MOHAMEDALI SAIF AL YOUSFI
Experienced cybersecurity professional with expertise in threat intelligence, SOC operations, incident response, and network security. Proficient in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and digital forensics. Skilled in using SIEM tools such as ArcSight, Cisco Secure Network Analytics (SNA), and Fortinet (FortiAnalyzer / FortiSIEM) for log analysis, threat detection, and security monitoring. Experienced in configuring and managing Cisco and Huawei switches, including VLAN configuration, network troubleshooting, and infrastructure support. Adept at technical reporting, documentation, team collaboration, communication, adaptability, problem solving, leadership, and coaching. Committed to advancing career goals within the cybersecurity domain while contributing to organisational security initiatives.
Work History
Cybersecurity Specialist
8 Years 4 Months- Led Information Security Awareness programs and cyber hygiene training for staff to promote secure digital practices.
- Conducted systems and software penetration testing and security audits to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Performed vulnerability assessments and produced detailed risk reports for improved security posture.
- Managed and operated SIEM tools (ArcSight, Fortinet (FortiAnalyzer / FortiSIEM), Cisco Secure Network Analytics (SNA),etc.) for log analysis and incident response, identifying and responding to security incidents in real-time.
- Reported incidents promptly and collaborated closely with the SOC team to mitigate threats and minimize risks.
- Served as a technical liaison between the Incident Response and Engineering teams to ensure a seamless response to security incidents.
- Conducted digital forensic investigations in over 30 cybercrime-related cases, identifying root causes and providing evidence for legal proceedings.
- Ensured compliance with IT governance standards including ITIL v3, NIST, and ISO 27001.
- Implemented network security measures to protect critical infrastructure from external and internal threats, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
- Conducted regular network security assessments to ensure ongoing protection and prevent potential breaches.
- Resolved critical technical issues with cloud services, ensuring smooth operations.
- Configured and managed Cisco and Huawei network switches.
- Implemented VLANs, trunk and access ports, and switch security policies.
- Performed network troubleshooting and resolved Layer 2 connectivity issues.
Education
Bachelor of computer Engineering - Information Security (Cybersecurity)
GPA: 3.2 Second Class, Upper Division / Very Good
Diploma - Computer Engineering
Skills
Certification
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA PenTest+
- CNVP (Certified Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional)
- CSA (Certified SOC Analyst)
- CTIA (Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst)
- ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- Forensic Analysis