Sherna Shereef
Network Security Engineer
Kollam
Summary
Aspiring Network Security Engineer with a robust foundation in networking, cybersecurity fundamentals, and system troubleshooting. Proficient in key concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching, as well as firewall technologies such as NAT, VPN, and ACLs. Hands-on exposure through labs and training with Fortinet and Palo Alto firewalls enhances practical understanding.
With a background in software engineering and 2 years of experience, brings strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Willing to relocate to Oman immediately and currently holds family visa support, enabling flexible and quick onboarding.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Software Engineer
Blackhawk Network
04.2024 - Current
- Worked in Agile teams ensuring system reliability and performance.
- Troubleshot backend systems improving stability.
- Gained exposure to system monitoring and infrastructure behavior.
- Optimized network performance through effective monitoring and troubleshooting of security devices.
- Worked with teams to develop company-wide information assurance, security standards and procedures.
Junior System Engineer
Aimsoft Solutions
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed and maintained multiple web applications.
- Supported deployment and system optimization tasks.
- Built understanding of server-client interactions and system flow.
- Provided software application engineering and maintenance for development lifecycle.
- Collaborated with fellow engineers to evaluate software and hardware interfaces.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science and Engineering
MES Institute of Technology And Management
Kollam, Kerala, IndiaSkills
Firewall installation
Wireless security
Network security management
Security policy development
Certification
Microsoft Azure fundamentals
Timeline
Software Engineer
Blackhawk Network
04.2024 - Current
Junior System Engineer
Aimsoft Solutions
08.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science and Engineering
MES Institute of Technology And Management
PRACTICAL EXPOSURE
Network Security Lab Practice
- Configured basic firewall rules using Fortigate (lab environment)
- Studied and implemented NAT and VPN concepts
- Understood traffic filtering and access control mechanisms
- Explored Palo Alto firewall interface and policies (basic level)