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Security Researcher & Network Engineer

Hello, I'm Md. Samsel Arifin Chowdhury

5+ years securing enterprise infrastructures — FortiGate, Sophos, Cisco, BGP/OSPF, VPN, ISMS. Currently Sr. IT Engineer at Kolpolok Limited.

5+
Years Exp
1200+
Cases Resolved
5
Certifications
samsel@security-lab:~$
$ show firewall policy status FortiGate 300E — Policy Active FortiGate 500E — IPSec Tunnel UP Sophos UTM — WAF Rules: 247   $ show bgp summary Neighbor: 10.0.0.1 — ESTABLISHED Prefixes: 142 / Up/Down: 2d 14h   $ verify nse4 certification [✓] NSE 4 — FortiOS 7.2 — Oct 2023 $

Meet ARIFIN

A short introduction to my background, expertise, and the kind of work I love doing.

Video Introduction

Network Security Engineer
Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh

In this short video I walk through my background in enterprise network security, the tools I use daily, and how I approach complex infrastructure challenges — from FortiGate firewall migrations to ISP-level BGP routing.

FortiGate & Sophos Firewall Expert
BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EIGRP Routing
ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS Policy
1,200+ Technical Cases Resolved
CCNA + NSE4 + MCSA Certified
My Certifications Work History
StatusOpen to Opportunities
NSE 4Fortinet Certified

Md. Samsel Arifin Chowdhury

With over 5 years of experience in network and cybersecurity, I specialize in designing, securing, and optimizing complex IT infrastructures across enterprise environments, with expertise in network architecture (LAN/WAN), VPN technologies, and advanced security implementations including Fortinet FortiGate, Sophos UTM, and Palo Alto firewalls. I bring strong proficiency in routing and switching (Cisco, BGP, OSPF) and system administration across Windows Server, Linux, and Unix platforms, while actively developing VPN protocol automation scripts (Singbox, Hysteria2) using Bash to support scalable infrastructure operations. I also lead ISO/IEC 27001 implementation and compliance maintenance, covering policy development, audit readiness, and security governance, alongside experience in data center networking, performance optimization, patch management, and proactive threat mitigation. Having resolved 1,200+ technical cases, I focus on improving system reliability, strengthening security posture, and driving operational efficiency through automation and best practices.

Emailsamselarifinchowdhury@gmail.com
LocationBanasree, Dhaka - 1219
Phone+8801521428553
EducationBSc CSE, BIST (CGPA 3.23)

Core Competencies

Firewall Config — FortiGate, Sophos, Cisco95%
Routing Protocols — BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EIGRP90%
VPN — IPSec, SSL, Site-to-Site92%
VLAN / STP / Layer 2-3 Architecture88%
ISMS / ISO 27001 / Security Policy80%
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Work Experience

From network administration to enterprise security engineering — a 5-year progression through Bangladesh's leading technology firms.

Kolpolok Limited

Dhaka, Bangladesh
Current
Sr. IT Engineer March 2025 — Present
  • Manage and optimize global IT infrastructure including VPN (AnyConnect, OpenVPN, WireGuard, Ocserv) and cloud-based systems
  • Lead IT projects — network upgrades, system implementations, and software rollouts
  • Designed and implemented automation pipelines (Singbox + Hysteria2), improving deployment speed and reliability
  • Delivered DNS filtering and ad‑blocking solutions across 170+ servers in multiple regions (EU, USA, Asia)
  • Implemented robust network security controls including firewall automation, IP attack detection & mitigation, and traffic filtering
  • Built internal dashboards using Wazuh SIEM, enhancing security visibility and monitoring
  • Led incident response and threat mitigation for device compromise, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and service disruptions
  • Enforced ISO/IEC 27001 standards by implementing 30+ security policies and conducting organization‑wide training sessions
  • Improved operational efficiency with proactive monitoring, reducing downtime and enabling near real‑time issue resolution
  • Performed internal audits and security assessments to ensure continuous ISO 27001 compliance
  • Collaborated with auditors and external consultants for ISO certification and periodic compliance reviews
InfrastructureCloudIT LeadershipSecurity ComplianceTeam Management

BacBon Limited

Dhaka, Bangladesh
1 yr 4 mo
Network Security Engineer November 2023 — February 2025
  • Install, configure, and maintain server OS — Windows Server, Linux, Unix
  • Draft, review, and update ISMS policies aligned with ISO/IEC 27001 standards
  • Configure and manage FortiGate, Sophos, and Cisco firewalls and enterprise switches
  • Implement and maintain SSL VPN, IPSec tunnels, and certificate-based auth
  • Monitor SIEM tools (Splunk), respond to security alerts, and document incidents
FortiGateSophos UTMISO 27001IPSecSSL VPNSplunkLinux

Aamra Networks Limited

Dhaka, Bangladesh
11 mo
Network Engineer — Technical Support November 2022 — October 2023
  • Maintained enterprise LAN/WAN networks for ISP-level infrastructure
  • Configured advanced routing — OSPF, BGP, MPLS, EIGRP on Cisco routers
  • Managed Layer 2/Layer 3 — VLANs, STP, trunking, subnetting
  • High availability and redundant network architecture design
  • Resolved 1,200+ technical support cases across network and security domains
BGPOSPFMPLSEIGRPVLANISPHigh Availability

Business Network — Bnet

Dhaka, Bangladesh
11 mo
Executive Engineer, Network Administration June 2021 — May 2022
  • Administered enterprise routers, switches, and firewall configurations for business clients
  • Implemented VPN solutions and managed access control lists
  • Network performance monitoring, patch management, and incident response
  • Layer 2/Layer 3 topology management and troubleshooting
CiscoVPNACLNetwork AdminMonitoring

Virtually Testing Foundation

Remote / International
2 mo
Virtual Intern January 2021 — March 2021
  • Completed virtual internship focused on security testing fundamentals
  • Gained hands-on exposure to real-world security workflows and professional documentation
Security TestingInternship

Certifications & Courses

Industry-recognized credentials in firewall engineering, network security, and system administration.

Security Projects

Real-world firewall deployments, ISP network configs, VPN setups, and homelab security builds.

ISO 27001 & Compliance

ISO 27001:2022 ISMS Development and Implementation at BacBon Limited

Project Summary ISO 27001:2022 implementation was the core focus of my role in 2024, where I served as an ISMS…

annex-a audit bacbon compliance
Network Infrastructure

Server Room Setup Design with Maintaining Proper Security Measures

Secure, Scalable Server Room Design & Deployment for an Edu-Tech Company Project Overview Client BacBon Ltd (Edu-Tech Company) Location Dhaka,…

Cisco-switch data-center-design Dell-PowerEdge hot-aisle-cold-aisle
Network Security

Firewall Migration & Complete Setup — Enterprise Grade (Major Vehicle Manufacturer)

Overview This project involved a full-scale enterprise firewall migration and fresh deployment for one of the largest vehicle manufacturers in…

Routing & ISP

CISCO POP Switch & Router Configuration for ISP | MSAChowdhury

Routing & ISP Project Overview Client Internet Service Provider (ISP) — Confidential Location Moghbazar, Dhaka, Bangladesh Date September 2021 Role…

catalyst cisco isp nat
Network Infrastructure

Sophos XGS & MikroTik Data Connectivity through GRE Tunnel

GRE Tunneling for Multi-Branch WAN Connectivity Project Overview Client RMG Company (Confidential) Location Gazipur, Bangladesh Date July 2023 Role Project…

ccr1009 Firewall gre gre-tunnel

Security Blog

Firewall configs, network writeups, lab builds, and field notes from enterprise security work.

Contact Me

Available for security consulting, network architecture projects, and full-time opportunities.

Let's Work Together

Whether you need a firewall migration, network security audit, or want to discuss a new role — I'm ready to talk.

Emailsamselarifinchowdhury@gmail.com
Phone+8801521428553
LocationBanasree, Dhaka - 1219, Bangladesh