Casey Adewale
BSc Cyber Security and Networks graduate seeking junior IT systems, network engineering, or cybersecurity role
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A BSc Cyber Security and Networks graduate (2:1) from the University of East London with practical experience in network configuration, cybersecurity testing, threat simulation, and security monitoring. Experienced in designing and troubleshooting virtual network environments using Mininet and Docker, alongside working with Linux systems, packet analysis tools, and foundational scripting. Strong understanding of networking concepts including IP addressing, subnetting, network protocols, and security principles.
Able to analyse technical issues, implement solutions, and collaborate effectively within project teams. Seeking a junior IT systems, network engineering, or cybersecurity role where I can apply my technical skills, continue developing industry expertise, and work towards professional certifications such as Fortinet NSE.
Experience
Computer Science Project Support Officer (Internship) - University of East London
(2025-07 - 2025-09)
- Designed, built, and configured a simulated network environment containing 50+ devices using Mininet and Docker
- Applied networking concepts including IP addressing, subnetting, and network topology design to support cybersecurity experiments
- Conducted cybersecurity threat simulations including ARP spoofing and DDoS attack scenarios to evaluate network vulnerabilities
- Developed and implemented a tcpdump-based monitoring approach to identify suspicious network activity and support mitigation strategies
- Analysed packet-level network traffic to investigate security events and improve understanding of attack behaviour
- Worked collaboratively within a hybrid technical team to troubleshoot issues, document findings, and deliver project objectives
- Applied problem-solving skills to resolve configuration and connectivity challenges during testing phases
Education
BSc - Cyber Security and Networks - University of East London (2021-09 - 2024-05)
Functional Skills - Mathematics Level 1 & 2 - Newham College of Further Education (East Ham Campus) (2018-09 - 2021-06)
GCSE - English Language - Newham College of Further Education (East Ham Campus) (2018-09 - 2021-06)
GCSE - Mathematics - Newham College of Further Education (East Ham Campus) (2018-09 - 2021-06)
Information Technology Level 2 - Software Development - Newham College of Further Education (East Ham Campus) (2018-09 - 2019-07)
Information Technology Level 3 - Application Development - Newham College of Further Education (East Ham Campus) (2018-09 - 2021-06)
