Omar Finnerty
Northampton
Summary
A motivated cybersecurity and IT professional with a strong academic background (BSc Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity, predicted First-Class Honours) and hands-on experience in business operations, digital administration, and customer support. Skilled in cyber risk mitigation, cybersecurity legislation compliance, digital forensics, and secure system management. Experienced in using cloud platforms, managing accounting systems, liaising with clients, and solving operational challenges in fast-paced environments. Combining technical proficiency with excellent communication and organisational skills, I am eager to apply my knowledge and real-world experience to support cybersecurity and IT initiatives in a dynamic organisation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Business and Property Manager
Cedrus Property Group
Northampton, United Kingdom
09.2020 - Current
- Liaising with tenants regularly to sort out issues pertaining to i.e., Property damage, Rent
- Advertising and liaising with potential tenants to arrange property viewings
- Managing day-to-day business management task i.e. Logging expenditure, managing accounting software, communicating with suppliers/contractors
- On-call for urgent infrastructure issues requiring quick decision-making and coordination with service providers
- General administration
- Overseeing renovation and investment projects
Administrative assistant
Robins & Co Chartered Accountants
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Manage day-to-day tasks including dealing with post, producing bespoke written correspondence effectively
- Being the first point of call for all customers and aiding them to resolve any issues they encounter
- Liaising with clients and arranging meetings
- Accurately log/input any required data on systems as appropriate
- Dealing with a wide range of customers both face to face, on the phone and via email, ensuring all their requirements are met
- Maintain files and organise paperwork effectively
- Using accounting-based software (Xero and Digita) for various accounting-based tasks
Administrator
Elsevier Group Limited
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Manage day-to-day tasks including dealing with post, producing bespoke written correspondence effectively
- Being the first point of call for all customers and aiding them to resolve any issues they encounter
- Liaising with clients to view properties and secure tenancies
- Accurately log/input any required data on systems as appropriate
- Dealing with a wide range of customers both face to face and on the phone and via email, ensuring all their requirements are met
- Maintain files and organise paperwork effectively
- Performing property inspections Biannually
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity
University of Coventry
Coventry 09.2022 - 07.2025
Digital Technologies HNC – Cyber Security -
MK College Institute of Technology
Milton Keynes, MIK 09.2020 - 09.2021
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma -
Milton Keynes College
Milton Keynes, MIK 09.2018 - 09.2020
Skills
Cybersecurity Fundamentals and Risk Mitigation
Ethical Hacking Techniques
Python (Intermediate)
Xero Cloud Accounting Software
Microsoft Office Suite
Networking Fundamentals and Security
Digital Forensics Fundamentals
Cybersecurity Legislation (eg, GDPR, Computer Misuse Act, Data Protection)
Soft Skills: Legal Compliance Awareness (Cybersecurity Regulation), Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, Excellent Communication and Client Liaison, Team Collaboration and Independent Working, Organising, Prioritising, and Administrative Efficiency
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity
University of Coventry
09.2022 - 07.2025
Digital Technologies HNC – Cyber Security -
MK College Institute of Technology
09.2020 - 09.2021
Business and Property Manager
Cedrus Property Group
09.2020 - Current
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma -
Milton Keynes College
09.2018 - 09.2020
Administrative assistant
Robins & Co Chartered Accountants
04.2018 - 08.2020
Administrator
Elsevier Group Limited
06.2016 - 08.2020