Oqtay Ahmadov
@oqtayahmadov
Cybersecurity engineer specializing in red teaming, penetration testing, and security solution deployment.
AzerbaijanWhat I'm looking for
I am a cybersecurity engineer focused on red teaming and web application penetration testing, with hands-on experience deploying and configuring security solutions such as F5 BIG-IP and Radware DefensePro. I have completed internships and full-time work assessing security posture, running CTFs, and performing penetration tests for customer firms.
I have strong technical skills across Linux, Windows and macOS environments, multiple programming languages (Python, C, C++, C#, JavaScript, Kotlin), and security tooling including Nmap, Burp Suite and Metasploit. I have earned multiple certifications (OSCP, CRTO, OSWP, F5-CA) and ranked highly in numerous CTF competitions.
I am collaborative, punctual and communicative, with volunteer experience supporting large events and mentoring students. I look to join teams where I can continue advancing offensive security skills and contribute to robust, production-ready defenses.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Cybersecurity Engineer
R.I.S.K. Company
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Delivered deployment and configuration of security solutions (F5 BIG-IP, Radware DefensePro) and conducted penetration testing and red teaming projects for client firms, starting as an intern and moving to full-time.
Cybersecurity Intern
Digital Umbrella
Jun 2023 - Jun 2023 (0 months)
Worked with system administrators to assess company security posture, perform penetration testing and assist in deployment/configuration of security tools during a summer internship.
Cybersecurity Intern
Caspian Innovation Center
Jun 2022 - Jun 2022 (0 months)
Researched cyber threats and assisted in securing Oracle Cloud databases and Linux systems during a summer cybersecurity internship, contributing to capture-the-flag events and security assessments.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
BSBaku Higher Oil School
Bachelor of Science, Information Security
2020 -
Activities and societies: Internships, penetration testing and red teaming projects, research paper on Pegasus spyware.
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Information Security with hands-on projects in penetration testing and security solution deployment.
European Azerbaijan School
High School Diploma (IB), Cybersecurity
2013 - 2020
Activities and societies: CTF competitions, volunteer activities, and cybersecurity projects.
Completed high school with an IB Diploma focused on cybersecurity foundations and related coursework.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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