Gary Kamoto Mhone

Full-Stack Developer & Cybersecurity Specialist

👋 Also known as Cyb3rK1d • Linux Enthusiast • Mobile Gamer

kamotomhone@gmail.com
+260 973 872 723
Lusaka, Zambia

6+ Years of Experience Building Scalable Web & Mobile Applications

Technical Skills

Development

  • JavaScript (ES6+)
  • ReactJS, NextJS & React Native
  • Elixir & Phoenix Framework
  • Python & Django
  • PHP & Laravel
  • Flutter
  • HTML5 & CSS3

Cybersecurity

  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Scanning
  • Secure Coding Practices
  • Network Security
  • Encryption & Cryptography
  • Security Auditing
  • ISO 27001 & PCI DSS Compliance
  • SIEM & XDR Operations

Infrastructure

  • PostgreSQL & Database Design
  • Kubernetes & DevOps
  • SCADA & PLC Systems
  • Server Management
  • RESTful & GraphQL APIs
  • Network Configuration
  • Firewalls & VPNs
  • Git Version Control

Current Interests & Learning

I'm interested in...

  • Big Data Analytics
  • Large Language Models (LLM)
  • Android & iOS Mobile Development
  • Modern Web Applications

Currently learning...

  • Flutter & Dart
  • Scala Programming
  • Data Science with Python & R
  • ThreeJS with IFC Framework

When I'm not coding...

  • Linux System Administration
  • PUBG Mobile (cyb3rk1d)
  • Call of Duty Mobile
  • Building something awesome!

Professional Journey

March 2024 - Present

Software Developer

TechPay Limited, Lusaka
  • Spearheaded merchant network expansion from 10+ to 100+ registered merchants, boosting daily transaction volumes
  • Engineered systems handling thousands of daily mobile money and card transactions
  • Diversified payment processing across POS terminals, USSD interfaces, and web services
  • Built multi-platform notification system and WhatsApp chatbot for bill payment services
April 2025 - May 2026

Information Security Officer

TechPay Limited, Lusaka
  • Led operationalization of TechPay's cybersecurity function — phased roadmap, SIEM & XDR tooling, and risk assessment workflows
  • Implemented company-wide cybersecurity framework aligned with ISO 27001 and Zambia's Cybersecurity Act No. 3
  • Established policies on incident response, access control, and merchant risk management
  • Performed penetration testing of internal platforms and continuous merchant URL auditing for MCC compliance on MPGS
March 2024 - April 2025

Software Developer

TechMasters Zambia Limited, Lusaka
August 2023 - April 2024

Product Engineer

PremierCredit, Lusaka
  • Translated user needs into technical specifications
  • Designed and developed innovative software solutions
  • Drove product quality and security through rigorous testing
  • Expanded call center operations, increasing efficiency by 120%
June 2022 - April 2024

Software Engineer

PremierCredit, Lusaka
  • Developed Elixir/Phoenix application for SMPP integration with Airtel Zambia SMS
  • Created REST APIs with OAuth authentication protocols
  • Managed databases and server infrastructure for applications
  • Launched web and mobile applications on Play Store and App Store
December 2020 - June 2022

Computer Software Engineer

Probase Limited, Lusaka
June 2020 - December 2020

BPO Executive

TechnoBrains IT Solution Private Limited, Zambia
August 2015 - December 2015

Network Engineer

SoftEdge Consulting Ltd, Lusaka
  • Set up and managed networks for the company and clients, with on-site and online support
March 2015 - April 2015

Intern

iSAT, Lusaka
  • Worked hand in hand with the technical team, gaining experience from qualified network engineers

Mission Badges

CISMP

Information Security Management Practitioner

ISO 27001:2022

Certified Lead Auditor & Lead Implementer

PCI DSS

Certified — Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard

Critical Infrastructure

Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Protection

Innovation Award

Honors & Awards

Education

ALX Africa

Computer Software Engineering
2023 - 2024

Evelyn Hone College

Diploma, Computer Science
2017 - 2019

Space Missions

Live & Active

Multi-Platform Notification System

Real-time transaction notifications via SMS, email, and instant messaging for TechPay Zambia.

Elixir Phoenix SMPP APIs
Live & Active

WhatsApp Bill Payment Chatbot

AI-powered chatbot enabling users to purchase bill payment services via WhatsApp.

Node.js Dialogflow API Integration
Live & Active

Payment Gateway

Payment processing platform accepting mobile money and card payments through POS terminals, USSD, and web checkout — with MPGS card processing, merchant onboarding, and real-time transaction notifications.

Laravel MPGS USSD Mobile Money
Visit Site
Live & Active

Billing Portal

Merchant portal running subscriptions and payments on autopilot — hosted checkout links, recurring billing, real-time reports, and a developer API.

Elixir Phoenix LiveView Subscriptions API
Visit Portal
Live & Active

Todo AI MCP

Local-first todo, summary & review manager with online sync and Claude Code session-history search — published as an npm MCP server with a live web app.

MCP Node.js AI npm
Live App npm
Open Source

Zambia Mobile Networks

Elixir library that identifies which Zambian mobile network (Airtel, MTN, Zamtel) a phone number belongs to. Published on Hex.

Elixir Hex Telecom
Hex Package
Live & Active

CyberLoans Platform

Multi-tenant loan management system with company-scoped dashboards, super-admin control, and JWT-secured REST APIs.

REST APIs JWT Auth Multi-Tenant FinTech
Live App
Live & Active

PropEase

Property management on autopilot — automates the rental cycle for landlords: tenant onboarding, rent collection, maintenance, and short-stay bookings with Airbnb & Booking.com sync.

SaaS Automation Payments Bookings
Visit Site
Mission Complete

Bank Application Security Suite

Security framework for bank applications including OTC, Proxy, NAPSA, and NATSAVE.

Pen Testing WAF Maltego Encryption

Contact Me

Email

kamotomhone@gmail.com

Phone

+260 973 872 723

Location

Lusaka, Zambia

Status

Available for new opportunities

Discord

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