My Career Project

Career Goals

My career path is focused on becoming a cybersecurity professional, specifically aiming to work as a penetration tester or security consultant. To achieve this goal, I plan to pursue a Master's degree in Cybersecurity after completing my current studies. This advanced education will provide me with the theoretical foundation and practical skills necessary to excel in the field of offensive security and security consulting.

The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, and I am committed to staying at the forefront of this dynamic field. My experience in CTF competitions and personal security research has already given me valuable insights into the world of ethical hacking and security assessment. Through further education and professional development, I aim to transform this passion into a successful career in cybersecurity.

Skills Assessment

Current Strengths

• CTF Competition Experience

  • Participated in multiple Cyber Security Challenge BE editions
  • Achieved top 46 placement in 2024 competition
  • Developed skills in cryptography, reverse engineering, and web security
  • Experience in both individual and team-based security challenges

• Technical Problem Solving

  • Successfully solved complex security puzzles in CTF competitions
  • Experience in binary exploitation and network security
  • Ability to work under pressure in competitive environments
  • Strong analytical and debugging skills

• Team Collaboration

  • Worked effectively in team FSOCIETY for CTF competitions
  • Led technical teams in hackathons
  • Experience in coordinating team efforts during security challenges
  • Ability to share knowledge and mentor others

• Project Management

  • Organized LAN gaming events at Ephec
  • Managed team formations and tournament scheduling
  • Experience in handling real-time logistics and problem-solving
  • Demonstrated leadership in team-based projects

Areas for Development

• Advanced Security Certifications

  • Need to obtain OSCP certification
  • Planning to pursue CEH certification
  • Will work on CompTIA Security+ during Master's studies

• Professional Security Tools

  • Need to master industry-standard penetration testing tools
  • Planning to learn advanced malware analysis techniques
  • Will develop expertise in cloud security assessment

• Industry Experience

  • Looking for internship opportunities in security consulting
  • Planning to participate in bug bounty programs
  • Will contribute to open-source security projects

• Specialized Knowledge

  • Need to deepen understanding of advanced exploitation techniques
  • Planning to study cloud security in depth
  • Will focus on mobile application security

Action Plan

1. Complete current studies with focus on security-related courses
2. Apply for Master's program in Cybersecurity
3. Obtain entry-level security certifications
4. Seek internship opportunities in security consulting
5. Build a professional network through conferences and communities
6. Develop a portfolio of security research and projects
7. Gain practical experience through bug bounty programs