Ghadeer Qashqari

Cyber Security Graduated with a passion for technology seeking opportunities to gain practical experience. Uses strong analytical skills to identify and mitigate security threats. Familiar with industry-standard security tools and technologies. (MSc) student from the University of Birmingham, I also have a BA computer science, My education has provided me with rigorous training in programming skills as well as knowledge about how to protect internal computing systems from attacks. I am also extremely proficient in the use of computer-aided design and modelling software. I take pride in being precise, rigorous, careful, and conscientious in all that I do, Seasoned professional experienced in vulnerability management and security improvement initiatives. Designs and delivers test models and methodologies for enhanced response protocols. Engages wider teams in development solutions for increased network safety.

Administrative Assistant and IT Developer at Kilstone Limited, Birmingham (Jan 2023 - Current)

Developed and managed the company's website from scratch, handling creation, modifications and updates

Oversaw financial operations including expenses, accurate record keeping and organized financial files

Provided comprehensive IT support through activities like computer maintenance, troubleshooting, and implementing necessary security measures

Generated innovative IT solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity

Student Ambassador at University of Birmingham (April 2023 - Current)

Greeted and assisted students on campus through tasks like providing directions and leading campus tours

Managed key enrollment queues such as for student ID and visa collection

Helped run various campus events and services

Relevant Skills

Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity topics including networking security, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, cryptography etc.

Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, C++

Experience using security tools such as Visual Studio, IDA, Wireshark, Oracle SQL, etc.

Skills in web design, algorithm development, and blockchain technologies like Ethereum

Strong leadership, teamwork, data analysis and problem-solving abilities

MSc Cyber Security, University of Birmingham (September 2021 - September 2023)

Covered technical topics such as forensics, malware analysis, penetration testing, network security, cryptography, secure software engineering and mobile security

Conducted explorations of ethical hacking techniques and cybersecurity best practices

Led a team in website database development using SQL and C# programming

Pitched an innovative mobile application concept aiding visually impaired users

Gained proficiency in tools like Microsoft Visual Studio for efficient development workflows

Designed and implemented a blockchain application (DApp) using technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Solidity

Bachelor of Computer Science, Software Engineering (King Abdulaziz University, May 2011 - May 2016)

-developed strong foundation in fields such as software engineering, data structures, operating systems, algorithms, programming languages

Built understanding of technical topics including digital logic design, artificial intelligence, mathematics

Equipped with knowledge on programming, analysis, design processes for computer systems