Stephen Joseph
Cybersecurity Pro, Security Consultant, Netwk Engr
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About
I’m Stephen Joseph, a seasoned Cybersecurity Professional with 12+ years of experience in IT, helping businesses secure their digital assets before attackers find the cracks.
Technical Director, Elite Comp Tech
I Lead the technical strategy, cybersecurity architecture, and hands-on delivery of Elite Comp Tech’s training and consulting services. Oversees curriculum design, security labs, client implementations, and technical standards, ensuring high-quality, practical, and secure solutions aligned with industry needs.
I specialize in Web Application & API Security, Penetration Testing, Network Defense, Active Directory Deployment and Security with hands-on expertise in tools/platforms like:
Burp Suite, Sophos Firewall, Rapid 7 IVM & IDM, Splunk, Netwrix AD Security, OSINT tools, Wireshark, Solarwinds NTA, NPM, NCM, Cisco Routers & Switches, Mikrotik Routers, Microsoft Azure, NMAP and a host of others.
My approach is proactive, not reactive.
I uncover vulnerabilities, simulate real-world attacks, and implement robust security measures to protect organizations from today’s complex threat landscape.
Beyond technical delivery, I’m passionate about:
- Mentoring young cybersecurity talents
- Contributing to open-source security projects
- Participating in community events like Africa Cyber Fest
Whether I’m testing a RESTful API, securing cloud infrastructure, or guiding a business through threat mitigation, my goal is simple: build trust and resilience in a digital-first world.
🔗 Let’s connect if you’re looking for:
A dedicated cybersecurity consultant
Collaborations on open-source security initiatives
Insightful talks, training, or mentorship in offensive security
Stephen is skilled across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments, offering end-to-end IT support, network troubleshooting, and system optimization.
Currently, He is expanding his automation skills with Python scripting for cybersecurity tasks.
🎥 Beyond cybersecurity, Steve has successfully set up Media & ICT Units for churches and organizations, enabling seamless live streaming, video production, and motion graphics integration. He manages a rich media library, utilize industry-standard design tools, and create impactful visual content for both technical and creative projects.
💼 Let’s Collaborate:
Stephen Joseph is open to consulting engagements, cybersecurity projects, freelancing, technical training, or full-time roles in InfoSec and IT infrastructure.
🌐 GitHub / Twitter / Instagram: @amiablesteve
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Technical Director | Elite Comp Tech | 2021 – Present
- Spearheaded enterprise-level IT security strategies, enhancing the security posture across diverse client environments.
- Architected and deployed secure networks, advanced firewalls, and remote access VPNs, significantly improving client infrastructure security.
- Managed comprehensive cybersecurity assessments, delivered impactful security awareness training, and effectively managed vendor engagements.
- Executed end-to-end vulnerability assessments and penetration testing engagements, identifying and addressing critical security weaknesses.
- Implemented and managed key security controls including Firewall, DLP, SIEM, AD Security, EDR, XDR, Data Encryption, and FIM to protect sensitive data and infrastructure.
- Contributed to achieving compliance readiness for ISO 27001 and NIST standards, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive ethical hacking training and mentorship to students
- Facilitated hands-on labs using industry-standard tools (Nmap, Burp Suite, Wireshark, Metasploit, Sophos Firewall, Cisco Router, ACL, Managed Switch, VLAN, Port Security) to simulate real-world threats, incident response, and mitigation techniques.
- Established LAN/WAN environments, deployed Active Directory and FIM for practical learning experiences
- Managed Windows server, user accounts, and endpoint security solutions.
- Introduced backup automation and improved network uptime
- Established, Maintained and Secured Local Area Network
- Repaired and Maintained Computers, Installed Essential Applications
- Managed Security Surveillance, Built Ingrams Website, Managed her Social Media Accounts
- Successfully deployed infrastructure projects, including internet security solutions and PC maintenance/repairs.
- Provided ongoing IT support, cybersecurity guidance, and software deployment across multiple branches.
- Served as Technical Team Lead, overseeing critical network operations.
- Installed and configured LAN/WAN, Cisco routers, switches, MikroTik routers, and various access points across client environments.
- Identified and resolved network vulnerabilities, significantly enhancing security controls.
- Monitored client networks using Observium, Nagios, and Zabbix
Education
SOPHOS (Learnt Endpoint Detection and Response, Wireless Security, Threat Hunting, Firewall)
NETWRIX (Privilege Access Management and Security Audit)
RAPID 7 (Vulnerability Management and Detection and Response)
McAfee (Data Loss Prevention)
YABA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY (Computer Engineering)
DALEWARES POLYTECHNIC (Computer Network and Security)
