Patience Mareya-Chidzvondo

Results-driven finance professional transitioning into cybersecurity, leveraging strong analytical skills and risk management expertise to protect digital assets. Adept at identifying vulnerabilities, assessing security risks, and implementing best practices for data protection. Completed industry-recognized training, including the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, and developed hands-on experience in network security, SQL , Linux and incident response. Passionate about cybersecurity and eager to apply financial acumen to threat analysis and security strategies. Seeking an entry-level position where I can contribute to a dynamic security team and grow as a cybersecurity professional.

Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist, USAID - Pretoria Metropolitan Area
March 2020 - Present (5 years 3 months)
Contributed to efficient payment and credit processes through decision analysis and
problem-solving.
Credit Controller, Gfox, Assa Abloy, Bounty Brands - Johannesburg Area, South Africa
September 2015 - July 2019 (3 years 11 months)
Honed skills in risk management and business decision-making.
Billing and Accounting Team Leader, Web Africa - Cape Town Area, South Africa
July 2007 - April 2015 (7 years 10 months)
Led the billing team to enhance financial processes.
IT Helpdesk Support Administrator, World Health Organization - Harare, Zimbabwe
January 2004 - October 2005 (1 year 10 months)
Provided IT support and assistance to staff.

Master of Commerce, MANCOSA - Gauteng
August 2021 - October 2022
Completed
Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management, MANCOSA - Gauteng
August 2020 - October 2021
Completed
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, MANCOSA - Gauteng
January 2016 - July 2019
Completed
Business Analysis Certificate , Faculty Training Institute - South Africa
August 2020 - February 2020
Completed
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, Google
April 2025 - April 2025
ISC2 Candidate, ISC2: Cybersecurity Certifications and Continuing Education
April 2025 - April 2025
CS50's Introduction to Cybersecurity, HarvardX
March 2025 - March 2025
Completed