Syed Fuad

Manager, Cybersecurity Programs - Gibbs & Cox

McLean, VA, United States

Details

Experience: Mr. Fuad is responsible for providing guidance and leadership to a team of cybersecurity analysts in support of U.S. and international maritime customers. Mr. Fuad leads all technical efforts for the programs and task orders requiring cybersecurity support. Activities include identification and implementation of system security controls for accreditation using Risk Management Framework (RMF), developing cybersecurity documentation for control systems, and developing cybersecurity capabilities focused on security assessments of mission-critical and platform IT (PIT) systems.

2018 : Present

Gibbs & Cox, Inc.

Manager, Cybersecurity Programs

Teaching IT and cybersecurity courses at Loudoun and Annandale campus. Course topics include computer hardware and applications, telecommunications, networking, computer hacking and network attacks.

2010 :

Northern Virginia Community College

Adjunct Professor

Mr. Fuad managed various cybersecurity programs for federal government agencies. Responsibilities included program assessments, financial reviews, oversight of personnel, and maintaining customer relationships. Also responsible for development and documentation of requirements, resource allocation, project plans, project reporting, cost analysis, schedule tracking, and risk mitigation strategies.

He led security engineering and systems integration efforts for enterprise-wide systems acquisitions related to cybersecurity and information assurance. Efforts included planning, evaluation, testing, designing, and implementing customized solutions to meet customer requirements. Also reviewed and analyzed engineering design proposals affecting network security.

2012 : 2018

Leidos (Previously SAIC)

Program Manager / Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

Mr. Fuad performed Command Cyber Readiness Inspections (CCRI – Previously known as ECV) for DISA Field Security Office by conducting vulnerability scans and evaluating security posture of the network and perimeter devices. He also performed ST&E and C&A (now A&A) for various government agencies using NSA, DOD, DHS and NIST technical standards and controls as part of DIACAP and RMF.

He led and conducted digital media forensics and malware analysis as part of the incident response team using tools, such as, EnCase Enterprise and FTK software. Efforts included triaging network security breaches by isolating and acquiring devices in a forensically-safe manner and examining them for hidden root-kits and malicious software and activity. He performed network forensics analysis, incident tracking, analytical investigation and documentation. He also conducted event isolation and root cause analysis for diverse and complex enterprise systems.

2005 : 2012

Leidos

Senior Security Engineer

Mr. Fuad designed, implemented, and managed secure LANs and WANs to perform data transmission and collection while working as a lead test engineer for Electronic Surveillance Technology Section (ESTS) in support of Communication Assistance for Law Enforcement Act (CALEA).

He tested and analyzed various wireline, wireless, and satellite vendors’ CALEA solution, including Nortel, Lucent, Siemens, Qualcomm, Motorola, and Nextel. Prepared Test Results Assessment Reports based on Vendors’ FSDs and Industry standards including J-STD-025A and American Mobile Telecommunications Association (AMTA).

2001 : 2004

Leidos

Senior System Engineer

Company: Gibbs & Cox, Inc.

About

Accomplished IT professional with twenty years of experience in the field of cybersecurity and network architecture with emphasis on designing, implementing, securing, and managing enterprise networks. Mr. Fuad has provided technical, operational, and leadership support to various program teams, commercial clients, and government agencies. Clients include Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Energy, Department of Education, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Securities and Exchange Commission, U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and United States Coast Guard. With broad knowledge of business operations and network technologies, he is able to provide a powerful combination of leadership and management of technical projects. He has in-depth knowledge of latest issues pertaining to cybersecurity and is familiar with commercial and federal security policies and guidelines related to enterprise risk management. In addition to working as a program manager on multiple programs involving defensive cyber operations and network support, he is also experienced in conducting and leading incident response, digital forensics investigations, and intrusion assessments for large enterprises. He has worked as a member of the penetration and vulnerability assessment teams for commercial and federal customers.

Mr. Fuad holds a Master of Science degree, and a graduate certificate in Telecommunications Forensics and Security. He is also a certified PMP, CSM, and a CISSP. In addition, he is an adjunct professor at Northern Virginia Community College, teaching IT and cybersecurity courses since January 2010.