Melvin Sekhon
melvinsekhon@hotmail.com

Curious fresh graduate with a passion for networking, programming and system administration. I am experienced in configuring, troubleshooting, and securing networks and always eager to expand my knowledge in emerging technologies.

Experience


Web developer (Internship)
March 2022
 — 
August 2022
Synapxe
  • Modernized legacy SharePoint sites into responsive portals using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap, resulting in improved page load times and enhanced mobile usability.
  • Enhanced navigation and user experience by designing and implementing multi-level navigation menus and interactive contact and feedback forms that reduced navigation steps and boosted overall engagement.
  • Optimized system integration by resolving conflicts between SharePoint’s legacy CSS and modern Bootstrap frameworks, streamlining styling and improving cross-browser compatibility.
  • Contributed to timely project delivery by collaborating with cross-functional teams to complete project tasks ahead of planned deadlines.
  • Improved documentation and onboarding processes by creating comprehensive user guides and technical documentation, streamlining maintenance and reducing developer onboarding time.
Surveillance Operator (Internship)
June 2019
 — 
September 2019
Fonda Global Engineering
  • Worked closely with a team of surveillance specialists to monitor CCTV footage, identifying and reporting illegal parking violations.
  • Managed Digital Surveillance System (DSS) alerts, analyzing violations while filtering false alarms.
  • Verified license plates and maintained rule boxes in DSS system, optimizing detection accuracy.
  • Created and submitted verified cases to HDB, ensuring compliance with enforcement procedures.

Projects


Network Security Project
November 2022
 — 
February 2023

I used real Cisco routers and switches to create an enterprise network with Site to Site VPN with another router connected to my school network in between to act as an ISP. I was the team leader which allowed me to configure both network and server.

  • STP Security
  • Port Security
  • EtherChannels
  • Site to Site IPsec VPN
  • DHCP Snooping
  • Dynamic ARP inspection
  • TFTP Server with restoration of startup config
  • PXE Server
Bob-blog
July 2022
 — 
September 2023

A simple, responsive personal blog template built with Astro and Tailwind CSS.

  • tagging for quick searching similar to dev.to
  • SEO optimization
  • Lightweight fuzzy-search with fuse
Red Owl
August 2024
 — 
December 2024

A Wordle game built using Flutter

  • Implemented engaging gameplay mechanics, optimizing user experience
  • Published on the Google Play Store

Education


Nanyang Polytechnic
April 2020
 — 
April 2023
Diploma in Infocomm and Security (3.75)
  • DB1101 - Basic SQL
  • CS2011 - Java Introduction
Institute of Technical Education
April 2019
 — 
April 2020
Higher Nitec in Systems & Networks (3.8)
Institute of Technical Education
January 2017
 — 
December 2018
Nitec in Info-Communications Technology (Networking & Systems Administration) (3.0)

Certificates


Google IT Automation with Python
October 2022
Google
Google IT Support
September 2021
Google

Awards


Director's List 2021/22 Semester 2
April 2022
Nanyang Polytechnic

The Director’s List honors top students in a full-time diploma each semester. To qualify, you must be in the top 15% of your cohort, maintain a full study load (or at least 80% with credit transfers), and pass all modules.

Director's List 2021/22 Semester 1
September 2021
Nanyang Polytechnic

The Director’s List honors top students in a full-time diploma each semester. To qualify, you must be in the top 15% of your cohort, maintain a full study load (or at least 80% with credit transfers), and pass all modules.

Edusave Certificate of Academic Achievement (2021 & 2022)
August 2021
Ministry of Education (MOE) Singapore

The Edusave Certificate of Academic Achievement is awarded to students who rank in the top 25% of their cohort but do not qualify for bursaries.

CDC & CCC ITE Scholarship (2017 & 2018)
April 2017
Community Development Council / Citizen’ Consultative Committee (CDC/CCC)

The CDC/CCC-ITE Scholarship is awarded to the top 10% of GCE ‘N/O’ level entrants in each Nitec and Higher Nitec intake at ITE.

Languages


English:
Native speaker

Skills


Programming Language:
Python, Dart, C#, Javascript
Scripting & Automation:
Bash, Ansible, Terraform
Operating Systems:
Windows Server, GNU/Linux, Cisco IOS
Networking:
LAN/WAN, VLANs, TCP/IP, SNMP, BGP, OSPF

Interests


Reading:
science fiction, fantasy

References


Erlich Bachman

It is my pleasure to recommend Richard, his performance working as a consultant for Main St. Company proved that he will be a valuable addition to any company.