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Danial Erfan Network Security • UTM

Profile

A simple overview of who I am, what I’ve done, and where to find my work.

Danial Erfan
Hi, it’s Derf
Network Security student • Archer • Biker
Network Security @ UTM

I am currently studying Network Security at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, focusing on how to protect digital information and secure modern networks. I’m also part of the university archery team and enjoy riding my motorbike in my free time. My passion for technology, sports, and motorcycling keeps my life balanced and dynamic.

Internship

Simple snapshots from my internship experience.
Internship place photo
2026 • Cybersecurity Malaysia @ MyCERT

Experience

During my 6-month industrial training, I architected containerized backend systems for automated threat response. Moving beyond just writing code, I actively tested system limits through competitive CTFs and hands-on penetration testing trainings, solidifying my path into Network Security.

Education

Secondary school photo
2018 – 2020
Secondary School • SMKA JB & SM Teknik JB

Started at SMKA JB, actively joining co-curricular activities and growing my teamwork and leadership skills. Later focused on mechanical engineering at Sekolah Menengah Teknik Johor Bahru, gaining hands‑on technical experience.

Foundation year photo
2021
Foundation • UiTM Dengkil

Completed a foundation programme in engineering at UiTM Dengkil, strengthening my academic skills and preparing me for degree‑level studies through rigorous coursework and projects.

UTM degree photo
2022 – Present
Bachelor • UTM [Computer Network Security]

Currently exploring cybersecurity, cryptography, ethical hacking, and network protocols. Working on projects that provide practical experience and deepen my understanding of how to secure real-world systems.

Progress

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] 87%
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] 87%
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] 2%
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] 25%

Objective Tree

# My Path Checklist
## Security Analyst
├── ☐ SOC Level 1
├── ☐ Security Analyst Level 1 (SAL1)
├── ☐ CySA+ CompTIA
├── ☐ SOC Level 2
└── ☐ Advanced Endpoint Investigations
## Penetration Tester
├── ☑ Jr Penetration Tester
├── ☑ Web Fundamentals
├── ☐ Web Application Pentesting
├── ☐ Jr. Penetration Tester (PT1)
├── ☐ PenTest+ CompTIA
├── ☐ Web Application Red Teaming
└── ☐ Red Teaming