I'm a Pakistan-based IT Support & Jr. Network Engineer
CEH certified with hands-on experience in enterprise network design, penetration testing, and cloud infrastructure. Building secure, reliable IT systems.
Designing and simulating enterprise network topologies with Cisco Packet Tracer and GNS3. Skilled in VLANs, OSPF, STP, ACLs, and subnetting.
CEH certified. Conducting penetration testing with Kali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, and Burp Suite. Identifying and analyzing security vulnerabilities.
Azure fundamentals (self-study via Microsoft Learn). Linux and Windows administration. Virtualization with VirtualBox. PowerShell and Bash automation.
Hi, I'm Afaq — an IT Support specialist and Jr. Network Engineer from Rawalpindi, Pakistan. I'm currently studying BS Information Technology at University of Gujrat (2022–2026) and I've been building real lab environments to sharpen my networking and cybersecurity skills. I hold a CEH certification from Corvit Systems and Cisco Networking Basics from Cisco Academy.
Seeking a junior IT support, network engineer, or SOC analyst role where I can apply my CEH certification, Cisco networking labs, and hands-on cybersecurity experience to protect and optimize IT infrastructure.
I learn by building real lab environments and documenting everything. Every project I create is backed by hands-on practice — from enterprise network simulations in Packet Tracer to penetration testing labs in Kali Linux. I believe in learning by doing, and I keep all my work on GitHub for transparency and accountability.
Real-world internships and practical work in networking and IT support.
10-week internship managing and designing enterprise network topologies. Configured Cisco routers and switches, performed ping verification across multi-device environments, and documented weekly progress reports. Worked with GNS3 and Cisco Packet Tracer for network simulation and troubleshooting.
Built and documented 5+ enterprise network simulations in Cisco Packet Tracer (bank, hotel, campus, enterprise, SOHO topologies). Conducted penetration testing exercises in Kali Linux using Nmap, Wireshark, and Burp Suite. Created structured cloud and networking learning journal on GitHub.
Relevant coursework: Computer Networks, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Operating Systems, Database Management. Member of networking and cybersecurity study groups. Maintaining strong academic performance while building practical lab projects.
Core competencies built through coursework, certifications, and hands-on lab practice.
Technologies and platforms I work with daily.
Real lab work and builds — all backed up on GitHub.
5 enterprise-scale network simulations featuring DHCP, VLAN segmentation, OSPF routing, STP redundancy, and ACLs across bank, hotel, campus, enterprise, and SOHO topologies. Includes detailed README with technology breakdown and topology screenshots.
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Structured 6-week learning path covering Azure fundamentals (AZ-900), Linux administration, network security (Entra ID, Zero Trust), automation (PowerShell/Python), and AWS basics. Contains lab exercises, cheat sheets, and support playbooks.
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Real-world internship deliverables for IT-Simplera Institute. Network design simulations in GNS3 and Cisco Packet Tracer, ping verification across multi-device topologies, router configuration documentation, and weekly progress reports.
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Single-page portfolio website with dark/light mode, animated 3D card system, responsive design, and custom domain. Deployed on GitHub Pages. Includes learning notes on Azure Fundamentals and Linux basics.
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Penetration testing, ethical hacking fundamentals, hands-on with Nmap, Burp Suite, Wireshark, and Kali Linux. Covered network scanning, vulnerability assessment, and security threat analysis.
CompletedOSI model, TCP/IP protocol suite, IP addressing and subnetting, switching fundamentals, routing basics, and network device configuration.
CompletedCompleted Microsoft Learn modules covering cloud concepts, Azure services, pricing models, and Azure subscription management. Self-directed learning alongside university coursework.
Self-studyMy development activity and what I'm currently focused on.
All projects are open source on GitHub. Most active repo: Cloud-Learning-Journal (78 commits).
Academic background and qualifications.
Relevant coursework: Computer Networks, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Operating Systems, Database Management. Building practical lab projects alongside academic work.
Pre-engineering focus with mathematics, physics, and computer science. Built foundation for IT and networking studies.
Everything a hiring manager might want to know.
What I've learned building networks, breaking into systems, and studying for certs.
10 weeks at IT-Simplera Institute, working with GNS3 and Cisco Packet Tracer. Here's what building real network topologies taught me about OSPF, VLANs, and why ping is never "just a ping."
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Studying for the Certified Ethical Hacker exam at Corvit Systems. How I approached penetration testing basics, what tools I used, and what the exam actually tests you on.
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