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I am a UX Designer and ICT Security Specialist based in Adelaide, South Australia, holding a Master of Information Technology and a Google UX Design Certificate. I specialize in "secure-by-design" thinking, where I combine technical cybersecurity expertise with human-centered design to create web and mobile layouts that are both user-friendly and resilient against digital threats. My portfolio includes diverse projects ranging from narrative-driven cybersecurity learning games to commercial designs for local businesses, all backed by rigorous usability testing, stakeholder presentations, and high-fidelity prototyping in Figma.…I am a UX Designer and ICT Security Specialist based in Adelaide, South Australia, holding a Master of Information Technology and a Google UX Design Certificate. I specialize in "secure-by-design" thinking, where I combine technical cybersecurity expertise with human-centered design to create web and mobile layouts that are both user-friendly and resilient against digital threats. My portfolio includes diverse projects ranging from narrative-driven cybersecurity learning games to commercial designs for local businesses, all backed by rigorous usability testing, stakeholder presentations, and high-fidelity prototyping in Figma.

Khushi Pokharel

UX Designer, UI Designer, Product Designer, +2

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I am a UX Designer and ICT Security Specialist based in Adelaide, South Australia, holding a Master of Information Technology and a Google UX Design Certificate. I specialize in "secure-by-design" thinking, where I combine technical cybersecurity expertise with human-centered design to create web and mobile layouts that are both user-friendly and resilient against digital threats. My portfolio includes diverse projects ranging from narrative-driven cybersecurity learning games to commercial designs for local businesses, all backed by rigorous usability testing, stakeholder presentations, and high-fidelity prototyping in Figma.…I am a UX Designer and ICT Security Specialist based in Adelaide, South Australia, holding a Master of Information Technology and a Google UX Design Certificate. I specialize in "secure-by-design" thinking, where I combine technical cybersecurity expertise with human-centered design to create web and mobile layouts that are both user-friendly and resilient against digital threats. My portfolio includes diverse projects ranging from narrative-driven cybersecurity learning games to commercial designs for local businesses, all backed by rigorous usability testing, stakeholder presentations, and high-fidelity prototyping in Figma.

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I am a UX Designer and ICT Security Specialist based in Adelaide, South Australia, holding a Master of Information Technology and a Google UX Design Certificate. I specialize in “secure-by-design” thinking, where I combine technical cybersecurity expertise with human-centered design to create web and mobile layouts that are both user-friendly and resilient against digital threats. My portfolio includes diverse projects ranging from narrative-driven cybersecurity learning games to commercial designs for local businesses, all backed by rigorous usability testing, stakeholder presentations, and high-fidelity prototyping in Figma.

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Work Experience

ICT Security Specialist at PTE Study Centre

August 1, 2025 - Present

Provided ICT and cybersecurity support by troubleshooting system, device, and access issues and managing support tickets by priority. Promoted secure handling of client and business data and assisted staff with basic cybersecurity best practices. Collaborated across admin and digital platforms to ensure secure, reliable use of systems, websites, and online tools.

Team Member at Officeworks

November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025

Delivered customer service across departments, assisted with product inquiries, troubleshooting, and purchases. Operated POS systems with accuracy, and supported the tech sales and print teams with product setups, printing services, merchandising, and stock.

Data Researcher and Caller at Cleanbill

October 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025

Researched and updated data about healthcare vendors and their medical billing systems. Contacted vendors to confirm information, ensured data accuracy, and handled sensitive business information with care and privacy. Reported findings to management and helped improve the database quality.

UX Designer at One Step Ahead

March 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022

Designed user-friendly web and mobile layouts across projects based on research and testing. Presented findings and prototypes to stakeholders.

Researcher at Flinders University – Serious Games for Cybersecurity Awareness

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Designed and prototyped a narrative-driven cybersecurity learning game in Figma with five interactive levels and four real-world threat scenarios (phishing, unsafe public Wi-Fi, QR code scams, USB-based malware). Conducted user testing with non-technical participants to evaluate usability, engagement, and learning outcomes; achieved a System Usability Scale score of 79.69 and iterated on clarity, feedback, pacing, and emotional engagement based on feedback.

Lead Information Security Officer at Flinders University – Risk Management for a Water Utility Company

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Conducted a comprehensive risk assessment and developed business continuity, incident response, and risk management reports following NIST guidelines to identify assets, analyze threats, and recommend controls for critical systems.

Cybersecurity Virtual Experiences at The Forage

January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Participated in cybersecurity virtual experiences including AIG incident response, Mastercard phishing case reviews, and simulated attack investigations with risk analysis; contributed to training recommendations and improvement opportunities.