Fareshta Ahmadi

Skilled multitasker with a superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help the team. Reliable and dedicated team player with a hardworking and resourceful approach. With a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and a passion for staying abreast of the latest threat landscapes, aim to contribute to the development and implementation of robust security measures that safeguard organizational assets.

• Technical Support Fundamentals Google/Coursera
• Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing
• Amazon Web Services
• Bits and Bytes of Networking Google/Coursera

• Assembling Boe-Bot Robot, Led a team in designing and implementing a Boe-Bot robotics project from conception to completion. Programmed robot behaviors including obstacle avoidance, line following, and sensor-based navigation using PBASIC. Integrated various sensors such as infrared (IR) and light sensors for environment perception and data collection. Implemented feedback control systems to optimize robot performance and enhance autonomy. Collaborated with team members to brainstorm ideas, divide tasks, and achieve project objectives. Demonstrated creativity and innovation in problem-solving to overcome challenges during project development.
• Vulnerability Assessment and Exploitation, Conducted comprehensive network scans using Nmap to identify open ports, services, and potential vulnerabilities. Utilized Nessus to perform vulnerability assessments, prioritizing identified risks based on severity and exploitability. Explored potential attack vectors and conducted penetration testing to validate vulnerabilities and assess potential impacts. Collaborated with the cybersecurity team to develop mitigation strategies and remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities. Generated detailed reports outlining findings, recommendations, and remediation steps for stakeholders. Contributed to enhancing organizational cybersecurity posture through proactive vulnerability management practices.
• Firewall and VPN Implantation, Played a pivotal role in the network design and planning process for a business situation involving firewall and virtual private network (VPN) implementation. Collaborated with the network design team to assess the organization's security requirements and design appropriate firewall and VPN solutions. Conducted thorough research and analysis of different firewall technologies and VPN protocols to determine the most suitable options for the organization's needs. Participated in the configuration and deployment of firewall devices, ensuring proper rule sets and policies were implemented to protect the network infrastructure from unauthorized access and malicious threats. Configured and managed VPN connections to establish secure communication channels between remote locations and the organization's main network, enabling secure access to resources. Contributed to the development of documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for firewall and VPN management, facilitating knowledge transfer and ensuring consistency in network security practices.
• Network Security Design, Led the development of a comprehensive network security design focusing on virtual private network (VPN) implementation to enhance data protection and confidentiality. Conducted detailed risk assessment to identify potential threats and attack vectors, including web server attacks and email-based threats, within the organization's network infrastructure. Implemented Communication Security measures such as Data at Rest and Data in Transit encryption protocols to safeguard sensitive information from interception and unauthorized disclosure. Configured encryption mechanisms to secure data both at rest, ensuring data stored on servers and storage devices remained protected from unauthorized access or tampering.
• Ransomware Project, Led a project focused on ransomware analysis and mitigation strategies, acquiring hands-on experience in malware analysis techniques. Implemented virtualization environments using OVA files, enabling safe execution and analysis of ransomware samples. Followed rigorous procedures to execute ransomware samples securely, minimizing the risk of unintended consequences. Configured monitoring tools and logging mechanisms to capture ransomware activity during execution, enhancing understanding of malware behavior. Utilized Docker containers and Dockerfiles to encapsulate ransomware samples and dependencies for controlled execution. Documented files and upload it as a group on YouTube. You can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOAtheURJoI