Expert knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs (802.1Q), LAN/WAN architecture and network protocols.
Sr. Professional Services Engineer
Hello, I'm Wael K. Fageir
Protecting organizations from evolving digital threats through deep technical expertise, proactive defense strategies, and continuous risk management.
+8
Years Experience
+100
Projects Completed
+40
Served Clients
Available for Consulting
01 — About
About Me
Who I am, what I do, and why it matters.
I'm a motivated, results-driven Cybersecurity Professional with extensive experience deploying and optimizing enterprise security solutions across telecom, education, utilities, healthcare and government sectors. Skilled in NAC, EDR, NGFW, DLP, and threat detection with a proven track record of securing complex, large-scale environments, leading cross-functional deployments, and driving operational resilience through hands-on technical expertise, strategic insight, and customer-centric leadership.
My approach combines technical depth with strategic thinking — securing the digital world, and building defenses that are both robust and practical for the teams that maintain them day to day.
When I'm not working, I contribute to the security community, build automation tools, and mentor professionals who are growing in the cybersecurity field.
02 — Skills
Areas of Expertise
Core technical disciplines and interpersonal competencies.
Proficient in Active Directory management, Linux and Windows administration, and infrastructure security.
Advanced proficiency in Linux command line and Windows command prompt for administration and security operations.
Advanced packet analysis and network traffic inspection using Wireshark for forensic investigation and troubleshooting.
Comprehensive understanding of security tools: EPP, EDR, NGFW, IPS, NAC, and SIEM implementations.
Log analysis using ELK SIEM, network traffic analysis with Wireshark, and memory forensics with Volatility for complete incident investigation and threat detection.
Strong knowledge of security tools such as Endpoint Protection, Endpoint Detection and Response, NGFW, IPS, NAC and SIEM.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences.
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to diagnose complex issues, identify root causes, and develop solutions.
Working cross-functionally with engineering, legal, and leadership teams to embed security into every layer of the organization.
Staying current with emerging threats, CVEs, and evolving attack techniques through research, labs, and professional development.
Guiding junior Engineers and security teams, fostering a culture of accountability, best practices, and continuous improvement.
Expert planning and time management capabilities to deliver multiple objectives effectively within deadlines.
Native Arabic speaker with work proficiency in English, enabling effective communication in multilingual environments.
03 — Experience
Work Experience
Roles, organizations, and the work I've done.
Snr. Professional Services Engineer
Forescout Technologies · Full-time
Provide strategic technical and consultative services to customers across the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, gather feedback to optimize deployments and drive adoption, identify new service opportunities, and produce clear reports that communicate complex procedures to diverse regional audiences. Mentor newly onboarded Professional Services Engineers through hands-on training and reverse shadowing.
Professional Services Engineer
Forescout Technologies · Full-time
Deployed and optimized Forescout cybersecurity solutions across customer environments, conducting health checks and training to ensure successful adoption and long-term performance. Identified critical issues in customer deployments, and communicated findings clearly to stakeholders through reports and meetings.
Cybersecurity Specialist
Saudi Energy · Full-time
Successfully deployed NAC solution with 60k+ endpoint capacity across 3 datacenters on wired and wireless networks, delivering a scalable enterprise security infrastructure. Delivered hands-on training to customer staff to build in-house expertise for long-term solution operation and maintenance. Conducted daily investigations of isolated endpoints, troubleshot communication issues between NAC and network devices, and validated reports to eliminate false positives, ensuring reliable network access control and security.
Cybersecurity Specialist
Confidential · Full-time
Enforced security best practices across the organization's Trend Micro product suite by maintaining Apex One servers and endpoints with latest virus definitions and pattern updates to ensure real-time threat protection. Administered Deep Security servers and agents with daily updates of virus patterns and security rules, while proactively monitoring Apex One logs and alerts to detect and respond to malware, trojans, and cyber threats. Analyzed and triaged security incidents via Apex Central, integrating alerts from Deep Security to provide comprehensive threat visibility and rapid incident response capabilities.
Cybersecurity Engineer
Saudi Paramount Computer Systems · Full-time
Enforced security best practices across the organization's Trend Micro product suite by maintaining Apex One servers and endpoints with latest virus definitions and pattern updates to ensure real-time threat protection. Administered Deep Security servers and agents with daily updates of virus patterns and security rules, while proactively monitoring Apex One logs and alerts to detect and respond to malware, trojans, and cyber threats. Analyzed and triaged security incidents via Apex Central, integrating alerts from Deep Security to provide comprehensive threat visibility and rapid incident response capabilities.
04 — Certificates
Certifications
Industry-recognized credentials from leading certification bodies.
Forescout Certified Associate
Forescout Technologies
2019
Forescout Certified Professional
Forescout Technologies
2022
Forescout Certified Engineer
Forescout Technologies
2023
Forescout Certified Associate OT/ICS
Forescout Technologies
2025
Trend Micro Apex One
Trend Micro
2020
Trend Micro Deep Security
Trend Micro
2020
Trend Micro Deep Discovery
Trend Micro
2020
Fortinet NSE 4
Fortinet
2019
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator
Palo Alto Networks
2020
Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer
Palo Alto Networks
2020
Blue Team Junior Analyst
Security Blue Team
2021
Security Blue Team Level 1
Security Blue Team
202105 — Projects
Projects
A selection of tools and work I've built.
🔒 Private
Cybersecurity Home Lab
This project aims to design, build, and configure a comprehensive Network & Security Home Lab that simulates a real-world network environment. The lab will consist of various components, including Active Directory, DNS, SFTP servers, NAC, Firewall, VPN, vulnerability scanner, SIEM, IPS, antivirus server, and multiple Windows and Linux clients.
06 — Testimonials
LinkedIn Recommendations
What colleagues and managers say about working with me.
We had work together for one of the big scale project, Mr. Wael was committed with high technical and communication skills during the implementation of this project. I have a good feedback and impression for Mr. Wael in personal and professional sides.
Yousif ALBalwi
Cyber Security Design & Implementation Director · Saudi Energy
Yousif managed Wael directly
I had the pleasure of working closely with Wael during a particularly challenging project, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. As a Professional Services Engineer at Forescout, Wael's expertise and dedication were instrumental in resolving several complex product bugs and configuration issues we encountered. Wael possesses a rare blend of technical acumen and problem-solving skills. His deep understanding of Forescout's products, combined with his methodical approach to troubleshooting, ensured that no problem was too difficult to overcome. What stood out most was his unwavering commitment to seeing each issue through to resolution, no matter how challenging. Beyond his technical skills, Wael is a fantastic collaborator. He is always willing to share his knowledge, provide clear explanations, and work patiently with team members to ensure everyone is on the same page. His positive attitude and perseverance are contagious, making him a joy to work with. Wael’s contributions were invaluable to the success of our project, and I am confident he will continue to excel in his role at Forescout. Anyone would be lucky to have Wael on their team, and I wholeheartedly recommend him for any professional endeavor.
Andrew Luke
System Engineer · Forescout Technologies
Andrew worked with Wael but on different teams
Wael is a talented engineer with high confidence and commitment. I worked with him for implementing Forescout last year, he is very knowledgeable person of what he's doing.
Nawaf Alluqmani
CS Implementation Team Lead · Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority
Nawaf was Wael's client
Wael is a hard working individual with positive attitude toward his career. He proactively conducts research and keeps himself educated and up-to-date with latest technology. Wael is an excellent team player and well respected among his colleagues. Wael is one of the people I've come across with such outstanding technical skills. He is a good example of a dedicated person who can combine both technical, and social skills at the same time. I strongly recommend Wael as a valuable asset for any organization.
Rabi Shalaldeh
Cyber Security Advisor · Saudi Energy
Rabi worked with Wael but on different teams
It is my pleasure to strongly recommend. I have seen many young professionals come and go. Wael Khairy is one individual I have worked with who uniquely stands out. During our time together, Wael Khairy displayed great talents and technical skills that impress me. I am absolutely confident that Wael Khairy would be a great fit for you. Not only will he bring the kind of skills and experiences you're looking for, but he will also quickly become an asset and help your company grow in any way he can.
Abid Mohammed Qadir
Security Team Lead · Saudi Paramount Computer Systems
Abid was senior to Wael but didn't manage Wael directly
Wael is a talented engineer with high confidence and commitment. I worked with him for implementing Forescout last year, he is very knowledgeable person of what he's doing.
Ebrahim Hegazy
Network Security Engineer · Riyadh First Health Cluster
Ebrahim was Wael's client
I had the pleasure of working with him in SEC as well as in ForeScout, and I can confidently say Wael is a true asset to any team. His expertise in NAC and his ability in problem-solving, leadership, and collaboration made a significant impact on our projects. Beyond his technical skills, Wael is a fantastic team player, always willing to support colleagues and bring innovative ideas to the table. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and talented professional in NAC and Cyber Security.
Sarosh Ahmed
Cybersecurity Consultant · Saudi Energy
Sarosh worked with Wael but on different teams
07 — Academy
Cybersecurity Academy
Structured courses to build your cybersecurity foundation — from zero to confident practitioner.
Fundamentals
Security 101
Understand real-world cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and defense techniques. Gain practical skills in security operations, incident response, and compliance.
4 Weeks · 18 Modules
1470+ students
What you'll learn
Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations
SIEM, SOC operations, and incident response
Risk management and compliance frameworks
Associate
Forescout Certified Associate
Learn to install, configure, and administer the Forescout platform. Classify and control network assets in enterprise environments.
15 Modules
620+ students
What you'll learn
Platform installation and deployment
Policy creation, classification, and compliance
Network enforcement and administration
Beginner
Linux 101
Understand core Linux concepts, commands, and system architecture. Build hands-on skills in administration, permissions, and security hardening.
4 Weeks · 12 Modules
800+ students
What you'll learn
Linux system architecture and distributions
Command-line navigation and file management
User, group, and permission control
08 — Contact
Let's Work Together
Available for consulting engagements, security mentorship, and advisory roles. Reach out and let's discuss how I can help secure your organization.
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