Ahmed Eldemrdash

• Develop and execute IAM strategies, roadmaps, and policies aligned with organization's security and business objectives.
• Orchestrated collaborative effort to gather requirements and insights for PAM and IAM implementations, liaising with various teams and stakeholders
• Crafted comprehensive Scope of Work for Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity and Access Management (IAM), ensuring alignment with organizational vision and business needs
• Defined key objectives, functionalities, and integration requirements for PAM and IAM, facilitating foundation for effective and aligned access management
• Identified and engaged relevant stakeholders, ensuring broad-based support and alignment with organization’s goals.
• Develop and maintain identity governance and administration processes, including provisioning, de-provisioning, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Implement identity lifecycle management tools to automate user account management.
• Ensure IAM solutions comply with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., NCA )
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments of IAM systems to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain IAM metrics and reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
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• Implemented comprehensive strategies for encrypting data at rest, encompassing both structured and unstructured data
• Developed and executed solutions for encrypting data in motion, enhancing security of data transfer and communication channels.
• Protected sensitive data by designing and implementing encryption solutions for secure communication channels.
• Implemented multi-factor authentication for all users, strengthening access controls and preventing unauthorized system access.
• Monitored systems for signs of suspicious activity using advanced analytics tools, proactively identifying potential risks.
• Authored security and vulnerability reports, detailing logged incursions and suggesting remediation efforts.
• Advised executive leadership on industry trends, helping them make informed decisions regarding cybersecurity investments.
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• Managed Endpoint Protection, EDR, IPS/IDS, DLP,ATP, FIM systems
• Expertly perform proactive, real-time security monitoring, adeptly identifying and responding to security events and incidents across suite of security solutions
• Skillfully triage and conduct preliminary investigations of security events, utilizing advanced tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, ticketing systems
• Execute thorough configuration and vulnerability scans, generating detailed reports and offering strategic recommendations to enhance organization's security posture
• Vigilantly protect data and information systems from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction, ensuring integrity and confidentiality of critical assets
• Performing vulnerability scanning, tracking, and facilitate remediation of vulnerability management findings.
• Analyzed security incidents post-resolution, identifying areas for improvement in both technical controls and incident response processes.
• Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention systems.
• Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, resulting in streamlined operations and enhanced organizational capabilities

Led incident response activities, effectively managing and mitigating security breaches and minimizing their impact on operations

• Assisted in monitoring of network traffic and system logs for unusual activities, contributing to early detection of potential security incidents
• Configured and maintained IDS/IPS solutions to effectively detect and prevent malicious activities, significantly reducing incidence of successful cyber attacks
• Implemented and fine-tuned UBA platform to analyze user activities and detect anomalous behavior indicative of insider threats or compromised credentials, significantly improving incident detection rates
• Real-time security monitoring; managed SIEM, IDS/IPS
• Contributed to implementation of application whitelisting initiatives, collaborating with IT teams to identify and approve essential applications while blocking potentially harmful programs.
• Evaluated emerging technologies for potential adoption in enhancing the company''s overall security posture

• Provided technical expertise in security technologies; led significant migration projects
• Specialize in analysis, design, and development of fully integrated, multi-vendor cybersecurity solutions, showcasing deep understanding of diverse security technologies and platforms
• Operate in project-centric manner, taking lead in implementing new technologies and overseeing significant migration projects, demonstrating adept project management and technical skills
• Develop and establish comprehensive procedures and documentation for technical security controls, ensuring robust security frameworks and compliance with industry standards
• Provide expert guidance and education to clients on operating system functions and features, empowering them to effectively maintain and manage security architecture post-project completion.
• Provided expert consultation on a wide range of information security topics, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their risk management strategies
• Improved overall security posture with the implementation of advanced monitoring systems
• Designed secure network architectures that provided robust protection against cyber attacks while maintaining operational efficiency

• Managed IT infrastructure; implemented security policies
• Spearheaded migration to virtualized server environment, achieving notable cost savings and improved system scalability
• Established robust backup and disaster recovery framework, markedly improving organization's resilience to data loss and system failures.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy customized IT solutions, meeting specific organizational needs
• Reduced downtime with proactive system monitoring and timely issue resolution
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that led to more efficient workflow processes within IT department
• Facilitated smooth transitions during mergers or acquisitions through effective integration of disparate IT environments

• Oversaw server infrastructure; conducted system transitions
• Lead design and implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity architecture across server infrastructure services, ensuring optimal security, service availability, and data integrity
• Strategically manage and secure Active Directory environments, focusing on robust replication schedules, site links, and boundary definitions to strengthen network security
• Expertly administer server operations in virtualized environment, leveraging proficiency in system transition strategies such as V2V and P2V, enhancing system resilience and security posture
• Architect and refine Exchange Server environments, applying advanced migration techniques and optimizing server performance to meet evolving needs
• Spearhead development and management of network devices, integrating cutting-edge security measures to safeguard network infrastructure against emerging threats
• Formulate and execute forward-thinking Annual Work Plan for server systems projects and services.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy customized IT solutions, meeting specific organizational needs
• Implemented robust data backup solutions, ensuring business continuity in the event of data loss or system failure
• Designed scalable infrastructure to support organizational growth while minimizing costs and maintaining performance standards
• Coordinated system migrations with minimal disruption to business operations through careful planning and execution
• Evaluated emerging technologies to determine potential benefits for integration into existing systems
• Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability

• Designed network systems; managed Active Directory
• Provide technical support to end-users, including troubleshooting hardware and software problems, assisting with software installations and upgrades, and addressing user inquiries and requests
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect organization's systems and data
• Provide comprehensive support for email systems, including configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting, ensuring reliable communication channels within organization.
• Simplified troubleshooting processes by creating detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices
• Enabled smooth transitions during hardware and software upgrades, minimizing disruptions to endusers
• Worked with users to determine areas of technology in need of improved usability
• Diagnosed and resolved complex technical issues through in-depth analysis, facilitating uninterrupted business operations
• Provisioned new software and hardware for use, following established security policies
• Assisted in capacity planning efforts to ensure sufficient resources were available for future growth while avoiding unnecessary expenses related to underutilized assets