The job that I am looking for is all about experience to learn something from my work, I enjoyed doing these cyber security courses and I feel like putting them in real life going to be much fun and a point towards my goal.
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TAIBUL ISLAM YOUSUF
@taibulislamyousuf
Entry-level cybersecurity professional skilled in SOC detection and incident response.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am an entry-level cybersecurity professional with hands-on SOC lab experience in network traffic analysis, intrusion detection, malware investigation, and incident reporting. I have deployed and configured Snort and Zeek, analyzed PCAPs with Wireshark and Brim, and produced actionable forensic reports highlighting IoCs and mitigation strategies.
I bring practical vulnerability management experience using Qualys VMDR and Nmap, basic scripting with Python and Bash, and familiarity with Linux and Windows security tooling. Transitioning from customer-facing roles, I offer strong problem-solving, teamwork, and high-pressure decision-making honed in operational environments and applied to threat detection and incident response.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
FI
Current
Pizza Chef
Fireaway
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Managed high-pressure kitchen operations, ensured accuracy and safety, and trained new staff to improve performance and compliance. Applied strong attention to detail and rapid decision-making transferable to SOC incident response.
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Current
Entry-level Cybersecurity Analyst
Self-directed
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Built a home SOC lab deploying Snort and Zeek to detect simulated brute force, SQL injection, and malware C2 attacks; produced incident reports with IoCs and recommended mitigations. Investigated 10+ malware PCAPs, reconstructed exfiltration workflows, and authored custom Snort rules to strengthen detection use cases.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GO
Certificate, Cybersecurity
2023 - 2023
Completed the Google Cybersecurity Certificate covering Linux, Python scripting, SQL, and incident handling.
Qualys
Certificate, Vulnerability Management
2023 - 2023
Completed Qualys VMDR certification focused on vulnerability scanning and remediation.
TryHackMe
Non-degree Training, Cybersecurity Training
Completed Snort and Wireshark learning paths and hands-on CTF-style challenges to practice detection and forensics.
Hack The Box
Non-degree Training, Cybersecurity Training
Participated in practical cybersecurity challenges focused on detection, forensics, and incident response.
Availability
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Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
United States
GermanySalary expectations
20k-40k USD
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