# Ahmed Barakat

Ahmed Barakat is a remote worker on Himalayas, IT Specialist at IT Specialist, based in Egypt.

Source: https://himalayas.app/@ahmedbarakat

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I test software, troubleshoot IT systems, and improve reliable user-facing technical support.
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| Detail | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Availability | Looking for a job |
| Location | Egypt |
| Authorized to work in | Egypt |
| Salary expectations | 30k+ USD |
| Job categories | IT Support Specialist, Software Tester, Quality Assurance Engineer, Technical Support Specialist, Network Engineer, Cybersecurity Analyst, Database Administrator, IT Support Technician, Computer Support Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, IT Support Associate |
| Skills | IT Support, Software Testing, Functional Testing, API Testing, Performance Testing, System Testing, Postman, Networking, TCP IP, Subnetting, DNS, DHCP, Routing, Switching, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server, hardware troubleshooting, Technical Troubleshooting, Virtual Machines, UTMs, SQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Java, Customer Service, Agile, Penetration Testing, WEP, Linux, Boundary Value Analysis, Windows, Cairo |

## What I'm looking for

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I'm looking for an entry-level IT support, software testing, or quality assurance role where I can troubleshoot technical issues, test reliable systems, collaborate with teams, and continue building my networking and cybersecurity skills.
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## About

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I've tested AI-powered applications and real-time EMG signal processing, including functional, API, system, and performance testing. On Amwaly, I identified, documented, and tracked 15+ critical defects to support a stable release.

I bring hands-on knowledge of networking, Windows troubleshooting, virtualization, SQL, and IT support workflows. My Computer Science degree and ISTQB Foundation Level background support a disciplined approach to resolving technical issues and documenting outcomes clearly.
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## Experience

### IT Specialist

IT Specialist

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IT Specialist with a BSc in Computer Science and strong working knowledge of networking fundamentals, Windows systems, and troubleshooting. Skilled in diagnosing hardware, software, and connectivity issues, with hands-on experience in virtualization and structured problem-solving methodologies.
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Skills: Networking, TCP-IP, Subnetting, DNS, DHCP, Routing-And-Switching, Troubleshooting, Hardware, Software, Virtualization, SQL, MySQL, SQL-Server, Java, Customer-Service

## Education

### Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

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BSc in Computer Science from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, completed in 2024.
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## Tech stack

- Postman
- MySQL
- Java
- Linux
- Windows
- Windows Server
- Windows 10
- SQL
- Cairo

To contact Ahmed, message them from this profile with a Himalayas employer account: [Hire on Himalayas](https://himalayas.app/hire).

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