Moss Negm
Email: ************@*****.*** Phone: 469-***-**** LinkedIn GitHub TX USA
Professional Summary
Dynamic Cybersecurity Specialist with over five years of experience in penetration testing, network security, and incident response. Proven track record in enhancing security measures and reducing vulnerabilities. Passionate about protecting digital assets and improving cybersecurity maturity for organizations.
Key Skills
• Programming: Python, C++, Java, Bash, SQL-server
• Security Tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, Nessus, Splunk, Sophos, Global Protect VPN, Nmap, Crowd Strike, Route53, ADlumin, SCCM, F5 LTM/GTM, QRADAR, Sailpoint.
• Technical Skills: IAM, WAF, MFA, NIST, ISO27001, OWASP, SIEM, DLP, Entrust PKI, SnowFlake
• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure Entra-ID, MS365
• Soft Skills: Leadership, Problem-solving, Effective communication Experience
IT Support Engineer
University of Dallas, Irving, TX Jan 2023 – Present
• Provided IT support and managed system operations, ensuring consistent uptime using SolarWinds and Route53.
• Assisted in implementing SCCM for automated security patch deployment, patch management, and generating compliance reports to ensure system security and compliance.
• Supported migration of legacy PKI systems to Entrust PKI, working with teams to upgrade out-of-compliance certificates and reduce security risks.
• Collaborated with IT leadership to implement NIST-aligned security measures, enhancing network safety.
• Managed user access Azure Entra-ID, reinforcing IAM and MFA protocols.
• Resolved technical issues swiftly, maintaining seamless service delivery.
• Created and executed SQL queries to generate compliance reports, tracking certificate usage, expiry trends, and non-compliance risks.
• Resolved technical issues swiftly, including certificate configuration and troubleshooting, to maintain seamless service delivery.
• Enhanced team response readiness through proactive use of Global Protect VPN and Sophos.
• Configured switches and routers for the student dorm network, ensuring reliable connectivity and efficient network performance.
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Cloud Security Specialist (Contract)
Standarduser Cybersecurity, Denton, TX May 2022 – Mar 2023
• Managed cloud security across Azure environments, implementing NSGs, ASGs, and Azure Firewall for network security.
• Enhanced access controls using Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
• Assisted in SOC operations by integrating Azure Sentinel with Splunk via Microsoft Graph Security APl for advanced threat intelligence. Created detailed incident reports and recommendations for mitigation strategies to prevent recurring threats.
Cybersecurity Analyst (Contract)
Standarduser Cybersecurity, Denton, TX Jul 2021 – May 2022
• • Monitored and analyzed security events using SIEM CD tools - Splunk, QRadar
• Responded to and resolved security incidents, including malware infections, phishing attacks, and unauthorized access attempts.
Conducted root cause analysis for critical security incidents and documented findings in detailed incident reports.
• Utilized the MITRE ATT&CK framework for threat modeling and detection engineering. Conducted vulnerability assessments using
Tenable and Nessus.
• Developed Python script to parse and analyze logs, reducing manual analysis time. Monitored intrusion detection/prevention systems and performed root cause analysis. Developed playbooks for incident response processes to streamline and standardize SOC operations.
• Generated daily, weekly, and monthly reports to communicate SOC performance metrics and key insights to stakeholders.
Education
• MSc Cybersecurity, University of Dallas 2024
• BSc Software Engineering, London Southbank University 2021 Certifications
• COMPTIA SECURITY + 2024
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate 2024