Networking
- TCP/IP, Subnetting
- VLANs, Routing Basics
- Network troubleshooting
- Home lab environments
- CCNA (In Progress)
BIT Student • Graduation July 2026
Junior Network Engineer / Cloud & Cybersecurity
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, CCNA in progress, and building hands-on labs in networking, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity. I focus on real projects, clean documentation, and continuous improvement.
Focus
Networking • AWS • Security
Platforms
Windows • macOS • Linux (Kali)
Mindset
Hands-on • Lab-driven • Documented
Speciality
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- CCNA (In Progress — target July)
- Python learning (automation focus)
- Home lab: Pi-hole, AWS VPC labs, Kali labs
I'm building a portfolio that demonstrates industry-ready fundamentals: clean network thinking, secure-by-design habits, and practical cloud skills.
About Me
BIT student graduating July 2026. Building toward a junior role in networking, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
Profile Summary
I'm a motivated Bachelor of Information Technology student with a strong foundation in networking and cloud fundamentals. I enjoy building labs and projects that translate theory into real skills — from AWS VPC design and EC2 deployments to DNS filtering with Pi-hole and security-focused Linux labs.
My goal is to become a Junior Network Engineer and grow into a Cloud & Cybersecurity professional through consistent practice, certifications, and well-documented technical work.
What I'm focusing on (2026)
CCNA fundamentals
AWS VPC + IAM
Network security basics
Linux + CLI confidence
Python automation
Documentation & learning logs
Current stack
- Cloud: AWS (EC2, VPC, IAM, Budgets)
- Security: Kali labs, Pi-hole, concepts
- OS: Windows, macOS, Linux (Kali)
- Tools: GitHub, CLI, Bash basics
Skills
Structured for recruiters — grouped by domain and aligned with junior roles.
Cloud (AWS)
- EC2 deployments
- VPC, Subnets & Endpoints
- IAM Policies & Access Control
- AWS Budgets & monitoring basics
- Cloud fundamentals & architecture
Cybersecurity
- Kali Linux labs
- Network security concepts
- Pi-hole DNS filtering
- Ethical hacking foundations
- System hardening awareness
Operating Systems
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux (Kali)
Programming & Tools
- Python (learning — automation focus)
- GitHub
- Terminal / CLI
- Bash fundamentals
Professional Strengths
- Hands-on lab mindset
- Clear documentation
- Problem solving
- Continuous learning
- Communication (teaching experience)
Projects
Real labs and builds — each project includes problem, tools, build, and skills demonstrated.
Pi-hole Network Security Lab
DNS FilteringBuilt a DNS-based ad-blocking and filtering system using Pi-hole, deployed in a home lab environment to improve privacy and reduce malicious domains.
Problem
Reduce unwanted ads/trackers and improve DNS-level security for home devices.
Tools used
Pi-hole, Linux, CLI, Router/DHCP, DNS concepts
What I built
Configured Pi-hole, set DNS on clients/network, validated filtering across devices.
Skills demonstrated
Linux admin, DNS, networking troubleshooting, security awareness
Air Quality Monitoring System
Air Quality Monitoring System (Capstone)
IoT + CloudBuilt an IoT monitoring system using Raspberry Pi 5 and sensors, uploading environmental data to Firebase for storage and visualization.
Problem
Capture and upload real-time environmental readings for monitoring and analysis.
Tools used
Raspberry Pi 5, Sensors, Python, Firebase
What I built
Sensor integration, data collection pipeline, cloud upload + structure.
Skills demonstrated
IoT, cloud integration, data pipeline thinking, hardware + software integration
AWS Cloud Labs
VPC • IAM • EC2Designed and deployed AWS lab environments covering VPC architecture, public/private subnets, endpoints, IAM policies, and budget monitoring.
Problem
Build practical cloud networking skills aligned with junior cloud/network roles.
Tools used
AWS (EC2, VPC, Endpoints, IAM, Budgets), CLI basics
What I built
VPC designs, subnet routing, endpoint configs, IAM permission boundaries, cost alerts.
Skills demonstrated
Cloud architecture, network segmentation, identity & access control, cost awareness
CI/CD Pipeline
CI/CD Pipeline with GitHub Actions
Docker • Kali • Pi 5Automated deployment pipeline using GitHub Actions, with a Kali Linux–powered Raspberry Pi 5 as the self-hosted runner and Docker as the container runtime.
Problem
Automate builds and deployments to a local server without relying on cloud CI runners.
Tools used
GitHub Actions, Docker, Kali Linux, Raspberry Pi 5
What I built
Self-hosted runner setup, Docker containerisation, automated push-to-deploy workflow.
Skills demonstrated
CI/CD, DevOps fundamentals, containerisation, Linux server admin
In progress — coming soon
Certifications & Qualifications
What I've achieved and what I'm actively working toward.
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Validated foundational cloud knowledge: identity, compute, networking, and billing basics.
Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)
In progress — Graduation: July 2026
CCNA
In progress — Target completion: July 2026
Python for Network Automation
In progress — focusing on scripting, CLI automation, and network workflows.
Experience
Transferable strengths: communication, teaching, and problem solving.
Computer Instructor
- Taught basic computing and IT concepts to students.
- Assisted learners with operating systems, software use, and troubleshooting.
- Strengthened communication, patience, and structured teaching skills.
Contact
Open to junior networking, cloud, and security roles — feel free to reach out.
Let's connect
If you're hiring for junior networking / cloud / security roles, I'd love to connect and share my labs, projects, and documentation.