Khadim FALL
Montréal,Canada
Summary
IT and Cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience in network administration, cloud computing (Azure, AWS), and information systems security. Skilled in deploying and securing IT infrastructures, configuring network devices and firewalls, and managing projects using Agile and Waterfall. Holds a Master’s degree in IT and Information Systems Security, with proven experience in banking and telecommunications sectors. Strong problem-solving and technical communication skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern – Information Systems Security
COMPTOIRE BUREAUTIQUE INFORMATIQUE (CBI)
DAKAR, SENEGAL
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Application Security on Microsoft Azure – ORABANK: Secured cloud applications through policy configuration, access management, and log monitoring.
- Deployment of Fortinet Infrastructure – BCEAO: Installed and configured Fortinet access points, switches, and firewalls.
- Secure Connectivity Implementation – Banque Agricole du Sénégal: Deployed IPSec VPN tunnels and enforced access control with FortiGate and Palo Alto.
- Advanced Training: Cisco FTD, Secure VPN Solutions, and Enterprise Information Security (SISE).
Intern – IT Support / Network Administrator
CORIS BANQUE INTERNATIONAL SENEGAL
DAKAR, Sénégal
07.2022 - 10.2022
- IT Support: Provided Level 1 and Level 2 assistance (on-site and remote), troubleshooting workstation and application issues.
- Workstation Deployment: Installed, configured, and maintained Windows/Mac devices; managed system imaging, updates, and IT asset inventory.
- Network Administration: Configured and maintained switches, routers, and access points; monitored connectivity, troubleshot issues, and optimized performance (DHCP, DNS, VLAN).
- Database Management (SQL): Executed queries for data analysis, maintenance, and updates.
- Security & Banking Software: Deployed antivirus, local firewalls, and security solutions (EDR, DLP); installed and supported banking applications (Amplitude UP).
Intern – Network & Information Security
ORANGE (SONATEL)
DAKAR, Sénégal
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Firewall Management: Assisted in daily administration of firewalls (DRPS, DEX, ASN), including security rule updates.
- Router & Server Configuration: Supported configuration of Cisco and Fortinet routers, and installation of Windows/Linux servers.
- Technical Support: Provided assistance to engineers during deployments, on-site interventions, and documentation
Intern – Network & Fiber Optic Deployment
ORANGE (SONATEL)
DAKAR, Sénégal
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Fiber Network Planning: Assisted in analyzing zone eligibility for fiber deployment and collected field data on existing infrastructure.
- Fiber Installation Support: Supported network configuration and accompanied technicians during deployment.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Université Du Québec À Montréal (UQAM)
Montréal, Québec01.2024
Master of Science - Information Systems Security
École Supérieure Multinationale Des Télécommunications (ESMT)
Sénégal08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Network Administration And Security
École Supérieure Multinationale Des Télécommunications (ESMT)
Sénégal01.2021
Skills
Operating Systems & Virtualization
Windows, macOS, Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS), ESXi, VMWare Workstation, Virtual Machines
Cloud & IT Infrastructure
Information security, Firewall management, Cloud solutions, Network administration
Networking & Security
CCNA, CCNA Security, CCNP, VPN, Firewalls, Network Monitoring, VoIP (Cisco, Asterisk), System Security, System Monitoring, Technical support
Programming & Web Development
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bash, Python, UML, Merise
Database & Data Analysis
MySQL, PostgreSQL, Data Analysis, Power BI, Amplitude Up
Project Management & Methodologies
Planning, Coordination, Project Tracking, Agile, Waterfall, MS Project, Process Optimization
Certification
- NSE 3 Fortinet, 2022
- NSE 2 Fortinet, 2022
- NSE 1 Fortinet, 2022
- Windows Server 2012 et le réseau - Udemy, 2022
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Intern – Information Systems Security
COMPTOIRE BUREAUTIQUE INFORMATIQUE (CBI)
03.2023 - 09.2023
Intern – IT Support / Network Administrator
CORIS BANQUE INTERNATIONAL SENEGAL
07.2022 - 10.2022
Intern – Network & Information Security
ORANGE (SONATEL)
08.2021 - 11.2021
Intern – Network & Fiber Optic Deployment
ORANGE (SONATEL)
09.2019 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Information Technology
Université Du Québec À Montréal (UQAM)
Master of Science - Information Systems Security
École Supérieure Multinationale Des Télécommunications (ESMT)
Bachelor of Science - Network Administration And Security
École Supérieure Multinationale Des Télécommunications (ESMT)
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