Jaafar M.

Key Skills

Software

No software listed

Top Subject Matter

Web application security assessments

vulnerability management

threat detection mapping (MITRE ATT&CK)

Top Data Types

Text

Computer Code Programming

Document

Top Task Types

Red Teaming

Computer Programming/Coding

Evaluation/Rating

Prompt + Response Writing (SFT)

Question Answering

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Freelancer Overview

Security Engineer / Analyst (Freelance) - security assessment and detection use-case development. Brings 7+ years of professional experience across complex professional workflows, research, and quality-focused execution. Core strengths include Wazuh, ELK, and Splunk. Education includes Bachelor of Science, Al-Hikmah University. AI-training focus includes data types such as Text and labeling workflows including Evaluation, Rating, and Computer Programming.

Labeling Experience

Security Engineer / Analyst (Freelance) - security assessment and detection use-case development

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Performed security assessments and vulnerability reviews for web applications and infrastructure, producing documented findings that included risk ratings and remediation recommendations. Supported detection readiness by developing threat detection use cases aligned with MITRE ATT&CK for incident response. Applied OWASP Top 10 alignment to categorize and prioritize issues for remediation. • Conducted penetration testing–adjacent security review activities to identify vulnerabilities. • Produced evidence-based reports including proof-of-concept details and recommended fixes. • Mapped attacker techniques to detection use cases to improve threat hunting coverage. • Built SIEM monitoring environments (Wazuh, ELK, Splunk) to improve visibility.

2021 - Present

SOC Analyst / Cybersecurity Analyst - alert triage, threat hunting, vulnerability assessment

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Investigated and triaged security alerts by analyzing phishing attacks, brute-force attempts, suspicious authentication events, and endpoint security alerts. Used SIEM and EDR tooling to support incident response, determine indicators of compromise, and improve detection coverage. Conducted vulnerability assessments across 24+ web applications and documented findings to support remediation. • Analyzed 50+ security alerts daily using Splunk, Wazuh, ELK, Microsoft Sentinel, and CrowdStrike Falcon. • Applied MITRE ATT&CK methodologies and threat intelligence to strengthen monitoring and hunting. • Performed security reviews of 24+ web applications to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities. • Supported incident response activities via log analysis and investigation workflows.

2020 - Present

Cybersecurity Instructor - AI training not stated; cybersecurity training and lab development

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Trained students in cybersecurity operations with hands-on practical labs focused on threat detection, SIEM monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response. Developed and delivered lab exercises covering SIEM monitoring workflows and web application security testing practices. Mentored learners on investigation methodologies and cybersecurity best practices. • Created practical training materials and lab scenarios for threat analysis. • Taught SIEM monitoring concepts and incident investigation procedures. • Guided students through web application security testing exercises. • Delivered cybersecurity awareness sessions on modern attack techniques and risks.

2022 - 2023

Education

Work History