Muhammad Faisal Mehboob
@muhammadfaisalmehboo
Aspiring SOC Analyst with hands-on cybersecurity experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and aspiring SOC Analyst with a solid foundation in cybersecurity, having completed internships at ITSOLERA PVT LTD and Shadow Defense. My experience includes installing and configuring security tools such as Suricata IDS and Wazuh, as well as conducting malware analysis in isolated environments. I am passionate about leveraging my technical skills to enhance organizational security.
During my internships, I honed my abilities in monitoring and analyzing security events using tools like Splunk and ELK. I applied the MITRE ATT&CK Framework for threat mapping and mitigation, and documented my findings in professional reports that provided actionable insights. My academic background in Computer Science, combined with my hands-on experience, equips me with the knowledge and skills to contribute effectively to a cybersecurity team.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
SOC Analyst Intern
ITSOLERA PVT LTD
Jan 2025 - Present (8 months)
Installed and configured Suricata IDS on Ubuntu using VMware. Integrated pfSense and Wazuh for real-time log, alert, and network traffic monitoring. Deployed malware in an isolated environment using FlareVM and REMnux; conducted static and dynamic malware analysis.
SOC Analyst Intern
Shadow Defense
Dec 2024 - Present (9 months)
Monitored and analyzed security events via Splunk and ELK. Utilized AlienVault OTX and Recorded Future for threat intelligence. Conducted IOC analysis with MISP, CyberChef, and VirusTotal.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Central Punjab
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2020 - 2024
Completed a comprehensive Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, focusing on core principles and advanced topics. Achieved a GPA of 3.04 out of 4.0, demonstrating strong academic performance.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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