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NORAZIZAH MAN

@norazizahman

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Aspiring Security Engineer with a strong foundation in cybersecurity.

Ireland

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities in cybersecurity that foster growth and learning in a collaborative environment.

I am an undergraduate IT student at the Professional Academy UCD in Dublin, Ireland, with a strong aspiration to become a Security Engineer. I possess a solid foundational knowledge of network security, threat intelligence, risk management, and vulnerability analysis. My passion for security drives me to continuously learn from experts in the field, and I am eager to leverage my analytical thinking and attention to detail in a cybersecurity context.

With over 8 years of experience in fast-paced, high-pressure environments within the hospitality sector, I have honed my skills in strategic planning, problem-solving, and teamwork. My background as a chef has equipped me with the ability to work collaboratively and efficiently under pressure, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction. I am excited to transition my skills into the cybersecurity realm, where I can contribute to protecting organizations from emerging threats.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Seasonal Chef de Partie

Current

Excel Recruitment

Mar 2025 - Present (3 months)

Responsible for grilling, sauteing, and preparing ala carte menus. Assisted the team with ingredient preparation and freshness.

Grilling Sauteing Ala Carte Menu Teamwork Ingredient Management

Chef de Partie

The White Sand Hotel

Jun 2024 - Feb 2025 (8 months)

Managed the fish, grilling, saute, and oven sections, including Sunday Carvery. Collaborated with other chefs for special events and banqueting for 50-200 guests.

Grilling Sauteing Oven Cooking Collaboration

Chef de Partie

IHG Hotel and Resort

Jul 2023 - May 2024 (10 months)

Oversaw the fish, grilling, saute, pantry, pizza, and pasta sections in the main kitchen. Collaborated with other chefs for special events and banqueting for 100-700 guests.

Grilling Sauteing Pantry Management Pizza Making Pasta Making

Japanese Chef

One World Hotel

Jan 2022 - May 2023 (1 year 4 months)

Managed the Japanese section, including VVIP room service, buffet, and ala carte menus. Responsible for mise-en-place, sauce, soup, and stock preparation.

Buffet Management Ala Carte Sauce Preparation Soup Preparation A La Carte

Business Owner/Personal Chef /Executive Chef

Hornbill Reputation Pte.Ltd

Sep 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 3 months)

Operated as a Business Owner and Executive Chef, preparing Malaysian, Indonesian, Japanese, and Chinese menus. Demonstrated skills in food preparation, high-volume food service, and recipe development.

Cook 1

Kluang Station Sdn Bhd

Jul 2019 - Sep 2020 (1 year 2 months)

Managed the wok, pasta, saute, and soup sections, preparing Western and South East Asian dishes. Contributed to a fine casual restaurant environment.

Wok Cooking Pasta Preparation Sauteing Soup Preparation Western Cuisine South East Asian Cuisine

Commis 1

Dining In The Dark

Aug 2018 - Jun 2019 (10 months)

Worked as Commis 1, focusing on Western, European, and South East Asian menus. Specialized in starter and dessert sections, including mise-en-place, sauces, and stock.

Western Cuisine European Cuisine South East Asian Cuisine Starter Preparation Sauces Stocks

Commis 2

Sushi Kin Sdn.Bhd

Nov 2017 - Jul 2018 (8 months)

Responsible for Japanese cuisine, including sashimi and salmon cutting, and mise-en-place. Prepared various menu items such as frying, tamago, sauces, stock, salad, bento, and chawanmushi.

Sashimi Cutting Salmon Cutting Frying Sauce Preparation Bento Preparation

Commis 1

Bakalaki Greek Tavern

Nov 2016 - Oct 2017 (11 months)

Worked as Commis 1, specializing in Mediterranean food cuisine. Focused on the starter section, including mise-en-place and preparation.

Mediterranean Cuisine Starter Preparation

Office Girl/Sales Retail Assistant /Kitchen Porter

Evertrust Gallant Company

Jan 2014 - Aug 2015 (1 year 7 months)

Performed duties as an Office Girl, Sales Retail Assistant, and Kitchen Porter. Gained experience in diverse roles within a contract setting.

Sales Support Retail Assistance Customer Service

Banquet waitress

Tanahmas Hotel

Feb 2013 - Nov 2013 (9 months)

Served as a Banquet Waitress, following directions from managers and captains for both inside and outside functions. Ensured smooth execution of banquet events.

Customer Service Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UCD Professional Academy

Diploma, Cybersecurity

Currently pursuing a Diploma in Cybersecurity at UCD Professional Academy, focusing on network security, threat intelligence, risk management, and vulnerability analysis. This ongoing program is enhancing foundational knowledge in various cybersecurity domains.

VITaQ in Culinary Arts

Diploma, Culinary Arts

Grade: 3.75 CGPA

Completed a Diploma Executive in Culinary Arts at VITaQ in Culinary Arts, Malaysia, achieving a CGPA of 3.75. This program provided comprehensive training in culinary techniques and arts.