Katherina Fafali Akos Allasan
Wa
Summary
Results-driven Computer Science undergraduate with hands-on cybersecurity and network administration experience. Skilled in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and technical leadership. Adept at translating complex technical issues into clear solutions and driving collaborative projects. Eager to contribute analytical and problem-solving skills to dynamic teams.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity & Network Admin Intern
Directorate of Information Management Services (DIMS), UBIDS
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Led a comprehensive penetration test on the university website, identifying and documenting vulnerabilities and delivering actionable remediation reports.
- Used Wireshark to analyse network traffic, uncovering and addressing security gaps.
Cybersecurity Intern
Ideation Axis
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Discovered and reported 10+ critical vulnerabilities through penetration testing using Kali Linux and Ubuntu, directly supporting risk reduction.
- Collaborated with senior analysts to strengthen network security protocols and participated in incident response to mitigate threats.
Education
BSc. - Computer Science
Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (SDD-UBIDS)
08.2026
Skills
- Penetration Testing: Kali Linux, Ubuntu, Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite
- Network Security: Firewall configuration, IDS/IPS, VPNs
- Programming: Python (security scripting)
- Database Security: MySQL, SQL Server
- Operating Systems: Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS), Windows, macOS
- Communication: Able to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
Certification
- Google Cybersecurity Specialization (Coursera)
- Foundations of Cybersecurity (Google/Coursera)
- Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities (Google/Coursera)
- Networks and Network Security (Google/Coursera)
- Manage Security Risks (Google/Coursera)
- Detection and Response (Google/Coursera)
- Linux and SQL (Google/Coursera)
- Security Principles (ISC2)
- Incident Response, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (ISC2)
- Access Control Concepts (ISC2)
- Network Security (ISC2)
Languages
English (Fluent)
Ewe (Proficient)
References
Available upon request.
Community Service
- ICGC NEWBREED, SDD-UBIDS, President, (2025, Present)
- President, ICGC NEWBREED, SDD-UBIDS (2025–present)
- Deputy CEO, TechAssist Alliance, SDD-UBIDS (2024–present)
- Vice President, The Ladies Forum (2025–present)
- General Secretary, Student Christian Council, SDD-UBIDS (2025–present)
- Community Ambassador, Paahibu Space (2025–present)
- Led and coordinated student and community initiatives, fostering teamwork and delivering impactful results.
Training
- Attended cybersecurity workshops and webinars on emerging threats and best practices
- Currently participating in the Community Ambassadorship Programme at Paahibu Space
Timeline
Cybersecurity & Network Admin Intern
Directorate of Information Management Services (DIMS), UBIDS
12.2024 - 01.2025
Cybersecurity Intern
Ideation Axis
05.2024 - 06.2024
BSc. - Computer Science
Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (SDD-UBIDS)
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