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Hi, I am Juled Mardodaj Cyber Security Engineer working as SOC Analyst

"Enthusiastic Cyber Security | Bridging the Gap Between Security and Vulnerabilities | Continuous Learner and Cyber Security Engineer"

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Juled Mardodaj
Currently working on Red Team Analystics

Of course I'm sure half the people there hate me and half the people like me

- Kevin Mitnick

#experience

Security Operations Center Analyst

Autoriteti Kombetar Per Sigurine Kibernetike (AKSK) / National Cyber Security Authority November 2025 – Present

Perform continuous monitoring of network traffic and security alerts using SIEM tools. Investigate suspicious activities, analyze logs, and identify indicators of compromise (IOCs).

Execute incident response procedures, document findings, and provide recommendations for security improvements. Support vulnerability management and threat hunting initiatives.

Team Albania (National Cyber Security Authority) | ECSC 2025

Purple Team OCT 2025 – OCT 2025

Represented Team Albania at the European Cyber Security Challenge (ECSC) 2025. Worked in a floater role within the Purple Team — managing services, monitoring tools, and supporting both defensive and offensive operations.

Gained valuable experience in teamwork, adaptability, and real-world cybersecurity problem-solving under pressure.

Alpine Edge

Junior DevOps JUL 2025 – November 2025

Previously completed a DevOps internship at Alpine Edge, where I gained hands-on experience with Kubernetes, AWS, and Terraform to manage cloud infrastructure and automate deployments. This role strengthened my skills in container orchestration, cloud services, and infrastructure as code (IaC).

Kubernetes AWS Terraform Docker

Alpine Edge

DevOps Internship DEC 2024 – MAY 2025

As a DevOps internship at Alpine Edge, worked with Kubernetes, AWS, and Terraform to manage cloud infrastructure and automate deployments. This experience deepened my understanding of container orchestration, cloud services, and infrastructure as code.

NetSpace Albania

Member JAN 2023 - PRESENT

Helping to organize and maintain the hackerspace. Responsible for day-to-day operations and assisting with events and all activities that take place in the hackerspace.

Matias Travel

IT Specialist JUN 2023 - JAN 2024

In my previous position, I developed and implemented effective solutions to enhance the website's performance and data security. Through an innovative approach to technology, I contributed to updates and improvements to these platforms to meet the growing needs of clients and the team.

Alesio 2014

Monitoring Security CCTV JAN 2021 - FEB 2022

Maintaining the security footage of the company and projecting all the possibility moves for the workers.

#ctf-achievements

3rd Place

Sky Express Cyber Wave Tirana

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GhostWare proudly claimed 3rd place at Sky Express Albania, competing against top talent in the cybersecurity field. We showed up, locked in, and made it count. This win is all about hustle, brains, and team synergy.

3rd Place

BSides Tirana Winner

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Grep_Exploit proudly claimed 3rd place at BSides Tirana, competing against top talent in the cybersecurity field. This achievement highlights our dedication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork in tackling complex challenges.

3rd Place

BSides Pristina Winner

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Our team achieved 3rd place at BSides Pristina, showcasing our expertise in solving advanced cybersecurity challenges. It was a great opportunity to put our skills to the test and collaborate in a competitive environment.

#projects

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Eagle Farm
Python CTF Attack/Defense Exploit Farm

🦅 Eagle Farm

Team Albania's Attack/Defense CTF Exploit Farm. Advanced tool for managing and deploying exploits during A/D CTF competitions.

Shovel
JavaScript Suricata Web Interface IDS

Shovel

Web interface to explore Suricata EVE outputs. Makes intrusion detection system logs easily accessible and analyzable.

Steganalysis Suite
Python Steganography LSB RGB Chi-Square

Steganalysis Suite

Comprehensive, professional-grade steganography detection system designed for digital forensics, cybersecurity research, and law enforcement.

Hidden But Not For You
Python Website Reconnaissance Directory Enumeration

Hidden But Not For You

Python-based directory scanning tool crafted for website reconnaissance and information gathering.

Find Me
Python Steganography LSB Data Extraction

Find Me

Python-based steganography tool for hiding and extracting information within images using LSB technique.

Arise
Shell Package Management Ubuntu

Arise Package Manager

Simple yet powerful package manager for Ubuntu with efficient dependency resolution and system maintenance.

#certifications

Certified Web Red Team Analyst

Cyber Warfare Labs

NOV 2025

Physical PenTest Fundamentals

Course Stack, Inc

NOV 2025

OpSec & Anonymity for Red Teams

Course Stack, Inc

NOV 2025

Introduction to Red Team Operation Management

Course Stack, Inc

OCT 2025

Ethical Hacker

Cisco

JUN 2025

Cyber Security Essentials

Cisco

JUN 2025

Cyber Drill Act Now 2025

SIM SPACE

MAY 2025

3rd Place Cyber Wave Tirana

Sky Express Albania - IT security company

MAY 2025

Integrating Advanced Algorithms and Machine Learning for Cybercrime Investigations

Canadian Institute Of Technology

MAY 2025

Cyber Threat Intelligence 101

arcX

APR 2025

Live Fire | Red Team VS Blue Team

NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY AUTHORITY

APR 2025

Cyber Security Fundamentals

CISCO

FEB 2024

Python Programming

IER ACADEMY

APR 2021

#skills

Cyber Security

Penetration Testing Network Security Threat Intelligence Red Team Operations Blue Team Essentials Purple Team

DevOps & Cloud

Kubernetes AWS Terraform Docker CI/CD Infrastructure as Code

Programming

Python Shell/Bash TypeScript

Tools & Technologies

Linux Git VSCode Neovim Burp Suite Wireshark Metasploit and more ...

Specializations

Steganography Digital Forensics Web Security CTF Competitions OSINT

#about-me

Hello, I'm Juled Mardodaj!

I'm a passionate Cyber Security Engineer from Tirana, Albania, currently working as a SOC Analyst at Autoriteti Kombetar Per Sigurine Kibernetike (AKSK) / National Cyber Security Authority. I specialize in bridging the gap between security and vulnerabilities while continuously learning and growing in the cybersecurity field.

With experience in Red Team and Blue Team operations, I represented Team Albania at ECSC 2025 as part of the Purple Team. I've competed in multiple CTF competitions, earning podium finishes at Sky Express Cyber Wave Tirana, BSides Tirana, and BSides Pristina.

Currently pursuing my Master's degree in Network and Cyber Security at the Canadian Institute of Technology while working with cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, AWS, and Terraform.

About Juled

#education

Master's in Network and Cyber Security

Canadian Institute of Technology, Tirane

OCT 2024 – Present

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Aleksander Moisiu, Durres

OCT 2021 – Sep 2024

Python Cisco Certified

Ier Academy, Tirane

APR 26 2021

#contacts

I'm interested in freelance opportunities, cybersecurity projects, and collaboration opportunities. However, if you have any other request or question, don't hesitate to contact me!