Alex Kiarie

CPA Cybersecurity enthusiast Context Engineer

AI | Cybersecurity | B.A Economics | CPA

👔 Professional Summary

An Economics graduate, bringing a unique blend of financial acumen and IT expertise. Certified in AWS Cloud Practitioner, CCNA, and Ethical Hacking. Currently transitioning into software development with a focus on web technologies and cybersecurity. Experienced in finance, IT operations, and customer relations, with a passion for building secure, scalable solutions.

🛠️ Technical Skills

  • Cloud IT Ops & Networking: AWS Cloud Practitioner, CCNA
  • Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking, Security Fundamentals, Threat Analysis
  • Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (Learning)
  • Finance & Accounting: CPA (In Progress), Financial Analysis, Internal Audit
  • Tools & Platforms: Git/GitHub, Microsoft Office 365

🎓 Education

Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Technical University of Kenya
Specialized in: Financial Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Information Technology

AWS re/Start Program
Ajira Digital Intensive skills development and job training program preparing learners for careers in cloud computing

📜 Certifications

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💼 Professional Experience

Trade Development Representative – Jamii Telecommunications Ltd (JTL)

*Jul 2023 – Dec 2023 | Nairobi, KE

  • Promoted telecommunications products and services to grow market share
  • Identified customer needs and proposed tailored solutions
  • Built and maintained strong customer relationships
  • Achieved sales targets through strategic customer engagement
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service

Internal Audit Attaché – Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

*Jan 2022 – Mar 2022 | Nairobi, KE

  • Gained hands-on experience in taxation and audit processes
  • Supported internal audit operations and compliance reviews
  • Enhanced understanding of financial controls and regulatory frameworks
  • Assisted in documentation and reporting of audit findings
  • Developed analytical skills through exposure to complex financial systems

🧩 Projects

💻 Personal Portfolio Website

Tech Stack: Jekyll, Minimal Mistakes, HTML/CSS, JavaScript
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My learning journal and project showcase built from scratch. Features custom styling, responsive design, and blog functionality. Built to document my transition from finance to software development.

🔒 Security Projects (Coming Soon)

Currently exploring:

  • Vulnerability assessment labs
  • Web security fundamentals
  • Network security implementations
  • Cloud security best practices

🌐 Web Development Projects (In Progress)

Building practical applications to strengthen my development skills:

  • Interactive web applications
  • Responsive design implementations
  • JavaScript-based projects

📝 Recent Blog Posts

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🎯 What I’m Currently Learning

  • 💻 Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript - Building responsive, interactive websites
  • 🔐 Cybersecurity: Applying security principles in software development
  • ☁️ Cloud Technologies: Expanding AWS knowledge beyond fundamentals
  • 🐍 Python: Scripting and automation
  • 🛠️ DevOps Basics: Git workflows, CI/CD concepts

🤝🏾 Soft Skills

  • Problem Solving – Analytical thinking honed through economics and audit work
  • Self-Learning – Successfully transitioning careers through dedicated self-study
  • Adaptability – Thriving in diverse roles from finance to IT to sales
  • Communication – Effective at explaining complex concepts to non-technical audiences
  • Attention to Detail – Critical skill developed through audit and compliance work
  • Team Collaboration – Experience working in cross-functional teams
  • Customer Relations – Strong interpersonal skills from sales and support roles

📫 Let’s Connect

I’m always interested in connecting with fellow developers, tech enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about the intersection of finance, technology, and security.

Get in touch:

  • 💼 LinkedIn – Let’s connect professionally
  • 🐙 GitHub – Check out my code
  • 🐦 Twitter/X – Follow my tech journey
  • 📍 Location: Nairobi, Kenya

💡 Why Work With Me?

Unique Perspective: My background in economics and finance gives me a different lens for approaching technical problems – I understand both the business logic and the technical implementation.

Proven Learner: Successfully obtained multiple industry certifications while working full-time, demonstrating commitment and ability to master new skills quickly.

Security-Minded: With certifications in cybersecurity and ethical hacking, I build with security considerations from the ground up, not as an afterthought.

Communication Skills: Experience in customer-facing roles means I can translate technical concepts for diverse audiences and collaborate effectively across teams.

This portfolio is continuously updated in collaboration with Claude AI as I learn and build new projects. Check back often to see what I’m working on!

Last updated: January 2026