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Motivated SOC Analyst with hands-on experience in SIEM Monitoring, Threat Detection, Incident Response and Cybersecurity Investigations, targeting opportunities to contribute analytical and detection-engineering expertise to a fast-paced Security Operations Center environment.
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Offensive Cyber Security Intern
InLighnX Global Pvt. Ltd. (Inlighn Tech)
Feb 2026 - May 2026
Domain: Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking with Python
Cybersecurity Research Intern – SOC Lab
Teesside University
Aug 2023 - Dec 2023
Monitored and triaged SIEM alerts across Splunk and ELK Stack within a 24/7 virtualised SOC environment, accurately distinguishing legitimate threats from false positives using packet-level and contextual evidence. Developed an enhanced command-and-control (C2) traffic detection methodology utilizing log correlation, GeoIP enrichment, and behavioural analysis, reducing false-positive rates by approximately 30%. Investigated simulated phishing campaigns end-to-end by analysing spoofed domains, malicious payloads, attachment behaviour, redirect chains, and email delivery mechanisms. Classified phishing samples by severity and threat verdict through detailed forensic assessment and IOC validation. Correlated confirmed attack behaviours with MITRE ATT&CK TTPs and Cyber Kill Chain phases to support structured incident analysis and escalation processes. Prepared comprehensive investigation reports containing technical findings, risk impact assessments, escalation recommendations, and remediation countermeasures aligned with SOC operational procedures. Communicated security incidents, threat context, and investigative findings effectively to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Applied ITIL-based Incident, Problem, and Change Management practices to maintain standardized documentation, escalation tracking, and operational governance within SOC workflows.
New Business Operations Associate
Accenture
Apr 2019 - Jun 2022
Reviewed and classified phishing, malicious, and legitimate URLs within internal moderation platforms by applying client-defined security policies and abuse indicators. Supported phishing protection initiatives focused on preventing credential theft, payment fraud, and brand impersonation attacks targeting end users. Performed high-volume case triage and content moderation while ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks and production SLAs. Managed workflow queues and case allocation processes to ensure balanced distribution, operational efficiency, and timely resolution of flagged cases. Maintained near 100% quality compliance through accurate policy-based decision-making and consistent audit-ready documentation practices. Developed strong expertise in alert triage, risk assessment, shift-based operations, and process-driven monitoring workflows transferable to Tier-1 SOC environments.
Education
M.Sc. in Cybersecurity - Teesside University
- 2024 · Afghanistan
B.Sc. Computer Science - Malla Reddy College of Engineering
- 2019 · Afghanistan
Certifications
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
· 2025
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