About Me

Cybersecurity Architect | CISSP (Passed) | Associate of ISC2

Professional Background

As a CISSP-certified cybersecurity architect with Associate of ISC2 credentials, I design and implement enterprise-grade security frameworks that protect critical infrastructure. My expertise spans Zero Trust architecture, cloud security, threat hunting, and security operations across healthcare, government, and corporate sectors.

With 4+ years of hands-on experience, I balance technical security controls with operational efficiency and business objectives. I have successfully led security transformation initiatives protecting thousands of users in critical infrastructure environments.

Core Expertise

  • Zero Trust Architecture & Implementation
  • Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, Hybrid)
  • Security Operations & Threat Hunting
  • Identity & Access Management
  • Compliance Frameworks (ISO 27001, CIS Controls)
  • Security Automation & Engineering

Education & Certifications

  • CISSP (Exam Passed) - Associate of ISC²
  • Zero Trust Digital Transformation Advocate (ZDTA) - Zscaler
  • BSc (Hons) Cyber Security - First Class Honours, Manchester Metropolitan University
  • CyberOps Associate - Cisco
  • Certified Ethical Hacker - EC-Council
  • Digital Forensics - Belkasoft
  • Microsoft SC-900 - Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Samir Elabed

Samir Elabed

Cybersecurity Architect

4+
Years
5K+
Users Protected