Hussein al-Hayali
Cybersecurity Analyst @City Of Fort Worth It Solutions
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WORK HISTORY
Cybersecurity Analyst @City Of Fort Worth It Solutions
Fort Worth, TX, US
Support the migration from Okta to Microsoft Entra ID, assisting with identity configuration, testing, and troubleshooting during the transition.• Help implement and maintain Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for city applications using SAML, OIDC, and OAuth 2.0.• Manage user and group access in Microsoft Entra ID, including troubleshooting login and access issues and assisting with role-based access assignments.• Work with application owners and business teams to plan and test SSO integrations, helping ensure applications connect properly with Entra ID.• Assist with other cybersecurity initiatives when needed, including XDR, SIEM, EDR, and vulnerability management support.
EDUCATION
Tarrant County College
Associate of Arts - AA
Arlington High School
High School Diploma
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences-BAAS, Information Technology
Tarrant County College
Cisco Support Certificate Of Completion , Information Technology
University of North Texas
Master of Science in Information Science & Information Systems
ABOUT HUSSEIN AL-HAYALI
Cybersecurity, to me, is more than just technology. It is about protecting trust, enabling people to work safely, and building systems that remain resilient in a constantly evolving digital world. I believe effective security is rooted not only in strong technical controls, but in clear processes, informed users, and a culture where accountability and awareness are part of everyday operations. My approach is thoughtful, proactive, and grounded in real-world impact.I bring nearly 10 years of experience supporting enterprise security through governance, risk management, incident response, and compliance-driven initiatives. My work spans risk assessments, identity and access management, threat detection, cloud and endpoint security, and security awareness programs. I have hands-on experience using tools such as Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne, Azure Security Center, Abnormal Security, and Trellix to investigate threats, strengthen controls, and reduce organizational risk. I also support alignment with frameworks, including HIPAA, NIST, and ISO 27001, by translating requirements into practical, actionable security solutions.Throughout my career, I have contributed to improving security posture by supporting large-scale assessments, responding to complex incidents, strengthening endpoint environments, and assisting with infrastructure and security enhancement projects. I am known for my ability to remain calm under pressure, take ownership of my responsibilities, and consistently deliver reliable results in high-trust environments. I take pride in being someone teams can depend on, not only for technical accuracy, but for clear communication and sound judgment.I am driven by continuous growth, professional integrity, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to organizations that value strong security posture and long-term resilience. My goal is to continue advancing in roles that allow me to strengthen governance programs, improve risk maturity, and support strategic security initiatives that protect both people and business operations.
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