Name: Hamza Al-Sammarai
Role/Title: Network and security consultant
Location: Jessheim
Originally from: Sunndalsøra
You originally come from Bluetree, which has just merged with Sicra. What are your thoughts on the merger, and what expectations do you have for the transition from Bluetree to Sicra?
The merger brings together strong technical expertise and a clear focus on security, giving organizations room for continuity and growth. I look forward to strengthened collaboration across professional environments and to delivering even more robust and scalable solutions to our customers.
What do you work with, and which technologies do you use in your role today?
I work with networking and security, with a focus on building stable and secure solutions that perform reliably over time. In my day-to-day work, I use technologies such as Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto Networks, and Cisco enterprise networking solutions for LAN and WLAN.
What motivates you in your daily work? What do you find most rewarding to work on?
What motivates me most and is most rewarding is satisfied customers, continuous learning, and the opportunity to build strong relationships with customers, partners, and colleagues.
What are you most looking forward to going forward?
I look forward to working on meaningful projects, continuing to learn along the way, and delivering solutions that create real value for customers.
Which app or tool do you use the most in your daily work, and why?
I use Confluence the most in my daily work. It helps me maintain overview, structure documentation, and track progress, making complex projects easier to manage over time.
Do you have a favorite quote?
“Act as if it is impossible to fail.”
Do you have a favorite podcast or book you would recommend?
Podcast: My First Million with Sam Parr og Shaan Puri
Book: Stolen Focus by Johann Hari
What do you like to spend time on when you’re not working?
I enjoy playing chess, working out, and swimming.
What do you prefer?
Working from home or the office? The office
Biometrics or passcode? Passcode
Face ID or Touch ID? Face ID
Vipps or cash? Vipps
Gaming or TV? TV
Book or podcast? Book
Vacation in Norway or abroad? Abroad in winter. Norway in summer.
