Instructor
VerifiedMentorship openHafiz Ali Mansoor Elahi
Course instructor
About
I am an IT leader, cybersecurity professional, trainer, researcher, and visiting lecturer with over 15 years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, and digital transformation. Recognized for mentoring talent and fostering a culture of innovation, I actively contribute to academia as a Visiting Faculty member. To further this mission, I founded ProMaker Institute, aiming to bridge the gap between academic learning, practical IT skills, industry expectations, and career readiness.…
Mentorship services
Research & FYP Guidance
60 min live session
$71.43≈ PKR 20,000.00
Get professional academic mentorship designed for students working on Final Year Projects, research projects, MS/MPhil theses, or PhD-level research.
Experience
Founder & Lead Instructor
Pro Maker Institute
2025 – Present
Founded ProMaker Institute to bridge the gap between academic learning, practical IT skills, and career readiness through hands-on training and mentorship.
IT Head
Industrad Engineering Pvt Ltd
2018 – Present
Spearheaded IT strategy, Microsoft 365 deployment, and vendor management while implementing security frameworks aligned with industry standards.
University Visiting lecturer
University of Management & Technology (UMT)
2024 – Present
Delivered industry-oriented Cyber Security education, taught advanced courses, and mentored students for final-year projects to bridge theory with practice.
Assistant IT Manager
Planners Event Management
2013 – 2018
Provided technical support, managed computer networks, trained employees, and implemented strategic plans to increase productivity using new technologies.
Network Engineer
CACTUS NETWORK SOLUTIONS
2011 – 2013
Administered LANs/WANs, monitored network performance, coordinated disaster response plans, and communicated with suppliers and staff for IT operations.
Accomplishments
PhD in Computer Science
2026Green International University
Research specialization in Quantum Cryptography.
Industry & Social Impact Partnership with Dafi Labs
2026ProMaker Institute & Dafi Labs
Supported deserving and orphan learners through free practical skills training, learning portals access, and future internship opportunities.
Social Impact Partnership with Aghosh Orphan Care Homes
2026ProMaker Institute & Aghosh Orphan Care Homes
Provided tuition-free practical IT and digital-skills training to eligible learners to empower deserving young people.
ET12 - Sophos Central Detection and Response v5.5
2026Sophos
Achieved professional certification in Central Detection and Response
Social Impact Partnership with HFCF
2026ProMaker Institute & Holistic Foster Care Foundation
Provided tuition-free IT and digital-skills learning to 22 orphaned girls aged 5-14, along with digital security training for staff.
Certificate of Appreciation - Cybersecurity Workshop for Beginners
2026EmpRadar
Delivered practical cybersecurity knowledge and industry insights to aspiring learners, contributing to the development of future IT professionals.
Guest Speaker - Cybersecurity Awareness Session
2026The University of Lahore
Conducted a session on "Navigating the Future: Cyber Threats in the Quantum Era, Emerging Technologies, and Personal Security."
Certificate of Appreciation - Guest Speaker
2025University of Management and Technology (UMT)
Awarded for delivering an invited lecture on Information Security and Privacy, including a live practical demonstration of a major ransomware attack.
Technical Sales Professional: Surface Command Product Certification
2026Rapid7 Partner Academy
Achieved professional product certification.
Sales Professional: Foundation Certification
2026Rapid7 Partner Academy
Achieved professional foundation certification.
Technical Sales Professional: InsightVM Product Certification
2026Rapid7 Partner Academy
Achieved professional product certification.
Technical Sales Professional: Foundation Certification
2026Rapid7 Partner Academy
Achieved professional technical foundation certification.
Technical Sales Professional: Incident Command Product Certification
2026Rapid7 Partner Academy
Achieved professional product certification.
Technical Sales Professional: Exposure Command Product Certification
2026Rapid7 Partner Academy
Achieved professional product certification
Technical Sales Professional: InsightIDR Product Certification
2026Rapid7 Partner Academy
Achieved professional product certification.
AT15 - Central Endpoint Protection v5.0 - Architect
2025Sophos
Achieved architect-level certification for Central Endpoint Protection.
AT80 - Sophos Firewall Architect
2025Sophos
Achieved architect-level certification for Sophos Firewall.
ET86 - Sophos Switch v1.0
2025Sophos
Achieved professional certification for Sophos Switch.
ET90 - Central Wireless v3.0
2025Sophos
Achieved professional certification in Central Wireless.
Fortinet Certified Associate Cybersecurity
2025Fortinet
Achieved associate-level certification in cybersecurity.
Guest Lecturer Recognition - Cyber Security
2025University of Management and Technology (UMT)
Awarded for delivering an invited lecture on Information Security and Privacy, including a live practical demonstration of a major ransomware attack for MPhil Computer Science students.
Guest Speaker Recognition - AI Summit 2025
2025Artificial Intelligence Summit, Faisalabad
Recognized for participation as an invited Guest Speaker (Panel Talk) on "How AI Is Disrupting Core Technologies in Pakistan."
Certificate of Appreciation - Guest Speaker
2025GIU Lahore
Awarded for delivering an invited session on "Protecting Your Digital World," focusing on digital security awareness and cyber safety.
Certificate of Appreciation - Keynote Speaker
2025University of Management and Technology (UMT)
Recognized for delivering a keynote session titled "From Future Innovation to Personal Security," highlighting emerging technologies.
FCA - FortiGate 7.6 Operator
2025Fortinet
Certified as a FortiGate Operator.
Certified Professional: Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud (040.16)
2025Kaspersky
Achieved professional certification for Endpoint Security Cloud.
Sales Specialist: Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud (S40.16)
2025Kaspersky
Achieved sales specialist certification.
Sales Specialist: Kaspersky Container Security (S44.2)
2025Kaspersky
Achieved sales specialist certification for Container Security.
IT Security Guest Speaker Session
2024University of Management and Technology (UMT)
Awarded for delivering a Guest Speaker session on the importance of IT Security, including a live demonstration of a cryptographic attack.
DevOps
2023Corvit Systems
Completed professional training and certification in DevOps.
Forensic Investigation (CHFI)
2022EC-Council (Optional)
Achieved Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator certification.
Published a paper "Secure Key-Based Substitution-Boxes Design Using Systematic Search for High Nonlinearity"
2023IEEE Access
Proposed a novel chaotic map and systematic search method for generating key-dependent dynamic and highly nonlinear S-boxes, passing standard cryptographic tests.
Penetration Testing (CPT)
2022Achieved professional certification in Penetration Testing.
CCNA CyberOps
2022Cisco
Achieved associate-level certification in cybersecurity operations.
CEHv12 (Certified Ethical Hacker)
2022EC Council
Achieved professional certification as an Ethical Hacker.
CCNA Security
2022Cisco
Achieved associate-level certification in network security.
SOPHOS Antivirus & Firewall
2021Sophos
Achieved professional certification for Antivirus and Firewall deployment.
Town Administrator
2021Faisal Town, Lahore
Facilitated community problem-solving and development initiatives as an administrative leader.
ZEBRA Workforce Connect Technical Associate Certification
2020Zebra Technologies
Achieved technical associate certification.
ZEBRA RFID Technical Associate Certification
2020Zebra Technologies
Achieved technical associate certification for RFID.
Mojix RFID System
2019Mojix
Completed official training in Dubai regarding the design and implementation of RFID equipment.
Cybersecurity Educational YouTuber
2019YouTube
Created comprehensive video guidance to educate individuals on securing data stored in their everyday gadgets.
IELTS (The International English Language Testing System)
2015British Council
Demonstrated English language proficiency.
MCITP (Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional)
2013Microsoft
Achieved professional IT certification.
Diploma - Laptop & Computer Hardware Repairing
2012Achieved diploma in hardware repair.
MCP (Microsoft Pro: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Support Technician)
2012Microsoft
Achieved professional certification as an Enterprise Desktop Support Technician.
CCIP (CISCO CERTIFIED INTERNETWORK PROFESSIONAL)
2012Cisco
Achieved professional-level internetwork certification.
CCNA (CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ASSOCIATE)
2012Cisco
Achieved associate-level network certification.
CCIE R&S (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert)
2011Cisco
Achieved expert-level certification in Routing and Switching.
CCNP R&S (Cisco Certified Network Professional)
2009Cisco
Achieved professional-level certification in Routing and Switching.
CCNA (Routing & Switching)
2009Cisco
Achieved associate-level certification in Routing and Switching.
CompTIA A+
2009Achieved professional IT foundation certification.
Member
2009Youth Club of Pakistan
Active member participating in youth and community initiatives.
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