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Cybersecurity & Homelab Enthusiast

I’m Afendi — a cybersecurity engineer, Linux server admin, and network security specialist with 16+ years building resilient systems across enterprise IT, cloud, and operational enablement. Offensive mindset, defensive architecture, zero drama uptime.

Availability: 5AM–12AM MYT Languages: English, Bahasa Melayu Open to: Remote And Freelance

About Me

I’ve kept systems online, data secure, and networks bulletproof in high-stakes environments. Career stops include Operations Enablement (global comms platforms), Disaster Recovery (BCP/DR design & drills), Infrastructure (servers & networks), and Enterprise Support. I think like an attacker, act like a defender, and build for failure.

Technical Skills & Specializations

  • Linux & Open-Source: Proxmox, Unraid, Debian/Ubuntu, CentOS
  • Cybersecurity: Network defense, penetration testing, WireGuard, OPNsense, VLANs
  • Automation: Python, Bash, PHP, MySQL troubleshooting
  • Cloud & Virtualization: AWS basics, Docker, ZFS
  • Business Continuity: DR planning, failover deployment
  • DNS Security: AdGuard Home & Pi-hole

Cybersecurity Experiments

Actively experimenting with Flipper Zero, Pwnagotchi, and a Björn brute-force system in controlled lab environments for research and training.

Homelab • Proxmox + OPNsense + Unraid

Core Server (GMKtec K8+)

  • Ryzen 7 8845HS • 64GB DDR5 • 1TB NVMe
  • Proxmox hypervisor • Unraid on ZFS
  • HDD: 1TB • 4TB • 16TB
  • Docker, NAS, VPN hub, VLANs, Jellyfin, DNS filtering (AdGuard/Pi-hole)

Network Infrastructure

  • OPNsense firewall (segmentation, VPN, IPS)
  • 8‑Port 2.5GbE managed switch
  • Raspberry Pi 4B for DNS & automation

Experience

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OP Enablement Specialist — Zoom Video Communications

• Sept 2020 – Present • Malaysia
  • Enterprise Zoom services: VoIP, video conferencing, hybrid recording.
  • Validate & approve associated domains, vanity URLs, branding.
  • Feature configuration, beta/GA QA, enablement training, cross‑team liaison.
  • Client workshops on compliance & secure deployments.
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Project Manager, DR Automation — RHB Bank Group

• Sept 2020 – Sept 2021
  • Drove DR automation across regional systems; authored audit‑grade runbooks.
  • Ensured BCP compliance with Bank Negara standards; directed switchovers.
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IT Specialist — United Nations Development Programme

• Apr 2019 – Sept 2020
  • Administered enterprise NAS, cloud PBX, Meraki CCTV; Tier 2/3 support.
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Network / Support Engineer — AT&T • Hewlett‑Packard Enterpise • Hewlett-Packard • DXC

• 2012 – 2019
  • 24/7 global support (AMS/EMEA/APAC) across multi‑vendor networks.
  • Incident response, SLA governance, crisis/outage coordination.

Certifications

Currently Studying (Target: May 2026)

  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Cloud+
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate (AZ‑104)

Work & Office Setup

Office Gear

  • Mac Book Pro M4 48GB
  • Dell UltraSharp 27” Monitor
  • Logitech MX Keys + MX Master 3S
  • Rode NT-USB Mini
  • APC UPS

Personal Gear

  • iPhone 15 Pro • Apple Watch Ultra
  • Poco C75 Android
  • Sony WH-1000XM5
  • Mac Book Air M4 24GB
  • Dell i3 4GB with Kali and ParrotOS
  • Raspberry Pi 5 and 4

Desktop Rig (Dev/Testing)

  • MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi
  • Ryzen 9 9950X • 64GB DDR5
  • RTX 4070 Super
  • 4TB WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe
  • Windows 11 Pro

Contact

Why I Stand Out

I’m a homelab and security enthusiast who lives at the intersection of offense and defense. I threat-model like an attacker, architect like a defender, and keep systems resilient when others are scrambling. With years of frontline support and deep technical experience, I don’t just know the theory — I’ve lived it, built it, and stress-tested it.