Farouk Khaled

Cybersecurity professional with 8+ years of experience in penetration testing, red teaming, and network security. Holder of OSCP+, OSCP, CPTS, CEH, CRTP, CISSP, eJPT, and ICCA — among 18 total certifications. Delivered 90+ technical projects, including 9+ end-to-end ML/DL systems and a suite of enterprise security platforms (SIEM, SOC, IAM, Cloud Security, Zero Trust). Proficient in 11 programming languages. Based in Doha, Qatar and immediately available.

Network Security & Cybersecurity Specialist - Freelance Consultant - Qatar & Remote

(2016-01 - 2025-12)

• Conducted full-scope penetration testing and red team engagements for enterprise clients
• Performed vulnerability assessments and delivered detailed remediation reports
• Designed secure network architectures — firewall, VPN, and IDS/IPS configurations
• Built a custom Vulnerability Assessment Tool — deployed in 70+ engagements
• Developed Android/iOS mobile apps and full-stack web solutions
• Created automation scripts for threat detection, monitoring, and security hardening
• Delivered 9+ end-to-end ML/DL systems and an in-house training platform

Senior Clerk - Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) - Doha, Qatar

(2022-12 - 2026-06)

• Scheduled doctor appointments, radiology sessions, and surgical operations via HMC's system
• Managed administrative workflows across multiple medical departments
• Maintained and updated patient records and scheduling databases
• Liaised between clinical staff, departments, and patients to optimize operational flow

Bachelor's Degree - Business Information Systems - Raya Institute Cairo, Egypt