Alex Arda Akyuz, M.S. Portfolio
Cybersecurity Professional & Founder
CyberFX Secure | SecureLearn | SilentWind
Projects
CyberFX Secure | SecureLearn
Cybersecurity Awareness Training for SMBs. SecureLearn delivers expert information security awareness training designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Through hands-on simulations, practical education, and tailored guidance, SecureLearn helps organizations identify threats, prevent breaches, and protect their most valuable data
without needing an in-house security team.SilentWind
End-to-End Encrypted Messaging Platform. SilentWind is a secure messaging platform being built on AES-256-bit military-grade encryption. Designed for businesses where privacy is non-negotiable, SilentWind ensures that every message stays between the intended parties no exceptions. Currently in active development.VulnScanPro
Web-Based Vulnerability Scanner
VulnScanPro is a web-based vulnerability scanning tool powered by Nmap, OpenVAS, and DNSRecon. It features a Nessus-inspired dashboard that gives security professionals a clear view of their attack surface, vulnerability findings, and actionable remediation insights all in one place.PhishGuard
Phishing Simulation ToolPhishGuard is a phishing simulation platform built to help organizations test and strengthen their human firewall. It enables realistic phishing campaigns that measure employee susceptibility and drive meaningful security awareness improvements.
Past Speaking Engagements
SecureWorld Detroit
Keynote Speaker
Topic: "Cybersecurity: Past, Present, and Future"
Delivered a keynote address at SecureWorld Detroit exploring the evolution of cybersecurity, the current threat landscape, and what the future holds for organizations navigating an increasingly complex digital world.Southeast Michigan Chapter of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (SEMCACFE)
Guest Speaker
Topic: Cybersecurity Awareness & Threat Landscape
Presented to fraud examination professionals on the intersection of cybersecurity and fraud prevention, equipping attendees with practical knowledge to better identify and defend against evolving digital threats.Available for speaking engagements.
SecureWorld - Detroit
Alex translates complex digital threats into clear, strategic narratives. Having presented at various industry events, he helps both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders navigate the future of information security with confidence.He holds a Master of Science in Technology Studies with a focus on Cybersecurity from Eastern Michigan University an institution recognized by the NSA for academic excellence. His academic career was marked by consistent Dean’s List honors, reflecting a rigorous approach to mastering the evolving security landscape.
My Hobbies & Fun Facts
When Alex isn't securing networks or building products, you'll find him at the chessboard or developing the next digital tool. He believes that great strategy whether in chess or cybersecurity always starts with thinking several moves ahead.Quick Fun Fact:
He is trilingual, possessing full fluency in English, Armenian, and Turkish.Areas of Interest:
Cybersecurity & Threat Intelligence
Data Protection & Privacy Compliance
Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
Security Awareness Training & Human Risk Management
Enterprise Risk Management & Mitigation
Infosec
AI-Augmented Threat Detection and LLM Security & Prompt Injection Defense
Contact
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