Daanyaal Sohail
Accrington,Lancashire
Summary
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security & Networking graduate (2:1) with practical experience gained through university, personal technical projects and ongoing IT support work experience within a well-established law firm. Experienced in supporting Microsoft Windows environments, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, Cisco networking equipment, VLANs, virtualisation and enterprise networking. Built and managed a secure enterprise cyber security sandbox as part of my final-year project, applying networking, Microsoft technologies and cyber security principles within a realistic business environment. A highly motivated and analytical graduate with excellent problem-solving, communication and customer service skills. Passionate about IT infrastructure, cyber security and Security Operations, and seeking a graduate or junior IT Support, Infrastructure or SOC Analyst role where I can continue developing my technical skills while contributing to a professional IT team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work history
IT Support Work Experience
Kinetic Law
- Assisted the IT team with day-to-day IT support and helpdesk activities.
- Performed password resets and user account management using Active Directory.
- Assisted with Windows installations on desktops and laptops.
- Configured and deployed new desktop and laptop devices for end users.
- Created and managed user accounts within Active Directory.
- Installed and configured software for staff.
- Assisted with troubleshooting hardware, software and connectivity issues.
- Supported basic network cabling and workstation setup.
- Developed strong communication and customer service skills while supporting users in a professional office environment.
- Gained practical experience working within a business environment where confidentiality and data security were essential.
- Alongside University Studies
Logistics Driver
313 Logistics
2025.01 - 2026.07
- Managed daily workloads independently while consistently meeting strict deadlines.
- Demonstrated excellent organisation, reliability and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained accurate documentation and delivered excellent customer service.
Customer Service Champion
Shell Services
2022.08 - 2024.12
- Promoted due to reliability and strong performance.
- Resolved customer queries professionally.
- Maintained accurate records.
- Worked collaboratively within a fast-paced team.
Customer Assistant
Tesco Extra
2020.11 - 2021.06
- Delivered excellent customer service.
- Trained new colleagues.
- Managed stock replenishment.
- Worked efficiently within a busy retail environment.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Cyber Security & Networking
University Centre at Blackburn College
BTEC - Information Technology
Blackburn College
GCSEs - undefined
Accrington Academy
Skills
- Microsoft Technologies
- Windows 10 & Windows 11
- Windows Server
- Active Directory Domain Services
- Group Policy (GPO)
- DNS & DHCP
- User & Group Administration
- Password Management
- Basic Identity & Access Management
- Cyber Security
- SIEM Fundamentals
- Incident Response
- Security Monitoring
- Threat Detection
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Network Segmentation
- Security Best Practice
- Access Control
- Phishing Awareness
- Security Investigation Fundamentals
- Networking & Infrastructure
- Cisco Routers & Switches
- Cisco IOS CLI
- VLAN Configuration
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- IPv4 Addressing & Subnetting
- DHCP & DNS Configuration
- ACL Configuration
- LAN/WAN Fundamentals
- Network Troubleshooting
- Structured Cabling
- Systems Administration
- Windows Administration
- Linux Administration
- VMware
- VirtualBox
- Operating System Deployment
- Virtual Machine Management
- Technical Tools
- Cisco IOS
- Wireshark
- Nmap
- Kali Linux
- Ubuntu Linux
Certification
CompTIA Security+ (In Progress)
Hack the Box Modules
Try HackMe Labs
Cisco Networking Academy – Introduction to Cybersecurity
Cisco Networking Academy – Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path
Cisco Networking Academy – Endpoint Security
Cisco Networking Academy – Network Defence
Cisco Networking Academy – Ethical Hacker
Technical Projects
Enterprise Cyber Security Sandbox (Final Year Project), Designed and implemented a secure enterprise-style cyber security sandbox to simulate a real-world organisational network., Key achievements:, Built a virtual enterprise network using Windows Server, Windows clients and Linux virtual machines., Configured Active Directory Domain Services including users, organisational units and Group Policy., Configured DNS and DHCP services., Designed and implemented multiple VLANs using Cisco routers and switches., Configured inter-VLAN routing and Access Control Lists (ACLs)., Performed vulnerability scanning using Nmap., Analysed network traffic using Wireshark., Simulated phishing, brute-force and reconnaissance attacks within a controlled environment., Investigated simulated security incidents using incident response principles., Applied Microsoft technologies, networking and cyber security concepts within a realistic enterprise environment., Home Lab, Built a virtualised lab using VMware and VirtualBox., Installed Windows Server and Linux virtual machines., Configured Active Directory, DNS and DHCP., Created users, organisational units and Group Policy Objects., Performed vulnerability scanning and packet analysis., Practised Windows administration, networking and cyber security techniques.
Core Competencies
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Problem Solving
- IT Support
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Incident Investigation
- Time Management
- Continuous Learning
Timeline
Logistics Driver
313 Logistics
2025.01 - 2026.07
Customer Service Champion
Shell Services
2022.08 - 2024.12
Customer Assistant
Tesco Extra
2020.11 - 2021.06
GCSEs - undefined
Accrington Academy
BTEC - Information Technology
Blackburn College
IT Support Work Experience
Kinetic Law
BSc (Hons) - Cyber Security & Networking
University Centre at Blackburn College