Azad Ali Mohamed Hussain
Sr.Security System Engineer
Muscat
Summary
Senior Network Security Engineer with 14+ years of experience in IT-Network & Security Operations, Project Management, and the design and implementation of multi-vendor network solutions. Expert in managing large-scale enterprise security projects, including firewall deployments, DDoS mitigation, load balancing solutions, and advanced threat protection using F5 , Cisco ISE , FTD , Email Security , and Forcepoint DLP . Proven ability to lead migrations, implement advanced traffic management, and enhance network security through Palo Alto, FortiGate, and F5 platforms. Skilled in incident response, vulnerability management, and global network operations across diverse industries. Adept at leveraging cutting-edge tools like Wireshark, Nessus, and SolarWinds for packet analysis, vulnerability scanning, and threat detection.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Network Security Engineer
Fireware LLC
Muscat
06.2022 - Current
- Led the migration of F5 rSeries Load Balancing platforms from F5 Viprion, deploying BIG-IP LTM , AWAF , APM , GTM , DNSSEC , DNS Anycast , IPv6 , and HA provisioning for clients such as Oman Air, NBO Bank Muscat, and Vodafone.
- Implemented advanced traffic management with application switching , SSL acceleration , TCP optimization , and DoS/DDoS mitigation ; supported Oracle Database and RAC SSO integrations.
- Deployed and managed Palo Alto , FortiGate firewalls , F5 LTM , Web Application Firewalls (WAF) , Arbor DDoS , and Forcepoint DLP solutions in high-volume production environments.
- Configured, managed, and monitored Palo Alto PA-5050/PA-5260 , migrating from Checkpoint to Palo Alto using the Expedition tool; enabled features like URL filtering , User-ID , App-ID , and Content-ID for enhanced security.
- Utilized Wireshark , HPING , Nessus , NMAP , and SolarWinds for packet analysis, vulnerability scanning, and traffic monitoring.
- Executed incident response lifecycle, including deep packet analysis with Wireshark and TCPDump , analyzing phishing, DDoS threats , and conducting proactive threat-hunting activities .
- Deployed Cisco ISE for network access control, enabling secure authentication and authorization protocols like dot1x (802.1x) and MAB (MAC Authentication Bypass) .
- Supported global security operations across 29+ threat management systems using BGP and DNS redirection ; managed geographically distributed scrubbing centers.
- Conducted vulnerability assessments and remediation for email security solutions and Forcepoint DLP to ensure compliance with data protection policies.
- Optimized security configurations for routers, switches, and firewalls to improve overall system performance.
Technical Specialist – Network Security
DXC Technology
Bangalore
07.2017 - 06.2021
- Managed security devices across NA, APAC, and EMEA regions, including firewalls , VPNs , ACS , WSA/CWS , IPS , Application Firewall , and Cisco ISE .
- Configured and maintained 160+ Palo Alto Firewalls (PA200 to PA5000 series), ensuring high availability and robust security.
- Designed and allocated virtual IPs for F5 ADC using IPAM Infoblox , configured high availability, and managed virtual F5 LTM modules on VMware.
- Hosted SSL certificates on F5 platforms and configured load balancers in high-availability environments.
- Deployed and configured Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for Low Impact Enforcement mode, enhancing authentication and authorization protocols.
- Implemented Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) for advanced threat protection and integrated email security solutions to prevent phishing and malware attacks.
- Deployed Forcepoint DLP to monitor and protect sensitive data across the organization, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulatory standards.
IT Administrator – Operation & Support
Saudi Oger LTD
AlKhobar
03.2008 - 01.2015
- Provided end-to-end support for all devices hosted in Saudi Oger Ltd (Dammam) and Disaster Recovery Center (Riyadh), including DC Core , distribution , DMZ , and Access switches (L2/L3) .
- Installed, configured, and maintained Cisco Catalyst 6500, 4500, 3500, 3600, and 2900 series switches , as well as Cisco Routers 7206 VXR, 3845, and 3745 .
- Created and maintained VLANs , STP , VTP , Ether-Channel , HSRP , Inter-VLAN routing , and Port Security .
- Designed and implemented IP addressing and subnetting for various projects.
- Configured and maintained process-wise Access Control Lists (ACLs) .
- Managed routing protocols (EIGRP , OSPF , BGP , static routes, default routes, and route-maps) for multi-site connectivity.
- Supported LAN/WAN infrastructure for 210+ Saudi Oger Ltd branch offices.
- Administered firewall deployment, rule migrations, and administration for Data Center , DR , and branch offices.
- Provided support for application servers, mail databases, backup servers, tape libraries, and storage systems.
- Coordinated with NOC teams for network-related issues and collaborated with multiple teams for issue resolution.
- Conducted Network S1 calls to resolve outages, prepared Root Cause Analysis (RCA) reports, and maintained records for changes, implementations, and S1-related calls.
- Upgraded and enhanced features of Core , Distribution , and Access Switches (e.g., IOS/Hardware upgrades).
- Recommended changes to network architecture standards and reviewed proposals for new projects initiated by clients and the Saudi Oger team.
- Submitted daily network checklists and weekly/monthly dashboards to customers for health checks of critical network devices and link availability.
- Coordinated with ISPs for WAN link availability and participated in scheduled maintenance activities in Data Centers and remote locations.
- Performed periodic physical inventory verification of all network devices hosted in the Data Center and kept records up-to-date.
- Opened tickets with Cisco TAC engineers for critical incidents (e.g., high CPU utilization, MAC address flapping, DHCP issues) and implemented their recommendations.
- Ensured standardization of network devices based on auditor feedback and maintained an accurate IP addressing schema to accommodate network growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
BITS PILANI
Pune 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
AVC Polytechnic College
Mayiladuthurai,TamilNadu 04.2001 -
Skills
- Networking Protocols : L2/L3 Protocols, RIPv2, OSPF (v2/v3), BGPv4, EIGRP, IS-IS, HSRP, GLBP
- Infrastructure Services : DHCP, DNS, FTP, TFTP
- Network Management : SNMP, SSH, Telnet, ICMP, Radius, Tacacs
- Firewalls : Palo Alto (PA-5020, PA-3060, PA-3020, PA-220, PA-200), FortiGate (FG-3500F, 900G), Checkpoint
- Load Balancers : F5 LTM, GTM, BIG-IQ, BIG-IP
- Web Application Firewalls : F5 ASM
- DDoS Mitigation : Arbor AED
- Authentication Protocols : dot1x (8021x), MAB (MAC Authentication Bypass)
- Tools : Wireshark, HPING, Nessus, NMAP, SolarWinds, Panorama Management Console
- Advanced Technologies : Cisco ISE, Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD), Email Security, Forcepoint DLP
Accomplishments
- F5 Viprion to rSeries Migration : Migrated F5 Viprion to rSeries for key clients, including Asiacell, NBO, and Bank Muscat, ensuring seamless transitions and optimized performance.
- Arbor AED DDoS Solutions : Deployed Arbor AED DDoS solutions for CBO and ROP to effectively mitigate distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
- Palo Alto Panorama Implementation : Implemented Palo Alto Panorama across Oman for UTAS, enabling centralized management of all Palo Alto devices from headquarters.
- FortiGate Firewall Deployment : Deployed FortiGate firewalls across Oman HQ and branches for Bank Dhofar, enhancing network security and compliance.
- Cisco AnyConnect to F5 APM Migration : Migrated Cisco AnyConnect to F5 APM for VPN authentication, integrating two-factor authentication (2FA) for improved user security for CBO.
- Infoblox to F5 GTM Migration : Migrated the complete DNS solution from Infoblox to F5 GTM, enhancing scalability and reliability for Sohar Bank and SQU.
Certification
Palo Alto Certification : PCNSE,PCNSC,PSE
Timeline
FortiGate NSE 7.2 Enterprise Firewall
01-2027
Palo Alto Certification : PCNSE,PCNSC,PSE
03-2026
F5 Certifications: 101 (Application Delivery Fundamentals), 201 (TMOS Administrator), 301A (BIG-IP LTM Specialist), 304 (Access Policy Manager), 303 (Application Security Manager)
03-2026
Senior Network Security Engineer
Fireware LLC
06.2022 - Current
Technical Specialist – Network Security
DXC Technology
07.2017 - 06.2021
IT Administrator – Operation & Support
Saudi Oger LTD
03.2008 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
BITS PILANI
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
AVC Polytechnic College
04.2001 -
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