Huda Goehar

Background

About Huda Goehar

Cybersecurity and Network Security Engineer with an MSc in Computer Networks from Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada, and experience applying machine learning to intrusion detection and secure communication systems. Skilled in IDS/IPS, VPNs, and firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, FortiGate), with strong knowledge of 5G, LTE, MPLS, SDN, QoS, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP). Certified in CCNP, AWS, Azure, and Fortinet, with practical knowledge of cloud environments and virtualization tools such as VMware and Exchange Server. Experienced with OMNeT++, GNS3, Typhoon HIL, and MATLAB for simulation and research. Background includes four years as a Network Engineer in the petroleum sector, managing secure infrastructure and firewalls, plus graduate and research assistant roles at TMU supporting cybersecurity and smart grid projects with AI-driven approaches. Fluent in English and Arabic, and currently pursuing a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering at TMU, focusing on AI-enhanced intrusion detection for smart grids. I aim to apply expertise in cybersecurity and machine learning to deliver resilient, scalable, and secure solutions for enterprises and critical infrastructure.