executed product sales, marketing campaigns, and in-store merchandising for telecom products
• Promoted Celtel brand visibility through strategic product placement and promotional activities
• Met and exceeded sales targets through proactive client engagement

Signals - Kenya Army School of Signals (2009-01 - 2013-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Moi Nyeri Complex Secondary School (1999-01 - 2002-12)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - Nyamachaki Primary School (1991-01 - 1998-12)