Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Certification
Timeline
Thamer Mashhadi

Thamer Mashhadi

System Analyst
Doha

Summary

Thamer Abdulla Darwish Mashhadi, a driven and dedicated professional with over five years of experience specializing in the analysis and investigation of cybersecurity issues. My expertise encompasses a wide range of cybersecurity and public safety knowledge. I am now seeking an opportunity to join a fast-paced company where I can apply my skills in cybersecurity, networking, and attack vectors.

Throughout my career, I have held key positions such as Acting Director of Information Technology at Qatar Civil Aviation Authority and Acting Head of Information Technology at Qatar Aeronautical College. These roles have allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the field and hone my skills. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and have furthered my knowledge through certifications and courses from esteemed institutions such as the United States Department of Justice Kuwait and the Ministry of Interior Cyber Security Center.

With a strong work ethic and a proactive approach, I am well-equipped to contribute significant value to any cybersecurity team.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
22
22
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Computer Programmer

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority
01.2020 - Current
  • Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
  • Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
  • Led group of engineers in design and development of software solutions.
  • Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.

Head of Information Technology

Qatar Aeronautical College
Doha
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching, and maintenance.
  • Oversaw IT department operations.
  • Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
  • Created and terminated user's accounts from start to finish in business applications.
  • Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.
  • Started many projects to improve the business environment.

Program Analyst

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority
Doha
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Helped solve diverse program problems with in-depth analysis.
  • Validated results and performed quality assurance to assess accuracy of data.
  • Analyzed unstructured information to derive key insights.
  • Reviewed program implementation plans to assess risk and feasibility.
  • Worked on many projects related to Cyber Security and Access Control.

Acting Director of Information Technology

Qatar Civil Aviation
Doha
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Developed and implemented technical application support and information technology policies and procedures that advanced investment needs, outcomes and performance measurements to balance continuous innovation with responsible risk-taking.
  • Analyzed department and job-related functionality requirements to align technology priorities with business needs.
  • Cultivated highly-regarded technology services organization that sustained culture of respect, collective pride and individual and group professional development.
  • Implemented, created and tested disaster recovery and business continuity plans and maintained appropriate back-up system.

System Analyst

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority
Doha
01.2011 - Current
  • Planned computer systems using information engineering, data modeling, and structured analysis.
  • Monitored employee tasks to gauge business functions and inefficiencies.
  • Researched and adopted new technologies to add value to existing offerings.
  • Enhanced interfaces to promote better functionality for users.
  • Applied leading theories and concepts to development, maintenance and implementation of information security standards, procedures and guidelines.
  • Developed, implemented and documented security programs and policies and monitored compliance across departments.
  • Planned and oversaw configuration changes for security infrastructure platforms.
  • Managed data center system upgrades, delivering better reliability and security for server hosting and enterprise applications.
  • Validated and verified system security requirements definitions and analyzed system security designs.
  • Performed and reviewed technical security assessments of multiple software to identify points of vulnerability and non-compliance with established information security standards and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
  • Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
  • Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
  • Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
  • Researched and developed new computer forensic tools.
  • Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction, or disclosure.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Stirling, Scotland, Stirling
01.2011 - 12.2014

Undergraduate - Computing

University of Stirling, Scotland, Stirling
01.2011 - 12.2011

Foundation Program -

University of QatarEnglish Language, Qatar, Doha
01.2009 - 12.2010

University of Glasgow, Scotland, Glasgow
01.2008 - 12.2009

Skills

Data security

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Accomplishments

  • Endgame EDR - Foundation
  • Cyber Crime Prevention Training Program Foundation
  • Risk analysis skills
  • Knowledgeable about intrusion detection
  • Computer forensic skills
  • Project lifecycle management
  • Quality assurance
  • IT infrastructure development
  • Risk mitigation planning
  • Database Administration
  • SQL, Java, JavaScript,
  • C++, Python, PHP, End User Level 2
  • Development of supervisory skills
  • Organizing and developing work programs
  • The Enterprise Challenge Qatar Mentoring Training Program.
  • Student Training Centre (18/06/2006 29/08/2007)
  • National Service, (15th March 14th June 2015)
  • The honor of being one of the 575 persons to carry the torch of the Olympic
  • Games
  • Basic Programming using JAVA

Additional Information

  • Certi cate of Merit for sustained e ort and high work ethics in the Advanced Mathematics course Full Attendance Award, (from 2006 to 2008) Basic First ADI Award, (18/05/2007) 2018 - Sixth National Cyber Drill [STAR-6] 2019 - Seventh National Cyber Drill [STAR-7]

Certification

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE KUWAIT - Cyber Investigation - CITRA

Timeline

EDOXI - Certified Penetration Tester Professional

06-2023

EDOXI - Certified SOC Analyst

06-2023

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY QATAR - Cyber Security Training Course

10-2021

QATAR FINANCE BUSINESS ACADEMY - Cyber Crime Prevention Training Program

08-2021

QATAR DIGITAL GOVERNMENT TRAINING PROGRAM - CyberSec First Responder

05-2021

QATAR DIGITAL GOVERNMENT TRAINING PROGRAM - Certied Ethical Hacker

03-2021

QATAR FINANCE BUSINESS ACADEMY - Cyber Crime Prevention Training Program

02-2021

QATAR DIGITAL GOVERNMENT TRAINING PROGRAM - Certied Network Defender

02-2021
Head of Information Technology - Qatar Aeronautical College
01.2021 - 03.2021

Q-CERT - NIA Policy Implementation

11-2020

MINISTRY OF INTERIOR CYBER SECURITY CENTER - Endgame EDR

03-2020
Computer Programmer - Qatar Civil Aviation Authority
01.2020 - Current

MINISTRY OF INTERIOR CYBER SECURITY CENTER - Foundation in Cyber Security

08-2019

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE KUWAIT - Cyber Investigation - CITRA

04-2019
Acting Director of Information Technology - Qatar Civil Aviation
01.2019 - 08.2019

Q-CERT - SEC560 Network Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking

04-2018
Program Analyst - Qatar Civil Aviation Authority
01.2018 - 01.2020

MINISTRY OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT, LABOUR AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS - Development of supervisory skills

11-2017

MINISTRY OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT, LABOUR AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS - Organizing and developing work programs

11-2017

NEW HORIZONS - SharePoint 2013 End User

07-2017

QATAR SHELL / BEDAYA - The Enterprise Challenge Qatar Mentoring Training Program

09-2015

QATAR ARMED FORCE - National Service, (15th March 14th June 2015)

03-2015

QATAR AIRWAYS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - Doha International Airport (24th June - 5th July 2012) • Dubai International Airport (8th July 18th July 2012)

06-2012

UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING - STUDY GROUP - Certicate of Merit for sustained eort and high work ethics in the Advanced Mathematics course

06-2011
University of Stirling - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
01.2011 - 12.2014
University of Stirling - Undergraduate, Computing
01.2011 - 12.2011
System Analyst - Qatar Civil Aviation Authority
01.2011 - Current
University of QatarEnglish Language - Foundation Program,
01.2009 - 12.2010
University of Glasgow - ,
01.2008 - 12.2009

ROBOT COMPETITION - Carnage Melon University

05-2007

Q-CERT - • 2018 - Sixth National Cyber Drill [STAR-6] • 2019 - Seventh National Cyber Drill [STAR-7]

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