AWS
Syed Fahad Hussain Zaidi
Fahad Hussain
Islamabad
Summary
Information Security Specialist with passion for aligning security architecture plans and processes with security standards and business goals. Extensive experience developing and testing security framework for cloud-based software. Versed in robust network defense strategies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
IT Specialist
Savvital
6 2022 - Current
- Engineered threat intelligence framework in Microsoft ATP, slashing phishing susceptibility by 30% and enhancing real-time threat detection
- Spearheaded implementation of ISO 27001-compliant security policies, achieving certification in 6 months and bolstering overall security posture
- Orchestrated comprehensive network security overhaul, resulting in 70% reduction in critical vulnerabilities and 50% decrease in security incidents
- Automated 25+ security workflows using cloud-based tools, improving incident response time by 40% and operational efficiency by 60%.
- Designed comprehensive IT policies to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention tools.
- Used metrics to monitor application and infrastructure performance.
IT Officer
Roots International Schools
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Monitored endpoints, firewalls and Active Directory detecting critical vulnerabilities
- Enforced patching and multi-factor authentication, reducing privileged account escalation breaches
- Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- Maintained 24/7 availability for critical system support issues ensuring minimal disruption to day-to-day operations.
- Streamlined helpdesk operations through the development of efficient ticketing systems and workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
PMAS Arid Agriculture University
Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Cyber Threat Intelligence
System Administration
SIEM - Splunk, ELK Stack
Endpoint Protection
Vulnerability Assessment
Network protocols
Certification
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks
Professional Highlights
- As an IT professional, I implemented a sophisticated cyber threat intelligence program, which reduced the attack surface by 40% through proactive threat hunting and analysis.
- Engineered a robust cyber defense architecture by combining SIEM technologies (Splunk and ELK Stack) to handle 15 TB+ of daily data, resulting in a 65% increase in threat detection.
- Administered cloud-based systems for over 1000 users, creating a zero-trust architecture and maintaining 99.99% uptime.
- Automated 50+ security workflows, reducing incident reaction time from hours to minutes while improving overall cybersecurity posture.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureCareer advancement401k matchWork from home optionFlexible work hoursAccomplishments
- Achieved 100% result by introducing automations with accuracy and efficiency.
Work Availability
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Software
Microsoft Azure
Splunk
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Interests
Coding
Gaming
Timeline
IT Officer
Roots International Schools
10.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
PMAS Arid Agriculture University
04.2001 -
IT Specialist
Savvital
6 2022 - Current