Omar Ali

Aspiring Cybersecurity Professional | GRC & Cloud Security Focus | ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer | BSc Cybersecurity Student | Open to Internships & Entry-Level Roles

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

About

Motivated cybersecurity student at the University of Salford, passionate about GRC and Cloud Security. Currently pursuing CompTIA A+ certification with plans to obtain Network+, Security+, ISO 27001, and cloud security certifications (AZ-500, CCSK, GPCS). Focused on building a career that merges compliance, risk management, and cloud-based security solutions. Open to placements and entry-level roles in security analysis, governance, risk, and compliance.

Experience

  • Senior Sales Manager at Reach 8
    Jul 2023 - Oct 2023 · 4 mos

    Interviewing & Recruitment • Represented the company in candidate interviews, employing structured, behavior-based questioning and calibrated push-back techniques to accurately assess cultural fit, sales potential, and coachability. Sales Training & Team Development • Designed and delivered tailored sales training focused on high-impact skills such as persuasive tonality, confident body language, objection handling, and strategic conversation flow. • Consistently led by example, fostering a high-performance culture and mentoring new hires through early-stage development to ensure a strong, scalable foundation for team growth. Performance Leadership • Oversaw individual and team performance metrics (KPIs), using data-driven insights to optimize productivity and maximize campaign results. • Actively coached team members toward target achievement, balancing accountability with support to maintain momentum and morale.

  • Senior Sales Associate at Group P Ltd
    Mar 2023 - Jul 2023 · 5 mos

    Customer-Facing Sales Execution • Engaged directly with over 100 customers daily, adapting communication strategies to suit diverse audiences and handling objections with professionalism and poise. • Utilized advanced sales frameworks — including impulse curve management, indifference techniques, and strategic closing transitions — to consistently exceed conversion benchmarks.