Cybersecurity • SOC Operations • Networking

Hi, I'm Omar Yacoub
Building a future in Cybersecurity

Computer Science Engineer specializing in Cybersecurity, with a strong focus on CloudComputing. Skilled in Web Application Penetration Testing and network security. Experienced with AWS services, Linux administration. Passionate about securing infrastructure and developing automation tools for security tasks.

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Alexandria National University (ANU) Computer Science
SOC Track Monitoring, analysis, and incident response
Based in Egypt Arabic and English communication
Omar Yacoub
CC by ISC2 — Passed eJPT — In Progress SOC / IR Path

About Me

I enjoy the intersection of security, systems thinking, and hands-on analysis. My background in engineering supports a disciplined approach to troubleshooting, monitoring, and understanding how technical environments behave.

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Cybersecurity Focus

Trained in SOC workflows, network monitoring, log analysis, SIEM fundamentals, and incident response concepts through structured programs and labs.

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Technical Foundation

Comfortable with networking concepts, Linux environments, basic Python usage, and security tools commonly used for scanning and analysis.

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Engineering Background

Electrical and computer engineering studies with exposure to embedded systems, PLC concepts, and applied technical problem solving.

Experience

Practical roles and team experience that reflect both technical growth and structured engineering work.

Summer Intern
Ezzsteel Factory
Jul 2024
  • Completed practical training in industrial electrical systems and high-voltage power distribution.
  • Worked with PLC-related machine control concepts in a large-scale industrial environment.
Embedded Systems Team Member
Menofia Racing Team (MRT)
Apr 2023 - May 2024
  • Contributed to embedded systems work for an electrical racing vehicle project.
  • Used Arduino-based platforms for data acquisition, control, and core system functions.

Training & Courses

Structured cybersecurity learning across analyst tracks, networking, and security technologies.

Cybersecurity Incident Response Analyst

Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative (DEPI) — Dec 2024 to Present

Focused on monitoring, analysis, and response to real-world incidents through SIEM work, simulations, and team exercises.

Cybersecurity SOC Analyst Diploma

Telecom Egypt — Feb 2024 to Jul 2024

Covered network security, threat detection, incident response, Linux, and Python in security operations contexts.

HCIA-Security Course

National Telecommunication Institute (NTI) — Oct 2024 to Dec 2024

Studied network security principles, threat analysis, protocols, and Huawei security technologies including firewall and IPS concepts.

Cisco Cybersecurity Engineer Course

Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative (DEPI) — Apr 2024 to Oct 2024

Built a stronger base in networking, security monitoring, threat analysis, and incident handling practices.

Skills & Certifications

Core capabilities across networking, SOC operations, tools, and supporting engineering knowledge.

Certifications

CC – Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC2) — Passed eJPT — In Progress

Networking

TCP/IP OSI Model Subnetting Routing & Switching VLANs DNS DHCP

Cybersecurity & SOC

Network Security SIEM Fundamentals Incident Response Log Analysis Threat Hunting Vulnerability Assessment

Tools & Technologies

Wireshark Nmap Metasploit Linux Python Git SQL Splunk

Embedded & Systems

Arduino Embedded Systems PLC Basics Hardware-Software Integration

Projects

Hands-on security projects and lab exercises.

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Network Traffic Analysis Lab

Analyzed PCAP files using Wireshark to identify malicious traffic patterns, suspicious protocols, and potential security incidents.

Wireshark PCAP Analysis Threat Detection
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Home SOC Lab

Built a mini SOC environment using Security Onion for log aggregation, alert generation, and basic incident investigation.

Security Onion SIEM Log Management
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Python Security Scripts

Developed Python scripts for log parsing, port scanning, and basic network utilities to automate security tasks.

Python Automation Socket Programming
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Vulnerability Scanning Lab

Used Nmap and OpenVAS to scan vulnerable VMs, identify open ports, services, and potential CVEs.

Nmap OpenVAS Vulnerability Assessment

Contact

Open to internships, cybersecurity opportunities, and technical collaboration.

Ready for opportunities

This portfolio is prepared as a clean, modern, and animated one-page website that is ready to be uploaded to Netlify, Vercel, or GitHub Pages.

🟢 Available for internships and entry-level positions