About Me
Cybersecurity Analyst & Full-Stack Developer with 7+ years of experience building and securing applications. Founder of Umayyad Institute of Technology. Advanced academic recognition in cyber-investigation from Polytechnique Montréal. Track record of successful field operations coordinated with law enforcement. I bridge offensive security, full-stack engineering, and threat intelligence. Trilingual (Arabic, French, English) and passionate about automating security workflows.
My Journey
I'm Yasser Hori, also known as Sozenka — a Syrian cybersecurity student at Polytechnique Montréal based in Montreal. My journey merges formal technical education with creative expression and hands-on learning.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Cybersecurity at Polytechnique Montréal with 5+ years of personal study in security concepts. I hold Google, IBM, Cisco, and NASA cybersecurity certifications and completed a DCS in Mathematics and Computer Science, building strong foundations in programming and analytical thinking.
Beyond security, I'm a visual artist creating cover art for musicians, and I develop educational programs for teaching programming and robotics. My goal is to combine technology with meaningful impact in education and creative expression.
Current Focus
Bachelor's in Cybersecurity at Polytechnique Montréal (2025-2028) • Google, IBM, Cisco & NASA Certified • 250+ Visual Projects • Technology Education Programs
Cybersecurity Analyst & Founder
Cybersecurity Analyst & Full-Stack Developer with 7+ years building and securing applications. Advanced academic recognition in cyber-investigation (100% grade) and field operations coordinated with law enforcement. Founder of Umayyad Institute, specializing in cybersecurity education.
Full-Stack & Security Architect
Architecting Zero-Trust systems, SIEM solutions, and decentralized applications. Expertise in Python, C++, TypeScript, React, and cloud security. Built production tools for threat intelligence and automated offense/defense workflows.
Educator & Technical Leader
Lead Instructor at Group L'Enfant Génie (100+ students). B.Sc in Cybersecurity (Polytechnique Montréal). 12+ certifications including IBM, Google, Cisco, and NASA. Teaching advanced robotics, AI, and cybersecurity curricula.
Digital Strategist & Brand Builder
Designed full institutional branding for tech startups and academies. Custom UI/UX design, technical architecture, and digital asset management across multiple organizations and high-performance student groups.
Let's Connect
Interested in collaborating on projects, discussing cybersecurity topics, or learning about educational technology? I'd love to connect and explore opportunities together.
Let's ConnectEducation & Experience
Education & Professional Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity
Current EducationPolytechnique Montréal
Advanced cybersecurity education at Canada's leading engineering school. Specializing in cyber-investigation and threat analysis.
Certificate in Cyber-Investigation
Specialized CertificatePolytechnique Montréal
Academic distinction: Algorithmic Disinformation Forensics (Grade: 100%) - Faculty citation: "Exceptional, worthy of a professional Intelligence Analyst"
DCS in Mathematics and Computer Science
DiplomaCollège de Bois-de-Boulogne
Strong foundations in mathematics, programming (Java), and analytical thinking.
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate
Professional CertificateIBM
Kali Linux, Burp Suite, vulnerability assessment. Credential ID: WB9GB24D4FLL
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Professional CertificateThreat analysis, ethical hacking, Python, Linux. Credential ID: B3R6WOOT3B48
IBM Ethical Hacking Certificate
Professional CertificateIBM
Advanced offensive security techniques and penetration testing methodologies.
Cisco Introduction to Cybersecurity
Professional CertificateCisco
Network security fundamentals and security systems overview.
NASA Open Science 101 & Essentials
Professional CertificateNASA
Open science principles and collaborative research methodologies.
Learning AI Through Visualization
Professional CertificateColumbia University
AI/ML concepts visualized for practical understanding and implementation.
CCEP – Certified Cybersecurity Educator Professional
Professional CertificationRed Team Leaders
Advanced cybersecurity education and training methodologies.
Work Experience & Projects
Founder & Architect
Umayyad Institute of Technology
Founded an online specialized institution for cybersecurity and IT education targeting Syrian and Arab communities. Designed full academic curriculum (Certificate in Cyber Defense & Intelligence, 10 courses over 30 weeks), built institutional identity and branding, architected full-stack web platform.
Lead Instructor (AI & Robotics)
Group L'Enfant Genie / UCMAS
Heads Robotics and Coding department; authors custom C++/Python curricula for 100+ students. Serves as internal Lead Developer and Digital Strategist; built secure full-stack management tools and manages brand identity. Teaches UCMAS Mental Math and logic-based robotics.
Full-Stack Developer & Security Freelancer
Freelance / Self-Employed
Launched production-grade websites managing full lifecycle from brand identity to secure database architecture and API integration (JWT/RBAC). Developed custom Python scripts for security automation and data processing.
Technology Education & Teaching
Personal Initiative
Designed custom technology programs: Arduino robotics, AI/ML fundamentals, web development. Created interactive learning modules for hands-on practical experience.
Live Threat Operation (Honeypot & Arrest)
Independent / Laval Police Service Coordination
Designed and deployed honeypot marketplace listing to identify fraud suspect with counterfeit currency. Applied OSINT to profile threat actor and coordinate live operation resulting in arrest and asset recovery. Demonstrates end-to-end threat intelligence and law-enforcement liaison.
Visual Arts & Creative Work
Freelance Artist
Created 200-250+ visual projects including cover art for musicians, 3D animations, music video visuals, and photography. Credits available on Muso.ai platform.
My Projects
Showcasing my development work from 25+ coding projects and educational programs, spanning full-stack applications, security systems, data analytics platforms, and technology education initiatives.
Coding Projects
Full-stack applications, security systems, data analytics platforms, and specialized tools. From music industry databases to network monitoring and cryptocurrency platforms.
Live Threat Operation – Honeypot & Arrest
🎯 FIELD OPERATION: Designed and deployed a decoy marketplace listing to identify a fraud suspect with counterfeit currency. Applied OSINT techniques to profile the threat actor, gathered evidence, and coordinated with Laval Police Service (SPL). Operation resulted in successful arrest and full asset recovery. Demonstrates end-to-end threat intelligence, OSINT, and law-enforcement liaison.
TabNotes – Browser Extension
FEATURED PRODUCT: A production-grade browser extension transforming the browser into a productivity powerhouse. Built with a robust full-stack architecture handling local storage, state management, and cross-tab synchronization. Currently serving active users on the Chrome Web Store.
Algorithmic Disinformation Forensics
ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONPOLYTECHNIQUE MONTRÉAL - CYBER INVESTIGATION (Grade: 100%): A forensic audit of algorithmic disinformation for the Cyber Investigation Certificate. Methodology involved creating "sock puppet" accounts to isolate algorithmic bias and using OSINT techniques to trace disinformation flows. Faculty feedback cited the work as "Exceptional" and "worthy of a professional Intelligence Analyst."
ZeroCloudSIEM
Custom Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution architected using Python and the ELK Stack. Designed for real-time log ingestion, parsing, and threat detection, demonstrating advanced capability in security infrastructure and monitoring.
HB_Recon
SECURITY RESEARCH: Advanced offensive reconnaissance tool designed to mimic APT (Advanced Persistent Threat) behavior. Automates information gathering and vulnerability scanning phases, showcasing deep understanding of offensive security methodologies.
CryptoVault
Decentralized Web3 file sharing platform focusing on privacy and encryption. Implements secure file storage on IPFS with smart contract access control, demonstrating expertise in blockchain security and decentralized application architecture.
💻 I have 25+ coding projects including TypeScript, Java, C#, C++, Python, and Shell scripts. Most repositories are private for security, client confidentiality, or ongoing development. Featured projects showcase my expertise in full-stack development, security systems, and data analytics.
Technology Education Programs
Custom educational programs I designed and taught, focusing on technology skills for teenagers.
Umayyad Institute of Technology
FOUNDER & ARCHITECT: Founded an online specialized institution for cybersecurity and IT education targeting the Syrian and Arab communities. Designed the complete academic curriculum (Certificate in Cyber Defense & Intelligence, 10 courses over 30 weeks). Built institutional identity, branding, and architected the full-stack web platform (uit-sy.com). Serves 100+ students regionally.
Group L'Enfant Génie / UCMAS - Lead Instructor
LEAD INSTRUCTOR (AI & Robotics): Heads the Robotics and Coding department. Author of custom C++/Python curricula for 100+ students. Serves as internal Lead Developer and Digital Strategist. Manages all brand identity and visual assets. Teaches UCMAS Mental Math and logic-based robotics to high-performance student groups.
Technology Teaching Programs
Custom technology education programs created for teenagers: Arduino robotics programming with IDE and hardware kits, AI/ML fundamentals and machine learning concepts, web development, and mental math techniques.
Security Engineering
7 years of practical experience in offensive security, SIEM architecture, and decentralized systems. Bridging the gap between offensive operations and full-stack engineering.
Security Engineering & Field Operations
7+ years of practical experience in offensive security, SIEM architecture, and threat intelligence. Track record of successful field operations coordinated with law enforcement. Live threat operations conducted independently, resulting in arrests and asset recovery.
Core Skills
Tools & Technologies
Certifications & Training
Full-Stack Development & Research
Building production-grade applications and security tools. Research in decentralized systems, AI safety, and secure credential management. 15+ public repositories with focus on security-first architecture.
Core Skills
Tools & Technologies
Certifications & Training
Visual Art & Design
Extensive visual portfolio with 250+ projects: hundreds of cover arts, 50+ logos and branding projects, 3D designs and animations, 50+ photography projects, 10+ video clips, and artistic direction for dozens of projects.
Cover Art & Music Visuals
Hundreds of cover art designs for musicians and artists, creating compelling visual representations that complement musical works and enhance brand identity.
Branding & Logo Design
50+ logo and branding projects, developing comprehensive visual identities that capture brand essence and resonate with target audiences.
3D Design & Animation
Extensive 3D design and animation work, creating immersive visual experiences for various projects and clients with cutting-edge techniques.
Photography & Video
50+ photography projects and 10+ video clips with artistic direction for dozens of projects, capturing compelling visuals and storytelling.
View My Work
Explore my visual portfolio across multiple platforms. From music industry collaborations to personal artistic projects spanning cover art, branding, 3D design, and photography.
Let's Connect
Interested in collaborating on projects, discussing cybersecurity topics, or connecting about educational technology and creative work? I'd love to hear from you.
Get in Touch
I'm open to serious collaborations in cybersecurity, full-stack development, and design strategy. If you're building ambitious projects in security, education, or digital sovereignty — let's connect.