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I’m an offensive-security and cyber instructor with a strong background in penetration testing, Active Directory security, and hands-on lab training. I’ve delivered web and network security instruction, guided students through real attack-and-defense scenarios, and trained learners on OWASP Top 10, OWASP-aligned reporting, and practical exploit workflows. I also bring solid IT support and systems administration experience—covering Windows/Linux administration, network troubleshooting, and security tooling such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, BloodHound, Mimikatz, Hashcat, and Nessus. I’m a fast learner who stays detail-oriented and collaborative, with a focus on helping others build reliable real-world security skills.…I’m an offensive-security and cyber instructor with a strong background in penetration testing, Active Directory security, and hands-on lab training. I’ve delivered web and network security instruction, guided students through real attack-and-defense scenarios, and trained learners on OWASP Top 10, OWASP-aligned reporting, and practical exploit workflows. I also bring solid IT support and systems administration experience—covering Windows/Linux administration, network troubleshooting, and security tooling such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, BloodHound, Mimikatz, Hashcat, and Nessus. I’m a fast learner who stays detail-oriented and collaborative, with a focus on helping others build reliable real-world security skills.

Orkhan Khalafi

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I’m an offensive-security and cyber instructor with a strong background in penetration testing, Active Directory security, and hands-on lab training. I’ve delivered web and network security instruction, guided students through real attack-and-defense scenarios, and trained learners on OWASP Top 10, OWASP-aligned reporting, and practical exploit workflows. I also bring solid IT support and systems administration experience—covering Windows/Linux administration, network troubleshooting, and security tooling such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, BloodHound, Mimikatz, Hashcat, and Nessus. I’m a fast learner who stays detail-oriented and collaborative, with a focus on helping others build reliable real-world security skills.…I’m an offensive-security and cyber instructor with a strong background in penetration testing, Active Directory security, and hands-on lab training. I’ve delivered web and network security instruction, guided students through real attack-and-defense scenarios, and trained learners on OWASP Top 10, OWASP-aligned reporting, and practical exploit workflows. I also bring solid IT support and systems administration experience—covering Windows/Linux administration, network troubleshooting, and security tooling such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, BloodHound, Mimikatz, Hashcat, and Nessus. I’m a fast learner who stays detail-oriented and collaborative, with a focus on helping others build reliable real-world security skills.

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I’m an offensive-security and cyber instructor with a strong background in penetration testing, Active Directory security, and hands-on lab training. I’ve delivered web and network security instruction, guided students through real attack-and-defense scenarios, and trained learners on OWASP Top 10, OWASP-aligned reporting, and practical exploit workflows.

I also bring solid IT support and systems administration experience—covering Windows/Linux administration, network troubleshooting, and security tooling such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, BloodHound, Mimikatz, Hashcat, and Nessus. I’m a fast learner who stays detail-oriented and collaborative, with a focus on helping others build reliable real-world security skills.

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Work Experience

IT Specialist / Cyber Security Support & Administration

January 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026

Provided IT support and administration including hardware/software troubleshooting, virtualization, remote support, user support workflows, and security-focused system and network troubleshooting. Worked with infrastructure tools and documentation workflows using systems administration and support best practices.

Cyber Security Specialist

September 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026

Specialized in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and cybersecurity instruction while also supporting system administration and network infrastructure troubleshooting across Windows/Linux and Active Directory environments.

Cyber Security Instructor at LA Academy, Baku, Azerbaijan

February 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025

Delivered cybersecurity and penetration testing training programs, teaching reconnaissance, enumeration, exploitation, and structured reporting methodologies. Conducted practical lab sessions across Windows, Linux, and Active Directory, and supported students through real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises focused on web application security and network penetration testing.

Cyber Security Instructor at Xploit Academy Blue Team / Offensive Security Programs

September 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022

Provided training and instruction aligned with blue-team operations and offensive security practices, supporting learners through security lab work and practical, scenario-based content development.

Cyber Security Instructor (Penetration Testing Core Academy, Blue Team / Red Team) at Digital Security Instructor Academy (D.S.I.A), Baku, Azerbaijan

September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022

Taught offensive security, ethical hacking, and penetration testing with an emphasis on analytical thinking, problem solving, and critical communication. Designed and managed Active Directory attack labs, delivered hands-on vulnerability assessment and security reporting training, and trained students in web security, network security, and OWASP Top 10. Mentored students for international cybersecurity certifications and guided learners through practical exercises covering web applications and network penetration testing. Conducted labs on Windows, Linux, and Active Directory, and supported students using real-world security scenarios and lab exercises.