Email: gkorir@au.ac.ke

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP)

Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA)

Professional Membership

  • Kenya Cybersecurity and Forensic Association (KCSFA)
  • Membership Number: KCSFA/S239M/2025
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Gladys Korir

Tutorial Fellow

School of Science, Technology and Engineering

Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science

Biography

Ms. Korir is an enthusiastic IT professional and trainer. She holds a BSc in computer science from the University of Eldoret, an MSc in IT from Kabarak University, and is currently pursuing her PhD in IT at Rongo University. With over eight years of experience in a corporate environment, she has developed expertise in building and managing information systems and IT infrastructure.

She is passionate about mentoring young people in technology through training, mentorship, and research.

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology, Rongo University, 2025 to date
  • Master of Science in Information Technology, Kabarak University, 2023
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Eldoret, 2015.
  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Kerotet Girls High School, 2010
  • Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Kapkei Primary School, 2010

Publications

  • Korir, G. (2022, October). A Model for Assessing Information Security Preparedness Level in E-Governance in Kenya’s County Governments. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, 7(10), 1780-1785
  • Korir, G., Thiga, M., & Rono, L. (2019, October). Implementing the Tool for Assessing Organization Information Security Preparedness in E-Governance Implementation. East African Scholars Journal of Engineering and Computer Sciences, 2(10), 284-299

Skills

  • Artificial intelligence and Machine learning
  • Information security, Network security and Cybersecurity
  • IT governance
  • Cloud Computing
  • Data Analytics

Classes you teach:

  • Computer Science Courses
  • Information Technology Course