🎓 Junior at The Ohio State University
B.A. in Information Security | Minor in Economics
🏅 Morrill Scholar | Dean’s List
I’m passionate about bridging cybersecurity, business strategy, and technology innovation.
Currently, I’m building hands-on skills in network defense, threat analysis, and risk management — while exploring how security and data insights drive better business and product decisions.
I’m motivated by curiosity, collaboration, and the belief that secure systems are the foundation of sustainable innovation.
Programming & Scripting: Java, Python, Bash, PowerShell (beginner)
Cybersecurity Tools: Wireshark, Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Splunk, Nessus
Operating Systems: Linux (Ubuntu, Kali), Windows Server
Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, Firewalls, VPNs, Packet Analysis
Security Concepts: Threat Analysis, Incident Response, SIEM Monitoring, Phishing Simulation
Developer Tools: VS Code, Git/GitHub
Languages: English, Somali (Fluent), Arabic (Basic)
🔹 Phishing Email Detection Lab — Simulated phishing attacks, used Splunk for SIEM log analysis, and built detection pipelines.
🔹 Interactive String Processor (Java) — Created a Java-based text analyzer handling input validation and transformation.
🔹 Mystic Number Guess (Java) — Developed a dynamic number-guessing game emphasizing user input validation and logic.
🔹 Kali Linux Labs — Practicing vulnerability scanning, packet analysis, and ethical hacking workflows.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant – The Ohio State University (Jan 2025 – Apr 2025)
Guided students through Java programming concepts, debugging, and problem-solving.
Collaborated with faculty to improve technical course materials and student comprehension.
Security Control Room Operator – Securitas (Oct 2022 – Present)
Monitored SIEM systems and coordinated incident responses to enhance data center security.
Assisted in security event analysis and real-time alarm management.
- Mentor for Minorities in Tech @ OSU — helping students strengthen interview and problem-solving skills.
- Interested in Data Analyst, consulting, cybersecurity operations, and product strategy roles.
- Enjoy learning about global markets, innovation trends, and security design thinking.