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Hi, I’m Abdul Samad, a security-minded web developer with strong PHP, WordPress and Laravel experience (MVC). I design and build responsive interfaces using HTML5 and CSS3, delivering clean, scalable code and engaging user experiences.
I’m expanding my SOC skills in monitoring, detection, and incident response to help protect and optimize digital services, while bridging security with robust web development.
Skills
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Language
English
Advanced
Work Experience
WordPress Developer at YMCO
December 1, 2024 - PresentDesigned a content structure using CPT (Custom Post Types) with a PHP-based custom theme to organise YMCO's services and activities, simplifying admin data entry for non-technical staff and enabling consistent front-end layouts. Optimized desktop and mobile performance to A-grade using Cloudflare CDN + caching and streamlined plugin setup. Provided ongoing support, hosting administration, updates, troubleshooting, and cPanel DNS/SSL/backups.
Digital Marketing Executive at iCoTech Services
May 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Rebuilt the company’s WordPress website using Elementor to create a bespoke design, with HTML5, responsive CSS3, and JavaScript to align with brand guidelines. Instrumented GA4 events and funnels to measure conversions and user behaviour; used findings to prioritise UI/UX and content changes. Implemented technical SEO (meta data templates, sitemap, redirects), improving organic landing performance.
Web Developer at Cardstream
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024Built secure API integrations (WordPress, PHP, REST) with Cardstream's proprietary payment gateway, enabling customers to store card details and complete transactions. Managed production server access via SSH and executed cloud migrations (AWS → DigitalOcean), ensuring secure and reliable transitions. Built a bespoke WordPress data-capture page for HR using ACF (Advanced Custom Fields), translating requirements into a maintainable admin interface and consistent front-end output.
Digital Project Coordinator at Age Cymru Gwent
July 1, 2021 - February 1, 2023Liaised with external IT providers to maintain IT equipment and logs, providing first-line technical support for staff. Owned website content updates, keeping pages accurate and up to date. Ensured GDPR compliance and ethical data handling when managing CRM data and client engagement activities. Coordinated cross-functional digital projects, helping prioritise work and manage stakeholder expectations.
Web Developer at PrinterCo.net
November 1, 2017 - September 1, 2023Customised WooCommerce listing PHP templates and checkout flow (PHP hooks/filters) and delivered editable page layouts for the business using WPBakery. Achieved a 59 DA score and secured the top 5 position on Google SERP by employing several SEO tactics.
Education
Qualifications
BSc Degree: Cyber Security
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026A Level: B Art, C Computing, C Maths
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026GCSE: 7 at grade C and above, including English, Maths and Science
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026Google Cyber Security Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026CCNA Introduction to Networks
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026CCNA Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026Linux
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026HTML & CSS Essentials (WDE)
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026Google Data
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026Responsive Web Design
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026Google Analytics
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026HubSpot Certifications
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2026Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education
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