Majid Ali
About Majid Ali
Majid Ali is an IT Site Manager at Novocure in Switzerland with extensive experience in ICT operations, security, and vulnerability assessments.
Title and Current Role
Majid Ali holds the position of IT Site Manager at Novocure in Switzerland. He is responsible for managing IT operations and overseeing technology initiatives to support the company's objectives.
Previous Positions and Experience
Majid Ali has an extensive background in IT and security roles, having worked at various organizations over the years. From 2019 to 2021, he served as ICT Operations Supervisor & Security at AOC, LLC in Switzerland. Prior to that, he worked at Aliancys as an ICT Operations Supervisor from 2017 to 2018 in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. His experience also includes a lengthy tenure at the London Borough of Camden, where he was an Information Security Technician from 2006 to 2017 in the United Kingdom. Additionally, he held the role of Stock Room Assistant Supervisor at American Apparel from 2006 to 2008.
Educational Background
Majid Ali studied at the University of Westminster, where he earned a BSc in Computer Science with Honours. He completed his studies over a period of five years, from 2003 to 2008.
Technical Skills and Tools
Majid Ali has extensive experience in performing vulnerability assessment scans and assisting with penetration testing. He is proficient in using tools such as Acunetix and Nessus for these tasks. He applies rules on Websense to resolve user web filter issues and uses network monitoring tools like Wireshark for web filtering investigations. Additionally, he prepares detailed reports on vulnerability and penetration testing, collaborating with business units to develop remediation plans.
Network and Systems Administration
Majid Ali has a deep understanding of deploying and administering Microsoft System Center 2012 Configuration Manager and Operations Manager. He is experienced in rolling out PC images using Norton Ghost and imagex. He provides network support using remote tools such as Kaseya and Centrastage (VNC) and has liaised with third-party companies like Dell, Matrix, HP, and Research Machines Ltd to provide effective IT support and solutions. Furthermore, he has installed and configured LaserJet printers to support network environments.