Fuhad Raheem
Bexleyheath,Kent
Summary
Aspiring Cyber Security professional currently completing a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT. I have hands-on exposure to system hardening, network security fundamentals, and industrial (OT/ICS) security through NCSC-accredited training and personal lab work. I am seeking a Cyber Security apprenticeship where I can develop practical skills, support security operations, and grow within a professional technical environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Retail assistant
Primark
04.2025 - Current
- Balanced part-time employment with full-time studies to showcase reliability and time management skills.
- Facilitated clear communication with customers and colleagues in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated effectively within teams to ensure service standards and operational targets were met.
Education
Extended Diploma - Computing and IT
09.2024 -
GCSEs - General Secondary Education
09.2016 - 08.2022
Skills
- Operating Systems: Windows security configuration, Group Policy basics, Linux command line fundamentals
- Cyber Security Fundamentals: Access control, system hardening, network segmentation, incident response awareness
- Networking: Firewalls, traffic flow, patch management, secure network design principles
- Virtualisation: VirtualBox, virtual machine and network setup
- Framework Awareness: NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), IEC 62443, MITRE ATT&CK
Custom
NCSC-Accredited OT Cyber Security Course – SolutionsPT | 2025
- Completed practical training focused on securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology environments
- Applied IEC 62443, MITRE ATT&CK, and NCSC CAF to assess risks and improve security posture
- Designed OT network architectures using zones and conduits to separate critical systems
- Identified security weaknesses such as default credentials, misconfigurations, and patching gaps
- Secured Windows-based SCADA systems using Group Policy, application controls, and patch management
Cisco – Introduction to Cybersecurity | 2025
- Developed foundational understanding of cyber threats, network defence, encryption, and security principles
- Gained awareness of cyber security roles, standards, and career pathways
- Built and validated a small OT network with emphasis on availability, safety, and risk reduction
Custom
- Building and maintaining a personal cyber security lab using virtual machines
- Attending industry events including RITICS Fest, BSides London and the OT Security Forum
- Continuous self-learning through practical experimentation and research
- Strength training at the gym, demonstrating discipline and consistency
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Retail assistant - Primark
04.2025 - Current
Londonn South East College - Extended Diploma, Computing and IT
09.2024 -
Jeco College - GCSEs, General Secondary Education
09.2016 - 08.2022