Ethical Hacker & Penetration Tester
Resume:
Ephrem Daniel
Ethical Hacker & Penetration Tester
Contact
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
EDUCATION
Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Helsinki, Finland Bachelor's degree in Media engineering 2005 – 2011 Addis Ababa University Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Bachelor's degree in Engineering 2003 – 2005
African Virtual University Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology 2003 – 2005 Jimma University Jimma, Ethiopia
Bachelor's degree 2001 – 2002
Profile
My name is Ephrem Daniel, a Media Engineer, currently a professional Pen Tester who have undergone extensive, diverse career changes, transitioning through multiple career endeavors throughout my life before finally landing on an ethical hacking path. I have listed all my professional career endeavors below.
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
YEARS ACTIVE (2018-PRESENT)
• Detail-oriented and proactive Ethical Hacker and Penetration Tester with years of experience conducting comprehensive security assessments.
• Proven expertise in identifying vulnerabilities within network infrastructure, web applications, and mobile apps.
• Skilled in simulating real-world attacks, producing actionable remediation reports for developers, and reducing risk exposure.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Penetration Testing: Network/Web/API Pen Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Social Engineering, Exploitation, Red Teaming.
• Methodologies: OWASP Top 10.
• Tools: Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, Nmap, Wireshark, Kali Linux, Nessus, Sqlmap to name a few.
• Scripting/Languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell, JavaScript, SQL. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Conducted black-box and white-box penetration tests on web apps, mobile apps, and corporate networks, identifying critical/high vulnerabilities.
• Reduced vulnerabilities through developer-focused remediation reports and tailored security training sessions.
• Automated reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning workflows using Python and Bash scripts, increasing team efficiency.
• Simulated sophisticated phishing and social engineering campaigns, resulting in improved employee security awareness.
Music Production
YEARS ACTIVE (2008-2020)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• DAWs: Cubase, Reason & FL Studio just to name a few.
• Production: Mixing & Mastering, Sound Design, Arrangement, Beat Making, MIDI Programming
• Audio Engineering: Tracking, Vocal Processing, Microphone Techniques, Signal Flow
• Plugins: Waves Bundle, FabFilter, Native Instruments, UAD, and lots and lots of other plugins.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Freelance Music Producer
Self-Employed
• I used to be an innovative Music Producer and Audio Engineer with over 12 years of experience in audio production, sound design, and arrangement.
• Produced, recorded, and mixed a number of tracks for artists across R&B, Hip Hop, and other genres, specializing in creating a distinct sonic identity.
• Proficient in FL Studio, Cubase and Reason with a sharp ear for mixing and mastering.
• Managed end-to-end production process, including arranging, tracking, editing, and final mix/master.
• Proven track record of producing, mixing and mastering high-quality tracks for independent artists and commercial projects.
• Sold more than 400 different instrumental music I have composed worldwide through a number of beat selling platforms including mine (www.MyInstrumentalMusic.com, no longer online).
• Directed studio recording sessions for clients, ensuring efficiency and high-quality sonic output.
• Collaborated with songwriters to refine compositions, arranging structural elements to maximize commercial appeal.
• Utilized FL Studio to edit vocal tracks, perform sound design, and master audio for streaming platforms.
Instrumental Music Buying & Selling Website (Developer & Owner) YEARS ACTIVE (2012-2016)
Founder, Developer / E-commerce Director MyInstrumentalMusic.com (no longer online!) MyInstrumentalMusic.com was a platform designed to help musicians and artists showcase their talent, aimed at facilitating faster success through exposure. It appears to focus on music promotion, specifically leveraging social media and search engine optimization (SEO) techniques for independent artists. MyInstrumentalMusic.com provide opportunities for up- and-coming music producers to sell their instrumental music online by offering them a medium to upload their music for musicians worldwide. MyInstrumentalMusic.com was probably the best website online to buy and sell instrumentals or beats of almost all music genres. The site used to incorporate Website Analytics (Google Analytics), SEO Strategy, and API Integration with PayPal.
I developed this website entirely from scratch using the Zend Framework. Ecommerce Website Developer & Owner
YEARS ACTIVE (2015-2017)
Founder, Developer / E-commerce Director MyMasero.com (no longer online!) MyMasero.com was a website designed to facilitate the selling and buying experience of Ethiopian businesses, individual producers, sellers and consumers. MyMasero.com used to offer its customers a superior shopping experience by providing a range of categories for shoppers and sellers to choose from by considering the market demand and supply of the consumer and the producer respectively.
I developed this website entirely from scratch using the Laravel Framework. Programming & Development of Websites / Desktop Applications / Mobile Apps YEARS ACTIVE (2005-2022)
I used to be a passionate programmer with strong foundational knowledge in web and application (ERP) development and a background in building personal projects that solve real- world problems for a number of NGOs, restaurants, entertainment and construction businesses to name a few.
Technical Skills
• Languages: Python, Java, SQL, C, C++, C#, HTML, PHP, JavaScript, CSS, UI, React, Express, Angular, MySQL, ASP.NET Core
• CMS: Drupal, Joomla, WordPress, Magento
• Frameworks: Zend, Laravel, Django
Creative Digital Content Creation & Design
YEARS ACTIVE (2018-2020)
I used to be a creative content creator at Atom.com (formerly Squadhelp.com). Atom.com is a popular, legitimate, and award-winning crowdsourcing platform used by entrepreneurs and companies to find business names, taglines, and logo designs. It acts as a curated exchange connecting domain owners with buyers, featuring AI-based domain grading, branding contests, and AI-generated logos to facilitate secure domain acquisition. In my role as a creative professional in this website, I have won 15 contests and have been awarded in 76 separate contests suggesting brand ideas and designing logos. Digital Marketing & Social Media Management
YEARS ACTIVE (2010-2024)
• I had years of experience in driving high-ROI (Return On Investment) campaigns across SEO, PPC, and social media channels.
• Proven ability to increase organic traffic and improve conversion rates by optimizing customer acquisition funnels.
• Expert at leveraging Google Analytics to analyze trends and boost brand awareness and executing comprehensive SEO strategies that improve organic visibility, drive qualified traffic, and increase revenue.
• Proven track record of managing technical SEO audits, content optimization, and link- building campaigns for a number of organizations.
KEY SKILLS
• Technical SEO: Site Audits, Page Speed Optimization, Schema Markup, XML Sitemaps, Canonicalization, Mobile-First Indexing, Crawl Budget Optimization.
• On-Page SEO: Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Title/Meta Tag Optimization, Internal Linking, URL Restructuring.
• Off-Page SEO: Link Building Strategy, Backlink Analysis, Digital PR, Authority Building.
• Analytics & Reporting: Google Analytics, Competitive Analysis.
• Platforms: Joomla, WordPress, Magento, Drupal, HTML/CSS/JS and other library and framework independent platforms.
• Marketing Channels: SEO/SEM, Paid Social (Meta, LinkedIn), Email Marketing, Content Strategy.
• Tools: Google Analytics, Google Ads.
• Analytics & Strategy: Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Customer Segmentation, Data Visualization.
• AI/Automation: ChatGPT, Marketing Automation, Predictive Analytics. Computer Networking Specialist
YEARS ACTIVE (2015-2020)
As a computer networking specialist I have 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust LAN/WAN infrastructures. I had a proven expertise in troubleshooting network performance issues, enhancing security protocols, and reducing downtime. TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Networking Protocols: TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VLAN, STP, DHCP, DNS
• Hardware: Cisco Routers & Switches, Access Points, D-Link, TP-Link
• Tools & Monitoring: Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios, NMap, Putty and lots of software shipped with Kali Linux.
• Security: VPN, ACLs, Port Security, Endpoint Protection
• Virtualization: VMware, VirtualBox
• Operating Systems: Linux, Windows Server, Cisco IOS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
For NGOs, and other organizations
Network Specialist
• Reduced network downtime by implementing proactive monitoring and upgrading outdated hardware.
• Managed day-to-day operations of LAN/WAN infrastructure across multiple locations.
• Configured and maintained Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls to ensure maximum uptime and security.
• Troubleshooted network connectivity issues, reducing resolution time using Wireshark. Videographer
YEARS ACTIVE (2010-2020)
• I used to be a highly creative and technically proficient Videographer with years of experience producing high-quality video content from concept to post-production.
• Proven ability to capture engaging visuals for commercial, corporate, and social media platforms.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, cinematography, and lighting, dedicated to delivering compelling stories on deadline.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Cameras: Different makes and brands.
• Production: Cinematography, Studio Lighting, Audio/Video Recording, Field Production.
• Post-Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Color Grading.
• Workflow: Project Management, Scriptwriting, Storyboarding, Social Media Optimization, YouTube SEO.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Produce, shoot, and edit high-impact commercial video content for web, social media, and broadcast.
• Collaborate with creative teams to develop storyboards and scripts, ensuring brand alignment across all productions.
• Manage lighting setups, audio recording, and camera operation for corporate interviews and product launches.
• Delivered polished video products for diverse clients ensuring client satisfaction. Graphic Designer
YEARS ACTIVE (2010-2020)
• Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with years of experience in producing engaging visual content for digital and print media.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and experienced in branding, UI/UX design, and marketing collateral.
• Proven track record of increasing client engagement through innovative design solutions.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Design Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Design Disciplines: Brand Identity, Print Design, Typography, Layout, UI/UX, Motion Graphics, Illustration.
• Technical: Print Production, Pre-press, AI Image Generation tools. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Spearheaded the redesign of organization’s branding strategy.
• Collaborated with marketing teams to design over social media assets, email templates, and landing pages per week.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite to produce print marketing materials, including brochures, banners, and posters.
Hardware Maintenance & Support
YEARS ACTIVE (2010-2020)
• Detail-oriented and experienced Computer Hardware Specialist with years of experience in system design, component installation, and advanced troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to optimize hardware performance, reduce system downtime, and implement cost-effective upgrades.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Hardware: Server/Printer Maintenance, Desktop/Laptop Repair.
• Tools & Diagnostic: Multimeters.
• Networking & OS: Windows/Linux/MacOS, Cisco Routers, Switches, TCP/IP, Firewall Configuration.
• Methodologies: System Diagnostics, Preventative Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Managed installation, configuration, and maintenance of workstations and servers, increasing network reliability.
• Reduced system downtime through proactive diagnostic routines and rapid hardware troubleshooting.
• Upgraded legacy systems with new components (RAM, CPU, Drives), enhancing processing speeds and extending hardware lifecycle.
• Collaborated with software teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware and operating systems.
• Diagnosed and repaired complex hardware issues for customer systems, maintaining customer satisfaction rate.
• Assembled and tested new computer components, ensuring compliance with industry performance standards.
Communication, Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking YEARS ACTIVE (ALL MY LIFE)
• Proficiency in algorithm design along with expertise in data structures and optimization techniques.
• Applying my algorithmic thinking to real life situations breaking down daily tasks and complex problems into structured, step-by-step instructions to improve efficiency, organization, and decision-making.
• Conflict Resolution: Addressing team or client disagreements.
• Active Listening: Understanding client needs to solve issues.
• Negotiation: Reaching agreements that benefit the company.
• Presentation/Public Speaking: Communicating complex data to stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Working across teams to resolve issues.
• Troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Documenting processes and translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Author of a Book
YEAR RELEASED 2022
Tizikt is my first book published in 2022. In this book, I projected my long-held philosophies on subjects ranging from politics, economics, science, religion, and life at large. The arguments cited in the book are engaging, thought provoking, entertaining, evocative, mind boggling, and enquires the reader to question their own belief system. The name of the book ‘Tizikit’ arises from the combination of two Amharic words ‘Tizibt’ and ‘Tirikt’ which translates to
‘Observe’ and ‘Narrate’ in English respectively. The ideologies presented in this book are so original, and hopefully the readers will find it refreshing and educational. The softcopy version of the book is available on Amazon.
Language Skills
• Amharic (Mother tongue)
• English
• Basic Finnish
• Basic Geez
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