Abdelrhman Adel

Senior Network & Security Engineer

Oct 2024 - Present • 1 yr 10 mos

s a Senior Network Engineer, I design and secure enterprise networks with deep expertise in Fortinet FortiGate, Cisco routing/switching, and core network security. My work spans architecture, hands-on deployment, and leading infrastructure initiatives in both production and evolving environments. Key responsibilities and achievements: Deploy and maintain FortiGate firewalls (VDOMs, UTM, HA, SD-WAN), configuring IPS, web filtering, application control, and SSL inspection. Build secure VPN infrastructure (site-to-site and remote access) with FortiClient and 2FA. Use FortiCloud and FortiAnalyzer for centralized monitoring, alerting, and compliance reporting. Configure and support Cisco switches and routers (VLANs, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and Layer 2/3 designs across multi-site environments. Administer Sophos XG firewalls, web filtering, and AD integration. Manage Kaspersky Security Center for endpoint protection and security policy enforcement. Support Mikrotik routers for routing, bandwidth control, and wireless connectivity. Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, IP plans, and firewall documentation. Provide Tier 2/3 support for complex routing, VPN, and firewall issues. Leadership contributions: Lead critical infrastructure and firewall projects, from planning to implementation. Mentor junior engineers and establish documentation, SOPs, and escalation flows. Develop change control and policy procedures aligned with security standards. Collaborate with Infrastructure, Systems, and Cybersecurity teams to ensure scalable, secure designs. Advise IT management with infrastructure roadmaps and risk-balanced recommendations. Act as a technical lead during audits, DR planning, and network assessments.

Network Engineer

Mar 2023 - Sep 2025 • 2 yrs 6 mos

Managing FortiGate firewall. · Managing company switches (Core & edges) · Managing Kaspersky security center Servers. · Managing Sophos XG. · Designing network diagrams. · Dealing with the ISP. · Managing DHCP server. · Providing network solutions & Plans. · Responsible for Datacenter Objects. · Monitoring Company Servers and switches with Zabbix.