Cybersecurity Engineer
Resume:
KARIM ELGHOBASHI
Irvine, California *****
**********@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-elghobashi
SUMMARY
An experienced and highly resourceful senior cybersecurity engineer with comprehensive expertise in vulnerability assessment, identity and access management, application development, staff coaching and training, and internal audits. Leverages strong analytical and diagnostic abilities while promoting cross-functional teamwork to create dynamic IAM solutions. Generates novel recommendations to extend and improve cyber protocols, tools, and methodologies. Proven success in acting as a catalyst for change to better ensure ongoing technical excellence.
Penetration Testing Data Analysis User Experience
Process Improvement SDLC Management Risk Identification
Strategic Improvement Incident Resolution Solutions Delivery Web Development
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages: Python, PHP, MSQL, HTML JavaScript, CSS, C++
Applications and Tools: Okta, Azure AD, Darktrace, CrowdStrike, KnowBe4, Splunk, Burp Suite, Kali, Metasploit
Operating Systems: MacOS, Windows, Linux
CERTIFICATION
Security+, CompTIA, 2020
EXPERIENCE
PRODEGE, LLC, El Segundo, California
Cybersecurity Engineer, 2020-2025
Enhanced overall security posture by optimizing configuration and utilization of security services to include Azure AD, OKTA, Signal Sciences, Darktrace, CrowdStrike, and others, resulting in significant reduction in security incidents while ensuring robust protection against evolving cyber threats for 1,000-plus employees and contractors.
Spearheaded comprehensive security, phishing, and privacy training initiatives using KnowBe4, resulting in heightened awareness and proactive risk identification among team members, contributing significantly to organization's security culture. Decreased phishing rate 5%.
Identified and addressed vulnerabilities via monthly internal network penetration tests using Nessus, ensuring continuous improvement in system resilience and adherence to security best practices while mitigating all critical and high vulnerabilities.
Audited security controls, users, and groups by leveraging APIs, resulting in strengthened security posture as well as more effective risk management within organization.
Executed identity and access management duties across multiple systems to streamline access processes and enhance operational efficiency, simultaneously bolstering user experience and security.
Managed privacy and risk questionnaires with partners, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Reduced risk by fostering trusted partnerships to secure and facilitate new business opportunities while enhancing organization's reputation for security and integrity.
Orchestrated external penetration testing activities by collaborating with HackerOne and other external partners, leading to identification and mitigation of critical vulnerabilities before exploitation while achieving fortified external defenses and enhancing resilience against cyber threats.
WH4, Los Angeles, California
Application Developer, 2019-2021
Developed software solutions proficiently using Python, ESRI, and Particle, combining expertise in these technologies to create tailored and effective solutions. Leveraged Python for versatility, ESRI for geospatial analysis, and Particle for seamless integration and delivered robust and customized software solutions.
Crafted bespoke solutions by harnessing GPS APIs, addressing specific requirements and enhancing functionality. Implemented custom solutions with precise alignment to user needs and maximized utility of GPS functionalities.
Leveraged integration of technologies and implementation of customized solutions, contributing to development of efficient and innovative software solutions while meeting user and stakeholders needs.
THOM MEREDITH DESIGNS, Los Angeles, California
Web Application Developer, 2015-2018
Engineered dynamic web applications for non-profit organizations as well as eCommerce platforms, employing versatile tech stack encompassing PHP, MySQL, WordPress, MVC, Python, REST, Linux, and Git.
Leveraged advanced technologies to deliver robust, feature-rich web solutions to help significantly enhance B2C client capabilities and bolster operational efficiency.
Enhanced user experiences and drove business success by refining existing web applications.
Improved software development lifecycle processes and optimized usability, resulting in substantial cost savings of $250,000-plus in labor expenses, business benefits, and operational excellence.
BLEND, Los Angeles, California
Web Application Developer / System Administrator, 2011-2016
Led team of five direct reports, including front-end developers, and directed development of web applications for diverse sectors, including live video streaming, online gaming, and eCommerce. Leveraged comprehensive tech stack (including PHP, MySQL, WordPress, MVC, Python, REST, Node.js, Linux, AWS, Git, and Ansible) to deliver robust and innovative solutions.
Designed and developed front and back-end website technology to drive business growth in compliance to meet financial audit requirements, enabling initial public offering for Baby Jogger while driving expansion distribution to global chains, including Target and Wal-Mart.
Implemented national live streaming service for Hyundai, enabling efficient employee training through custom solutions and contributing to live streaming capability for training implementation at 800+ U.S. dealerships.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
SELF-EMPLOYED, Orange County, California, Web Application Developer, 2006-2010. Engineered variety of web applications for multiple, private creative media outlets.
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
TRILOGY / 2U EDUCATION, Los Angeles, California, Cybersecurity Engineer Teaching Assistant – Part Time, 2020-2021. Facilitated three cybersecurity bootcamps, delivering essential support to instructor and guided cohort of 20 students. Contributed to comprehensive learning by ensuring collaborative and enriching environment. Tutored cybersecurity students worldwide, offering personalized guidance to foster enhanced understanding and proficiency in cybersecurity via conducive learning atmosphere. Undertook role of quality assurance for curriculum, reviewing and correcting existing cybersecurity curriculum. Ensured security content met high standards of accuracy and relevance, elevated overall quality of educational material, and improved effectiveness of cybersecurity education.
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY, Berkeley, California Masters of Information and Cybersecurity, 2024
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT IRVINE, Irvine, California B.S., Information and Computer Science, 2006
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Cybersecurity Boot Camp, UCLA Extension, 2020
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