Fanny Valentina Del Castillo Morales
Hi everyone, my name is Fanny. I'm originally from Colombia and moved to Australia to study IT. I’m now on the path to building a career in cyber security earning the skills, facing challenges, and figuring it all out along the way. This blog is where I share that journey: the wins, the mistakes, and everything in between. ❤️
Exploring Cybersecurity: A Beginner’s Perspective
As part of my university studies, I've been exploring the exciting field of cybersecurity. Cybersecurity is all about protecting computer systems, networks, devices, and data from digital attacks, unauthorised access, and potential damage. Throughout my learning journey, I'm discovering how cybersecurity professionals rely on essential principles, concepts, and methods to defend systems effectively.
What interest me the most about Cyber
Zero-Day Research
Exploring unknown vulnerabilities to proactively detect, analyse, and prevent cyber threats.
Hands-on with Kali Linux
Leveraging Kali Linux and its powerful tools to practically identify and mitigate security risks.
Creative Problem Solving
Combining analytical thinking and technical skills to troubleshoot cybersecurity challenges effectively.
Cyber Defence Techniques
Understanding encryption, authentication, and secure design principles to protect digital assets and privacy.
My Projects
A showcase of my work, skills, and creative solutions.
Developed and designed a budget calculator in Excel that helps a user to track income expenses and savings by utilising dynamic tables, charts and graphs.
My professional resume highlighting my skills, experience, and career goals in IT and cybersecurity.
Python-based expense Tracker App with graphical user Interface (GUI) built using Tkinter, that allows users to manage their budget, modify this, track expenses and save financial data to Json files.
My Journey
The evolution of Fanny
First Interest in technology
My journey began with a passion for technology, leading me to complete a Professional Scrum Certificate and sparking my interest in IT and agile methodologies
Started my Bachelors degree in Business
Expanded my knowledge by starting a Bachelor’s degree in Business, blending technology with strategic thinking and organisational skills.
Completed my Bachelor Degree in Business
Successfully graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Cartagena University, equipping me with valuable insights into strategic decision-making and organisational leadership
In response to global changes, we pivoted to e-commerce, offering our unique designs and virtual floral workshops to a worldwide audience.
Stepping into Finance
In May 2021, began working as a Sales Representative–Cashier at Davivienda Bank, Colombia, enhancing my customer service skills and financial knowledge in a professional environment.
Began my Journey to Australia
I embarked on an unforgettable journey, crossing five countries before finally arriving in Australia on 1st October.
Our 'Ethereal Echoes' installation, which combined holographic projections with live flowers, won the gold medal at the Chelsea Flower Show.
Started English School
Began studying English, strengthening my communication skills and opening doors for new professional opportunities in Australia.
Joined Scape as a Customer Service Representative
In May 2023, I began working at Scape in Melbourne CBD, enhancing my interpersonal and communication skills through direct customer engagement.
Started My Master’s in IT at UHE
In March 2024, I joined Universal Higher Education (UHE) to pursue a Master’s degree in Information Technology, marking a significant step toward my goal of becoming a cybersecurity professional.
Started Building My Personal Projects
Began developing personal cybersecurity and IT projects to apply my skills in real-world scenarios, deepen my learning, and showcase my passion for the field.