Syed Sami Amir
Computer Engineer
Glasgow
Summary
Security Analyst at Islington Council with strong experience in GDPR compliance, secure data handling, and audit-ready evidence preparation. Proven ability to work closely with law enforcement while maintaining strict confidentiality and data integrity. Technically skilled in JavaScript and React.js, with a solid understanding of security policies and compliance-driven environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Reporting Analyst
Islington Council
04.2025 - Current
- Monitored live and recorded CCTV footage from the council control room in coordination with the Police Control Room, ensuring secure handling of sensitive surveillance data.
- Ensured strict compliance with GDPR and Data Protection Act (DPA) when accessing, processing, and sharing CCTV evidence.
- Prepared and provided CCTV evidence to law enforcement following data minimisation, lawful purpose, and audit-ready reporting procedures.
- Maintained secure documentation, evidence logs, and chain of custody to prevent unauthorised access or data misuse.
- Implemented information security best practices, including controlled access to surveillance systems and restriction of data within authorised premises only.
- Followed secure data retention and disposal procedures, including approved data deletion and shredding of sensitive documents.
- Demonstrated strong awareness of confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad) in daily operations.
Full Stack Developer Intern
ESSPFA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed scalable web applications using React.js, following modern front-end development standards.
- Wrote clean, reusable, and maintainable code in line with industry best practices and coding standards.
- Integrated third-party APIs to enable secure and efficient access to external and cloud-based application data.
- Used version control systems (Git/GitHub) to manage source code, track changes, and support collaborative development.
- Implemented state management solutions to efficiently handle application data flow and component communication.
- Conducted functional and quality testing prior to release, ensuring stable builds before handover to the QA team.
Education
Master of Science - Msc Computer Science
Ravensbourne University London
London 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Process Engineering
NED University
04.2001 -
Skills
Javascript
Certification
ISC2 Certification in Cyber Security( 1 F attempt)
Timeline
ISC2 Certification in Cyber Security( 1 F attempt)
12-2025
ISC2 Certified Cybersecurity from LinkedIn Learning
12-2025
Reporting Analyst
Islington Council
04.2025 - Current
Full Stack Developer Intern
ESSPFA
08.2023 - 08.2024
Master of Science - Msc Computer Science
Ravensbourne University London
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Process Engineering
NED University
04.2001 -
PROJECTS
1) LOG SENTINEL: AI POWERED CYBERSECURITY LOG ANALYST
- Developed an AI-powered log analysis system using Large Language Models (LLMs) to analyse e-commerce application and security logs, supporting threat detection and anomaly identification.
- Applied IDS/IPS-aligned log analysis techniques to identify suspicious patterns, potential intrusions, and policy violations from large-scale log data.
- Enhanced security monitoring and incident awareness by automating log correlation, reducing manual analysis and improving response readiness.
2) CAR RENTAL DAPPLICATION FOR WEB3:
- Decentralized Car Rental Platform: Owners apni cars list karen aur renters directly book karein, smart contracts ke through secure payment.
- User Verification & Trust: Renters verified via DIDs to prevent fake users, aur ratings system se trust maintain ho.
- Payments via ERC-20 Tokens: Booking aur security deposit smart contracts se automatic aur transparent transfer hote hain.
3) FOOD ORDERING APPLICATION USING REACT.JS