Mustafa Ali
Sheffield
Summary
A highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in cybersecurity, software development, and hardware maintenance. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, adept at problem-solving and maintaining calm under pressure. Proficient in telecom and computer hardware repair, with a deep understanding of software architecture, agile methodologies, and mobile application programming for IOS and Android. Skilled in AWS cloud solutions deployment, API integration, and quality assurance protocols. Offers comprehensive knowledge in cybersecurity, including intrusion detection, risk mitigation, and vulnerability assessment. Career goals include advancing in security architecture and enhancing IoT security measures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse operations supervisor
AAGUK
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
11.2024 - Current
- Developed schedules and rosters for staff, ensuring efficient use of manpower resources.
- Trained new staff in warehouse operations for improved productivity.
- Managed relationships with logistics providers for optimal warehousing solutions.
- Facilitated smooth communication between warehouse staff and management teams for better coordination.
- Oversaw the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment to minimise downtime due to malfunctions.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by implementing innovative operational procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to meet customer delivery deadlines promptly.
- Supervised loading and unloading operations, ensuring goods were handled correctly.
Cyber security researcher (bug bounty)
Bugcrowd
, United Kingdom
11.2022 - Current
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion.
- Streamlined data collection processes through tailored survey design and implementation tools.
- Leveraged modern technology platforms for efficient data management and analysis tasks.
- Secured necessary approvals from ethics committees prior to commencing sensitive studies.
- Implemented robust cyber security measures to protect sensitive data from hackers.
- Assisted in development of company's information security policy and procedures.
- Developed new strategies for intrusion detection and prevention.
- Detected breaches in system security, initiating immediate response protocols to mitigate damage.
- Identified potential threats by analysing system logs and reports.
- Simulated sophisticated phishing attacks on company staff to test their level of preparedness against such threats.
- Conducted penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in system security.
- Assessed physical security controls within the organisation's infrastructure, providing recommendations where necessary.
- Enhanced system security, reducing risk of unauthorised access.
Automation maintenance engineer (Internship)
CEVA Distribution Centre
Acton, Ealing
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Installed new machines to increase production capabilities.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in the work area, promoted safe working conditions.
- Troubleshot technical issues to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
- Delivered streamlined workflow for improved system response times.
- Repaired faulty components, reduced machine downtime.
- Collaborated closely with engineering team to optimise automation processes.
- Managed spare parts inventory, minimised waiting time for repairs.
Electronics Diagnostics Engineer
Park Royal Tech
Acton, Ealing
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Trained junior engineers and provided mentorship, enhancing their skill set and knowledge base.
- Resolved complex issues, applying troubleshooting and critical thinking to address numerous technical solutions.
- Conducted research to stay updated on latest industry trends and technologies.
- Designed innovative engineering strategies for improved productivity.
- Liaised with clients, understanding their needs and translating them into technical requirements.
Front of house manager
Sequoia
Clapham Common, Lambeth
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Ensured smooth operation of the restaurant by delegating tasks effectively.
- Managed team rosters to maintain optimal customer service levels.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff for seamless table service during peak hours.
- Streamlined booking system to enhance efficiency and reduce waiting times for customers.
Car mechanic
Shine Motors Ltd
Acton, Ealing
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Collaborated with team members to complete major repairs swiftly.
- Removed damaged parts from vehicles carefully avoiding further damage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
The Open University
Milton Keynes 02.2020 - 09.2024
Skills
- Leadership
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Telecom hardware knowledge
- Computer hardware repairing
- Maintenance repairing
- Repairing industrial equipment
- Repair and replacement knowledge
- Responsive repairs
- Innovative thinking
- Mobile application programming
- Technical documentation writing
- Algorithm optimization
- IOS and Android development
- Software architecture understanding
- Data structure concepts
- Agile methodology adoption
- HTML5 and css3 proficiency
- Linux operating system utilisation
- UI and UX principles
- Knowledge of php
- Quality assurance protocol knowledge
- AWS cloud solutions deployment
- Agile methods
- API integrating
- Testing
- Design
- Coding
- Continuity planning mastery
- Intrusion detection aptitude
- Providing cybersecurity training
- Risk mitigation techniques
- SIEM tools proficiency
- Database and infrastructure hardening
- SQL and database management
- Cryptography understanding
- Risk assessment proficiency
- IoTsecurity
- Authentication methods expertise
- Vulnerability assessment competencies
- Real-Time system monitoring
- Encryption technology utilisation
- System hardening procedures
- Network protocols knowledge
- Malware analysis and reversing
- Penetration testing experience
- Participating in security audits
- Web application security
- Cyber threat perception
- Maintaining secure systems documentation
- Compliance monitoring proficiency
- Security architecture comprehension
Affiliations
- Logic Boards microsoldering
- Ethical Hacking
- Aviation
- Reading
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse operations supervisor
AAGUK
11.2024 - Current
Cyber security researcher (bug bounty)
Bugcrowd
11.2022 - Current
Automation maintenance engineer (Internship)
CEVA Distribution Centre
07.2022 - 09.2022
Electronics Diagnostics Engineer
Park Royal Tech
07.2020 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
The Open University
02.2020 - 09.2024
Front of house manager
Sequoia
02.2018 - 06.2020
Car mechanic
Shine Motors Ltd
03.2016 - 11.2017
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