I'm Hafiz M. Rizwan, a highly accomplished Network & Security Engineer with deep expertise in Routing & Switching, Wireless, and advanced network security architecture. I specialize in designing and implementing enterprise-grade network solutions that are secure, scalable, and high-performing.
@ Fortinet Specialist
My core strength lies in Fortinet technologies with hands-on experience in advanced deployments including:
- FortiGate NGFW – High Availability (HA), UTM, IPS/IDS, SD-WAN - FortiWeb (WAF)
- Protecting web apps from Layer 7 attacks - FortiSwitch & FortiAP
- Secure switching and wireless solutions - FortiAnalyzer & FortiManager
- Centralized logging, monitoring, and control - FortiAuthenticator
- Advanced identity and access management
@ Huawei Expert – Certified & Awarded
I'm a Huawei Certified Network Expert, and a Finalist in the Huawei ICT Skills Competition for the Middle East and Global Finals in the Network Track.
🏆 ICT Competition Finalist – Middle East & Global (Network Track)
Deep hands-on expertise in:
- Huawei SD-WAN: iMaster NCE-Campus, intelligent traffic steering, link health detection, application-based routing, SLA assurance
- NetEngine Series Routers: High-performance WAN edge & core platforms
- AR Routers, CloudEngine & S-Series Switches, AC WLAN, Agile Controller
- Enterprise solutions including CloudCampus and Huawei eKit
- Proficient in designing and deploying end-to-end Huawei enterprise networks
@ Multivendor Expertise
Beyond Fortinet and Huawei, I deliver secure, end-to-end network solutions using:
- Cisco: ISR/ASR routers, Catalyst & Nexus switches, WLCs, Cisco ISE, and Meraki
- Palo Alto: NGFW deployments, Threat Prevention, and Global Protect
- Cyber Security & Information Security – Research articles, academic assignments, policy papers, threat analysis, etc.
- Reports & Research-Based Content – Plagiarism-free, fact-checked, and structured content tailored to academic and industry standards.
@ Wireless Networking
I lead complete wireless infrastructure projects including:
- Wi-Fi surveys & heatmaps
- AP placement and configuration
- Enterprise-grade coverage planning
@ Additional Skills
- Network performance optimization
- Documentation, reporting, and solution presentations
I’m known for my results-driven approach, technical depth, and ability to align IT infrastructure with business goals. Whether you need to build a secure enterprise network from scratch or fine-tune an existing one, I bring the expertise and commitment to deliver.