Summary
Work History
Education
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IFRAAH SAMATAR

Auburn

Summary

Passionate and driven cybersecurity graduate with a strong foundation in security operations, risk management, digital forensics, and incident response. Knowledgeable in security controls, threat intelligence, and compliance frameworks. Experienced with widely used cybersecurity tools for investigating threats and assessing vulnerabilities. A proactive problem solver with strong analytical and communication skills.

Work History

Sales Assistant

Strand Bags
12.2020 - Current
  • Provided customer service and assisted with product selection
  • Handled payments and transactions accurately using the cash register
  • Kept the store neat, stocked shelves, and arranged displays
  • Worked with the team to meet sales goals and run special promotions
  • Packed and dispatched online orders efficiently
  • Received stock deliveries, unboxed items, and organized them in the store

CyberSecurity Placement

POTECH
09.2023 - 11.2024
  • Threat hunting
  • Assisted in conducting reverse engineering and data extraction from social media applications for Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
  • Participated in passive reconnaissance exercises, utilizing various tools and techniques to identify vulnerabilities and security gaps
  • Collaborated with the cybersecurity team to analyze and document findings related to exposed admin pages and sensitive data leaks
  • Engaged in hands-on training with tools such as Recon-ng, Shodan, and TheHarvester to enhance skill sets in passive reconnaissance and data analysis
  • Developed reports summarizing research and findings, presenting them to senior team members for further analysis and action

Incident Management Analyst

Centre for Cybersecurity Aid WSU
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assist team in analyzing and responding to cyber security incidents
  • Use tools like Kali Linux and Autopsy for forensic analysis
  • Help develop incident response plans

Education

Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour -

Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW
01.2025

Skills

Kali Linux, Metasploit, Recon-ng, Shodan, Autopsy, Wireshark, Nmap, Nessus

Autopsy, OSINT tools (Hunterio, SecurityTrails, ViewDNS), Security monitoring, Incident response

Wireshark, Nmap, Network security fundamentals

HTML, PHP, CSS, Java, R

Excel , SPSS

Problem-solving, Critical thinking, Attention to detail, Adaptability, Fast learner, Teamwork, Open communication, Strong report writing

References

  • Joanna Prestia – (Strandbags manager)

Contact: 0421 761 111

joanneprestia@hotmail.com


  • Robert Beutel (WSU operations director – Centre for Cybersecurity Aid)

Contact: 0429 853 093

r.beutel@westernsydney.edu.au

Timeline

Incident Management Analyst

Centre for Cybersecurity Aid WSU
02.2024 - 06.2024

CyberSecurity Placement

POTECH
09.2023 - 11.2024

Sales Assistant

Strand Bags
12.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour -

Western Sydney University
IFRAAH SAMATAR