Edoxi gave me the confidence, practical skills, and certifications I needed to turn my passion for cybersecurity into a high-paying career in Dubai.
My Story
The Challenges
Starting my cybersecurity journey in India, I was eager to build a strong career in the field. However, I soon realised that online learning alone would not provide the practical exposure and confidence required to succeed in a competitive cybersecurity job market.
The Turning Point
After attending two online sessions of Edoxi’s Cyber Security Specialist course, I understood the real value of hands-on, classroom-based learning. Determined to gain deeper practical knowledge and real-world skills, I made the decision to fly to Dubai and continue my training in person.
About Allan Winifred
Certifications
- Cyber Security Specialist
- Certified Penetration Testing
- Professional CPENT
Location
Skills
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Threat Detection
- Security Analysis
The Learning Journey
From day one, the academic counsellor, Mr Syed, guided me with clarity and helped me choose the right cybersecurity pathway aligned with my career goals.
The classroom training led by Mrs Maria Mehwish became a turning point in my learning journey. She simplified complex cybersecurity concepts that made learning easier. Her training focused strongly on hands-on labs and real-world scenarios. This helped me build strong technical skills, confidence, and develop a clear understanding of what the industry actually expects from cybersecurity professionals.
After completing the Cyber Security Specialist course, I decided to further strengthen my skills and continue learning under the same trainer by enrolling in the Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT) program.
Career Breakthrough
With the skills, certifications, and practical exposure I gained from Edoxi, I secured an internship at Quantum Edge Distribution in Dubai, which soon turned into a full-time role as a Cyber Security Engineer.
Today, at just 22, I’m working in the cybersecurity industry, earning more than I expected and building a strong foundation for long-term career growth.
Advice to Future Cybersecurity Professionals
“If you are serious about a career in cybersecurity, invest in practical training, choose the right mentors, and don’t hesitate to step out of your comfort zone. Edoxi gave me the direction, skills, and confidence to succeed.”
Allan Winifred's Journey
Career path
Current Role
Cyber Security Engineer
- A Cyber Security Engineer builds and maintains security defences to prevent hacking, data breaches, and cyberattacks.
Previous Role
Cyber Security Intern
Certification path
Most recent certification
- Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT)
- CPENT goes beyond entry-level ethical hacking and tests your ability to handle enterprise-scale attacks.
Previously earned certifications
- A Cyber Security Specialist course teaches you how to prevent, detect, and respond to cyberattacks using real-world tools and hands-on practice.
