About

Hello, I’m Radeel Ahmed, a third-year undergraduate student specializing in cybersecurity. My passion lies in the dynamic world of cybersecurity, where I actively engage as a Capture The Flag (CTF) player and contribute to Red Teaming projects. A dedicated cyber enthusiast, I thrive on exploring the intricacies of digital security. Beyond the realm of code and vulnerabilities, I find joy in gaming and football, striking a balance between the virtual and physical worlds. Always eager to learn and adapt, I am committed to honing my skills and making a meaningful impact in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity.

Skills

• Programming Languages: C++, C#, Java, Bash, Python, and Assembly.
• Tools & Frameworks: Packet Tracer, WireShark, Metasploit, Snort, and Nmap.
• Platforms: Linux, Windows, and Cloudflare.
• Blogging: As a hobby, I periodically blog about cybersecurity. You can find my posts on Medium.

Experience

• Cyber Security Analyst at NCCS - National Center Of Cybersecurity in collaboration with Cybericks (June 2024 - september 2024) [Hybrid]

Education

• Bachelor’s in Cyber Security from Air University, Islamabad (2022 - 2026)

Certifications

• Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Associate
• Certified Network Security Practitione (CNSP) By SecOps Group’s
• Network Defence Essentials (NDE) By EC-Council
• Bookme Ambassador

Achievements

• 4th Place at AirTech CTF’24 organized by Air University Islamabad, onsite (2024)
• 5th Place at SofTech CTF’24 organized by Fast University Lahore, onsite (2024)
• 10th Place at Digital Pakistan Cyber Security Hackathon organized by MoITT and IGNITE, onsite in Islamabad (2023)
• 5th Place at CyberQuest CTF’23 organized by Sir Syed CASE Institute of Technology, onsite (2023)

Projects

• Digital Wallet: Developed a C++ based digital wallet with streamlined fund transfer and transaction tracking functionalities.
• GUI Based Network Monitoring System: Designed a GUI Network Monitoring System using C# with user-friendly graphical interfaces for exploring network functionalities.
• Blockchain Implementation: Developed a Java-based blockchain with features like user authentication, transaction tracking, and dynamic coin rate fluctuation. This project was a collaborative effort with Muhammad Munib, Muhammad Abdullah, and Husnain Tahir.
• Bash Chat: The Bash Chat Application is a simple yet effective way to facilitate communication between users on a local network. Leveraging the power of Bash scripting and the networking capabilities of Netcat, this application allows users to chat with each other in a terminal environment.

Additional Experiences

• Red Team at Air University Cyber Security Society (Dec 2023 - Present)
• Member - Cyber Research Club at Air University Cyber Security Society (Feb 2024 - Present)
• Core Member - Management Club at Air University Cyber Security Society (Jan 2023 - June 2023)
• Team - Event Management at Bookme (Jan 2024 - Present)