Nonhlanhla Sindane

Security Code Review Analyst and Computer Science & Mathematics graduate with experience in software security, static code review, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing. Strong analytical background with the ability to understand complex technical systems, investigate security issues, and communicate technical findings effectively.

Security Code Review Analyst

(2026-03)

• Analyse public vulnerability advisories and associated source code across the npm, Maven, NuGet (.NET), and PyPI ecosystems to identify vulnerable functions, methods, and symbols.
• Investigate vulnerable and patched code using commit history, source code diffs, and call graphs to trace vulnerable execution paths and identify affected code.
• Review security patches to understand how vulnerabilities are remediated and accurately distinguish vulnerable code from patched implementations.
• Curate and validate code-level vulnerability data to support automated vulnerability detection and analysis.

Penetration Tester Intern - MWR Cybersec

(2025-12 - 2025-12)

• Performed web application security assessments to identify vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and misconfigurations.
• Documented and reported findings with evidence, impact analysis, reproduction steps, and remediation recommendations to senior security consultants presenting as clients.
• Consulted with clients by presenting security findings, explaining technical risks in a clear, non-technical manner, and providing actionable guidance to support decision making.

Laboratory Technical Assistant - University of The Witwatersrand

(2023-02 - 2025-11)

• Provided first-line technical support to students and lecturers during laboratory sessions.
• Assisted with desktop and workstation setup, software installation, and system configuration.
• Troubleshot hardware faults, application errors, and operating system issues.
• Supported users with development environment setup and system access problems.
• Ensured smooth operation of lab equipment through routine checks and preventative maintenance.

BSc - Computer Science & Mathematics - University of the Witwatersrand (2022 - 2025)

National Senior Certificate - NSC (2019 - 2021)