Hi! I'm Jacky. I'm a:
Red Team Lead
at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Malaysia
Assistant Manager (SA2)
Jan 2024 - Present
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About Me
Professional Summary
I am a Cybersecurity Professional with extensive experience in leading projects such as penetration testing, insider threat assessments, and red team exercises for financial institutions, ISPs, and the gaming industry. With two (2) Merit Awards from the University of Wollongong, Australia, and several prestigious certifications including OSCP, I bring a proven track record of success to the cybersecurity field. My goal is to leverage my expertise in a dynamic environment in Australia & New Zealand, contributing to innovative security solutions and expanding my professional and personal horizons.
My personality, traits, values, and beliefs
At work, I believe in fostering a positive and supportive culture. Where mentors guide the
next generation to success, and to grow to even exceed their mentors' capabilities. Where
genuine connections are formed, and extends beyond our professional lives. With boundaries
of course.
Growing up, I've always been fascinated by computers and their
capabilities. It has also taught me alot because if something breaks it's up to me to fix
it. There wasn't much hardware or software budget for a child. I suppose things haven't
changed much at work, because I am still fixing things around here and budget is still a
challenge.
Personality wise, I would like to think that I'm self-aware,
committed, humble, and honest. (Although some might see that as a weakness.)
I'm also
creative, have great problem solving and technical skills since I've always had a hobby of
tinkering with hardware (PC Building & 3D Printing) and software. This has taught me
valuable lessons in life, such as there is a right order to do things in, and there is
probably a better way to do it. I also have a great attitude towards adversity and the unknown, making me a very reliable contributor.
Of course, being self-aware and honest means recognising and admitting to my flaws, so that I can improve. I aspire to improve on my soft skills in order to be a better consultant, my patience in order to be a better mentor and leader, and my time management skills in order to be a better husband and friend.
Portfolio
Projects & Achievements
Certifications & Awards
Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Offensive Security Certified Professional is an ethical hacking certification offered by Offensive Security that teaches penetration testing methodologies and the use of the tools included with the Kali Linux distribution.
CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT)
The (CRT) Crest Registered Tester examination tests candidates’ knowledge in assessing operating systems and common network services at an intermediate level below that of the main CCT qualifications.
Certified Red Team Lead (CRTL) - In Progress
RTO II is a continuation (not a replacement) of Red Team Ops and aims to build on its foundation. The primary focus of this course is to provide more advanced OPSEC tactics and defence bypass strategies.
Tanium Essentials - In Progress
The Tanium Essentials course is an immersive training covering the primary operational use cases of the Tanium core platform and modules.
Volunteering Experience
Kampus Digital Cohort
I participated in an enlightening session with the Kampus Digital cohort as part of our Cybersecurity team. Together with local university students, we discussed internet responsibility, digital safety, and the stark realities of cyber vulnerabilities.
PwC's HackaDay CTF
Served as a mentor and organiser during our annual HackaDay CTF competition. It was an immensely rewarding experience and a huge achievement for my team and I.
INTI International University's Industry Partner
As an alumni and industry partner, I regularly participate at events such as the students' Final Year Project (FYP) roadshow, to help identify talents for recuitment. It's also a great opportunity to give back to the community by providing valuable insights about our industy to the future workforce.
PADI Aware Foundation
Participated in PADI's Project AWARE by cleaning up our beaches and reefs at Pulau Tioman, Malaysia. This experience was not only deeply rewarding but also an eye-opening journey into the impact we can have on preserving marine ecosystems.
Paws Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
As an animal lover, I've volunteered at Malaysia's largest animal shelter.
Contact
I am keen to connect with professionals and organizations interested in cybersecurity. For inquiries or opportunities, especially those that would allow me to relocate to and work in Australia & New Zealand, please contact me at:
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