Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Core Skills And Qualities
References
Professional Skills
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Balram Rhoud

Edinburgh,Scotland

Summary

I am a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual pursuing my passion for cybersecurity, focusing on protecting sensitive data and mitigating cyber threats. I am a third-year Cyber Security student at Edinburgh Napier University, holding a Higher National Certificate in Cyber Security. I am hardworking, driven, and focused while also being supportive and a strong team player. Broad-minded and outgoing, I am eager to excel in the role of a Cyber Security SOC Analyst. My expertise includes process improvements in cybersecurity, developing Python scripts for job optimisation, private cloud virtualisation, and enhancing physical and network security.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Fruit & Veg Sales Assistant

Morrisons
9 2020 - Current
  • Monitored and managed inventory systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
  • Provided excellent customer service, enhancing user experience and addressing security concerns regarding digital transactions
  • Conducted regular audits and assessments of department procedures to ensure compliance with company policies
  • Built rapport with repeat customers, fostering long-term loyalty to the brand.
  • Communicated orders to vendors, scheduling carriers for pickup if needed.
  • Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.

Taxi Driver

Taxi Driver (Uber)
05.2018 - 09.2020
  • Managed time efficiently, resulting in high-quality service and minimal complaints
  • Maintained the car in clean and sanitary conditions; scheduled minor repairs and service
  • Completed daily paperwork and trip logs
  • Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of the Edinburgh area, planning routes and managing time effectively
  • Focused on safety of passengers and other road users
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Supervisor

Iceland Foods
05.2016 - 05.2018
  • Achieves objectives set by the store manager
  • Manage the store in the absence of the store manager
  • Dealing with large amounts of money
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • Sets, supports, manages, and reviews the performance of all colleagues consistently
  • Always demonstrates the correct role model behaviours treating everyone with respect and dignity
  • Stock control (Accepting deliveries from the depot)
  • Weekly paperwork

Sales Assistant

ASDA WALMART
11.2014 - 05.2016
  • Achieves objectives set by the department manager
  • Manage department on absences of department manager
  • Dealing with large amounts of money
  • Sets, supports and manages colleagues
  • Working at Asda has allowed me to increase my confidence in communicating with customers and colleagues
  • I work to deadlines and improvise on my feet
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.

Education

BEng (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh
01.2023 - Current

HND (BEng) (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh College (Sighthill Campus)
Edinburgh
01.2022 - 04.2023

HNC (BEng)(Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh College (Granton Campus)
Edinburgh
01.2021 - 04.2022

NPA Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh College (Granton Campus)
Edinburgh
01.2020 - 04.2021

Trinity Academy
Edinburgh
01.2008 - 04.2012

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Advanced)

  • Linux (Intermediate)

  • Python (Beginner)

  • Pentesting (Beginner)

  • Database (Beginner)

  • Networking (Intermediate)

Accomplishments

  • Participated in Capture the Flag event (HTB).
  • Led a group project to successfully conduct a security assessment on WPA2, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending remediation measures.
  • Compliance with legal health and safety policies.

Core Skills And Qualities

Proficient in Python scripting for job optimisation., Strong knowledge in Private Cloud Virtualisation., Experienced with physical and networking security improvements., Strong knowledge of Windows Server 2022., Proficient in Office Suite, Windows, and Linux OS., Completed CISCO: CCNA modules 1-3., Completed Palo Alto Firewall: Enterprise Security Management and Deployment., Excellent presentation and organisational skills., Ability to manage stressful situations effectively., Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities., Capable of prioritising tasks to meet deadlines., Experienced in customer service and relationship-building.

References

References are available on request.

Professional Skills

· Excellent presentation and organisational skills.

· Ability to manage stressful situations effectively.

· Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities.

· Capable of prioritising tasks to meet deadlines.

· Experienced in customer service and relationship-building.

Timeline

BEng (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh Napier University
01.2023 - Current

HND (BEng) (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh College (Sighthill Campus)
01.2022 - 04.2023

HNC (BEng)(Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh College (Granton Campus)
01.2021 - 04.2022

NPA Cyber Security and Forensics -

Edinburgh College (Granton Campus)
01.2020 - 04.2021

Taxi Driver

Taxi Driver (Uber)
05.2018 - 09.2020

Supervisor

Iceland Foods
05.2016 - 05.2018

Sales Assistant

ASDA WALMART
11.2014 - 05.2016

Trinity Academy
01.2008 - 04.2012

Fruit & Veg Sales Assistant

Morrisons
9 2020 - Current

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