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Haider Riaz

Haider Riaz

CYBER SECURITY | SECURITY OPERATIONS | NETWORK & SYSTEMS SECURITY

Talent
CalgaryMember since September 27, 2026
SIEM (Splunk)Log analysisAlert triageThreat detectionIncident responseMITRE ATT&CKDigital forensics (Autopsy)NmapWiresharkKali LinuxOWASP Top 10 awarenessPacket capture and traffic analysisNessus / OpenVAS scanningCVSS risk scoringRemediation reportingSystem hardening (CIS Benchmarks)Firewalls (pfSense, Cisco ACLs)IDS/IPS (Snort, Suricata)VPNVLANsOSPFEtherChannelNetwork segmentationTCP/IPDNSDHCPWindows Server 2022Active DirectoryGroup PolicyLinux (Ubuntu, Kali)
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SIEM (Splunk)Log analysisAlert triageThreat detectionIncident response

About

Cyber security student in the SAIT Bachelor of Technology – Cyber Security program (graduating April 2027), building on an IT Services diploma. Hands-on lab experience across SIEM and log analysis, vulnerability assessment, firewall and network defense, incident response, digital forensics, and Windows/Linux hardening. Programming experience in Java, C++, and C#, and regular use of AI tools (Claude, Gemini, and others).

Strong grounding in Active Directory, Cisco networking, and virtualization, backed by years of leadership, documentation, and customer-facing experience.

Experience

Swing Manager at MCDONALD'S (2018-01 – 2026-12)

  • Led and trained team members, resolved operational issues, and maintained accuracy and service standards in a high-volume environment.
  • Followed strict procedures and handled cash and payment systems accurately; built troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills that transfer directly to security and support roles.

Sales Representative at ROGERS (2018-01 – 2019-12)

  • Provided device support and explained wireless products, plans, and technical features to customers.
  • Identified customer needs, communicated solutions clearly, and balanced technical assistance with sales goals.

Information Officer at ELECTIONS CANADA (2021-01 – 2021-12)

  • Verified information accurately, handled sensitive personal information under strict confidentiality requirements, supported documentation, and guided the public through established procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Technology in Cyber Security – SAIT (2027-04)

Diploma in IT Services – SAIT

Diploma in Aircraft Structures – SAIT

Skills

CYBER SECURITYSECURITY OPERATIONSNETWORK & SYSTEMS SECURITY

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