Belal Saad
Network Security Team Lead Engineer
Cairo
Summary
Experienced Network & Security Team Leader with 12 years in the Information Technology industry. Strong team player with a results-oriented approach. Thrives in evolving business environments and takes initiative to achieve objectives while maintaining high quality standards. Prioritizes continual self-development by staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and seeking opportunities to expand knowledge and expertise. Dedicated to enhancing skills to contribute more value to organization and team. Eager to continue learning in an attractive work environment through technical courses.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
Work History
Network Security Team Leader
Misr for Central Clearing Depository and Registry
06.2022 - Current
- Led the security team effectively, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Improved overall team productivity by implementing effective work schedules and delegating tasks based on individual skillsets.
- Mentored junior staff members in proper security procedures, resulting in increased efficiency and professionalism within the team.
- Administered, maintained, and operated existing security solutions such as Firewalls (Palo Alto, FortiGate, Cisco FTD, Cisco ASA, F5 BIG-IP), IPSs, Authentication servers, Load balancers.
- Enforce firewall policies with granular control and visibility of users and devices.
- Advanced Threat Prevention Deployment. - Established, maintain & Troubleshooting IPSEC/SSL VPNs. - Implement SSL decryption. - Web Application Firewall Implementation Strategy plan.
- Protects web apps, APIs, and mobile app backends against a variety of attacks including the OWASP Top 10.
- Research and analyze log sources utilized for the purpose of security monitoring.
- Proactive alert monitoring via email notifications.
- Maintenance planning and scheduling for upgrades, migrations & downtimes for all network/security devices.
Senior Network Security Engineer
Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry
12.2012 - 06.2022
- Optimized security configurations for routers, switches, and firewalls to improve overall system performance.
- Increased network visibility by deploying advanced monitoring tools and analyzing traffic patterns for potential threats.
- Established secure remote connectivity options for employees, enabling secure access while working remotely or traveling abroad.
- Optimized network performance through effective monitoring and troubleshooting of security devices
- Worked with teams to develop company-wide information assurance, security standards and procedures.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced firewall configurations and intrusion detection systems.
- Ensures the stability, integrity, and efficiency of the operations of DC and DR information systems
- Identify diagnose and resolve network problems
- Handling upgrades and routine hardware configuration
Technical Support Engineer
TE Data
06.2012 - 01.2017
- Provided remote assistance to clients, ensuring timely resolution of software and hardware concerns.
- Served as an escalation point for challenging technical inquiries, demonstrating expertise in product knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
- Conducted root cause analysis of technical issues, implementing preventive measures for future occurrences.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues promptly and effectively.
Call Center Representative
Vodafone Egypt (UK Account)
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
- Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
- Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
Education
Bachelor's in Computer & Information Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Modern Academy
Egypt 04.2009 - 04.2013
Skills
Investigation techniques
Key Achievements
- Collaborated with the MCDR team on a Cisco firewall migration project , upgrading from Cisco firewall modules to next-generation firewalls ASA 5555 ASA 5585
- collaborated with the MCDR team in designing and configuring the following F5 devices: BIG-IP 2200 BIG-IP i4600
- Collaborated with the team on the MCDR CA project , where MCDR is a Certificate Authority (CA) and one of the entities authorized by ITIDA to issue tokens used for electronic signatures.
The infrastructure technologies involved in this project include for example : Fortinet SIEM solution. Fortinet EDR. Fortinet firewalls. Cisco firewalls. Fortinet WAF. Cisco and Dell switches.
- Collaborated with the team on the design and deployment of the MCDR Network Modernization project , which was organized into serveral Zones, with each zone completely isolated from the others. The technology used in this project includes the following : Data center ACI-ready infrastructure ( Spine and Leaf Nexus switches ). Palo Alto firewalls Cisco FTD with FMC, Fortigate with SD-WAN technology FortiAuthenticator. F5 ( LTM and ASM modules )
- collaborated with the team on the deployment of the XDR project with Group-IB , a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, provided valuable expertise and experience.
Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English(Professional Working)
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
PaloAlto Firewall essentials, Configuration and Management
04-2024
FortiWEB Course
09-2022
Fortigate Firewall Course
08-2022
Network Security Team Leader
Misr for Central Clearing Depository and Registry
06.2022 - Current
Securing Cisco Network with Firesight Intrusion Prevention System (SSFIPS)
06-2016
Cisco Identity Services Engine Network (ISE)
03-2016
Implementing Cisco Secure Mobility Solution (SIMOS)
10-2014
Implementing Cisco Edge Network Security Solutions (SENSS)
09-2014
Senior Network Security Engineer
Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry
12.2012 - 06.2022
Technical Support Engineer
TE Data
06.2012 - 01.2017
Implementing Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
03-2010
Securing Networks with ASA Fundamentals (SNAF)
10-2009
Bachelor's in Computer & Information Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Modern Academy
04.2009 - 04.2013
Call Center Representative
Vodafone Egypt (UK Account)
01.2009 - 01.2012
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
07-2008
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