Professional Profile
A motivated BSc Software Engineering graduate completing an MSc in Cyber Security at Manchester Metropolitan University. For my MSc project, I developed a machine learning system for digital forensic age and gender classification, building a solid practical foundation in digital forensics and security research. Gained real-world IT experience through a placement at Rochdale Boroughwide Housing, supporting device rollouts and Microsoft 365 environments. A reliable and hardworking professional eager to apply academic knowledge and hands-on skills in a junior cybersecurity or software engineering role.
Work Experience
Security Officer
Apr 2025 – PresentMitie Security, Skelmersdale
- Managed access control, ID card management and incident fire alarm response.
- Handled professional email communications and maintained accurate security logs.
Security Officer
Feb 2020 – Apr 2025SecuriGroup, Manchester
- Maintained site security, monitored CCTV systems and managed access control across multiple sites.
- Conducted regular security patrols and comprehensive risk assessments.
- Managed incident reporting, emergency response procedures and emergency service coordination.
IT Help Desk Support (Placement)
May 2024 – Aug 2024Rochdale Boroughwide Housing
- Supported a full laptop and mobile device refresh rollout across multiple sites.
- Conducted hardware health checks on Teams Meeting Room monitors and printers.
- Resolved Microsoft 365 support tickets and provided user training.
- Managed IT stock inventory, ID card printing and physical security access protocols.
Security Officer
Jun 2018 – Feb 2020Safeguard Security
- Maintained site security, CCTV monitoring, regular patrols and incident reporting.
- Coordinated with emergency services and managed risk assessment documentation.
Warehouse Operative
Jul 2017 – Jun 2018JD Sports Fashion
- Managed inventory, stock organisation and processed orders to meet daily targets.
- Operated warehouse equipment safely in compliance with health and safety procedures.
Shop Owner
2012 – 2015Self-Employed, Khartoum, Sudan
- Managed daily business operations and customer service.
- Handled inventory management and supplier relationships.
- Maintained financial records and processed transactions.
- Developed and implemented business strategies.
Education
MSc Cyber Security
Sep 2025 – Present
Manchester Metropolitan University
Modules: Penetration Testing & IoT Security · Advanced Network Security · Digital Forensics · Cryptography & Applications · Secure Systems Development · Information Security Management
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
Sep 2019 – Jun 2023
Manchester Metropolitan University
Modules: Web Dev (HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL) · RESTful APIs · SQL & Databases · Software Design · Final Year Project: Secure Online Food Ordering System
Software Engineering Bootcamp
Nov 2023 – Mar 2024
HyperionDev
Python · Version Control (Git) · Problem Solving · Software Development Fundamentals