Layan ALhonita
Khobar,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Cybersecurity specialist with expertise in reverse engineering, ethical hacking, and digital forensics. Proven ability to manage cybersecurity incidents and ensure compliance with cyber law. Skilled in using tools such as Wireshark, Metasploit, EnCase, Nessus, autopsy, and IDA across various operating systems including Linux, Windows, and Ubuntu. Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, and Assembly. Strong analytical skills combined with effective communication and multidisciplinary teamwork capabilities. Committed to advancing cybersecurity measures and enhancing organisational security posture.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
CTF player
black hat events
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
2024.11 - 2024.11
- Participated in numerous CTF competitions, including Hack The Box, and Capture the Flag (CTF) events.
- Completed CTF challenges focusing on web security, reverse engineering and cryptography
- Continuously improving knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and emerging threats.
- Acquired practical skills in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment
SKILL BUILDER website
Web security project
2024.02 - 2024.04
- Constructed a website from the ground up, utilizing our expertise in software development.
- Maintained a secure environment by preventing unauthorized access and ensuring protection against cyber threats
Program Supervisor
Dima Foundation for Educational and Educational Co
Khobar
2023.02 - 2023.08
- Supervising a program as an inspiring and responsible leader
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
development of keyloggers tool
Programming for Cybersecurity project
2023.04 - 2023.06
- Increased productivity through the implementation of a keylogger tool that captures audio and video during screen recording
- Developed bilingual support for Arabic and English languages
Developing detection of phishing emails using Mach
Programming for Cybersecurity Project
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Implemented measures to enhance our tool's capability for filtering out emails with images that have malicious links.
- Applied natural language processing techniques to identify and filter out emails containing patterns commonly used by attackers.
online candy store
Object-oriented programming project
2022.08 - 2022.10
- Developed and implemented cohesive database systems.
- Implemented measures to safeguard the program and defend against various cyber threats
Education
Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security and Digital - Cybersecurity and digital investigation
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Khobar, Eastern Province 2021/2021 - Select/2025
Skills
- Reverse Engineering
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Cybersecurity Management
- Ethical Hacking
- Digital Forensics
- Cyber Law and Compliance
- Incident Response
- Programming Languages: Python, Java, C, Assembly
- Cybersecurity Tools: Wireshark, Metasploit, EnCase, Nessus, autopsy, IDA
- Operating Systems & Environments: Linux, Windows, Ubuntu
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Strong Communication and Team Collaboration
Volunteering Experience
Head of Halaq Rouh, Al-Nourain Club 2021 - 2025
• Led Halaq Rouh, a Qur’an memorization .
• Organized and supervised sessions to support students in their memorization journey.
• Coordinated with volunteers to ensure effective program delivery.
• Developed leadership, mentorship, and event management skills.
Volunteer, Dima Educational Consulting 2020 - 2025
• Assisted in organizing workshops and educational events.
• Supported the development of awareness and training materials.
• Collaborated with the team to enhance educational and consulting programs.
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
CTF player
black hat events
2024.11 - 2024.11
SKILL BUILDER website
Web security project
2024.02 - 2024.04
development of keyloggers tool
Programming for Cybersecurity project
2023.04 - 2023.06
Program Supervisor
Dima Foundation for Educational and Educational Co
2023.02 - 2023.08
Developing detection of phishing emails using Mach
Programming for Cybersecurity Project
2023.01 - 2023.06
online candy store
Object-oriented programming project
2022.08 - 2022.10
Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security and Digital - Cybersecurity and digital investigation
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
2021/2021 - Select/2025