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Farhan Salad

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Experienced in leadership and team management, with a strong background in operational management and strategic planning.

Proficient in case management and skilled in effective communication.

Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and expertise in risk management and compliance.

Actively engaged in community initiatives and possess an entrepreneurial mindset.

Culturally competent, with experience working in diverse environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Founded and Launched

First 1 Trucking LLC
02.2020 - 10.2022
  • Recruited and managed drivers, ensuring a skilled and reliable team.
  • Handled all necessary documentation, maintaining compliance and organization.
  • Established and maintained communication with brokers, other companies, and delivery/pickup sites.
  • Managed dispatching operations, coordinating logistics efficiently.
  • Oversaw insurance and other managerial aspects, ensuring smooth operations and risk management.
  • Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.

Cyber Security Analyst

ICF Next
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention systems.
  • Improved incident response times by developing and maintaining cybersecurity playbooks for common attack scenarios.
  • Increased overall system resilience by identifying and mitigating single points of failure within the organization''s infrastructure.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to establish a unified approach towards information security management within the organization.
  • Analyzed security incidents post-resolution, identifying areas for improvement in both technical controls and incident response processes.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.

Resettlement Case Manager

Minnesota Councel Of Churches ( MCC)
05.2016 - 11.2020
  • Managed Over 105 new client cases of a persons with refugee status's resettlement period.
    ● Sustained years long partnerships with 12+ property managers in the Twin Cities area to provide community-centered and affordable housing.
    ● Developed a comprehensive knowledge base of 6 to 8 social service providers operating in
    fields including but not limited to public financial assistance, schools, clinics, & housing.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
  • Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
  • Assisted clients in setting achievable goals while providing ongoing encouragement and support throughout the process of reaching those objectives.

Registration Team Leader

African Middle East Refugee Assistant ( AMERA)
06.2012 - 08.2015

Ensured Over 10+ team members were trained, supervised, and supported by providing accurate and
accessible information of refugees, immigrants, and stateless; in accordance with the
requirements of IOM.
● Coordinated weekly meetings to manage workloads through assignment of tasks and screening
duties and periodically reviewing, analyzing the efficiency, and quality of workload distribution.
● Aided in originating system security plans, standard operating procedures, and security test
plans to ensure security requirements were followed.
● United with a team of 6+ to ensure document control and accountability for programs was in
support of mission requirements.

  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Commerce

Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt.
02.2008

Skills

  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Operational Management
  • Strategic Planning and Execution
  • Case Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Risk Management and Compliance
  • Community Engagement

Languages

Somali
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Amharic
Limited Working

Timeline

Cyber Security Analyst

ICF Next
06.2021 - 06.2022

Founded and Launched

First 1 Trucking LLC
02.2020 - 10.2022

Resettlement Case Manager

Minnesota Councel Of Churches ( MCC)
05.2016 - 11.2020

Registration Team Leader

African Middle East Refugee Assistant ( AMERA)
06.2012 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Commerce

Ain Shams University
Farhan Salad