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Mohamed Ali Saif Al Yousfi

Muscat,Oman

Summary

A seasoned cybersecurity professional with expertise in threat intelligence, SOC operations, and incident handling. Demonstrates proficiency in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and digital forensics. Skilled in utilising SIEM tools such as Splunk and ELK for comprehensive log analysis and information security audits. Adept at technical reporting and documentation, fostering team collaboration, and leading with adaptability and problem-solving acumen. Committed to advancing cybersecurity measures through leadership and coaching while pursuing innovative solutions to safeguard digital assets.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2030
2030
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Cybersecurity Specialist

Ministry of Defense
Muscat
04.2018 - 07.2025
  • Led Information Security Awareness programs and cyber hygiene training.
  • Conducted system and software penetration testing and security audits.
  • Performed vulnerabilities assessment and risk reporting.
  • Managed and operated SIEM tools (Splunk, Elastic, etc.) for log analysis and incident response.
  • Reported incidents and collaborated with SOC team to mitigate threats.
  • Served as technical liaison for the Incident Response and Engineering teams.
  • Conducted digital forensic investigations in over 30 cybercrime-related cases.
  • Ensured compliance with IT governance standards including ITIL v3, NIST, ISO 27001.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Engineering

Middle East College

Diploma - Computer Engineering

High College of Technology
01.2012 - 01.2016

Skills

  • Cybersecurity & Threat Intelligence
  • SOC Operations & Incident Handling
  • Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment
  • Digital Forensics & Log Analysis
  • SIEM Tools (Splunk, ELK, Elastic, etc)
  • Information Security Audits
  • Technical Reporting & Documentation
  • Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Adaptability & Problem Solving
  • Leadership & Coaching

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA PenTest+
  • CNVP (Certified Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional)
  • CSA (Certified SOC Analyst)
  • CTIA (Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst)

Languages

Arabic
English

Timeline

Cybersecurity Specialist

Ministry of Defense
04.2018 - 07.2025

Diploma - Computer Engineering

High College of Technology
01.2012 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Engineering

Middle East College
Mohamed Ali Saif Al Yousfi