About & Education - Arvin Asrari

About Me

As a dedicated cybersecurity graduate student with hands-on research experience, I am deeply committed to advancing my academic journey through a PhD and further contributing to cutting-edge research. My passion for discovering innovative solutions drives my eagerness to remain in academia, where I can continue to enhance security practices while collaborating on impactful projects.

Education

Research Assistant (RA)

Jan 2023 ‐ Present

Conducting research on “Finding Proximity Vulnerabilities Using Selective Fuzzing with Memory Snapshots.”

Teaching Assistant (TA)

Sept 2023 ‐ Present

Assisted with grading and mentoring students in the course “Advanced Security Techniques”.

Key Courses

Completed Courses:

- Cryptography and Network Security

- Advanced Operating Systems

- Software Vulnerabilities and Exploits

Participations

Participant, Athack 2025 CTF Challenge Designing Team, Montreal, Canada (2025)

Participated as a key member of the challenge design team for the Athack 2025 Capture The Flag (CTF) competition. Contributed to the development of complex cybersecurity challenges, with a focus on reverse engineering, cryptography, and web exploitation scenarios. Worked collaboratively to create engaging and educational challenges that enhanced participants' analytical and problem-solving skills while maintaining a balanced level of difficulty.

Technical Skills: Burp Suite, Ghidra, Radare2, Metasploit, John the Ripper, Docker, CyberChef, pwntools, Nmap, WebGoat, Wireshark, ZAP (Zed Attack Proxy).

Participant, Northsec 2024 CTF Competition, Montreal, Canada (2024)

Competed in the Northsec 2024 Capture The Flag (CTF) competition, gaining hands‐on experience in cybersecurity challenges. Focused on brute force and SQL injection techniques, developing a custom dictionary for brute force attacks, and demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, and innovative skills.

Technical Skills: SQLmap, Linux, Bash, SQL, Soldering, Binary Analysis, Nmap.

Participant, Athack Hackathon 2024, Montreal, Canada (2024)

Secured 10th place out of 100 teams, demonstrating teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience under pressure. Participated in encryption and hashing challenges, effectively applying knowledge and self‐study skills. Successfully broke encryptions and identified embedded flags, showcasing technical aptitude and perseverance.

Technical Skills: Linux, Encryption, Bash, Radar2, Ghidra, Static Analysis, Binary Analysis.

Experience

Research Assistant Concordia University, Montreal, Canada (Jan 2024 - Present)
- Conducted research on memory corruption and Android kernel vulnerabilities, focusing on proximity vulnerabilities in wireless drivers.
- Developed a framework to emulate Android Wi-Fi drivers by collecting snapshots from memory and CPU, applying selective fuzzing techniques to identify vulnerabilities.
- Technical Skills: Linux, Kernel, C, Fuzzing, Python, Aircrack-ng, Speed-HPC.
Teaching Assistant Concordia University, Montreal, Canada (Jan 2024 - Present)
- Tutored and instructed lab sessions for master’s courses, enhancing communication and mentorship skills.
- Facilitated lab sessions, guided students through complex technical concepts, and graded assignments with precision.
- Adapted to various teaching situations, improving problem-solving and communication skills.
- Technical Skills: Machine Learning, Linux, Java, Python, HPC System Administration, Jupyter Notebook, Wireshark, Frida.
Software Engineer Rayan Pardaz Kavosh, Tehran, Iran (Mar 2022 - Dec 2022)
- Implemented Business Process Management Systems (BPMS) and Deep Digital Process Automation to optimize workflows for banks and businesses.
- Designed processes, debugged code, and analyzed data, leading to improved operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Technical Skills: Python, C, Linux, Git, BIZAGI.
IT Technician Barad Innovators Co., Tehran, Iran (Sept 2021 - Dec 2021)
- Maintained computer and server backups for organizations, ensuring data security and reliability.
- Managed critical client relationships, enhancing customer service and communication skills.
- Technical Skills: Python, Ubuntu Linux, Linux tools.
IT Internship Iranian Information Technology Organization, Tehran, Iran (May 2020 - Jan 2021)
- Contributed to electronic government policy making, assisting in the development and implementation of IT strategies.
- Conducted research on digital transformation and e-government initiatives, providing recommendations for IT infrastructure improvements.
- Provided IT support and troubleshooting, improving technical problem-solving abilities.
- Technical Skills: Linux, Wireshark, Bash.

Projects

Kernel Module Projects Montreal, Canada (Personal Project)

Developed multiple kernel modules, including function redirection, ARM64 instruction modification, and kernel panic triggers, to demonstrate advanced kernel programming techniques.
Created scripts for deploying and running kernel modules on devices, enhancing automation and debugging processes.
Technical Skills: C, Kernel programming, ARM64, Shell scripting.
GitHub: kernel-module-projects

APK Encryption Analysis Montreal, Canada (Personal Project)

Automated the analysis of APK files to detect encryption usage and analyze native libraries, utilizing radare2 and readelf for in-depth examination.
Developed scripts to decompile APKs, search for encryption keywords, and perform dynamic analysis on connected mobile devices.
Technical Skills: Shell scripting, radare2, apktool, adb.
GitHub: APK-Encryption-Analysis

Kite-based Wi-Fi and LoRa Communication System Montreal, Canada (Personal Project)

Developed a communication system using a Raspberry Pi for real-time Wi-Fi scanning and access point creation, combined with long-range LoRa communication via an ESP32 module.
Integrated a 0.96-inch OLED display for network information and optimized power usage with a LiPo battery for sustained operation.
Technical Skills: Raspberry Pi, ESP32, Arduino IDE, Wi-Fi, LoRa, OLED display integration, power management.

Docker Version Checker Montreal, Canada (Course Project)

Developed a Bash script to check and update Docker versions on Debian-based Linux distributions, ensuring systems remain secure and up-to-date.
Automated the version check and update process, enhancing system administration efficiency.
Technical Skills: Bash scripting, Docker, System administration.
GitHub: checkdocker-version

Optimization of Kernel-Level Security Mechanisms Using the Grey Wolf Optimizer (GWO) Algorithm Tehran, Iran (Bachelor’s Final Project)

Developed an optimization model for kernel-level security mechanisms using the GWO algorithm to balance security and performance.
Implemented and evaluated GWO-optimized security configurations for Access Control Lists (ACLs), SELinux policies, and AppArmor profiles, demonstrating significant improvements in security effectiveness and system performance.
Technical Skills: Python, Security policies, Kernel modules.
GitHub: Grey-Wolf-Optimizer

Tic-Tac-Toe Game using Minimax Algorithm Tehran, Iran (Bachelor’s Project)

Developed a Python implementation of Tic-Tac-Toe with an AI opponent using the minimax algorithm for optimal decision-making.
Created a user-friendly interface, making the game accessible for both human and computer players.
Technical Skills: Python, Algorithm design, Game development.
GitHub: tic-tac-toe

Languages

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English
Professional proficiency (IELTS: 7.0)