Umar Idris Abubakar | Portfolio

About Me

I'm a cybersecurity instructor, ethical hacker, and software engineering student from Bauchi, Nigeria. I lead Cybersquad New Generation—a free training platform for beginners—and specialize in tools like Nmap, Metasploit, and Packet Tracer. I'm currently on a full scholarship at Power Learn Project (PLP), where I am studying software engineering to further my impact in Africa's tech space. In addition to my scholarship, I am also actively enrolled in PLP as a software engineering student, deepening my technical and problem-solving skills.

Skills

  • Python Programming
  • Web development
  • Networking (Cisco, Packet Tracer)
  • Linux OS & CLI
  • Ethical Hacking (Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark)
  • Firebase (Authentication & Realtime DB)
  • OSINT & Threat Intelligence

Education

Diploma in Computer Science
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi (2023 – 2025)

Software Engineering Scholarship
Power Learn Project – African Tech Program (2025 Cohort)
Currently studying Software Engineering with a focus on full-stack development and tech for impact.

Cybersecurity & Networking Training
Professor Iya Abubakar Community Resource Centre, Bauchi (2024)
Practical experience using Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, Zenmap, and Packet Tracer.

Network Engineering Internship
Zee Tech Foundation, Bauchi (2025)
Worked on real-world networking systems, configuration, and troubleshooting.

Ethical Hacking Course
Cisco Networking Academy – Issued 2025
Focused on reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, and basic exploitation techniques.

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Certifications

Interests

Cybersecurity Education, Mobile Hacking, OSINT, Research, Mentorship, Ethical AI, Community Impact

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