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Alara Joel

@alarajoel

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Aspiring Cybersecurity Engineer with a focus on penetration testing.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role in cybersecurity that fosters growth and innovation.

I am a passionate Cybersecurity Engineer with hands-on experience in penetration testing and a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles. My journey began with a B.Sc in Clinical Physiology, where I developed analytical skills that I now apply in the cybersecurity field. I have honed my skills through internships and personal projects, focusing on Active Directory security, web application vulnerabilities, and network enumeration.

During my internship at Inveteck Global LTD, I instructed students on cybersecurity concepts and participated in simulated penetration tests and CTF competitions. I successfully led a website redesign project that increased user engagement by 40%. I am committed to continuous learning and am currently pursuing certifications to deepen my expertise in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CyberSecurity Engineer

Inveteck Global LTD

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Instructed over 15 students on fundamental cybersecurity concepts and penetration testing techniques, introducing essential tools and methodologies to deepen their practical knowledge and skillset. Participated in simulated penetration testing engagements, digital forensics investigations, and national Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions as part of a 5-person team, collaborating to develop and app

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Digital Forensics CTF Web Design HTML CSS JavaScript WordPress

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Madonna University

B.Sc Clinical Physiology, Clinical Physiology

Activities and societies: Participated in public health campaigns, including a BMI awareness initiative involving 500+ students. Researched and defended the paper: “The Effects of Terminalia catappa on the Male Fertility of Albino Wistar Rats.”

Studied human physiology in both healthy and diseased states. Participated in public health campaigns, including a BMI awareness initiative involving 500+ students. Researched and defended the paper: “The Effects of Terminalia catappa on the Male Fertility of Albino Wistar Rats.”