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Faizan Ahmed

@faizanahmed8

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I'm building SOC-ready threat detection and incident investigation skills through hands-on security labs and projects.

India

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking an entry-level SOC Analyst or Cybersecurity Analyst role where I can apply threat detection, SIEM log review, network analysis, and incident investigation skills in a live 24x7 operations environment.

I've built a Python-based network traffic monitor with Scapy, Wireshark, and Nmap to capture live packets, identify port scans and simulated malware traffic, and map activity to MITRE ATT&CK.

In a PySpark internet-usage analysis project, I processed 50,000+ unstructured log records and ingested structured data into Splunk for indexing, search-based analysis, and threat visualization.

I've also investigated SQL injection, XSS, and authentication-bypass vulnerabilities in a simulated login application using Burp Suite. After demonstrating a live SQL injection exploit, I remediated the PHP backend with parameterized SQL statements and documented secure coding standards.

I'm a Computer Science and Engineering graduate certified in Google Cybersecurity and EC-Council Digital Forensics Essentials, with practical SOC lab experience across Splunk, SIEM alert investigation, Windows event logs, phishing analysis, and incident-response fundamentals.

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SOC Analyst

Faizan Ahmed

Self-directed security operations and network traffic analysis through labs and projects. Practical experience with Nmap, Wireshark, and Burp Suite in simulated SOC environments.

SIEM Splunk Wireshark Nmap Burp suite Cyber Kill Chain Network Analysis Incident Response