OMAR ALBURIDI
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Cybersecurity graduate with a strong passion for security operations, threat detection, and incident response. Certified in CompTIA Security+ and CySA+, and trained through the CySA+ program with Tuwaiq Academy. Seeking an opportunity in a security-driven organization where I can develop my skills and contribute to strengthening protection and resilience against cyber threats.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Cybersecurity Trainee
Tuwaiq Academy
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
2025.11 - 2026.02
- Completed an intensive CySA+ training program focused on security operations and threat detection.
- Gained practical experience in log analysis, SIEM monitoring, and incident response fundamentals.
- Worked on hands-on labs covering network security, vulnerability management, and threat hunting basics.
- Strengthened analytical skills in identifying and responding to potential security incidents.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
IT & Cybersecurity trainee
SAMI Airbus
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2025.09 - 2025.12
- Provided IT support, troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
- Assisted in managing user access, accounts, and basic IT operations.
- Gained exposure to cybersecurity activities such as compliance checks and documentation.
- Helped track and document technical incidents and improvements.
- Supported coordination between IT and Cyber teams on operational tasks.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Cybersecurity GRC trainee
AtkinsReales
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2025.06 - 2025.07
- Assisted in reviewing cybersecurity policies and internal compliance requirements.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Supported GRC tasks related to risk assessments and control documentation.
- Helped in preparing security reports and organizing evidence for audits.
- Observed and learned how organizations apply NCA frameworks (SAMA, ECC, etc.).
Education
Computer Science 4.43 / 5
King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaSkills
- Log Analysis (SIEM Monitoring)
- Incident Detection & Response Basics
- Network Security & Traffic Analysis (TCP/IP)
- Threat Hunting Fundamentals
- Linux Command Line (Basic Operations)
- Vulnerability Assessment Understanding
- Identity & Access Management (IAM / RBAC)
- SOC Level 1 Procedures & Triage
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ – Certified
- CompTIA CySA+ – Certified
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate – Completed (6-Month Program)
- Artificial Intelligence Workshop – Completed
- Cybersecurity Conference – Riyadh (International Cybersecurity Forum)
- Independent Cybersecurity Training (TryHackMe – SOC & Blue Team)
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Cybersecurity Trainee
Tuwaiq Academy
2025.11 - 2026.02
IT & Cybersecurity trainee
SAMI Airbus
2025.09 - 2025.12
Cybersecurity GRC trainee
AtkinsReales
2025.06 - 2025.07
Computer Science 4.43 / 5
King Saud University