PROFILE SUMMARY

Qasim Qayyum is a passionate and dedicated Cyber Security professional with strong hands-on experience in penetration testing, digital security tools, malware detection, and security operations. He is currently working with ITSolera as a Web Penetration Tester, where he performs vulnerability assessments, security audits, and practical testing of web applications. He has previously completed multiple internships in Cyber Security at GenWizz RYK, and has teaching experience as a Cyber Security Instructor at Omni Academy Karachi, delivering labs, practical sessions, and beginner-to-intermediate security training. His experience also includes digital marketing, content development, customer services, and student mentoring. Qasim is completing his BS Cyber Security from KFUEIT, where he has been actively involved in clubs, events, technical workshops, and academic activities. His Final Year Project focuses on Bi-Phase Spam and Malicious Email Detection. He continues to build his expertise in penetration testing, threat analysis, web security, networking, and modern AI-powered security approaches.

• Head Co-Curricular, Cyber Security Club, KFUEIT (2023–2024)
• Event Manager, Cyber Security Club, KFUEIT (2022–2023)
• Organized technical events, seminars, exhibitions, and cultural festivals
• Managed team coordination and departmental activities

RESEARCH AREAS / INTERESTS

1. Web Penetration Testing
2. Malware Detection & Email Security
3. Cyber Threat Analysis
4. Networking & Intrusion Detection
5. AI Tools for Cyber Security
6. Digital Forensics

International Certifications

• Microsoft Security, Compliance & Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
• Huawei Tech Essentials

Cisco Networking Academy Courses

• Introduction to Cyber Security
• CEH Basics
• Intro to Modern AI
• Cyber Threat Management
• Endpoint Security
• Network Support & Security
• Networking Basics
• Python Essentials

Other Courses

• Fundamentals of Cyber Security – Coursera
• Networking & Network Security – Coursera
• Manage Security Risk – Coursera
• Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH) – MRGT Institute, Rawalpindi
• Computer Applications & Office Professional – PVTC (2018–2019)
• Short-Hand Course (6 Months)
• Hack The Box & TryHackMe Modules (Completed Multiple Labs)