Senior Instructor | Architect
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Versatile and accomplished Technical Professional specializing in Network
Security and Application Performance, boasting a robust track record of
nearly 10 years encompassing Network Implementation, Managed Security
Services, and SOC Operations. Proficient in the adept management of diverse
Network Security devices across multiple platforms, including VPNs, Proxies,
IPS/IDS, F5 Load Balancer, Riverbed Products, and Cloud Security.
He is skilled in multi-platform Network Security device management, VPN,
Proxy, IPS/IDS, F5 Load Balancer, Riverbed Products, and Cloud Security. He
has demonstrated expertise in evaluating requirements for business
application integration and service activation. He is an enthusiastic IT
professional who is eager to contribute to team success through hard work,
attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. He is motivated to
learn, grow, and excel in the Application Visibility domain career excellence.
He has hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks Firewall, Cisco: ASA,
Riverbed Products & F5 Load Balancer, IPS/IDS, Proofpoint Email Security,
Zscaler Cloud Proxy, Azure, AWS, VPNs. He has served as a Network Security
Admin providing technical advisories on security vulnerabilities, patch-fixes,
problem, and change management. He has been the escalation point of
contact for customers on major incidents, migrations & new project works.
His current prime focus is on understanding customer network architecture
and providing L3 technical support on Network Security, Cloud Security
products, F5 Load balancers, and Cloud Proxies.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- 2023 – Present Senior Instructor and Architect at NB
- 2020 – 2023 IBM/Kyndryl INDIA as Security Delivery Specialist
- 2020 – 2018 BT – Global Services, Connect Intelligence Support Engineer
- 2018 – 2016 Aricent Technologies (Holdings) Ltd, Gurgaon TAC Engineer
- 2016 – 2014 Koenig Solutions as Sr Cisco Network &Security Trainer
- 2014 – 2014 Aptech South ex Pvt Ltd as a Technical trainer
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Shaheen Akhtar demonstrates advanced proficiency in networking and
security technologies, encompassing TCP/IP, TCP, and UDP protocols, along
with expertise in firewalls such as Palo Alto, Firepower, and Cisco ASA, and BIG
IP F5 Load Balancer management. Specializing in establishing secure Site-to
Site and Remote Access VPNs, Shaheen possesses hands-on experience with
security tools like Zscaler Cloud Proxy, IPS/IDS, Proofpoint Email Security, Splunk
SIEM Tool, and Wireshark Network Analyzer. - Furthermore, Shaheen showcases comprehensive security monitoring, threat
detection, and network analysis skills, coupled with proficiency in managing
security aspects in Azure and AWS Cloud environments. Their training
methodology involves crafting tailored materials, delivering engaging sessions,
and integrating practical exercises to ensure participants acquire the
necessary skills and knowledge for effective implementation and
management of complex networking and security solutions. Continuous
assessment of learning outcomes and solicitation of feedback for ongoing
improvement are central to Shaheen’s training approach.
CERTIFICATIONS
- Cisco: CCNA, CCNP (R&S) CCIE (Sec) Written
- RIVERBED: RCPE WAN Optimization
- Application visibility Certified(RCPA)
- F5: 101 Application Fundamental Certified 201 TMOS Administrators Certified
- NSE 1 Network Security Associate Certified
- NSE 3 Network Security Associate Certified
- Zscaler: ZCCA-IA
- Palo Alto : PCNSE Trained
