Mohamed Elkhalifa
Security Engineer
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Dependable in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings.
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Focused NETWORK & SECURITY CONSULTANT with impressive track record in collaborative, cross-functional teamwork within high-pressure environments. Adept at project planning and managing multiple accounts at once. Dedicated to improving company sales goals and meeting business objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network & security consultant
Presidential Court
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01.2021 - 04.2025
- Directed day-to-day operations with security team, overseeing both physical and cyber security efforts, ensuring proactive threat mitigation and rapid incident resolution
- Implemented centralized Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system, improving real-time threat detection and incident response capabilities
- Coordinated vulnerability scanning, patch management, and penetration testing activities, ensuring that potential weaknesses were swiftly addressed
- Developed incident response procedures, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities in event of security breach
- Worked with cross-functional teams to drive security awareness and training programs for employees at all levels
- Managed relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring that security solutions and services met organizational standards
- LED quarterly security assessments and audits, providing detailed reports to senior management and recommending action plans
- Assisted in design, implementation, and maintenance of security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems
Network & Security Engineer
Ministry of Presidential Affairs
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01.2005 - 01.2021
- Advocated for best practice adherence amongst colleagues, fostering culture of cybersecurity consciousness.
- Identified potential threats with comprehensive risk assessment strategies, enhancing prevention mechanisms.
- Maintained network stability through consistent monitoring and troubleshooting efforts.
- Collaborated with IT team to reinforce company-wide cybersecurity awareness.
- Implemented strong user authentication procedures, reducing chances of unauthorised access attempts.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced firewall configurations.
- Piloted regular penetration testing exercises, identifying weak spots in existing security framework.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure optimal delivery of top-tier security products and services.
- Conducted regular vulnerability assessments for improved cyber-security measures.
network Engineer
Amricana Computer
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Designed and implemented scalable, high-performance network infrastructures for enterprise clients, improving network availability by 90% through redundancy and load balancing
- Configured and managed Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring secure and optimized network traffic flow across multiple locations
- Monitored network performance using tools such as SolarWinds, PRTG, and Nagios, resolving network bottlenecks and reducing downtime
- Developed network security policies and implemented secure VPNs, firewalls, and access control lists (ACLs) to safeguard sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access
- Conducted troubleshooting and resolved complex network issues related to routing, switching, and performance in both on premise and cloud-based environments
Network Administrator
Sudan TV
01.2001 - 01.2004
Education
MBA - IT
SIKKEM MANIPAL
Delhi 01.2006 - 01.2008
B.Sc. Honors - Computer Engineer
Computer MAN College - For Science and Technology
Khartoum 01.1995 - 01.2001
Skills
- Security Leadership: Team management, cross-functional collaboration, strategic planning, executive communication
- Risk Management: Risk assessments, business continuity, disaster recovery, threat analysis
- Incident Management: Incident detection, response protocols, post-incident analysis, forensics
- Cybersecurity: Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, SIEM (Splunk, Log Rhythm, ELK Stack), endpoint protection
- Vulnerability Management: Penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, patch management
- Budgeting & Resource Allocation : Security budgeting, vendor management, cost optimization
- Business Acumen: Aligning security strategies with business objectives, risk-based decision making
- Network Security : Firewalls, VPNs, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), Routers & Switches
Certification
CISSP (Training),
GCIH – GIAC Certified Incident Handler,
SANS Web App Pen Testing,
CCNA, CCNP,
MCSE,
Juniper Certifications (JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP),
Palo Alto EDU-210,
F5 BIG-IP LTM Specialist,
Pulse Secure PCS/PPS,
Forcepoint DLP,
BlueCoat BCCPA/BCCPP,
AI, Customer Service, Protocol Training
Accomplishments
§ The installation of multiple Juniper intrusion detection and prevention systems.
§ The Design and installation of Palo Alto firewall as perimeter Firewall.
§ Secure network installation for a reputable physical offices over VPN tunnels using Palo Alto VPN.
§ Implement the load balancer and WAF system F5 .
§ Design and install the Pulse secure VPN system for Secure Remote Access with full HA and testing environment.
§ Design and configured the Pulse workspace Enables Secure Mobility as the mobile MDM.
§ Replace Pulse MDM with Ivanti-Mobileiron MDM.
§ Design and installation for the Air-watch MDM.
§ Design and implement the GTM for MOPA.
§ Design and implement the DNS firewall Infoblox automated and intelligent DNS traffic control.
§ Design and configure OTP system TALAS Thales that enables multi-factor authentication
§ The installation of redundant core firewall system in a major group. The installation is based on 2 Juniper ISG2000s with IDP blades, NSM server and 2 SA2000s
§ The installation of GPRS network and running tracking services for package delivery based on juniper firewalls.
· Provide full Study Design and installation for the BLACKBERRY all systems (MDM, workspace, AWINGU).
· Provide full Study Design and installation DLP system using Forcepoint .
Custom
- Ahmed Al-hassani, Head of IT Department, Presidential Court, +971505594446
- Haitham Saif, Regional Sales Manager, Juniper Networks, +971566441003
- Ayman Tawaya, Sales Manager, Palo Alto, +971506624221
Timeline
Network & security consultant
Presidential Court
01.2021 - 04.2025
MBA - IT
SIKKEM MANIPAL
01.2006 - 01.2008
Network & Security Engineer
Ministry of Presidential Affairs
01.2005 - 01.2021
network Engineer
Amricana Computer
01.2004 - 01.2005
Network Administrator
Sudan TV
01.2001 - 01.2004
B.Sc. Honors - Computer Engineer
Computer MAN College - For Science and Technology
01.1995 - 01.2001
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