President | Sierra Leoneans in Technology (SLinT)
Aminata (Amie) is a dedicated IT and cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of experience supporting technology systems across higher education and enterprise environments. She currently serves as a Security Engineer at AccelerEd, where she helps protect digital infrastructure and promote operational efficiency for academic institutions.
Amie has held technical and leadership roles at several well-known organizations, including DXC Technology, Anthology (formerly Blackboard), and the University of Maryland Global Campus. Her experience spans systems analysis, desktop and cloud support, technical team leadership, and security operations.
She currently serves as the President of Sierra Leoneans in Technology (SLinT), a nonprofit organization committed to advancing technology, innovation, and collaboration among Sierra Leoneans both in the diaspora and at home. Through this role, she advocates for access, mentorship, and empowerment in the tech industry, particularly for underrepresented communities.
Amie is also a managing partner at TpGroup Sierra Leone, where she supports education-focused initiatives, such as TpLEARN, an e-learning platform designed to expand access to digital learning in Sierra Leone and beyond.
She holds an associate’s degree in IT/Networking, a bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, and a master’s degree in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations. Outside of work, Amie enjoys spending time in nature, hiking, biking, playing tennis, and has recently taken up kayaking. She is passionate about lifelong learning, service to others, and building a legacy rooted in impact and inclusion.