Farhan Ahmed Bhutto

An accomplished IT professional with a master's degree in information security and over 12 years of diverse experience is seeking challenging opportunities. Proven expertise in conducting ISO audits, implementing information security measures, and providing top-notch IT support services. Dedicated to delivering strategic insights, conducting thorough risk assessments, and providing effective leadership to drive organizational success and innovation. I firmly believe in the value of continuous education and am committed to staying updated with the latest advancements in the field. I am eager to contribute my skills and knowledge to support business objectives and foster continuous improvement in dynamic work environments.

• Successfully managed IT operations for multiple departments, overseeing network administration, incident handling, forensics, and procurement.
• Led incident handling, ensuring swift resolution and minimizing disruptions.
• Trained and supervised IT support teams, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Maintained departmental website and design based on needs.
• Develop two state-of-the-art computer labs from scratch to provide students with cutting-edge technology and resources and also currently be in charge of them.
• Organized national and international events, conferences, seminars, and guest lectures.
• Spearheaded ISO audits, ensuring compliance with standards (planning, conduct, reporting, and follow-up).
• Assess in audits (internal/surveillance), risk management, yearly progress reports, self-institutional performance evaluations, MS/PhD reviews, university portfolio reports, and surveys.
• Automation of the annual activity calendar, self-assessment reviews, training modules, attendance, feedback, and various workflow processes.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to identify technology needs and align solutions with business goals.

Visiting Faculty, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST), Pakistan | Mar 2022–Present

• Digital Forensics and Malware Analysis, Information Security and Network Security courses to MS students.

Visiting Faculty, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi Pakistan | Oct 2022 – June 2023 (two semesters)

• An information security course, sharing expertise with students.

My most relevant education is an MS in information security, completed in 2020 at the NED University of Engineering and Technology, Pakistan. I have also completed various certifications related to information security, such as Certified Ethical Hacker, etc. I am constantly updating my skills and knowledge in the field of information security. Below is the Summarize of most relevant education.
The MS in Information Security course covers a wide range of topics essential for professionals in the field. Here's a summarized outline of each course:

1. Advanced Computer Networking:
   Covers networking fundamentals, OSI & TCP/IP models, transmission media, data link layer protocols, ATM, SONET/SDH, broadband networks, HDLC, PPP, WiFi, Ethernet, WIMAX, VoIP, and emerging technologies.
2. Algebra and Number Theory:
   Provides foundational knowledge in algebra and number theory relevant to cryptography and security algorithms.
3. Cryptography:
   Includes historical overview, elementary number theory, block ciphers, hash digests, stream ciphers, public key encryption, interactive proofs, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure protocols.
4. Network Security:
   Focuses on network security concepts, cryptography's role, network architectures, network-based attacks, security mechanisms at different layers, security in ad-hoc networks, and recent advances.
5. Information Security Management:
   Covers principles of information security management, risk analysis, technical security controls, software development lifecycle, business continuity planning, and legal aspects of security governance.
6. Ethical Hacking:
   Introduces ethical hacking, security aspects, data gathering, footprinting, system hacking techniques, network scanning, malware analysis, social engineering, and penetration testing.
7. Digital Forensics:
   Discusses forensic science, digital evidence collection, legal considerations, computer and network forensics, steganography, anti-forensics techniques, and non-standard storage mechanisms.
8. Distributed Systems:
   Explores challenges in distributed systems, including mobile and sensor networks, communication mechanisms, data storage, fault-tolerance, security issues, and utility computing models.
9. Information System Audit:
   Focuses on auditing IT systems, governance structures, IT acquisition and development, operations and maintenance, protection of information assets, and compliance with standards.
10. Cloud Security:
    Covers cloud computing models, security challenges, NIST and CSA security frameworks, network security, data privacy, identity management, encryption, auditing, and Security as a Service.
    Overall, the curriculum is comprehensive, addressing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for securing information systems and networks effectively.

Overall, the curriculum is comprehensive, addressing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for securing information systems and networks effectively.

Certifications:

• Android Forensics with Belkasoft, Belkasoft, 2024
• AI For Everyone, DeepLearning.AI, 2024
• Computer Forensics Specializations, INFOSEC, 2023
• Cyber Incident Response Specializations, INFOSEC, 2023
• Automating Team Communication with Google Sheets and Apps Script, Coursera Project Network, 2023
• Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity, INFOSEC, 2023
• Advanced Commands in Linux, Coursera Project Network, 2023
• Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump, Coursera Project Network, 2023
• Enterprise System Management and Security, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, USA, 2023
• Max. DFIR Results with YARA, Sigma, and Belkasoft X, Belkasoft Learning Center, 2023
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), EC-Council, USA, 2021
• Belkasoft X Mobile Training, Belkasoft Learning Center, 2022
• Digital Forensics, NED Academy, NED UET, 2021