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John Makhuwira

IT Systems Architect | Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Specialist | Full Stack Developer

Delivering secure, scalable and performance-driven IT systems with strong experience in system administration, financial system support, cybersecurity implementation, and digital innovation.

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Phone

+265 999 000 687

johnmakhuwira@gmail.com

Location

Dedza, Malawi

Available

For Employment, Consulting & Projects

About Me

Who I am, what I do, and the value I bring.

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Date of Birth: February 11, 1992

Gender: Male

Home District: Lilongwe

Location: Dedza, Malawi

Driving License

Category: B
Institution: Chisomo Driving School

With progressive experience in Information Technology, I specialize in system administration, infrastructure management, financial systems support, and cybersecurity implementation. I focus on maintaining reliable operations, improving security posture, and delivering user-centric support while aligning IT services with organizational goals.

Core Focus

System & Network Administration
Cybersecurity & Access Control
Financial System Support & Compliance
Backup, Recovery & Continuity

Extra Strength

Project Planning & Delivery
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
Digital Media Production
Technical Training & Support

Professional Experience

Roles, responsibilities, and impact.

IT Officer (System Administrator)

Dedza Community SACCO — Dedza, Malawi

Sep 2022 – Present

Install, configure, and maintain computers, networks, printers, and scanners across departments
Monitor and optimize financial system performance and security compliance
Provide first-line technical support for hardware, software, and connectivity issues
Manage user accounts, password policies, and access permissions
Implement backup and recovery procedures for business continuity
Plan and deliver IT projects from initiation to deployment
Enforce IT usage and security policies; coordinate vendors and procurement

Computer Teacher

AY School of Computing — Dedza, Malawi

Jun 2019 – Jul 2022

Delivered computing lessons (MS Office, Database, Graphics & Design, Hardware & Software)
Provided technical assistance and troubleshooting support to learners
Used multimedia tools (videos, slideshows, audio) to enhance learning
Tracked learner progress and prepared periodic performance reports

Data Entry Clerk

Plan International Malawi — Lilongwe

Mar 2012 – Feb 2018

Managed data entry for child sponsorship systems and documentation
Maintained high data quality by identifying and correcting errors/inconsistencies
Organized records for efficient retrieval and reporting
Translated sponsored child letters from Chichewa to English

Technical Expertise

Tools and capabilities used to deliver results.

Programming & Development

7 skills

PHP JavaScript Java Kotlin C C# C++

Web & Databases

4 skills

HTML CSS MySQL PostgreSQL

Infrastructure & Security

5 skills

System Administration Network Fundamentals Backup & Recovery IT Policy Compliance Access Control & Security

Creative & Media

8 skills

Adobe Premiere Sony Vegas Cubase FL Studio Adobe Audition Photoshop Corel Draw Canva

Education

Academic background and qualifications.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Pending Graduation)

Exploits University

2025 Class

Diploma in Management Information System

UniAthena

2025

Certificate in Information Technology (Cisco)

Lilongwe Technical College

2011

Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE)

Namitete Secondary School

2010

Certifications & Training

Professional training and continuous development.

Computer Hardware Basics

Cisco Networking Academy

Apr 2023

Introduction to Cybersecurity: Stay Safe Online

The Open University (OpenLearn)

Dec 2023

Project Management Essentials

Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation (DisasterReady)

May 2024

Digital Money

Digital Frontiers Institute

May 2024

CCNA 200-301 Network Fundamentals

Simplilearn

Jul 2025

Virtual Digital Marketing Training

Unicaf University, Malawi

Mar 2025

Cyber Security & Data Protection, Cybercrime, and AI

Unicaf University, Malawi

Feb 2025

My Work in Action

Selected websites and systems I led or built through Trio Tech Digital Solutions and freelance work.

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Kasungu Community Radio Website

Website

A modern radio station website showcasing programs, mission/vision, station updates, and contact information — built for clarity, accessibility, and community engagement.

HTML CSS JavaScript

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DMT Consult Malawi Website

Website

Corporate consulting website with professional branding, service pages, and structured content to present expertise and make enquiries easy for clients.

HTML CSS JavaScript

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Tehillah Inc-Ex & Asset Register System

Finance System

An expanded Tehillah Inc_Ex Management system deployed for Tremac Limited, featuring income/expense tracking plus an integrated asset register for improved asset control and reporting.

PHP MySQL Tailwind CSS HTML JavaScript

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Recruitment Management System

Recruitment System

A recruitment workflow platform built for DMT Consult Malawi to simplify candidate intake, vacancy tracking, shortlisting, interview scheduling, and recruitment reporting — improving transparency and speed.

PHP MySQL Tailwind CSS HTML JavaScript

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Note: To access private system demos, please request a demo using the contact section below.