halwanidesign.com – Where Imagination Meets Pixels

Work Experience

JAN 2012 - PRESENT

Digital Designer

• Design graphics, such as logos, banners, infographics, and illustrations, to convey messages effectively.
• Create visually appealing and user-friendly websites, ensuring responsive design for different devices, focusing on user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design to enhance the usability and accessibility of digital products.
• Work with multimedia elements like images, videos, and animations to engage audiences.
• Create 2D/3D animations and motion graphics for websites and digital marketing.

Web & Mobile App Developer

• Design and build Mobile Apps, websites, ranging from simple static pages to complex web applications, using programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and more.
• Focus on the client-side (front-end) of websites, ensuring that the user interface and design are visually appealing and responsive.
• Design and maintain databases to store and retrieve data efficiently, often using technologies like SQL or NoSQL databases.
• Work with CMS platforms like WordPress to create and manage websites contents.
• Implement security measures to protect websites from hacking, data breaches, and other threats.

Games & AR/VR Developer

• Write code using languages like C++, C#, using Unity3D and Unreal Engine platforms to build and optimize games or AR/VR applications.
• Create 3D models and assets for games and AR/VR simulations.
• Design intuitive interfaces for game menus and AR/VR interactions.
• Adding sound effects and music to enhance the gaming or AR/VR experience.

3D Printing Engineer

• Design 3D models or work with existing designs to prepare them for the 3D printing process using FDM and SLA 3D printers' technology.
• Select suitable materials for 3D printing based on the object's purpose and requirements.
• Operate and maintain 3D printers, inspect and test printed objects for quality, accuracy, and functionality.
• Produce customized parts or products tailored to specific.

Microcontroller Developer

• Design and develop electronic systems and devices that use microcontrollers like Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry PI, Jetson Nano, with sensors and actuators to perform specific tasks.
• Developing unique solutions for automation, control systems, IoT (Internet of Things), and more that connect to the internet for data collection and remote control.
• Implementing communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, and MQTT for data exchange.

Artisan CNC & Laser

• Programming the CNC machine (X-Carve) to cut, carve, and engrave materials with high accuracy and consistency.
• Designing and cutting wooden furniture like parametric benches, Paw Chair, side tables, cabinets, wood & acrylic led signs, and Aluminum and others.
• Designing keychain holders, coasters, acrylic ornaments, wood engraving, leather wallets, jewelry, glasses, photos and more, with Ortur LM3 laser machine.

MAR 2003 - JUL 2023

Assistant IT Security Specialist (2014-2023)

• Researched, implemented, tested, and reviewed the organization’s information security including cyber security aspects, to protect information and prevent unauthorized access.
• Assist in providing security requirements for information systems operations.
• Provide technical guidance for the implementation of security tools that control and monitor information security.
• Follow and implement information security policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure ongoing maintenance of information security.
• Assess vulnerabilities and risk associated with information systems operations.
• Keep a log of security incidents, and follow-up on the resolution of information systems related incidents to prevent future security breaches.
• Evaluate new information systems projects and ensure that they address security aspects.
• Assist in the implementation and testing of IT Disaster Recovery Plans.

IT Operation Support (2003-2013)

• Monitor the AS400 server and its applications to ensure they are running smoothly. This includes checking for system errors, performance issues, and potential security threats.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as system backups, updates, and patches to ensure the stability and security of the AS400 environment.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues and errors that may arise in the AS400 system, including hardware, software, and network-related problems.
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect sensitive financial data and ensure compliance with banking regulations. This includes user access controls, encryption, and security audits.
• Keep detailed records of system configurations, maintenance activities, and incident reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
• Work closely with other IT teams, such as application developers, database administrators, and network engineers, to resolve issues and implement enhancements.
• Provide support to bank employees who interact with the AS400 system, ensuring they can use it effectively and securely.

MAY 1998 - DEC 2002

AS400 Technical Support

• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, including server errors and performance problems with the collaboration of the technical support team in Amsterdam.
• Provide assistance to users who interact with the AS400 system, addressing their queries reports and other issues.
• Perform routine data backups and develop disaster recovery plans to safeguard data integrity with the collaboration of the technical support team in Amsterdam.

Web Designer

• Create and develop the bank's website, ensuring a user-friendly and secure online presence.
• Work with IT, marketing, and compliance teams to align the website with the bank's goals and objectives.
• Monitor website traffic and user behavior to make data-driven improvements.

SEP 1994 - AUG 1995

Computer Technician

• Perform hardware repairs and maintenance tasks, such as upgrading components, replacing parts, and cleaning systems.
• Assist customers with their computer-related inquiries, including hardware and software issues.
• Provide technical guidance to customers looking to purchase new computers, peripherals, or accessories.