Cybersecurity Student & IT Security Professional
Passionate about cybersecurity and protecting digital assets. Experienced in IT security, vulnerability assessment, and threat detection with hands-on experience in enterprise security tools.
I'm a dedicated cybersecurity student at the University of South Florida with a passion for protecting digital assets and understanding cyber threats. With hands-on experience in enterprise security tools and vulnerability assessment, I'm committed to building a strong foundation in cybersecurity.
My journey in cybersecurity has been driven by continuous learning and practical application. I believe in staying current with emerging threats and developing hands-on skills through real-world simulations and CTF competitions.
Interned in the top 10 largest school districts in the United States for IT Security, overseeing 200k+ users. Conducted hands-on workshops with enterprise security tools including Carbon Black, Tenable, Gurucul, NodeZero, ExtraHop, and Autopsy. Performed vulnerability scanning and network reconnaissance using Nmap and Kali Linux in controlled lab environments.
Supervised help desk technicians and provided Tier 1 IT support for hardware, software, and network issues. Managed ticketing systems to track incidents and ensure timely resolution of technical requests. Improved user satisfaction by streamlining troubleshooting workflows and reducing response times.
Member
August 2025 - Present
Active member participating in weekly labs on ethical hacking, network defense, and vulnerability testing. Engaged in Capture-the-Flag (CTF) events using real-world attack simulations to develop practical cybersecurity skills.
Vice President
October 2023 - April 2025
Oversaw club operations for 25+ members, delegating tasks, managing events, and mentoring officers. Led weekly technical workshops and CTF training to build hands-on cybersecurity skills. Created structured learning paths from beginner to advanced, boosting member retention and growth.
University of Cambridge
Earned the prestigious Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma, demonstrating exceptional academic achievement and international educational standards.
Florida Bright Futures
Awarded the highest level of Bright Futures scholarship based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership achievements in Florida.
College Board
Recognized for outstanding performance on Advanced Placement exams, demonstrating college-level academic achievement and readiness.
Conducted comprehensive vulnerability scanning and network reconnaissance using Nmap and Kali Linux in controlled lab environments.
Led hands-on workshops with enterprise security tools including Carbon Black, Tenable, Gurucul, NodeZero, ExtraHop, and Autopsy.
Participated in multiple CTF events using real-world attack simulations and ethical hacking techniques.
Vice President of Cybersecurity Club, overseeing operations for 25+ members and leading weekly technical workshops.
ISC2
Issued: 2025
CompTIA
Issued: 2025
CompTIA
Issued: 2025
CompTIA
Issued: 2024
Microsoft
In Progress
TryHackMe
Completed: Pre-Security, Cyber Security 101
omar.h.yousef1@gmail.com
Tampa, FL
University of South Florida