Hillary Soita
About Hillary Soita
Hillary Soita is an Information Security Researcher with extensive experience in cyber security, currently working at HackerOne and eKRAAL Innovation Hub in Kenya. He specializes in offensive web and mobile security tactics and has contributed to notable security databases and reported vulnerabilities to major companies.
Work at HackerOne
Hillary Soita has been employed at HackerOne as an Information Security Researcher since 2018. In this role, she focuses on identifying and reporting security vulnerabilities. She has successfully reported vulnerabilities to major companies, including Safaricom, Shopify, AT&T, and IBM, utilizing the HackerOne platform. Her work contributes to enhancing security measures and protecting systems from potential threats.
Current Role at eKRAAL Innovation Hub
Since 2019, Hillary Soita has served as a Cyber Security Analyst at eKRAAL Innovation Hub in Kenya. In this position, she applies her knowledge in information security to analyze and mitigate cyber threats. Her responsibilities include assessing security protocols and implementing strategies to safeguard digital assets.
Previous Experience at Cellulant
Before joining eKRAAL Innovation Hub, Hillary worked as an Information Security Analyst at Cellulant from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure, she focused on maintaining the security of information systems and ensuring compliance with security policies. This role provided her with valuable experience in the field of information security.
Educational Background
Hillary Soita studied at Kenyatta University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science from 2012 to 2016. She furthered her education in Cyber Security at Cybrary, achieving certifications in CompTIA Linux+, Web Application Penetration Testing, Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking, and End User Security Awareness. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of cybersecurity.
Specialization in Cyber Security
Hillary specializes in offensive web and mobile security tactics, focusing on identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities. Her expertise includes contributing to the Google Hacking Database (GHDB) on ExploitDB, where she documents security vulnerabilities. This specialization reflects her commitment to advancing cybersecurity practices and enhancing the security landscape.