Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Projects
Certification
Courses
References
Timeline
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Bandar Saad Alruwais

Riyadh

Summary

with robust background in IT security, specializing in safeguarding digital assets and mitigating cyber threats. Successfully implemented security protocols that enhanced system integrity and reduced vulnerabilities. Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment and incident response, ensuring comprehensive protection and swift recovery.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Security Specialist

Khatib and Alami Company
05.2024 - Current
  • Conducting penetration testing to identify security vulnerabilities
  • Implementing security measures to protect systems and networks
  • Enhanced IT security by implementing robust network monitoring and intrusion detection systems.
  • Threat, vulnerability analysis and assessment.
  • Investigation, documenting and reporting on any information security (infosec) issues as well as emerging trends.
  • Worked on SEIM
  • Use case development, Threat Hunting

IT Technical Support (Contract)

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC)
01.2021 - 05.2024
  • Replaced expired laptops and desktops while ensuring smooth data transfer for users
  • Identified and resolved hardware, software, and network issues
  • Installed and configured hardware and software systems
  • Provided ongoing technical support to users, ensuring timely resolution of issues
  • Repaired or replaced faulty components
  • Supported the roll-out of new applications and systems
  • Tested and evaluated new technologies for implementation
  • Conducted electrical safety checks on equipment
  • Managed patching and updates for operating systems and software

Tamheer Trainee

Shumua Alamal Company for Special Education and Rehab
09.2020 - 01.2021

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Cybersecurity

College of Telecom & Information Technology
11-2023

Diploma - Telecom Technology

College of Telecom & Electronics Technology
08-2020

Skills

  • SIEM Solution
  • Incident Response
  • Linux (Basic)
  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Remediation
  • Metasploit
  • Firewall configuration
  • Strong critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Decision-making abilities
  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork skills

Projects

DNS Spoofing Detection Tool, Developed a tool to protect against DNS spoofing by identifying and mitigating spoofed websites.

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+ In processing
  • MENA Information Security Conference 09/2024
  • eJPT eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester 07/2024
  • eCIR eLearnSecurity Certified Incident Responder 05/2024
  • MISK Virtual Incident Responder Program with STC 10/2023

Courses

Introduction to Information Security (Cybersecurity)
Computer Maintenance and Technical Support
Principles of Wired and Wireless Computer Networks
Information Crimes
Fundamentals of Information Security

References

  • Dr. Khalid Al-Draiwish, College of Telecom & Information Technology, Riyadh,

Email: Kad@moe.gov.sa 

Phone: +966563291955

  • Dr. Abdulaziz Al_Shmmran, College of Telecom & Information Technology, Riyadh,

Email: aalshamran@gmail.com

Phone:+966559066099

  • Mr. Abdulrahman Al-Qahtani, Manager, Data Center at SABIC,

Email: ah.abuhadeed@gmail.com

Phone: +966500697000

  • Mr. Hassan Al-Daghar, End User Support Supervisor at SABIC,

Phone: +966506753866

Timeline

IT Security Specialist

Khatib and Alami Company
05.2024 - Current

IT Technical Support (Contract)

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC)
01.2021 - 05.2024

Tamheer Trainee

Shumua Alamal Company for Special Education and Rehab
09.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Cybersecurity

College of Telecom & Information Technology

Diploma - Telecom Technology

College of Telecom & Electronics Technology
Bandar Saad Alruwais