Askar Gulam Mohamed, Sr. Network & Security Engineer

Askar Gulam Mohamed

Sr. Network & Security Engineer

SEE Holding Co.Ltd

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
Experience
7 years, 5 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :7 years, 5 Months

Sr. Network & Security Engineer at SEE Holding Co.Ltd
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • My current job since November 2022

• Configuring NGFW firewalls Fortinet, Sophos, Checkpoint, SonicWall, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, and DrayTek from scratch.
• Maximizing network performance and security by monitoring and conducting regular assessments using tools like PRTG, Splunk, Nessus, and Wireshark.
• Prioritized patching based on the severity of vulnerabilities and the criticality of affected systems to enhance security posture.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and address security weaknesses in web apps like SQL injection using Burpsuite, OWASP, and various Kali Linux Tools.
• Preservation of user authentication integrity for network, email, and cloud logins via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) using MFA token applications such as SecurEnvoy, Microsoft Authenticator, Google Authenticator, and Oracle Authenticator.
• Implementation of IPS, IDS, Anti Bot, Anti Malware, Threat Prevention, and Web Filter to maximize network security.
• Device security assurance via cloud-based Anti-Virus applications (Trend Micro, Sophos, ESET, Symantec, Avast. Kaspersky)
• Website security enhancement via SSL certificate installation.
• Implementation of email security tools Mimecast, and Proofpoint to ensure email security based on protocols SPF, DMARC, and DKIM.
• Configuration and management of IT Infrastructure hosted in cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud Platform, AWS).
• Deploying virtual machines, virtual networks, storage, and other Azure services.
• Protection of the organization's data and resources by Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Integration AAD with various applications like Fortinet SSL VPN to enable Single-Sign-On using the email credentials.
• Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for controlling access to Azure resources.
• Device management applications within the organization via Microsoft Intune.
• VPN configurations (Site-to-site, DMVPN, Remote Access, Policy-based, and Route-based) using IPsec, GRE, and SSL protocols with robust security encryption algorithms.

Network Security Engineer at Prompt Information Technology
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • October 2021 to January 2022

• Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks.
• Configuring different firewalls Fortinet, Sophos, Checkpoint, Sonicwall, Palo Alto, ..
• Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring using tools like PRTG, Splunk, Wireshark, ..
• Investigating faults in the network using various network protocols.
• Configuring VLAN, STP, VTP Protocols.
• Routing and Switching Concepts like static and dynamic routing protocols RIP, OSPF, IGRP, EIGRP.
• Configuring Firewalls High Availability(HA), ACL, Object-Group, NAT, Port forwarding, IPS, IDS, Anti Bot, Threat prevention, Web filter to maximize the network security.
• Ensuring the security of the domains and subdomains by installing SSL certificates.
• Handling the control panel like Cpanel and WHM for the domain hosting servers.
• Ensuring email security using different email security protocols like SPF, DMARC, and DKIM.

IT Administrator at De'Longhi Kenwood MEIA FZE
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • January 2020 to January 2021

* Managing/Configuring/Troubleshooting IT Infrastructure Hosted in cloud platforms
(Google Cloud, AWS Cloud, ..)
* Managing/ Configuring/ Troubleshooting Gsuite.
* Managing/Configuring/Troubleshooting Office 365 and Exchange Server.
* RAID configuration in server machines (HP, Lenovo).
* Installing Server Operating System (MS Windows server

Network / Systems Engineer at Ghantoot racing And Polo Club
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • January 2015 to January 2018

• Work involving the combination of administrative assistance and technical Support.
• Installation & configuration of a company’s computer hardware, operating systems, and applications.
• Maintenance and monitoring of computer networks and systems.
• Diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults.
• Testing and evaluating new technology.
• Performing electrical safety checks on the company’s computer equipment.
• Responding to calls in a timely fashion.

IT Support Engineer at Intelligo Technologies Pvt.Ltd
  • India - Kerala
  • January 2013 to May 2014

• Keep computer systems running smoothly and ensure users get the maximum benefit from them.
• Install and configure computer hardware operating systems and applications.
• Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks.
• Talk to staff or clients through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the phone, to help set up systems or resolve issues.
• Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults.
• Replace computer hardware parts as required.
• Provide support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
  • at Anna University – Anna University Of Technology Chennai
  • April 2012

Specialties & Skills

Office Work
Desktop Support
IT Sales
IT Technical Support
Cyber Security
Network Security
Firewall and IDS/IPS
Cloud Computing
Virtualization
VPN Technologies
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Microsoft Information Protection (MIP)
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Penetration Testing
Vulnerability Assessment
Incident Response
Risk Assessment and Management
Endpoint Security
Email Security
Ethical Hacking
Encryption Technologies
Security Awareness and Training
Cloud App Security
Vendor Management
Cybersecurity Frameworks

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Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
Hindi
Expert

Training and Certifications

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2013
Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals SC-900 (Certificate)
Date Attended:
May 2022
Sophos Certified Engineer (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2022
Certified Ethical Hacker- CEH (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2023
Valid Until:
September 2026
Cisco Certified Network Associate (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2013

Hobbies

  • Movies , Music , Games