Hossam (Osama) Abdelaziz
Freelance Cybersecurity Specialist
Experience
Feb 2025 - Present
1 yearEgypt
Freelance Cybersecurity Specialist
Freelance Cybersecurity Specialist
- Conducted deep-dive vulnerability analysis and penetration testing for multiple clients, identifying critical security gaps before exploitation.
- Developed sophisticated automation scripts in Python for log parsing and real-time threat detection to streamline security monitoring.
- Engineered secure desktop application architectures by implementing encryption, authentication, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
- Performed risk assessments on diverse digital assets, providing clients with comprehensive remediation roadmaps to strengthen data integrity.
Jul 2023 - Jan 2025
1 year 7 monthsCairo, Egypt
Red Team Leader
Huawei
- Led adversary emulation operations to evaluate system resilience, identifying critical architectural vulnerabilities through manual and tool-based testing.
- Analyzed network protocols and services to discover manual entry points, utilizing Nmap and Metasploit to validate exploitation paths.
- Collaborated with blue team units to enhance detection capabilities and refine SOC workflows based on simulated attack data.
- Authored detailed technical findings and mitigation recommendations for development teams, ensuring 100% remediation of critical findings.
Jan 2022 - Jun 2023
1 year 6 monthsFaiyum, Egypt
Full-Stack Engineer
VTS
- Architected secure backend systems using PHP, Node.js, and MySQL, focusing on preventing OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
- Implemented secure login flows, session management, and data encryption protocols to protect sensitive user information.
- Analyzed web application vulnerabilities during the development phase, reducing post-deployment security patches by 30%.
- Optimized database performance and security through regular audits and query refactoring.
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Cyber Security Analyst with hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, threat detection, and incident response. Expert in Adversary Emulation and Security Automation, with a proven track record of leading Red Team operations at Huawei. Skilled in analyzing network and system vulnerabilities using advanced tools like Wireshark, Nmap, Burp Suite, and SIEM platforms. Proficient in bridging the gap between offensive security and defensive mitigation through custom Python and PowerShell development.
Skills
Core Security:
- Network Traffic Analysis
- Manual Vulnerability Assessment
- Exploit Development
- Incident Response
- Ids/ips Monitoring
Security Tools:
- Splunk (Siem)
- Elk Stack
- Wireshark
- Nmap
- Nessus
- Burp Suite
- Metasploit
- Cobalt Strike
- Owasp Zap
Systems & Infrastructure:
- Firewall Configuration
- Log Analysis
- Malware Analysis
- Endpoint Protection
- Cloud Computing (Huawei Cloud)
Automation & Scripting:
- Python (Security Tools Development)
- Powershell
- Java
- Javascript
- Php
- Node.js
Attack Vectors:
- Sql Injection (Owasp Top 10)
- Arp Spoofing
- Mitm Interception
- Brute-force Testing (Hydra, Medusa)
- Https Stripping
Soft Skills:
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Technical Documentation
- Team Collaboration
Languages
Arabic
NativeEnglish
AdvancedGerman
IntermediateEducation
Oct 2023 - Jun 2027
Nahda University
Bachelor’s degree · Computer Science · Egypt
Certifications & licenses
Soc Analyst (Advanced)
Profesio
Hccda – Big Data (Huawei Cloud Certified Developer)
Huawei
Network Penetration Testing
Ine Security
Crta - Certified Red Team Analyst
CyberWarfare Labs
Ejpt - Junior Penetration Tester
Ine Security
Introduction To Ai And Data Science
Profesio
Effective Leadership
Hp Life Foundation
Cyber Security A To Z (Server & Network Attack)
Sty It For Marketing
Hcia-Ai Learning Course
Huawei
Fortinet Certified Fundamentals In Cybersecurity
Fortinet
Hccda - Cloud Computing & Data Analytics
Huawei
Southern Africa Region Ehs Course (Cyber Security/Privacy)
Huawei
Ccna - Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco
Introduction To Big Data & Data Analysis
Profesio
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