Computer Engineering Student · Cybersecurity Enthusiast
Building secure systems, meaningful projects, and a future in cybersecurity - one line of code at a time.
Hi, I'm Safa! I'm currently studying Computer Engineering at PETRONAS University of Technology as an international student in Malaysia, an experience that's been equal parts challenging and incredibly rewarding.
I grew up in Dubai and plan to be based back in the UAE after graduation. Malaysia has given me so much though: great friends, great food, and a perspective I wouldn't trade for anything.
My passion is cybersecurity. I'm actively working towards my OSCP certification, diving deep into penetration testing, vulnerability management, and ethical hacking along the way. I genuinely enjoy working through CTF challenges in my free time and am always looking for the next thing to learn.
Outside of that, I love being involved, whether it's clubs, events, or anything that gets me out of my comfort zone.
PETRONAS University of Technology
B.Eng Computer Engineering (Hons)
Sep 2024 – Sep 2028
GEMS Our Own English High School
Dubai, UAE · Graduated 2024 · GPA 3.9
Appointed as Emcee and committee for the Cyber Smart Carnival 2026 - a university-wide cybersecurity awareness event. Mentors newcomers through CTF competitions and introduces them to real-world security tools.
Served as Assistant Head of Department and Lead Speaker at the Click & Learn workshop on Google Applications. Created learning materials and shared industry-relevant tools with club members.
Emcee for STAR Awards 2025, Freshman Bootcamp Jan 2025, and SAS Day Sep 2025. Supported the 5G Launching event and Ceremony & Protocol during SAS Day 2024.
Coordinated technical visits, handled logistics and ensured smooth execution of events for student members.
A music library management system using linked lists and tree data structures to efficiently organize songs and playlists.
Built for the PETROBOTS Hackathon. A web platform with AI image recognition for waste classification, promoting proper disposal habits.
A database-driven system to manage inventory, sales, and customer data with CRUD operations and clean Python-SQL integration.
A graphical Blackjack game built in C on Ubuntu, showcasing game logic, user interaction design, and low-level programming fundamentals.
"Always open to new opportunities, collaborations, and conversations about tech."