Muhammad Musab Ahmad

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ABOUT MUHAMMAD MUSAB AHMAD

I am a Network Security Engineer with 8+ years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-grade network and cloud security solutions. I specialize in Next-Generation Firewalls, primarily Palo Alto Networks, along with Fortinet, Zscaler, Check Point, and Cisco FTD, ensuring secure, high-availability, and compliant infrastructures.My expertise includes Palo Alto firewall configuration in HA, Panorama management, App-ID, User-ID, Content-ID, URL filtering, and SSL/TLS decryption for both inbound and outbound traffic. I have extensive experience troubleshooting IPSec & SSL VPNs, performing traffic analysis, packet captures, and tuning security policies to improve threat prevention posture.I have worked closely with cross-functional teams (application, database, cloud, and infrastructure) to deliver zero-downtime migrations, firewall upgrades, and emergency fixes while adhering to ITIL change management processes. I am also experienced in Zscaler ZIA/ZPA administration, cloud security on AWS, and implementing secure connectivity between on-prem and cloud environments.I am passionate about network security, automation, and continuous improvement, and I enjoy solving complex security challenges in large-scale environments. I thrive in fast-paced roles that require strong ownership, collaboration, and technical depth. Core Skills• Palo Alto Firewalls & Panorama• Fortinet, Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA), Check Point, Cisco FTD• IPsec & SSL VPN | GlobalProtect• SSL/TLS Decryption | Threat Prevention• AWS Cloud Security | IAM, WAF, GuardDuty• Network Migrations & High Availability• Traffic Analysis, Logs & Troubleshooting Certifications: PCNSE | CCNA | Fortinet NSE | Azure AZ-900 | Zscaler