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Ahmad Al-Ja'afreh

Ahmad Al-Ja'afreh

Networks Secuirty Engineer
Riyadh

Summary

Network Security Engineer with professional experience in implementing and maintaining network security solutions. Proficient in utilizing network and security solutions such as Infoblox DDI, Nutanix virtualization, and Palo Alto Cortex XDR. Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying and mitigating security and networking solutions.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Networks Security Engineer

IFE - Innovative Frequency Limited
05.2024 - Current
  • Configure , Manage and maintain the Infoblox DDI platform for DNS,DHCP, and IPAM .
  • Implement , manage and maintain the Nutanix virtualization environment .
  • Configure Cortex XDR and XSIAM , and monitor and analyze security alerts and incidents generated by Cortex XDR/XSIAM.

Cyber Security Trainee

National Cyber Security Center
09.2023 - 01.2024

During the training, I gained hands-on experience in various areas of cybersecurity, including Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Operating Systems Security Fundamentals, Cryptography Fundamentals, social engineering, penetration testing tools (Offensive Cybersecurity), cyber security platforms, Various Linux commands, Networking (including physical basics and various internet protocols), cloud computing, and Python.

I actively worked on exercises related to identifying and addressing vulnerabilities, fostering my practical skills. Additionally, the training emphasized teamwork and project preparation, enhancing my soft skills and collaboration abilities.

Cyber Security Engineer Trainee

SENIORS IT
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • During my internship, I actively contributed to cybersecurity initiatives, utilizing tools like McAfee Proxy to strengthen defenses. I assisted in system design, implementation, and maintenance, while also participating in security awareness training using KnowBe4. Collaborating with teams, I identified and resolved security issues and monitored threats.

Education

Bachelor of Cyber Security - Cyber Security

Balqaa Applied University
Salt-Jordan
04.2001 -

Skills

Vulnerability Assessment and Pentest

PaloAlto Cortex XDR-XSIAM

Nutanix Virtualization

Infoblox DDI

Endpoint protection

Problem-solving abilities

Team collaboration

Certification

• Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 1: Certified Associate

Timeline

NCS-Core 6.8 - Nutanix Certified Services

01-2025

NCA 6.5 - Nutanix Certified Association

12-2024

NCP-MCI 6.5 - Nutanix Certified Professional

12-2024

Networks Security Engineer

IFE - Innovative Frequency Limited
05.2024 - Current

• CCNA Cisco Certified Networks Associate

12-2023

Cyber Security Trainee

National Cyber Security Center
09.2023 - 01.2024

• Ethical Hacking Essential - Ec-council

08-2023

• Network Defence Essential - Ec-council

08-2023

• Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 1: Certified Associate

07-2023

• Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 2: Certified Associate

07-2023

• Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 3: Certified Associate

07-2023

Cyber Security Engineer Trainee

SENIORS IT
03.2023 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Cyber Security - Cyber Security

Balqaa Applied University
04.2001 -
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