Philopater Shenouda SedkiyJunior Penetration Testing
Profile

Information Technology graduate specialized in Cybersecurity and Technical Training, with a passion for simplifying complex topics and engaging young minds. Participated in delivering training sessions as part of the Digital Egypt Cubs Initiative (DECI), in collaboration with Udacity and Almentor, focusing on programming fundamentals, problem-solving, and digital safety for youth.

I enjoy teaching and mentoring beginners, especially students and teenagers, in fields such as cybersecurity basics, Python programming, and digital literacy. With freelance experience in web security and strong communication skills, I aim to inspire the next generation of tech learners through interactive learning experiences.

Professional Experience

YAT Learning Centers

Instructor - Part time
  • •Delivered training in Design Thinking, facilitating a week-long boot camp to help participants develop creative solutions to technology problems.
    • 02/2024 – 09/2025
  • •Mentored participants in brainstorming innovative ideas and applying practical problem-solving methods.

    • National Telecommunication Institute (NTI)⁠

    Internship Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
  • •Participated in an intensive 288-hour technical program covering web, network, mobile penetration testing, Red Hat Linux, and Windows system hardening.
    • 02/2025 – 05/2025Cairo, Egypt
  • •Gained hands-on experience in tools like Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Wireshark through advanced labs and simulated attack scenarios.
  • •Developed scripts in Python for network packet manipulation and web exploitation automation.
  • •Strengthened knowledge in Windows AD security, Linux administration, and ethical hacking frameworks aligned with international standards.
  • •Trained in project management, soft skills, and business communication to enhance workplace readiness and leadership capabilities.

    • Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative (DEPI)⁠

    Internship Vulnerability Analyst / Penetration Tester
  • •Conducted vulnerability scanning on virtual machines and externally hosted test systems using Nessus and OpenVAS to identify misconfigurations and known vulnerabilities.
    • 04/2024 – 10/2024
  • •Performed authorized web application penetration testing on intentionally vulnerable platforms such as PortSwigger Web Security Academy, TryHackMe, and Hack The Box.
  • •Utilized Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Kali Linux to analyze and exploit vulnerabilities including SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF, authentication flaws, and insecure configurations, with a focus on understanding remediation techniques.
    • Education

    Digilians

    Cybersecurity Specialized Diploma
    12/2025

    The Egyptian E-Learning University - EELU

    Bachelor of Information Technology

    GPA 3.08/​4

    2020 – 2024

    Graduation Project in Electronics E-store A+

    In my graduation project, I was responsible for programming an AI server in Python and establishing an API to connect it with a PHP backend. This integration ensured seamless data exchange between the AI module and the main application, enabling efficient machine-learning functionalities within the project.

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    Courses

    Jr Penetration Tester

    OWASP Top 10 (Web) 2021

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

    Red Hat System Administration I & II

    Web App, Network Penetration Testing

    eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT v1)

    Windows Operating System and Domain Controllers

    Implementation of Computer Network Fundamentals

    Technical Skills
    Web Application Security (OWASP Top 10): Identified and analyzed common web application vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10), including SQL Injection, XSS, SSRF, and LFI/RFI, with a focus on root cause analysis and secure remediation techniques.
    Penetration Testing & Security Assessment: Conducted structured web and network security assessments to identify misconfigurations and exploitable services, leveraging industry-standard tools when appropriate.
    Operating Systems: Administered and configured Linux (Red Hat, Kali) and Windows environments, with experience in user management, services, permissions, and basic system hardening.
    Automation & Scripting: Developed Python, Go and Bash scripts to automate security tasks, streamline reconnaissance processes, and support repeatable testing workflows.
    Network Scanning & Monitoring: Analyzed network traffic to detect abnormal behaviors, insecure protocols, and potential attack vectors, with a strong understanding of TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, and DNS fundamentals.
    Security Reporting & Documentation: Produced clear and structured security assessment reports, including vulnerability descriptions, impact analysis, risk severity, and practical remediation recommendations.
    Research & Threat Analysis: Researched security vulnerabilities and attack techniques using public advisories and threat intelligence sources, and summarized findings into actionable insights.
    Soft Skills
    Self Learning: Quick to learn new tools, frameworks, and emerging threats in the cybersecurity landscape.
    Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to assess complex systems, identify flaws, and propose effective solutions.
    Communication Skills: Able to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
    Teamwork: Experience working in cross-functional teams, leading group projects during internships and bootcamps.
    Time Management: Efficient in handling multiple tasks and deadlines in structured and unstructured environments.
    Research Coordination: Able to organize research tasks, timelines, and collaborate effectively with academic and technical teams.
    Projects

    Developed a Go-based tool for automated URL extraction and filtering, inspired by OrwaGodFather’s VirusTotalX. Enhanced performance, data sources, and automation workflow.

    10/2025 – 11/2025

    Built a high-performance subdomain enumeration tool in Go integrating multiple passive data sources, supporting concurrent discovery and clean output.

    09/2025 – 10/2025
    Languages
    Arabic — Native/Bilingual
    English — Conversational
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    Organisations

    Egyptian Air Scouts Association

    Assistant Group Leader

    • Initiated and organized scouting events and recreational activities for students from 1st to 3rd preparatory grades, ensuring a dynamic and engaging environment.

    05/2019 – present

    • Managed and directed the planning and execution of camp activities, fostering leadership, discipline, and teamwork among participants.

    • Developed and refined skills through interactive workshops and educational sessions, focusing on building organizational and leadership capabilities.

    • Inspired and motivated group members to embrace initiative, independence, and commitment, contributing to a well-structured and enriching scouting experience.

    Philopater Shenouda Sedkiy