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Ilayda Dede

Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Program

Ilayda Dede
Nuremberg, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - Dec 2026
2 years
Berlin, Germany

Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Program

Codelabs Academy

  • Advanced applied cybersecurity training focused on offensive and defensive operations.
  • Designed and executed multi-vector penetration campaigns, including enumeration, privilege escalation, and lateral movement simulations across hybrid networks.
  • Implemented SOC automation pipelines for incident response using Python, Bash, and SIEM integration.
  • Conducted digital forensics and threat intelligence operations (malware reverse analysis, PCAP correlation, IDS/IPS rule engineering).
  • Specialized in adaptive adversary emulation, Blue-Team countermeasures, and MITRE ATT&CK–based detection strategy.
Jan 2020 - Dec 2025
6 years

IT Specialist in Application Development

Academie

  • State-approved focus on OO design with C#/.NET (Visual Studio, WPF) and relational data modeling & automation (Access, ADO, VBA), combined with organizational processes & project coordination.
Jan 2018 - Dec 2024
7 years
İstanbul, Turkey

B.Sc. in Software Engineering (English)

Üsküdar University

  • ABET-aligned, Comprehensive engineering degree emphasizing scalable software architecture, system reliability, and intelligent automation.
  • Developed and deployed multi-layered applications with a focus on data-centric design, system optimization, and user-focused innovation.
  • Coursework integrated AI-driven modeling, agile software lifecycles, and secure digital systems, bridging analytical depth with creative execution.
  • Graduated with a strong foundation in designing adaptive, high-impact software ecosystems that align with business strategy and real-world performance metrics.
Jan 2011 - Dec 2018
8 years
Nuremberg, Germany

High School (STEM Track)

Wirtschaftsschule Nürnberg & Anadolu Kiz College

Academic and Independent AI-Driven Software Prototypes

Design of Lightweight AI Modules Optimized for Latency and Signal Efficiency

Hybrid

Development of Hybrid AI Models for Real-Time Data Decision Systems

Development of Scalable App Structures Combining ML, APIs, and Encrypted Data Flow

Experiments on NLP-Driven Emotional Modeling for User Engagement

Exploration of Cloud-Based Automation for FinTech and Security Frameworks

Innovative Integration of Psychology and Technology in App Design

Research on Algorithmic Market Behavior and Adaptive System Learning

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Education (15 years) and Information Technology (9 years).

Education
Information Technology

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology (9 years), Product Development (8 years), and Project Management (6 years).

Information Technology
Product Development
Project Management

Summary

Experienced Software Engineer & Cybersecurity Specialist with a proven background in AI automation, cloud security, and scalable data systems. Delivered measurable performance gains through secure system design and predictive automation for fintech and cybersecurity environments. Passionate about machine learning-driven trading systems and advanced software architecture, combining analytical depth with real-world impact. Recognized for bridging technology, strategy, and security to deliver innovation-ready, resilient digital ecosystems.

Skills

  • Software Architecture: Design End-to-end, Maintainable Architectures And Automation Pipelines That Scale Securely Across Cloud Environments, With Focus On Clean Modular Design, Testing Strategy, And Performance Observability.
  • Cyber And Network Security, Encryption, Forensic Analysis: Hands-on In Penetration Testing, Encryption, Soc Monitoring, And Incident Analysis, Building Detection Strategies Aligned With Mitre Att&ck And Automating Playbooks To Improve Response Efficiency.
  • Offensive Security And Forensics: Execute Controlled Attack Simulations (Recon, Exploitation, Privilege Escalation) And Perform Os, Network, And Malware Forensics With Chain-of-custody Documentation For Evidence Integrity.
  • Data Systems And Analytics: Model Relational And Nosql Data, Deliver Real-time Insights Through Dashboards, And Design Workflows That Translate Analytics Into Operational Decisions.
  • Cloud And Devops (Aws, Azure, Containers): Deploy And Monitor Containerized Services, Implement Least-privilege Iam, Iac, And Reproducible Environments For Compliance And Scalability.
  • Machine Learning And Algorithmic Trading: Develop Predictive Ml Models For Signal Detection And Risk Management In Algorithmic Trading Systems, Integrating Models Into Latency-aware Pipelines With Rollback Safety And Audit Logging.
  • Api And System Integration: Engineer Secure Rest And Graphql Apis With Validation, Rate Limiting, And Observability Hooks That Enable Reliable Cross-service Data Exchange.
  • Linux Systems And Scripting: Automate Operations And Investigations With Bash And Python, Designing Custom Tools To Eliminate Repetitive Tasks And Improve System Visibility.
  • Agile Delivery And Technical Communication: Drive Agile Iterations With Clear Acceptance Criteria And Concise Executive-level Reporting, Translating Technical Findings Into Business-level Impact.
  • Cybersecurity And Network Defense
  • Ai-driven Automation And Machine Learning Systems
  • Financial Technology (Fintech) And Trading Algorithms
  • Cloud Computing (Aws, Azure) And Devops
  • Software Architecture And Scalable System Design
  • Data Analytics And Predictive Modeling
  • Information Security Strategy And Risk Management
  • Digital Transformation And Process Optimization

Languages

Turkish
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2018 - Jun 2024

Üsküdar University

B.Sc., Software Engineering (English) · Software Engineering · İstanbul, Turkey

Oct 2011 - Jun 2018

Wirtschaftsschule Nürnberg & Anadolu Kiz College

High School (STEM Track) · STEM Track · Nuremberg, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Program (Certificate of Completion)

Codelabs Academy Berlin

IT Specialist in Application Development

Academie

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Where is Ilayda based?

Ilayda is based in Nuremberg, Germany.

What languages does Ilayda speak?

Ilayda speaks the following languages: Turkish (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Ilayda have?

Ilayda has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Ilayda has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years. Note that Ilayda may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Ilayda be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Ilayda would be well-suited for roles such as: Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Program, IT Specialist in Application Development, B.Sc. in Software Engineering (English).

What is Ilayda's latest experience?

Ilayda's most recent position is Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Program at Codelabs Academy.

What companies has Ilayda worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ilayda has worked for Codelabs Academy, Academie, and Üsküdar University.

Which industries is Ilayda most experienced in?

Ilayda is most experienced in industries like Education and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas is Ilayda most experienced in?

Ilayda is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Project Management.

Which industries has Ilayda worked in recently?

Ilayda has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) and Education.

Which business areas has Ilayda worked in recently?

Ilayda has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Project Management.

What is Ilayda's education?

Ilayda holds a Bachelor in Software Engineering from Üsküdar University.

Does Ilayda have any certificates?

Ilayda has 2 certificates. These include: Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking Program (Certificate of Completion) and IT Specialist in Application Development.

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