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Faris Karali

Riyadh

Summary

Fresh cybersecurity graduate with a solid grasp of networks and key cybersecurity concepts, including networking protocols, system security, and web application basics. I am eager to use my technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to tackle real-world security challenges in an entry-level role or internship. I am a quick learner, with a strong passion for continuous growth in the cybersecurity field.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

HackerSpace_JU
Amman
08.2023 - Current
  • Organized and led workshops and events on networking, ethical hacking, and cybersecurity for students. Played key roles in CTF challenge design and cybersecurity awareness initiatives, promoting collaboration and learning.

Intern

JODDB
Amman
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Gained practical experience in important cybersecurity areas like penetration testing, digital forensics, cryptography, and web application exploitation. Developed a basic understanding of offensive and defensive security concepts through hands-on labs and real-world situations.

Trainee

Cyber Technical Consulting
Amman
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • I completed the CCNA course at Cyber Technical Consulting Institute that is certified by cisco, where I gained hands-on experience in routing, switching, and configuring network environments. It also helped me develop my independent problem-solving skills, and work effectively as part of a team in a collaborative learning setting.

Education

Bachelor - Cyber Security

University of Jordan
Amman, Jordan
06-2025

High School Diploma -

AL-Khaleej Schools
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08-2021

Skills

  • Network security
  • Routing and switching
  • Project management
  • Strong communication skills
  • Collaborative team player
  • Time management

Projects

Graduation project: Notes.io

  • Built a secure, cloud-native note-taking web app with real-time sync, hierarchical organization, multi-format export, and Google-based multi-factor authentication using Google Cloud

Windows Server authentication

  • Configured Windows Server 2019 with Active Directory, IIS, LDAP, and PHP to implement a login system authenticating users against Active Directory

Secure web app

  • Developed a PHP-based website with strong security measures, including protection against XSS, CSRF, SSRF, brute force, and SQL injection, and integrated Google 2FA for enhanced login security

Timeline

Intern

JODDB
10.2024 - 12.2024

Trainee

Cyber Technical Consulting
01.2024 - 04.2024

Volunteer

HackerSpace_JU
08.2023 - Current

Bachelor - Cyber Security

University of Jordan

High School Diploma -

AL-Khaleej Schools
Faris Karali