Hi, This is
Md Mahin Arafat.
I love making the virtual world a safe place!
former software engineer, now immersed in the realms of cloud computing and cybersecurity, bridging the gap between technology and security.
About Me
Hello! I'm Md Mahin Arafat, a Computer Science Enthuasist.
I am pursuing an M.Eng. of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Ontario Tech University
I have graduated from the prestigious University of Malaya on March 2021. There, I have completed my bachelor of Computer Science with a major of Software Engineering.
Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
- JavaScript (ES6+)
- HTML & (S)CSS
- React.js
- Python
- Django
- Git
Where I've Worked
Cybersecurity Engineer @ Cyberpro Solutions
10th January,2024 - Present
- Constructing a virtual lab environment to simulate and identify vulnerabilities, enhancing practical skills in threat detection and mitigation.
- Conducting Digital Forensics and Incident Response, performing Vulnerability Assessments, and utilizing Searchploit for security assessments.
- Implementing secure and scalable cloud infrastructure in AWS, utilizing EC2 instances, S3 for storage, and IAM for secure access management and set up monitoring with CloudWatch to track system health, ensuring high availability and performance in production environments.
- Implement secure cloud configurations using Azure Private Link, Network Security Groups, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and Azure Regulatory Compliance for NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, and HIPAA/HITRUST, resulting in a 97% reduction in security incidents over the same time interval.
Cyber Threat Investigator @ Strativ AB
1st September,2022 - 31st December, 2023
- Enforced stringent cybersecurity protocols, markedly diminishing the frequency of security incidents and associated risks.
- Efficiently identified, scrutinized, and neutralized security breaches to curtail potential harm and safeguard company systems & data, utilizing open-source resources such as VirusTotal, Urlscan, among others.
- Led the charge in rectifying security breaches, performing thorough risk and threat evaluations.
- Directed an in-depth analysis of cyber threat intelligence, identifying and mitigating over potential security breaches, significantly enhancing the organization's threat response capabilities using firewall, SIEM and IDS/IPS technologies.
Associate Project Lead @ Sirius App Messenger
1st July,2022 - 1 September, 2022
- Led the project management efforts for Sirius App Messenger, overseeing the development and debugging of software systems.
- Orchestrated unit testing and Java coding processes, ensuring the adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Implemented Agile methodologies for continuous integration of software systems, optimizing project efficiency.
- Effectively managed project responsibilities, driving success through strategic planning and efficient resource allocation.
Software Engineer and Assistant Team Lead @ Strativ AB
1st July,2018 - 31 August, 2018
- Orchestrated unit testing and Java coding processes, ensuring the adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Effectively managed project responsibilities, driving success through strategic planning an efficient resource allocation. Conducted proactive research and development activities, staying abreast of industry trends to inform project decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
Web Application Developer @ Saleduck Asia
22nd January,2019 - 2nd January, 2022
- Enhanced system loading speed 3.2 times faster, particularly beneficial in slower internet countries that achieved Google Lighthouse scores consistently exceeding 98%.
- Achieved Google Lighthouse scores consistently exceeding 98%, ensuring optimal website speed, SEO, and accessibility.
- Aced codebase transformation to the MVC pattern, resulting in 30% faster development cycles and significantly improved code maintainability.
- Implemented professional product management tools (Bitbucket, Slack, Git, Docker) to streamline SDLC processes.
Some Things I've Built
Featured Project
SpeedWheels
A website build for a local car rental company along with the breakdown support service.
- Django
- Python
- CSS
- HTML
Featured Project
Expensee
Expensee is a ReactJS + Firebase app that helps you manage your expenses and track your financial goals.
- React
- HTML
- Javascript
- CSS
Other Noteworthy Projects
view the archivePersonal Website
My personal site. Designed and developed with a HTML, CSS and hosted on netlify.
Data Visualization
Simple Data Visualization made with HTML, Python and Tableau.
Vehicle Movement Detection
A project built with SUMO and Python to detect vehicle movement.
Fire Hazard Detection System
A project where I learned fortran, jupyter and FDS for one of my courses.
Smart English Tutor
A project where I learnt the scrum and agile methodology. And got my hands dirty on the Software Quality Assurance.
What's Next?
Get In Touch
Since, I'm currently looking for any new opportunities, my inbox is always open. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, I'll try my best to get back to you!