Hi, I'm

M Izaz Haider

Aspiring

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Aspiring, Penetration Tester, Self Learner, Ethical Hacker, Programmer, Scripter, Cybersecurity Student, Future Bug Hunter, Passionate Learner, Automater, Tech Enthusiast, Problem Solver, Continuous Improver

About

About Me

Aspiring Penetration Tester

I'm a passionate and self-driven Ethical Hacker & Penetration Tester with a strong foundation in Cybersecurity.

Name: Muhammad Izaz Haider
Degree: Upcoming – Bachelor's in Cybersecurity (Professional Track)
Experience: 3+ Years | Hands-On Pentesting
Phone: +92 306-6150249
Email: mizazhaiderceh@gmail.com
Address: Punjab, Pakistan
Mission: Becoming a Cybersecurity Expert
Focus: Pentesting & Developement

Quality

Education

My Education

Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking, and Programming – Mastery Certificate

Cisco Networking Academy | 2024 - Present

▪ Successfully completed the Introduction to Cybersecurity course, establishing a solid understanding of foundational cyber principles.
▪ Currently pursuing the Ethical Hacking course, expanding practical skills in penetration testing and system security.
▪ Actively building expertise in ethical hacking, cybersecurity, and programming, preparing to lead in the cybersecurity industry.
▪ Engaged in hands-on labs and practicals, developing reports and applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
▪ Maintained a well-documented record of all assignments, projects, and practicals—approaching learning with the structure and discipline of a university-level program.
▪ Until officially joining Howest University, utilizing this period as a dedicated learning phase to sharpen critical technical skills and enhance cyber awareness.

Intermediate (I.C.S) ~ Grade : A+

DAWN SCIENCE COLLEGE, Barnala | 2022 - 2024

▪ Acquired a robust foundation in programming (C++), problem-solving, and networking.
▪ Functioned as Class Representative, overseeing both academic and extracurricular initiatives.
▪ Contributed as an engaged participant in Cricket and Football teams, enhancing teamwork and discipline.
▪ Cultivated leadership and management skills through effective class coordination...

Matriculation-Computer Science

GOVT. HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS, HAZARA MUGHLAN,Gujrat | 2020-2022

▪ Secured top academic honors in Computer Science.
▪ Enhanced leadership abilities as Class Monitor and Senior Organizer.
▪ Troubleshot and resolved computer issues as a Lab Solver, aiding fellow students.
▪ Developed teamwork and resilience as a member of the Football Team.

Practical

Experience

My Experience

Founder & CEO | Self-Taught Penetration Tester

The PenTrix · Self-employed / Remote | Jan 2022 – Present

Founded The PenTrix — a cybersecurity initiative to share practical hacking knowledge, tools, and tutorials with aspiring learners.
Conducted penetration tests on networks, systems, and web apps, identifying vulnerabilities through simulated attacks.
Executed privilege escalation techniques in Windows and Linux environments, gaining hands-on system-level access.
Utilized tools such as Kali Linux, Parrot OS, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Hydra, John the Ripper, and custom scripts.
Mastered core skills including reconnaissance, enumeration, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Continuously learning advanced concepts: red teaming, offensive security tactics, CTFs, and secure coding practices.
Building The PenTrix blog — featuring actionable tutorials, beginner roadmaps, custom scripts, and lab walkthroughs.

Penetration Tester

Intern Intelligence | Mar 2025 - Present

Identified security vulnerabilities through manual and automated penetration testing methods.
Performed code reviews and vulnerability scans to assess the security posture of web applications.
Enhanced organizational security policies by reporting findings and suggesting actionable improvements.
Supported incident response initiatives by contributing to real-time detection and mitigation strategies.

Self-Paced Lab Solver

Cisco Networking Academy | 2025 - Present

Practiced advanced penetration testing and cybersecurity skills through hands-on labs and simulations.
Completed and documented a wide range of labs covering routing, switching, firewall rules, and security protocols.
Improved practical understanding by consistently solving challenges and applying theoretical knowledge.
Continually progressing through new modules to enhance proficiency and stay current with cybersecurity and hacking trends.

Information Security Intern

YoungDev Intern | 2025 - Present

Gained hands-on experience in penetration testing and security assessments across various systems.
Contributed to developing a secure IT environment through continuous monitoring and risk analysis.
Delivered user awareness training to promote proactive cybersecurity practices and minimize human-related vulnerabilities.
Applied strong problem-solving skills to identify threats and implement effective security solutions.

Offensive Security Intern

Rhombix Technologies | Mar 2025 - Present

Strengthened network defense capabilities by developing a basic network packet sniffer.
Enhanced cybersecurity awareness through the design and delivery of phishing training initiatives.
Applied concepts of cybersecurity and ethical hacking in real-world scenarios to build hands-on expertise.
Expanded skill set across key areas such as vulnerability assessment, social engineering, and network security.

Cyber Security & Developer Intern

Prodigy InfoTech | 2025 - Present

Engaged in ethical hacking and penetration testing to enhance cybersecurity defenses.
Utilized Python to develop various tools, expanding knowledge and experience in programming, cybersecurity, and automation.
Conducted network packet analysis to identify and assess potential threats and system vulnerabilities.
Designed and implemented security solutions to address real-world cybersecurity challenges and improve system protection.

Skills

My Skills



My Technical Skills Area Includes



  • Penetration Testing
  • Offensive Security
  • Cybersecurity
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Programming
  • Cross-platform Development
  • AI Utilization
  • Web Application Pentesting
  • Network Based Pentesting
  • Host Based Pentesting
  • Scripting
  • TryHackMe Learning & Practicing
  • Lab-Solving/CTF

Operating Systems

  • Linux ( Ubuntu, Debian, ...)
  • KALI LINUX
  • Parrot Security OS
  • Windows
  • Android

Programming

  • PYTHON
  • C++
  • C Programming
  • Bash/Shell
  • HTML
  • CSS FUNDAMENTALS
  • JAVASCRIPT FUNDAMENTALS

Proficiency in Tools like

  • Nmap
  • Metasploit
  • HYDRA
  • Armitage ~ Metasploit GUI
  • Hashcat
  • Medusa
  • SQLmap
  • John
  • Wireshark
  • ZapProxy
  • BurpSuite
  • Beef-XSS
  • Nikto
  • Aircrack-NG
  • Wpscan
  • And So Much More Tools...

Other Technologies & Skills


  • Prompt Engineering
  • Automation
  • Chat-GPT
  • Git-Hub

My Soft Skills Area Includes


  • Self-Learning
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Self-Motivation
  • Researching
  • Adaptability

Certs


Certificates

Certificates I Got

Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking ------------------------------ View Certificates
Introduction to Cybersecurity ------------------------------------------- View Certificates
Python for Cybersecurity Professionals -------------------------------- View Certificates
CompTIA A+ 220-1101 -------------------------------------------------- View Certificates
C++ for Beginners: Mastering C++ Programming Essentials --------- View Certificates
Linux 100: Fundamentals ------------------------------------------------ View Certificates
Programming 100: Fundamentals --------------------------------------- View Certificates
BASH Scripting ------------------------------------------------------------ View Certificates
Python Hacking | PYCEH+ ------------------------------------------------ View Certificates
Ethical Hacking: System Hacking Phases and Attack Techniques ---- View Certificates
Ethical Hacking: Reconnaissance Techniques ------------------------- View Certificates
Hydra Expert | Advanced Brute Forcing Techniques ------------------- View Certificates
NMAP Advanced Techniques -------------------------------------------- View Certificates
Cybersecurity Uncovered ------------------------------------------------ View Certificates
Mastercard - Cybersecurity Job Simulation ---------------------------- View Certificates
Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH) ----------------------------------------- View Certificates
Application Security Fundamentals ------------------------------------- View Certificates
Information Security Fundamentals ------------------------------------- View Certificates
Goldman Sachs - Software Engineering Job Simulation ( I.T Security ) View Certificates
AIG - Shields Up: Cybersecurity Job Simulation ------------------------- View Certificates
Embracing AI: Risks, Security, and Career Growth ----------------------- View Certificates
Master ChatGPT ------------------------------------------------------------ View Certificates
ANZ Australia - Cyber Security Management Job Simulation ---------- View Certificates

Projects


Projetcs

AI-Terminal-X Linux Assistant

AI-Terminal-X

An AI Powered Super Intelligence Linux Terminal Assistant devloped by Me

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AI-CMD-X Command Line Assistant

AI-CMD-X

An AI-powered Super Intelligence Command-line Assistant develoepd by Me

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The PenTrix Web Platform

Web Platform for The PenTrix

A dedicated Website developed for The PenTrix, a Cybersecurity Initiative I Founded

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Pentest Lab Setup

PASSIVE AUTOMATION V.3.1

Made a Bash Script to automate Passive Information Gathering

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Pentest Lab Setup

Active AUTOMATION V.3.1

Made a Bash Script to automate Active Information Gathering

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Pentest Lab Setup

KEYGEN-X

Developed a (C++ and Python) Based secure, fast, and interactive password generator

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Pentest Lab Setup

KEYTRACE

Developed an Pyhton Based ~Ethical keystroke logger for authorized security testing and research

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Pentest Lab Setup

SNIFF-X

Developed an Pyhton Based Interective Ethical packet sniffer to analyze real-time network traffic

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Pentest Lab Setup

Personal Portfolio

I utilized an existing template, made modifications, and customized it to create My Personal Portfolio

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Courses

Where I Learned the Most


Pentest Lab Setup

( eJPTV2 )
Junior Penetration Tester

Completed

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Pentest Lab Setup

( eWPT )
Web Application Penetration Tester

Mastering...

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Pentest Lab Setup

( eCPPT )
Certified Professional Penetration Tester

After eWPT

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Work

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

MASTERCARD CYBERSECURITY JOB SIMULATION

(FORAGE) | Remote

▪ Completed a job simulation where I served as an analyst on Mastercard’s Security Awareness Team.
▪ Analyzed and identified areas needing stronger security training and implemented training.
▪ Helped identify and report security threats such as phishing.

GOLDMAN SACHS SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (I.T SECURITY) VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

(FORAGE) | Remote

▪ Completed a job simulation as a Goldman Sachs governance analyst responsible for assessing IT security.
▪ Identified outdated password hashing algorithms by cracking passwords using Hashcat.
▪ Suggested security improvements including stronger password hashing methods.

AIG SHIELDS UP: CYBERSECURITY VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

(FORAGE) | Remote

▪ Completed a cybersecurity threat analysis simulation for the Cyber Defense Unit.
▪ Researched vulnerabilities and guided teams on remediation strategies.
▪ Utilized Python to write a script for ethical hacking and decryption.

ANZ AUSTRALIA CYBER SECURITY MANAGEMENT VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

(FORAGE) | Remote

▪ Served as a security analyst investigating cybersecurity threats in ANZ Australia.
▪ Performed packet capture (PCAP) analysis to detect malicious activities.
▪ Used tools like Wireshark, Tshark, and Hex Editor for forensic investigations.

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