PERSONAL SUMMARY
Solution-oriented, highly analytical and resourceful multi-disciplined System & Network Engineer with seven years of experience in IT Systems, Networks, Servers and Software applications. Having the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Microsoft Certified Solution Expert (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Professional(MCPS) credentials and having extensive hands on knowledge of Windows Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, MS Exchange, SQL Server, Networks, Routers, Switches, Security and Virtualization with bachelor degree in Computer Systems Engineering. In the past I’ve worked in large complex computing environments where I was charged with leading and motivating team of engineers and technicians. Now I am looking for a suitable position where I could use my existing skills and to further polish my career.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Experiences and qualifications are summarized as follows
-->MCSE (Cloud Platform & Server Infrastructure), installing, configuring, and administering Windows server. Creating policies, adding new user domains, policy domains, authentication schemes, and redirections.
--> Experience as Project manager for many IT Infrastructure projects.
--> Expertise in medium/large sized LAN/WAN design/configuration & implementation with CISCO equipment, wireless network design/configuration & implementation.
--> Server-side support - Windows Server 2008/2012 R2 Administration with Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, Data Backup. Web & MS-Outlook setup & error rectification.
--> Strong Experience in Network Designing, Implementation and configuration of CISCO based routing e.g. RIP, EIGRP, OSPF etc. and switching e.g. VLAN implementation, VLAN Security Implementation.
--> MS Exchange Server.
--> SQL Server.
--> Penetration Testing & Threats Mitigation.
--> Strong Experience in Designing and Implementation of Virtual Infrastructure Solutions using VMware and Microsoft Technologies.
--> Strong Experience in managing network operations to include: troubleshooting connectivity problems. Adding/terminating users; assigning rights and access etc.
--> Expertise in Designing and Implementation of Information Security roadmap for systems & networks using Firewalls, Anti Viruses and End Point Protector.
--> TCP/IP protocol suite (IP, ARP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, RARP, FTP, TFTP).
--> IP addressing and sub-netting, Routing concepts.
--> VPN networking.
--> Remote Access & Administration.
--> Working knowledge of DHCP Server, DNS Server and Proxy Server.
--> Symantec Backup Software Administration.
WORK EXPERIENCE (7 Years)
Taif Al Emarat Group of Companies, UAE
Sr. System & Network Engineer Jan 2015 to current
--> Managing and support of all aspects of Windows Servers 2008/2008 R2/2012 and network tasks.
--> Configuration of DC, Professional ADC, WEB, FTP, DNS and DHCP servers.
--> Creation of Users on DC server and applying different security policies on them.
--> Configuration of Member servers and Clients.
--> Performs research, analysis and recommendation for the core security principles of AIC (Availability, Integrity, Confidentiality) so that business runs smoothly.
--> VPN Network connectivity of hosts across UAE and Oman.
--> Monitoring objects & policies using Active Directory & Group Policy using windows 2012.
--> Performs testing tasks on operating systems, networks, and database products.
--> Researching, analyzing, and monitoring network & systems performance.
--> Perform windows and software upgrades & security patches.
--> Installation, configuration and administration of MS Exchange server.
--> Support for the company Eagle ERP Software Solution. Fixing data inconsistencies from the distributed SQL databases along with responsive connectivity.
--> Maintained the timely back-up of important data and management resources.
--> Assisted in the timely recovery of data lost due to software crash or hardware failure.
--> Vulnerability scanning & threats mitigation.
--> Handling of Virtual Machines in Hyper V and VMware environments.
--> Securing Network internally and externally by Firewall.
--> Monitoring, configuration of POS systems with more than 18 branches in UAE & Oman.
Directorate of Science & Technology, Gov. of KPK Pakistan
Network Engineer June 2011 to Oct 2014
--> Installed, optimized and configured new Windows Servers 2008/2012/R2 and application upgrades in existing network environment as per requirements.
--> Installing, Configuring and Managing AD / DHCP / DNS Services.
--> Creating Group Policies and implementation as per organization policies.
--> Authentication of Users to Network Resources and Blocking of Spam and unwanted websites.
--> Remote Desktop, Call and Chat based technical support for remote offices users.
--> Perform timely Patch management as per the Schedule.
--> Remote and on-site troubleshooting and resolution.
--> Monitoring complete network & providing network statistics.
--> Responsible for maintaining & troubleshooting network printers.
--> Installed and configured secured environments, VPN Internet connectivity of virtualized server environment for different government departments.
--> Maintained MS Exchange Server – Mailbox creation, quotas, owa and ActiveSync.
--> Maintained the timely back-up of important data and management resources.
--> Managed and advised the deployment of new system designs.
--> Assisted in the timely recovery of data lost due to software crash or hardware failure.
LTC, League of Trainers & Consultants, Peshawar Pakistan
IT Administrator Jan 2010 to Mar 2011
--> Managed Windows network (users, computers, printers, etc.) with Active Directory & GP.
--> Exchange server 2007 management.
--> Responsible for developing, managing and maintenance of company website
--> Coordinates efforts to utilize Information Technology that can improve the functioning of Compassion's fields offices.
--> Assists country office staff members to effectively utilize software and systems by facilitating user training.
IT Excellence Center, ITEC, Directorate of IT, Gov. of KPK, Pakistan
IT Administration Training/Internee Feb 2009 to Jan 2010
Training on System Administration & Networking Basics, network protocols, networking standards, network designing & network implementation with hands on experience of performing various projects
Certifications:
--> Microsoft Certified Solution Associate, Windows Server 2012 (MCSA MC ID: 12292095)
--> Microsoft Certified Solution Expert, Windows Server 2012 (MCSE MC ID: 12292095)
--> Microsoft Certified Professional (MCPS MC ID: 12292095)
--> Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA Cisco ID CSCO12904368).
--> Certified Network Professional (CCNP Cisco ID CSCO12904368)
--> Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH, Course finished, certification remains)
--> Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE, In progress)
--> Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP, In Progress)
Areas of Interest
--> Data Communication & Networking
--> IT Infrastructure
--> Information Security
--> Project Management
--> Cloud Computing & Virtualization
--> Information Security Audits
--> Databases Management Systems
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering
N.W.F.P University of Engineering & Technology (UET) Peshawar 2005 – 2010