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I'm Alexander Kast.

OT Cybersecurity Engineer Information Security student Linux enjoyer

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Profile

I am a 27-year-old computer science student with a deep passion for information security and privacy. Whether I'm in front of a screen or enjoying time offline, my constant companion is my beloved dog, Lucy, who faithfully accompanies me wherever I go. Below is a picture of us at DEEPSEC 2022.



Skills

On my journey through the IT realm, I have acquired various skills through my professional experiences, university education and self-directed research. However, it is important to note that, as with most challenges, even in IT, communication is key. Alongside technical expertise, I've honed soft skills that enable effective collaboration and problem-solving.

Resume

More of my credentials.

I gained work experience through internships while attending business school, during my full-time job after graduation, and by working part-time while studying for my bachelor's and master's degrees.

Work Experience

Cybersecurity Engineer

08/2024 - Present

Wien Energie GmbH

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Cybersecurity Analyst

11/2023 - 07/2024

Foreus Intelligence GmbH

System-Administration, Security-Testing, Incident Response, Digital Forensics

Software Developer

10/2017 - 03/2021

ITdesign GmbH

Programming - focus on C#, PHP and SQL

Support - troubleshooting, bug-fixing, implementation of new requirements

Further development of various software solutions

Office assistance

2012-2017

Internships

03/2017 - Tischlerei Günter Renner

07/2014 - Interpane Isolierglas GmbH & Co. KG

07/2013 - B&B Domizil Gols

07/2012 - LSC Wenzl GmbH

Education

Master's Degree

2024 - Present

FH St. Pölten

I am currently pursuing a masters's degree in Information Security to deepen my knowledge in protecting critical infrastructure and to enhance my skills in cybersecurity.

Bachelor's Degree

2021 - 2024

FH Technikum

I completed my bachelor's degree in computer science at the FH Technikum Wien, where I gained a strong foundation in information technologie and specialised in cybersecurity.

BHAK Frauenkirchen

2011 - 2016

Business School

I attended a business school with a specialization in information technology, where I initially acquired foundational knowledge in programming and computer networking.

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Vienna
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