faisal alshammari
Riyadh
Summary
To join/pursue a challenging opportunity with a company or organization where I can apply my major study and experience knowledge and be an effective member in.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Security Operation Engineer
Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority
01.2025 - Current
- Managing and configuring Palo Alto Panorama to centrally administer multiple firewalls and enforce security policies.
- Administering Kaspersky AV to protect endpoints from malware and cyber threats.
- Operating Proofpoint Email Gateway , including DLP (Data Loss Prevention) , to prevent data leaks and safeguard email communications against phishing and malicious attacks.
- Managing MDM (such as VMware Workspace ONE) to secure and monitor mobile devices.
- Supporting and maintaining VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) for secure remote access.
- Implementing DataPatrol for watermarking to enhance data security and prevent unauthorized information leaks.
- Monitoring security events and responding to potential incidents to ensure a secure IT environment.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced firewall configurations and intrusion detection systems.
- Collaborated with IT teams to develop comprehensive incident response plans for potential security breaches.
Network and System Engineer
AUFGC
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Design, configure, and deploy network components (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points).
- Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure efficient operations.
- Implement and maintain network security (firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection).
- Perform upgrades and apply patches to network infrastructure.
- Manage network protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs).
- Develop and maintain network documentation.
- Collaborate on network projects and initiatives.
- Design and maintain IT systems (servers, networks, storage).
- Manage Cisco Unified Communications for call setups and user management.
Education
Bachelor Of Computer Engineering -
University Of Hail
Hail2021
Skills
- Firewall
- Network operations security
- Security platform
- Flexibility to work under pressure and to adapt to any work environment
- Flexible to change and fast learner
- Excellent in Interpersonal effective communication and Teamwork
- Vulnerability assessment
- Network security management
Courses And Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS)
- Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) - 1005797
Projects
Infrastructure Transformation: Infrastructure Transformation Project Manager, Transfer 32 On-Premise servers to Oracle Cloud. Firewall project, Firewall Project Manager, Establish a new FortiGate Firewall instead of the old Cisco Power Firewall. SharePoint Implementation, SharePoint implementation project manager.
Languages
Arabic(Native)
English.
Timeline
IT Security Operation Engineer
Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority
01.2025 - Current
Network and System Engineer
AUFGC
01.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor Of Computer Engineering -
University Of Hail
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