Southridge Consult & iTraining Security & Risk Management

About Southridge

A regional leader in evidence‑based security consulting.

Southridge Consult and iTraining Limited is a regional security consulting firm dedicated to providing evidence-based solutions to evolving security threats. We bring together experts from multiple disciplines to develop practical, ethical and scientifically grounded security strategies for organisations across the region.

In today’s unpredictable world, threats and risks are constantly changing. Our team applies peer‑reviewed research, forensic insights and technical expertise to help clients manage this complexity. We take pride in our integrity and adherence to ethical guidelines, ensuring that every engagement protects both our clients and the communities they serve.

Since its inception, Southridge has earned a stellar reputation for delivering high‑quality work, managing security projects with precision and maintaining strict budget control. Our journey is defined by milestones in risk-based planning, crisis management, cyber security, intelligence analysis and training.

Our values

Principles that guide every engagement.

Our values shape how we design solutions, interact with stakeholders and measure success.

Excellence

We pursue excellence in every project, continuously developing our skills and refining our methodologies to achieve outstanding results for our clients.

Integrity

We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency and the highest ethical standards, from investigations and assessments through to reporting and implementation.

Innovation

In a rapidly evolving threat landscape, we embrace innovation as a driver of resilience, adopting new tools, methods and technologies to stay ahead of emerging risks.

Collaboration

We harness the collective expertise of our in-house professionals and specialist associates to deliver comprehensive and integrated security solutions.

Resilience

Resilience is our guiding principle. We help organisations prepare for, withstand and recover from crises while protecting their core mission and reputation.

Client‑centricity

We prioritise the needs and objectives of our clients, aligning every recommendation to their context, risk appetite and long-term strategy.

Leadership & team

Multidisciplinary experts with proven impact.

Southridge collaborates with and employs highly skilled professionals across security, risk, cyber, forensics and compliance disciplines. Our people are the pillars of the organisation and the face of our brand.

Executive Director

Sam Koskei, BA, CPP, PSP, PCI, Dip Elite Protection, CSMP, F.ISMI

Executive Director and Lead Consultant with over 30 years’ experience in physical and technical security across public and private sectors.

Sam is certified as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP) and Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) by ASIS International. He has led complex security operations for major media organisations, advised on risk management for high-profile events and developed training in safety and security for high‑risk environments.

ICT, Risk & Compliance Lead

Herman Agida, CCNP, CC, CEH, CISA

ICT security specialist with over 14 years of experience in cybersecurity, ICT infrastructure, enterprise risk management and business continuity.

Herman has supported organisations in banking, media and manufacturing to adopt best practice governance, risk and compliance frameworks. He is a lead implementer and auditor for ISO 27001:2022 and related standards, leading projects in cybersecurity, data privacy, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing and awareness training.

Senior Associate & Forensics Specialist

Hannington Oduor Chumba

Dynamic IT specialist with over 15 years of experience in system security and forensic investigation, currently serving as a Senior System Security Analyst.

Hannington is experienced in cybercrime investigations, digital evidence acquisition and analysis, ICT policy formulation and specialised training. His work has been recognised with honours including a Law Enforcement Award from the US Department of Justice (FBI) and Outstanding Team Player accolades from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation Cyber Crime Unit.

Social responsibility

Giving back to the communities we serve.

Southridge believes in contributing to safer, more resilient communities through knowledge-sharing, pro bono work and mentorship.

Our corporate social responsibility initiatives focus on raising security awareness, empowering future professionals and supporting non-profit organisations with expert risk management advice.