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Abdulla Ibrahem

MSc Cybersecurity BSc Software Engineering Python Digital Forensics Penetration Testing Full-Stack Development IT Support Information Security

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 – Present
Mitie 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 2025
SecuriGroup, 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 2024
Rochdale 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 2020
Safeguard 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 2018
JD 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 – 2015
Self-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