Mohamed Safwat
Senior Consultant
Nürnberg
Summary
Experienced Security Consultant specializing in Information Protection, Data Governance, and Insider Risk Management. Skilled in implementing Microsoft Purview and other solutions to enhance data security and compliance. Expertise in designing tailored security architectures and driving positive outcomes for clients through innovative strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Consultant
adesso SE - Microsoft Competence Center
Nürnberg
03.2022 - Current
- Spearhead cybersecurity efforts for new and existing Data Governance and Protection Services in Microsoft Purview environment (focusing on areas such as Purview Information Protection, Insider Risk Management, and Data Loss Prevention) provided by IT, vendors, or provider.
- Lead initiatives to identify and mitigate insider risks using Microsoft Insider Risk Management capabilities, including proactive threat detection, investigation, and remediation.
- Developed tailored security solutions for clients, resulting in improved protection and reduced vulnerabilities.
- Implemented necessary controls and procedures to protect information system assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure or destruction.
- Collaborate closely with clients to assess their security posture, identify gaps, and recommend tailored solutions to enhance data protection, governance, and insider risk management.
Microsoft Consultant
Aurum Consulting GmbH - Microsoft Golden Partner
Nürnberg
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Provide security architecture, consulting, conception, design, development, administration, and configuration services.
- Develop and implement Data Governance frameworks leveraging Microsoft solutions such as Microsoft 365 Compliance Center and Azure Purview to ensure data integrity, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Design, implement, and manage Microsoft security solutions such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Security Center, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft 365 Defender.
- Deliver training to client teams for effective management and securing of their Microsoft environments.
- Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates.
Microsoft Cloud Engineer
Concentrix - Microsoft Deutschland GmbH
Cairo
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Analyze, customize, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop environments
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Administer Active Directory, AD Connect, M365, Azure Subscriptions, and other related tasks
- Create technical articles and blogs to guide team members and customers
- Provide technical documentation and share best practices.
- Established effective monitoring strategies using advanced analytics tools for real-time visibility into infrastructure performance metrics
Senior Pre-Sales Consultant
Connect Professional Services
Cairo
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Consult, conceive, and implement individual security solutions for more than 50 customers
- Implement and deploy Proof of Concepts (POC) on various security products
- Responded to specific customer requests, including RFP responses and industry-specific solutions.
- Give presentations and lead technical teams in conducting demos.
Senior Network Security Engineer
Al-Azhar Government Org.
Cairo
01.2014 - 04.2018
- Configure and operate Data Center Network Switches and Firewalls
- Plan and execute network infrastructure projects
- Increased network visibility by deploying advanced monitoring tools and analyzing traffic patterns for potential threats.
- Installed and maintained commercial firewall solution, working with security vendors to consistently apply best practices and software updates.
Education
BSc. Electronics And Communication Engineering -
Akhbar El-Youm University
Cairo, Egypt 05.2008 - 06.2012
Skills
Information Security
Cultural Awareness
Organizational Skills
Multitasking Abilities
Information Security
Certification
SC-100 Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Network And Security Skills
- Cisco Certified Network Associate/Professional
- Fortinet Certified Network Security Administrator/Professional
- F5-BIG-IP Administration - LTM - ASM-Q
- Microsoft Sentinel - Microsoft Defender for Cloud
- Information Security Management System ISO 27001
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional CISSP
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/01/1991
- Driving License: B
Linkedin Profile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohamedsms/
Timeline
Senior Consultant
adesso SE - Microsoft Competence Center
03.2022 - Current
Microsoft Consultant
Aurum Consulting GmbH - Microsoft Golden Partner
05.2021 - 02.2023
Microsoft Cloud Engineer
Concentrix - Microsoft Deutschland GmbH
10.2019 - 04.2021
Senior Pre-Sales Consultant
Connect Professional Services
04.2018 - 09.2019
Senior Network Security Engineer
Al-Azhar Government Org.
01.2014 - 04.2018
BSc. Electronics And Communication Engineering -
Akhbar El-Youm University
05.2008 - 06.2012