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About Candidate
IT professional with over 2 years of experience in system administration, technical support,
and cybersecurity. Proficient in Microsoft Active Directory, Office 365, and SIEM tools.
Strong skills in troubleshooting, network management, and implementing security
protocols. Fluent in English and Arabic, holding a Bachelor’s in Computer Science and
certifications in IT support and cybersecurity.
Key Skills
System administration & technical support
Microsoft Active Directory & Office 365
Network security & management
SIEM & EDR tools for threat detection
Programming: Java, Python, SQL
Bilingual: English & Arabic
Transferable Iqama
Salary
Nationality
Certifications
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Google Career Certificates
March 2024
https://www.credly.com/badges/b1defa9c-903e-4f9c-a5c5-
d7acd5bbc20d/linked_in_profile
Google IT Support Professional Certificate
Coursera
April 2024
https://www.credly.com/badges/2669d695-2996-49c3-9013-
27bab4d331bb/linked_in_profile
Security Operations (SOC) 101
TCM Security
February 2025
https://academy.tcm-sec.com/p/security-operations-soc-101
Training & Workshop
Projects
Elastic Stack SIEM Implementation and Security Analysis
Set up Elastic Stack SIEM in a home lab using Kali Linux VM and Elastic Agents for log
collection and monitoring.
Simulated security events with Nmap and analyzed incidents using Elastic SIEM.
Built custom dashboards and alert rules for proactive incident response.
SOC Analyst Lab Using LimaCharlie
Engaged in a lab to build skills as a SOC Analyst, utilizing LimaCharlie to streamline the
learning process.
Set up a virtual environment with two small VMs for practical, hands-on experience.
Simulated adversary behaviour to observe and craft effective detection strategies.
Developed skills in blocking cyber attacks and fine-tuning detection systems to
minimize false positives.
Implemented YARA scan triggers through customized detection rules.
Outcome: Gained a deep understanding of SOC operations and methodologies applicable
across various cybersecurity tools, positioning myself as a proficient entry-level SOC
Analyst.
SOC Analyst, limacharlie, virtualization, Detection streategies, YARA Scans, False Positive Tuning,
Detections Rules
Looking for Job Title
Iqama
Location
Education
Work & Experience
Set up new users and provided access to the intranet using Microsoft Active Directory. Managed and maintained file servers and operated the organization's firewall and administered Office accounts. Monitored internet connections for security risks and implemented the latest security protocols. Oversaw the local area network (LAN) for threats or errors.
Supported internal users by resolving basic issues with computers and network access. Documented issue resolution steps and logged all customer interactions. Assisted with the setup and teardown of workstations for employees.
