Luqkman Khan
Bradford,England
Summary
Final-year BSc Computer Science for Cyber Security at the University of Bradford, expecting graduation with a 2:1 degree classification. Strong interest in cyber security, SOC analysis, threat detection, and incident response. Experienced with Python programming, Linux systems, secure software systems design and development, and behavioural analysis from academic work, such as the creation of ransomware detection systems using a laboratory setting of Kali Linux and Ubuntu systems. Confident communicator with customer-facing and leadership experience, seeking a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst role where I can apply technical knowledge, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills to real-world security challenges.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Customer Team Leader
The Co-operative Group
Bradford, England
05.2026 - Current
- Lead daily store operations, supporting team members in maintaining high standards of customer services within a fast-paced environment.
- Allocate tasks, resolve customer issues, and support operational performance during shifts.
- Comply with company guidelines regarding cash management, security, health and safety, and store compliance.
- Gained skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Customer Team Member
The Co-operative Group
Bradford, England
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Handled high volumes of cash transactions (£1,000), adhering strictly to financial and security procedures.
- Provided outstanding retail customer service, promptly addressing customer requirements.
- Worked effectively with other employees to meet personal goals.
- Ensured accuracy, dependability, and health and safety measures were met.
Teaching Assistant
The Tuition Centre
Bradford, England
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided individual and collective GCSE tutoring, ensuring that all learners grasped the material and delivering important messages.
- Enabled learners to use technology for educational purposes by troubleshooting technical issues.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science for Cyber Security
University of Bradford
Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom 01.2023 - 1 2026
BTEC - IT, Law, Creative Media Production
New College
Bradford 01.2021 - 1 2023
GCSEs - Maths, English and Science
Dixons Kings Academy
Bradford 01.2016 - 1 2021
Skills
Security
- Threat Detection
- Incident Response
- Malware Behaviour Analysis
- Ransomware Detection
- Security Monitoring
- Secure Coding Principles
Operating Systems
- Windows
- Ubuntu Linux
- Kali Linux
Networking
- TCP/IP
- DNS
- SSH
- Network Fundamentals
Programming
- Python
- Java
- SQL
Tools
- GitHub
- VirtualBox
- JUnit
Professional Skills
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ (Currently Studying)
- TryHackme Cyber Security labs.
- SOC analysis and threat detection concepts.
PROJECTS
Behavioural-Based Ransomware Detection System (Final Year Project), Implemented a ransomware detection system using Python within a controlled virtual lab environment that included Kali Linux as the attacker environment and Ubuntu as the defender environment., Simulated real-world ransomware behaviour that included rapid file encryption and unusual file modification., Utilized behavioural analysis to detect ransomware activity based on unusual file system changes., Developed detection logic to identify high-frequency file operations indicative of ransomware activity., Tested the system's effectiveness against various simulated ransomware attack scenarios, highlighting the effectiveness of this approach., Enterprise Pro Project – Web Interface for City of Bradford Metropolitan Council, Designed a secure web-based application for managing and visualising asset information using Spring Boot, Java, MySQL, and Google Maps API., Implemented user authentication and secure information handling according to GDPR guidelines., Improved system performance and user experience by enhancing the frontend using Tailwind CSS., Performed unit testing using JUnit to ensure backend system reliability and minimize system errors., Worked in a team environment using GitHub., Ensured secure data handling and system integrity by applying best practices in backend validation and authentication., Software Design & Testing Project, Developed use case diagrams and UML designs for the OO approach., Implemented solutions using OO programming, focusing on maintenance and reusability., Performed unit testing to ensure accuracy and reliability.
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Customer Team Leader
The Co-operative Group
05.2026 - Current
Customer Team Member
The Co-operative Group
08.2023 - 05.2026
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science for Cyber Security
University of Bradford
01.2023 - 1 2026
Teaching Assistant
The Tuition Centre
08.2022 - 12.2022
BTEC - IT, Law, Creative Media Production
New College
01.2021 - 1 2023
GCSEs - Maths, English and Science
Dixons Kings Academy
01.2016 - 1 2021