Faizan Ahmad

Computer Science @ UQ | Feb 2024

Passionate about Cybersecurity, driven by curiosity, and always eager to learn, I am Faizan studying Computer Science at The University of Queensland, Australia. Here to help other students get a great start in their cybersecurity career by getting into the university they fit in the best.

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Academic Details from Current/Recent University

Education

CountryAustraliaUniversityThe University of QueenslandIntakeFeb 2024DegreeBachelorsProgramComputer ScienceSpecializationsCybersecurity

Scholarships

01 International High Achievers Award

Offered to students who have achieved a competitive score as determined by the University among the pool of offer holders for programs in their commencement semester. 20% tuition fee reduction is applied prior to the tuition fees due date each semester.

Part-time Work

Shift RunnerDomino's Pizza - Queen Street, Brisbane

The Key responsibilities of my job include:
    • Roster Allocation and Management.
    • Managing and requesting stock order on weekly basis.
    • Front of house customer handling.
    • Teamwork in fast-paced environment.

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Co-curricular Activities

01 Badge of Distinction - Hockey

Played Hockey States in my grade 7 and was awarded with badge of distinction by my school.

02 Gold - 4 x 100 m Mens Relay

Annual School Athletic Meet 2019 - Lead the team as the captain and came first in Mens Relay.

Work & Education

Work History

September 2023July 2023(2M)

Gamerboard

IT Support and Security Intern

• Provided IT support for systems, databases, and user issues.
• Assisted senior team in testing applications for bugs and vulnerabilities.
• Documented issues and maintained data with controlled access.