Cybersecurity Engineer Penetration Tester Full-Stack Developer
More About Me
I am a passionate Cybersecurity Engineer with a solid foundation in web development and a focus on securing digital environments. As a graduate of the Digital Egypt Builders Initiative (DEBI) scholarship program, I specialize in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and real-time threat detection. Currently working as a Cybersecurity Engineer at Network Digital Solutions, I have expertise in SIEM tools, network security analysis, and digital forensics. I continuously advance my knowledge to address emerging security challenges and contribute to robust digital transformation initiatives. My technical skills span across ethical hacking, secure coding practices, and comprehensive security operations.
May 2025 - Present
Leading cybersecurity initiatives and partnerships. Facilitated key partnerships with Fortinet and Cisco, positioning the company as an authorized reseller. Solved critical service disruptions and improved system stability. Worked in pre-sales roles preparing technical proposals and conducted internal cybersecurity awareness sessions.
August 2025 - Present
Responsible for guiding students in their cybersecurity learning journey, ensuring task completion, and helping them secure freelance gigs across various platforms. Mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity professionals while developing their practical skills and career readiness.
January 2024 - December 2024
Comprehensive cybersecurity training covering penetration testing (OWASP Top 10), incident detection and response using Splunk, digital forensics with Windows artifacts analysis, and practical labs through TryHackMe. Completed Fortinet NSE 4 & 5 training on FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiSIEM.
April 2024
Intensive hands-on training in Penetration Testing, Digital Forensics, and Incident Response. Gained practical experience in real-world cybersecurity scenarios and threat detection methodologies.
September 2018 - June 2022
Grade: Very Good (80.8%)
Graduation Project: School Bus Tracking using GIS - Grade: Excellent
Responsibilities: Database design & queries, API development, Real-time handling using pusher, Multi-authentication systems. Strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
2024 - 2025
• Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management - University of California
• Cybersecurity Attack and Defense Fundamentals - EC-Council
• Google Cybersecurity Specialization - Google
• CompTIA Pentest+ Certification
2024
• FortiGate 7.4 Administrator
• FortiAnalyzer 7.4 Administrator
• FortiSIEM 6.3 Administrator
• Certified Professional Network Security
• Certified Professional Security Operations
2020 - 2024
• Jr Penetration Tester
• PHP Full stack web Development - Russian Culture Center
• Git and GitHub Essentials - IBM
• Web Fundamentals
Here are some of the key projects I've worked on, showcasing my expertise in cybersecurity, web development, and digital solutions.
Built and launched the official website for Network Digital Solutions, handling complete setup including server/DNS configuration and Cloudflare integration to improve speed and security. Implemented modern web standards and responsive design for optimal performance across all devices.
Integrated Burp Suite into a custom-built security scanner for the National Bank of Egypt, enabling automated vulnerability detection. Developed a tailored vulnerability dictionary to enhance classification accuracy and improve scan effectiveness for banking applications.
Handled full-stack development for Swiss Education's comprehensive platform, supporting 200+ training providers. Implemented optimized performance features, seamless course integration, and delivered clean UX design for enhanced user engagement and satisfaction.
I provide comprehensive cybersecurity solutions combining hands-on experience with cutting-edge security technologies. From vulnerability assessments to incident response, I deliver professional security services that protect your business and ensure compliance.
Comprehensive security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in your systems. I conduct thorough penetration tests following industry standards including OWASP Top 10, providing detailed reports with remediation strategies to strengthen your security posture.
Systematic identification and analysis of security weaknesses in your infrastructure. Using advanced scanning tools and manual techniques to discover potential threats before malicious actors can exploit them, ensuring proactive security management.
Rapid response to security incidents and breaches. Expert investigation, containment, and recovery services to minimize damage and restore normal operations. Comprehensive post-incident analysis and recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
Continuous monitoring and analysis of your security infrastructure using SIEM tools like Splunk and FortiSIEM. Real-time threat detection, log analysis, and security event correlation to identify and respond to threats promptly.
Comprehensive cybersecurity training programs for individuals and organizations. From basic security awareness to advanced penetration testing techniques. Personalized coaching to help students and professionals advance their cybersecurity careers.
Strategic cybersecurity consulting to align security initiatives with business objectives. Risk assessments, compliance guidance, security architecture review, and development of comprehensive security policies and procedures tailored to your organization.
Giza, Egypt
hossam.ali.cs@gmail.com
support@hossam.clouddefendr.com
Mobile: (+20) 1016855149