Abubaker Elbasir
McLean,NV
Summary
Trusted Network Security Engineer with 7 years protecting companies against bad actors who disrupt business operations. Serves as primary safeguard against external threats. Educates colleagues on best practices and network safety protocols. Protects networked assets through both preventive and reactionary measures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Security Engineer
Fannie Mae
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with stakeholders to understand network security requirements and design Zscaler solutions accordingly.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Implemented, configured, and optimized Zscaler cloud-based security platforms to ensure effective protection against cyber threats.
- Conduct assessments of current network security architecture and recommend improvements aligned with Zscaler best practices.
- Configured and manage policies for secure internet access, data loss prevention (DLP), and threat prevention within the Zscaler environment.
- Conduct troubleshooting and issue resolution for Zscaler-related incidents.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Zscaler solutions with other security tools and technologies.
- Provided guidance and training to IT teams on Zscaler usage and best practices.
- · Served as the main point of contact for all incident and service issue escalations directed to the Major Incident Management team.
- · Provided operational support for Zscaler environments, ensuring smooth functioning and troubleshooting any issues arise.
- · Worked with the existing infrastructure, particularly focusing on Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) deployment and SSL VPN tunnels.
- · Managed and coordinated troubleshooting and recovery efforts between support teams and vendors.
- · Implemented/maintained Endpoint Security Systems, Documentation and ticket management
- · Managed access control to the Splunk infrastructure via authentication.conf and authorize.conf
- · Preformed primary duties including processing conversions, emergency terminations and after-hours support
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.
- Evaluated emerging security technologies and made recommendations for implementation in alignment with company objectives.
- Spearheaded cloud migration projects, ensuring secure data transfer and storage across all platforms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish robust network security strategies and policies.
- Managed successful integration of multi-factor authentication systems, improving overall access control measures.
- Worked with teams to develop company-wide information assurance, security standards and procedures.
- Established effective cybersecurity awareness training programs for employees, reducing human error-related incidents significantly.
- Increased efficiency in incident resolution times by automating repetitive tasks through scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
- Partnered with vendors to evaluate new products that offer improved security features while maintaining costeffectiveness.
- Sustained optimal sender score on two IPs, enhancing inbox delivery and corresponding metrics while improving delivery metrics from 50% to 10%.
Security Engineer
Fannie Mae
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Design and implement micro-segmentation strategies using Illumio's Adaptive Security Platform (ASP)
- Analyze application traffic flows and create secure micro-perimeters around critical assets
- Develop and maintain Illumio security policies, rules, and enforcement points
- Collaborate with application owners, infrastructure teams, and security analysts to understand security requirements
- Monitor and troubleshoot Illumio deployments, ensuring optimal performance and security
- Stay up-to-date with the latest Illumio product releases, features, and best practices
- Provide training and support to other teams on Illumio's micro-segmentation solutions
- Participate in incident response and forensic investigations related to Illumio deployments
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of security processes and procedures
- Managed the PCE 19.x upgrade which provides multiple enhancement features
- Preformed primary duties including processing conversions, emergency terminations and after-hours support
- Provided a security review of system documentation, audit logs, rule set and configuration to validate policy compliance.such as Excel, SQL, and other query languages
- Reviewed logs regularly to detect suspicious activity patterns before they escalate into full-blown incidents, enabling rapid response efforts when necessary.
- Collaborated with IT teams to integrate security measures into software development processes, enhancing overall application security.
- Optimized existing security tools by configuring custom rulesets tailored to the organization''s specific needs, enhancing threat detection capabilities.
- Monitored agency systems and daily log events to identify potential security threats
- Sources included but was not limited to, sensor alert logs, firewall logs, content filtering logs, and Security Event Manager
- Utilized email, instant messaging, and other monitoring tools to remain abreast of current network threats
- Reviewed all incoming alerts, properly investigated and ticketed all identified potential security threats within the agency incident response-ticketing platform.
IAM Security Analyst
ASK Consulting
01.2017 - 09.2022
- Implemented multi-factor authentication to increase system protection and reduce unauthorized access risks.
- Created comprehensive documentation for IAM policies, procedures, and technical requirements to facilitate knowledge sharing among team members.
- Enhanced user experience enabling self-service password resets reducing helpdesk requests around account lockouts/password changes.
- Troubleshot complex issues related to identity systems or data integrity leading to prompt resolutions minimizing downtime or disruption.
- Collaborated with sales organization and delivered outstanding sales support to retain and grow business.
- Evaluated emerging trends in Identity Access Management technologies to incorporate cutting-edge solutions into service offerings continually.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by incorporating industry standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, or SOX into IAM programs as needed.
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive disaster recovery plans that included provisions for protecting critical identity data during emergencies or outages.
- Conducted regular reviews of access rights ensuring least privilege principles were adhered to mitigate insider threat risks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of IAM solutions into existing infrastructure.
- Improved IAM security by conducting regular audits and assessments of user access rights.
- Analyzed log files for anomalies, identifying potential intrusions or malicious activity before significant damage occurred.
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Operations Management -
George Mason University
Virgilina, VA06.2012
Skills
- Python
- Identity and Access Management
- Illumio Micro-segmentation
- Zscaler Proxy & Security
- Splunk SIEM Solution
- IAG
- Two-Factor Authentication Implementation
- Security Information and Event Management
- Firewall Configuration and Management
Certificationscourses
- CompTIA Security+
- AWS solution Architect
- AWS SysOps Administrator
Timeline
Senior Security Engineer
Fannie Mae
10.2022 - Current
Security Engineer
Fannie Mae
09.2020 - 09.2022
IAM Security Analyst
ASK Consulting
01.2017 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Operations Management -
George Mason University
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