Tony Massoud, Digital Content Specialist

Tony Massoud

Digital Content Specialist

Ottawa Community Immigrants Services Organization (OCISO)

Location
Canada - Nepean
Education
Master's degree, Meng in Telecommunications and Information Security
Experience
6 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :6 years, 0 Months

Digital Content Specialist at Ottawa Community Immigrants Services Organization (OCISO)
  • Canada - Ottawa
  • My current job since November 2021

Conducted comprehensive onboarding sessions for diverse teams, ensuring seamless integration into complex IT systems.
• Developed immersive courses on the Learning Management System, aiding newcomers' successful transition and settlement in Canada.
• Utilized MySQL Workbench adeptly to navigate intricate databases, ensuring streamlined data management and security.
• Produced insightful reports leveraging Excel and Tableau, providing valuable data-driven insights for strategic decision-making and risk assessment.
• Played a pivotal role in the testing and management of the LASI Portal (www.lasi.ca), ensuring robust security measures and seamless operational functionality in line with industry standards.

CYBER-SECURITY AND TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGEMENT at Remedial Technologies Ltd. (start-up)
  • Canada - Victoria
  • My current job since January 2021

Provided expert guidance to the software development team, emphasizing the integration of robust cybersecurity protocols during the prototype building and programming stages, ensuring the creation of secure and resilient software solutions.
• Collaborated seamlessly with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, research, and business leadership, fostering an environment of cohesive organization and synergy to drive impactful and secure results in line with cybersecurity best practices.

Software Engineer at Solaires Entreprises Inc.
  • Canada - Victoria
  • September 2020 to August 2021

Researched system design strategies for smart windows and the seamless integration of intelligent systems within photovoltaic window coverings, emphasizing robust security measures and cyber-resilient architecture.
• Applied advanced methodologies for live data collection, analysis, modeling, and simulation, integrating comprehensive cost analysis to optimize system security and performance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in C++ coding for IoT devices, prioritizing security protocols and encryption practices to ensure robust protection against cyber threats.
• Contributed to the development of comprehensive IT policies, focusing on cybersecurity frameworks and best practices to fortify organizational resilience against evolving cyber risks.

ACADEMIC PROJECTS at University of Victoria
  • Canada - Victoria
  • May 2019 to August 2020

"Best Security Practices for Small Businesses" (Capstone Project): Demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the critical role of cybersecurity in businesses, focusing on implementing robust measures to safeguard small businesses from potential cyber threats. Successfully formulated a tailored response plan for a real-world case study, assessing the specific cybersecurity needs of the company and implementing effective protective measures.
"Network Penetration Testing and Defense": Applied advanced penetration testing methodologies, encompassing comprehensive phases such as information gathering, network scanning, topology analysis, and vulnerability identification to assess and fortify network security. Successfully extracted Neptune's private network information, identified potential vulnerabilities, and recommended effective defense strategies to mitigate potential cyber risks.
• "Utilizing Markov Chain for Probability Analysis": Applied advanced Markov Chain modeling techniques to analyze diverse shuffling methods, calculating the probability distribution of specific cards in a deck post-shuffling. Leveraged Markov Chain models to ensure a completely randomized deck, showcasing adept analytical skills and a strong grasp of probabilistic calculations essential for cybersecurity assessment and risk management.

GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT at University of Victoria
  • Canada - Victoria
  • May 2018 to December 2019

• Served as a teaching assistant for courses in Digital Design, Digital Signals, and Linear Circuit I, cultivating strong communication skills by effectively conveying complex technical concepts to students, fostering an environment conducive to comprehensive learning and understanding.

Education

Master's degree, Meng in Telecommunications and Information Security
  • at University Of Victoria
  • May 2021

Telecommunication networks are incredibly important to our society. From messaging and video calling to data transfers and satellite communications, these networks keep people connected and organizations thriving. And, as ever-larger volumes of information are shared, manipulated and stored, information and network security become increasingly critical to all sectors of our society. Recognizing the phenomenal growth of these fields, the University of Victoria offers a Master of Engineering in Telecommunications & Information Security (MTIS). MTIS is an intensive one-year program that prepares engineers for careers at the forefront of the telecommunications and security industries. Three consecutive terms of coursework are followed by one to three optional co-op terms, in which students gain real work experience to complement what they’ve learned in class. Outcomes UVic’s Master of Engineering in Telecommunications & Information Security will allow you to: investigate and deal with cybersecurity incidents in networks and computer systems develop security policies and procedures to secure IT infrastructure demonstrate knowledge of telecommunications networks investigate and resolve problems in telecommunications systems and their applications effectively communicate technical knowledge of security and telecommunications systems and best practices to stakeholders and the broader community

Bachelor's degree, Computer Engineering
  • at Al Shahabaa Private University
  • August 2015

Study the interactions between software and hardware in computer systems. Develop your skills in software design. Learn how computer systems integrate with the larger world.

Specialties & Skills

Content Design
Forensic Analysis
Programming
Cyber Security
Data Analysis
Multilingual: Arabic
Multilingual: French
Service oriented
Good written and verbal communication skills
Communication Networks
Critical Thinker
Costumer Service
Microsoft Office Suite
Artificial Intelligence
Wireshark
Continuous leaner
Multilingual: English
Forensics
Results-oriented
Leadership skills
Game Programming Unity

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Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Native Speaker
French
Beginner

Training and Certifications

Data Analytics (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2021

Hobbies

  • Victoria Police Department, Victoria BC/ Oct 2021 – Feb 2022
    Actively participated in the Crime Watch Program, contributing to community safety efforts and showcasing a strong sense of responsibility and civic duty.