Ahmet Faruk Bilgin

Computer Engineer

Istanbul, Türkiye

About

Hello, I'm Ahmet Faruk Bilgin. I am a Computer Engineering student at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, particularly Operational Technology (OT) security. I actively contribute to research projects and serve as a board member of the IUCYBER Cybersecurity Club. In addition, I am involved in a broad range of security systems at Doğuş Teknoloji, with a specific emphasis on OT security, as well as IT and other critical cybersecurity areas. I’m passionate about collaborating with like-minded professionals and organizations to drive innovation and build a more secure digital future. Github: https://github.com/LotusASec

Experience

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    • Assistant Community Leader / Associate President
      Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

      As the Vice President of the IUCyber Cyber Security Club, I currently support the leadership of a passionate and dedicated team of cybersecurity enthusiasts at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa. In this role, I assist in overseeing the club’s strategic direction, organizing events, workshops, and training sessions, and fostering collaboration between students and industry professionals. I contribute to developing members’ practical cybersecurity skills, keeping the community updated with the latest trends and technologies, and strengthening the overall cybersecurity network within the university. I previously served as the Club President, stepping down after my term to ensure continued efficiency and growth in this volunteer-led community.

    • Community Leader / President
      Jun 2024 - Sep 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos

      As the President of the IUCyber Cyber Security Club, I had the privilege of leading a passionate and dedicated team of cybersecurity enthusiasts at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa. In this role, I was responsible for shaping the club’s strategic direction, organizing events, workshops, and training sessions, and fostering collaboration between students and industry professionals.

  • Cyber Security Researcher at ISTECENTER
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

    [EN] Applying cybersecurity solutions and designing secure network for ICS and IoT systems in Lab environment. Responsibilities: • Developing tools • Designing secure network (applying firewall...) • Pentesting mentioned environment. [TR] Laboratuvar ortamında ICS ve IoT sistemleri için siber güvenlik çözümlerinin uygulanması ve güvenli ağların tasarlanması. Sorumluluklar: •Tool geliştirme •Güvenli ağ ortamı tasarımı •Hazırlanan ortamlara sızma testi gerçekleştirilmesi

  • Cyber Security Intern at Doğuş Teknoloji
    Jul 2024 - Nov 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos

    I worked as an intern in the team responsible for managing Blue Team operations for our company and the clients we provide security services to. I actively contributed to threat monitoring, incident response processes, and the continuous improvement of our defensive security posture.

  • IUC AUZEM AR-GE at İstanbul Üniversitesi-Cerrahpaşa AUZEM
    Nov 2023 - Jul 2024 · 9 mos

    [TR] AUZEM (Açık ve Uzaktan Eğitim Merkezi) altında bulunan AR-GE departmanında kısmi zamanlı öğrenci [EN] Part-time student in the R&D department within AUZEM (Open and Distance Education Center)

  • Trainee at Yetkin Gençler
    Aug 2023 - Jul 2024 · 1 yr

    YetGen is a 12 week 21st Century Competencies Training Program where pieces of training such as Effective Presentation Techniques, Teamwork, Career Planning, Modelling with Excel, Information / Media / Finance / Health Literacy, Social Innovation and GirişGen, process have been organized.