Ahmed El-Raggal Portfolio

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Professional Certifications

AI Model Precision

About

Professional Summary

— the short version of a long hustle.

I'm an Information Security Analyst and IT professional whose foundation is network infrastructure, penetration testing, risk management, and secure application development — built through hands-on remote programs with DEPI, ITI, NTI, Cyberx World, and more. I run vulnerability assessments, stand up Secure SDLC workflows, and design networks that don't go down when you need them. Toss in Python, cryptography, and YOLOv8 on the side, and you get someone who likes digging into how systems actually work — then making them safer. I'm currently looking for a full-time Information Security role where I can put this to work in a real enterprise setting.

Focus

Offensive Security & AI

Education

Bachelor of Technology in IT (Networks)

Borg El Arab Technological University (BATU)
Sep 2022 — Sep 2026 | GPA: 3.23/4.00
Preceded by 2-Year IT Diploma

Engagement

2024 — 2026 Track

Credentials

9 Certifications

Penetration Testing Security Analysis Network Infrastructure AI & IoT Solutions

Skills

Expertise

— my day-to-day toolkit, in numbers I'll back with results.

Cybersecurity & Penetration Testing90%

Network Infrastructure (CCNA)85%

AI & Computer Vision (YOLOv8)80%

Python & Backend (Flask)85%

IoT & Embedded Systems (C++)80%

Web Development (HTML, CSS, JS, PHP)75%

Security & Risk

Vulnerability Assessment Ethical Hacking Secure SDLC Risk Management Threat Modeling SIEM & SOC Cryptography ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS Incident Response

Networking

CCNA VLAN OSPF ACLs HSRP EtherChannel Firewalls IAM

Programming & AI

Python Flask C / C++ Java YOLOv8 LLMs & Prompt Eng Computer Vision

Languages

Languages & Interests

— Arabic at heart, English when the docs require it. And a soft spot for side projects.

Languages

Arabic (Native)100%

English (Fluent)85%

Interests

Open Source Continuous Learning Security Research Teaching & Mentoring

Tech Toolbox

Kali Linux

Nmap

Burp Suite

Wireshark

Metasploit

Wazuh / Splunk

Cisco PT / GNS3

Python

Git & GitHub

AWS

VS Code

Databases

Communication Problem Solving Team Collaboration Leadership Documentation Time Management Mentoring

Experience

Professional Journey

— not a straight line, but every step made me harder to hack.

Information Security Analyst Intern

DEPI — Alexandria, Egypt

06/2025 — 03/2026

Monitored enterprise systems (50+ nodes) using SIEM tools, analyzing logs for security threats.
Carried out vulnerability assessments across 3 network segments, prioritizing remediation by risk.
Documented incident response workflows for 10+ simulated cyber attack vectors.

Cyber Security Trainee

ITI — Port Said, Egypt

05/2025 — 01/2026

Completed intensive 8-month, 4-phase program (CCNA & Cloud).
Mastered penetration testing (eJPT prep) solving 20+ web app security challenges.

Generative AI Trainee

ITI — New Capital, Egypt

05/2025 — 01/2026

Explored Generative AI, LLMs, and prompt engineering across 4+ modules.
Built and deployed 3+ AI-driven applications to automate complex tasks.

Network Security Intern

NTI — Alexandria, Egypt

08/2025 — 09/2025

Established SOC operations: IAM, vulnerability management, incident response.
Resolved 15+ security incidents in advanced simulated environments.

Freelancing Program Trainee

ITIDA — Remote

05/2025 — 09/2025

Won 20+ freelance technical contracts through targeted proposal writing.

Ethical Hacking Intern

Cyberx World — Remote

12/2024 — 02/2025

Performed penetration testing across 5+ simulated enterprise networks.
Recommended 10+ immediate remediation strategies.

Cybersecurity Bootcamps

CyberTalents & EFEGlobal — Remote

10/2024 — 01/2025

Resolved 15+ real-world cybersecurity challenges with incident handling techniques.

Cisco Cybersecurity Engineer Trainee

DEPI — Alexandria, Egypt

03/2024 — 12/2024

Configured Cisco network architectures with advanced switching and routing, managing 5+ access policies.

Artificial Intelligence Intern

NTI — Alexandria, Egypt

10/2024 — 12/2024

Gained hands-on experience in Python, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning.
Built 2+ practical AI solutions using data analysis tools.

AWS Cloud Computing Intern

Manara — Remote

09/2024 — 12/2024

Evaluated AWS service architectures and pricing models for cost-effective cloud strategies.

IT Instructor

Freelance — Remote

03/2024 — 07/2024

Trained 30+ students in Python, Java, and networking fundamentals.

Academics

Education

— studying networks since before I could pronounce "subnet".

Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology

Borg El Arab Technological University (BATU), Alexandria, Egypt

Sep 2022 — Sep 2026 GPA: 3.23/4.00 Computer Networks

Relevant Coursework: Networking Fundamentals, CCNA, CyberOps, Computer Security, IT Infrastructure.

Projects

Featured Projects

— some purely for passion, others built to solve a real problem.

Python, YOLO

Egyptian Currency Recognition System

AI-driven computer vision model using YOLO to identify Egyptian currency in real-time with an offline TTS engine for auditory feedback.

View on GitHub

C++, IoT

Smart Assistive Cane

ESP32 smart stick with ultrasonic sensors, GPS tracking, mobile connectivity, and automated SOS emergency alerts.

Pen-Testing

BuggedCart (Web Security)

Vulnerable web app simulating OWASP Top 10 with a full Secure SDLC workflow: scanning, exploitation, and patching.

View on GitHub

Python, Crypto

Password Analyzer & Secure Storage

Secure authentication backend with Flask implementing SHA-256 hashing and dynamic salting.

View on GitHub

CCNA

Campus Area Network

High-availability enterprise network: VLANs, OSPF, redundant DHCP for 100+ endpoints, ACLs, SSH, HSRP, EtherChannel.

View on GitHub

Real-Time Fire Detection

YOLO-based computer vision model optimized for high-speed video feed analysis and immediate fire alerting.

View on GitHub

IoT

IoT Smart Water Tank

IoT system with precision sensors monitoring water level, volume, purity, and salinity with mobile app control.

Microcontrollers

CNC Laser Cutter

High-precision 90W laser CNC machine for cutting and engraving, converting custom digital shapes into precise movements.

Electronics

Shift Register 4-Bit

Digital electronics system using IC 74194 and 555 timer to manage 4-bit data.

Frontend

Dentist Website (Frontend)

Modern dentist clinic website with online appointment booking, patient testimonials, and a full services showcase.

Backend

Backend Blog Platform

Full blog backend with content management, user authentication, and an integrated comment system.

View on GitHub

Certifications

— proof I'm not just talking about it.

CCNP: Core Networking

CyberOps Associate

Junior Cybersecurity Analyst

DevNet Associate

CCNA

FortiGate 7.4 Operator

HCIA-AI — Huawei

NVIDIA Gen-AI

365 Data Science

Reviews

Recommendations

— honestly, the best part of this page.

"Ahmed is a rare talent in AI and machine learning. His depth of knowledge is exceptional and he is always willing to mentor others. He is an asset to any team."

Mahmoud Farag

AI Trainer & Cybersecurity Expert

"Ahmed demonstrated strong cybersecurity knowledge, excellent problem-solving skills, and a genuine passion for learning. Highly recommended for any cybersecurity team."

Wael Samir

Cisco Certified Instructor (CCSI)

"Highly recommend as SOC analyst based on his knowledge and personal skills."

Amgad Soliman

SOC Analyst T3 & Team Leader

"Ahmed showed excellent engagement, a solid grasp of threat analysis, security operations, and governance. He will contribute positively to any cybersecurity team."

Mohamed EL-Shaby

Cybersecurity Engineer, CEH

"Ahmed has a unique ability to simplify complex topics and present them in an engaging way. He personally helped me a lot in my studies. He has a bright future."

Mohammed Ali Attia

Colleague

"Ahmed demonstrates problem-solving ability, adaptability, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. With his academic excellence and real-world training, he will make a significant impact."

Taha Eltorky

Cyber & Network Security Grad

"One of the best people I dealt with — honest, smart, and fast action. Thanks for the help my brother, you will have a bright future."

Ahmed Alaa Ayad

Founder, Golden Touch

"I worked alongside Ahmed at DEPI. He was always supportive, collaborative, and willing to help. Great teamwork skills, a positive attitude, and a strong willingness to share his knowledge."

Habiba Hesham

Aspiring Cybersecurity Professional

"Ahmed is a dedicated and collaborative teammate with strong skills in network security. His positive attitude and problem-solving mindset made a big difference in our work together."

Mohamed Aborady

Studied together, MUST

"I highly recommend Ahmed El-Raggal. He is a hardworking and talented professional with excellent skills and a strong commitment to achieving outstanding results."

Yusef Nasser

CS Student, Aspiring SOC Analyst

"I highly recommend Ahmed El-Raggal. He is a hardworking and talented professional with excellent skills and a strong commitment to achieving outstanding results. It has always been a pleasure working with him."

Mahmoud Musbah

OT Cybersecurity Engineer @ ControlPoint

"I highly recommend Ahmed El-Raggal. He is a hardworking and talented professional with excellent skills and a strong commitment to achieving outstanding results."

Esraa Salama

Electronics & Comm. Engineering Student

"I had the pleasure of joining the Network Security training with Ahmed. He showed great commitment, curiosity, and a supportive spirit that made the learning experience more engaging. Confident he will have a strong future in networking and cybersecurity."

Amira Hassan

Network Engineer | NOC | CCNA

"I highly recommend Ahmed El-Raggal. He is a hardworking and talented professional with excellent skills and a strong commitment to achieving outstanding results."

Moustafa Mazhar

Penetration Tester @ Instant Software Solutions

"I had the pleasure of working with Ahmed in the same group. He is a dedicated and collaborative teammate with strong skills in Network security. His positive attitude and problem-solving mindset made a big difference in our work together."

Abdulrhman Ragab

Penetration Tester | Ethical Hacker

Antounes Hanna

Co-Founder & IT Infrastructure Engineer

Nada Elzorkany

AI Major @ Nile University

Khaled Amr Zalabia

Offensive Security | Bug Bounty Hunter

"I highly recommend Ahmed. He is a hardworking and talented professional with excellent skills and a strong commitment to achieving outstanding results."

Mariam Hassan

Cyber Security Student

"I highly recommend Ahmed. He is a hardworking and talented professional with excellent skills and a strong commitment to achieving outstanding results. It has always been a pleasure working with him."

Ahmed Atia

Network Security Engineer

"اتمنى لك التوفيق والنجاح الدائم، استمر في الالتزام والتفاني والتميز."

Marwa Hammam

Project Manager | Career Coach

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