I am a cybersecurity professional with a strong focus on penetration testing, vulnerability disclosure, and ethical hacking. I have a solid academic foundation and hands-on experience supporting public institutions, bringing a blend of technical expertise, integrity, and a deep commitment to securing digital systems. I am passionate about continuous learning and community engagement, actively participating in cyber security training programs, CTF events, and open collaboration to advance defensive and offensive cyber capabilities.

Hillary Magero

I am a cybersecurity professional with a strong focus on penetration testing, vulnerability disclosure, and ethical hacking. I have a solid academic foundation and hands-on experience supporting public institutions, bringing a blend of technical expertise, integrity, and a deep commitment to securing digital systems. I am passionate about continuous learning and community engagement, actively participating in cyber security training programs, CTF events, and open collaboration to advance defensive and offensive cyber capabilities.

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I am a cybersecurity professional with a strong focus on penetration testing, vulnerability disclosure, and ethical hacking. I have a solid academic foundation and hands-on experience supporting public institutions, bringing a blend of technical expertise, integrity, and a deep commitment to securing digital systems.

I am passionate about continuous learning and community engagement, actively participating in cyber security training programs, CTF events, and open collaboration to advance defensive and offensive cyber capabilities.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Cybersecurity Trainer / Training Program Lead at Parliament of Uganda / National Information Technology Authority (NITA-U) / Uganda Education Sector
January 1, 2023 - November 20, 2025
Co-designed and delivered cybersecurity training programs for secondary schools, universities, and teacher colleges across Kampala and greater Uganda. Led red-team style exercises, supported national CTF events, mentored student teams, and helped design lab environments and training materials to enhance practical defensive and offensive security skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Security at Uganda Technology and Management University
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025

Qualifications

Certified Penetration Testing Specialist
January 1, 2023 - November 20, 2025
Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA)
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025
NASA Recognition for Responsible Vulnerability Disclosure
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Government, Education, Professional Services, Telecommunications