Elesawi

Resume

Education

2013 - 2018

Bachelor of Engineering - BE

Marg High Institute For Engineering and Technology (M.I.E)

Field Of Study: Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering.
Grade: Very Good. (2.92 GPA)
Graduation project: Robotic Arm with Computer Vision, showcasing proficiency in emerging technologies and project management. (Excellent)

Experience

07/2024 - Current

Network Security Engineer

Banque Misr

• Firewall Rule Management:: • Administer and maintain firewall policies across multiple platforms, including Palo-Alto firewall, FortiGate, and Cisco ASA; • Ensure firewall rules are correctly configured, optimized, and aligned with security policies, improving traffic flow and reducing network vulnerabilities.; • Applied expertise in rule management to prevent unauthorized access while minimizing network disruptions.; • Worked closely with other teams to regularly update rulesets to reflect changes in security policies.
• Access Control Implementation:: • Handle requests for new access according to InfoSec approvals, ensuring secure access is granted to the appropriate users or systems.; • Regularly coordinate with internal teams to verify the need for access, balancing business functionality with security compliance.
• VPN Configuration and Management:: • Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot site-to-site and SSL VPNs to ensure secure communications between internal systems and external partners.; • Ensured seamless connectivity by promptly resolving VPN issues, enabling uninterrupted operations for remote users and business partners.
• Palo Alto Panorama Management:: • Utilize Palo Alto Panorama to centralize firewall management, streamline security policy updates, and enhance visibility across the network.
• FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer Administration:: • Manage the FortiManager for centralized firewall management and use FortiAnalyzer for log analysis, troubleshooting, and reporting, improving incident response times.; • Leveraged FortiAnalyzer to proactively detect anomalies, helping to identify and respond to potential security threats quickly.
• Automation:: • Developed Python scripts to automate firewall rule management and streamline bulk editing of firewall configurations, increasing efficiency and reducing manual errors.

07/2023 - 07/2024

Network Security Engineer

Raya Information Technology

Resident at Banque Misr, actively contributing to the security infrastructure.
Deployed and configured key security appliances including Forti-Gate, Forti-Manager and Forti-Analyzer.
Managed and maintained Palo-Alto NGFW with Panorama.
Configured and maintained site-to-site VPNs and SSL VPNs, ensuring secure communication.
Implemented and updated security policies, contributing to enhanced network security.
Assisted in the migration of existing firewall configurations, showcasing adaptability.
Troubleshot and resolved VPN connectivity issues promptly, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
Engaged in daily tasks such as implementing and changing security policies.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams for effective security measures and configurations.

06/2023 - Current

Instructor (Part Time)

NTI - National Telecommunication Institute

Lecturer for cybersecurity students of NTI under the supervision of the Ministry of Communications.
Applied Design Thinking methodology and hands-on-labs in teaching cybersecurity principles, resulting in an engaging and effective learning experience for students.
EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacking Instructor with expertise in delivering comprehensive courses on ethical hacking. Skilled in applying Design Thinking methodologies, facilitating hands-on labs, and instructing on network security principles. Proven ability to collaborate with students and incorporate industry best practices to ensure alignment with current cybersecurity trends.
Cisco CyberOps Associate Instructor with a focus on delivering comprehensive courses in cyber operations. Proficient in teaching network intrusion analysis, incident response, SOC operations, and threat intelligence integration. Skilled in facilitating hands-on labs and incorporating real-world scenarios to provide students with practical experience. A commitment to continuous learning and collaboration to ensure alignment with the dynamic field of cybersecurity.

07/2023 - 09/2023

Instructor (Part Time)

MASA for Training and Consulting at Thebes Academy

Cybersecurity Instructor with expertise in delivering comprehensive courses on ethical hacking. Skilled in applying Design Thinking methodologies, facilitating hands-on labs, and instructing on network security principles. Proven ability to collaborate with students and incorporate industry best practices to ensure alignment with current cybersecurity trends.

06/2023 - 09/2023

Instructor (Part Time)

YAT Learning Centers

Lecturer for cybersecurity students of Digital Egypt Cubs Initiative (DECI) under the supervision of the Ministry of Communications and in cooperation with UDACITY
Provided instruction on cybersecurity principles and practices to students, utilizing a methodology based on Design Thinking and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) concept as part of the United Nations program
Collaborated with Udacity, a leading online learning platform, to incorporate industry best practices and emerging trends into the curriculum

05/2023 - 07/2023

Network Security Engineer Trainee

BARQ Systems

Shadowed employees to gain insight into installing, configuring and troubleshooting APEX One.
Shadowed employees to gain insight into installing, configuring and troubleshooting Forti-Gate
Shadowed employees to gain insight into installing, configuring and troubleshooting Forti-Manager
Shadowed employees to gain insight into installing, configuring and troubleshooting F5 LTM & ASM

07/2021 - 06/2022

Electrical Site Engineer

ECS - Cairo Business Park Project

Experienced Electrical Site Engineer with a proven track record in executing and overseeing electrical works at construction sites. Skilled in resource management, project planning, and ensuring quality control. Adept at providing technical support and collaborating with cross-functional teams for successful project execution:
Implementation and Oversight:

Execute and supervise various electrical works at the construction site.
Allocate and manage resources for workforce, materials, and equipment.

Planning and Analysis:

Plan construction methodologies and recommend optimal options.
Interpret construction drawings and ensure compliance with standards.

Technical Support:

Provide engineering support to electrical workgroups at the site.
Collaborate with mechanical and civil groups for seamless project execution.

Project Management:

Plan and execute electrical works, aligning with project timelines.
Manage resources efficiently to support project goals.

Quality Control:

Implement and verify electrical works to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Ensure adherence to construction drawings and relevant specifications.

Courses & Training

02/2023 - 05/2023

Modern Defensive Security Solutions

NTI, Digital Egypt Youth Initiative

Developed proficiency in various security appliances, including ASA, FortiGate, Forti-Manager, Forti-Analyzer, Forti-SIEM, FORTI-Web, Palo-Alto NGFW and Sophos Firewall, through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios.
Developed my Soft skills such as communication and team working, through various scenarios and situations.

09/2022

Network Attacks and Mitigations

NTI

Learned and Applied:

Foundational security concepts, principles, and best practices.
Network intrusion analysis techniques for threat detection.
Endpoint threat analysis and computer forensics skills.
Understanding of security policies, procedures, and compliance.
Security monitoring practices for real-time threat identification.
Incident response strategies for effective mitigation.
Operations of a Security Operations Center (SOC).
Visualization of security data for enhanced decision-making.
Integration of threat intelligence into security operations.

Developed Skills:

Threat detection and analysis within network traffic.
Incident handling and mitigation strategies.
Computer forensic analysis for investigating security incidents.
Continuous security monitoring practices.
Understanding SOC operations and workflows.
Security data visualization for effective communication.
Adherence to cybersecurity policies and compliance.
Integration of threat intelligence for proactive defense.
Collaboration and communication with cybersecurity professionals.
Continuous learning mindset in the dynamic cybersecurity field.

Application:

Actively contributed to the analysis of network traffic for threat detection.
Applied incident response strategies to mitigate security incidents.
Utilized computer forensic analysis for investigating security events.
Participated in SOC operations, including real-time security monitoring.

08/2022

Ethical Hacking and Network Monitoring

NTI

Learned and Applied:

Comprehensive understanding of ethical hacking techniques.
Foot-Printing, Reconnaissance, and Vulnerability Analysis.
System hacking techniques and procedures.
Sniffing, Social Engineering, DDoS, and Session Hijacking.
Use of network monitoring tools to identify attacks against protocols and services.
Methods to prevent malicious access to networks, hosts, and data.
Investigation of endpoint vulnerabilities and attacks.
Evaluation of network security alerts.
Analysis of network intrusion data to identify compromised and vulnerable hosts.

Developed Skills:

Proficient in ethical hacking techniques.
Expertise in identifying and mitigating network vulnerabilities.
Skilled in analyzing and responding to network security alerts.
Competent in preventing malicious access to networks and data.

Application:

Applied ethical hacking methodologies for comprehensive network security.
Utilized network monitoring tools to identify and counteract attacks.
Investigated and mitigated endpoint vulnerabilities and attacks.

07/2022

CCNA

NTI

Learned and Applied:

Network topology implementation.
Configuration of Cisco routers and switches.
Setup and management of VLANs and Layer 2 protocols.
Configuration of routing protocols, particularly OSPF.
Implementation of IP services, management, and monitoring protocols.
Securing network devices through techniques like Port Security.
Troubleshooting network issues for prompt issue resolution.

Developed Skills:

Expertise in configuring routers, switches, and network devices.
Proficiency in routing and switching.
Implementation of network security measures.
Troubleshooting network issues.
Network management skills.
Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment.

Application:

Actively involved in the implementation and configuration of Cisco networking equipment.
Contributed to the establishment of efficient network communication.
Applied security measures to ensure the integrity of network devices.
Successfully resolved network issues through systematic troubleshooting.

Certificates

12/2023

Fortinet Enterprise Firewall 7.0 Administrator

Certification Link

09/2023

Fortinet FortiManager 7.0 Administrator

Certification Link

04/2021

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Certification Number: ECC7126593480
Certification Link