Summary

Qualified IT Professional with almost 10 years of experience across diverse organizations. A Graduate Computer Engineer, CISCO Certified CCNP/CCNA (R&S, Security), Juniper Certified (JNCIA-JUNOS), Microsoft IT, DELL & HIPAA Certified Professional. I am Hardworking, Competent. Responsible, Pro-active and a Team player.


 Significant exposure in working on different Technologies from renown vendors throughout my career (primarily DELL, HP, CISCO/ Juniper/ Cyberoam/ Meraki, Fortinet & other Next-Gen UTM Firewalls, Microsoft based Servers, Various Cloud Services, Remote Services & Other Network Infrastructure), setting up/ troubleshooting hardware/ software equipment etc.
 Proficient in IT Project Handling, IT Procurement, Network Evaluations with R&D, Deployment of the New Network / IT Infrastructure as per Standards, Server & Workstation Deployment, Integration & Migration of Hardware / Software, Network Security & Appliance Handling, PCI Scan & Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities, Email Encryption Services, Remote Services, Virtualization (Hyper-V), LAN/WAN, Network Infrastructure & Cabling (Optic Fiber, Copper), Routing & Switching, VOIP with QOS, Wireless Network, Email Services (Office 365, Google Apps, Exchange, SherWeb, Intermedia), Back-up & Disaster Recovery, Storage, Antivirus, Network Monitoring tools, Installation of Sensors, PAN Machines & Other Digital Equipment for Clients, Active Directory Domain Services, DHCP, DNS, VPN etc.
 Skilled in System / Network engineering & H/W support, Resource Optimization, Project Management, Network Management, Operation, Maintenance & Quality and management of access network
 Adept at managing, commissioning, configuration & maintenance of a wide range of network equipments and conducting periodic audits for maintenance of uptime
 Possess keen understanding of Project / Client Requirements coupled with hands-on exposure in handling all phases of Project / Program Life Cycle

Projects

SABIC UNITED U&O Satellite Workshop
SABIC UNITED EG-2 Satellite Workshop
ARAMCO Abqaiq Project
ARAMCO Juaymah Project, Saudi Arabia

Experience

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Network & Infrastructure Engineer (Systems Engineer)
FUTURENOW TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD
Jan 2020 - Present | Lahore, Pakistan

Responsibilities ·         - Monitoring & Maintenance of Data VCenter of Client including Servers, Workstations,Storage etc ·        - Administration of SolarWinds (NPM) Network Performance Monitor,SolarWinds (SAM) Servers and Application Monitor and LEM (Logs and EventManagement) ·   - Monitoring & Maintenance of Windows VMWare based Data Center for Main & DR Site- Backup of Network Infrastructure using VEEAM Backup and Replication using SAN. - Monitoring of Cloud Based Backup Zerto ·- Monitoring and Maintenance of Exchange Server & DAG. ·- Monitoring and Maintenance of DELL Storage SAN · - Monitoring and Maintenance of ESET Antivirus · - Monitoring of Riverbed Network Traffic Optimizer - Patching of Production Servers using WSUS & SolarWinds Patch Manager

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IT Specialist (Implementation Team)
HTI CONSULTANTS (USA)/ HEALTH CARE SYSTEM INTEGRATOR (ISLAMABAD,PAKISTAN)
Dec 2017 - Present | Islamabad, Pakistan

• Setup of Medical Practice Management Softwares, Sensors, PAN Machines & Other Digital Equipment for Clients
• Solve various Network Security & Patch issues occur on client’s end as per the HIPAA Shield Compliance Policies and base on Deep Scan Inspection PCI Scan, solve the various vulnerabilities on client’s end.
• Setup Email Encryption Solutions like Delivery Slip, MyHIPAA Shield, Voltage for the clients as per HIPAA Omnibus rule and took security measure to mitigate attack from Hackers and to prevent from Ransom ware.
• Handle/Manage Firewall of Clients, making policies as per the requirements. Have Experience Working on Notable UTM Firewalls like DELL SonicWALL, Fortinet, CybeRoam, CISCO ASA & Cloud Based CISCO Meraki.
• Installation/ up gradation of client’s software on Server/Workstations as per the requirement.
Integration & Migration mostly related to Medical / Dental Practice management, Imaging Softwares etc.
• Troubleshoot/ Resolution/ Remote Support of various Hardware / Software issues of more than
500+ Clients all over USA [mostly Medical, Dental & Insurance Clients].
• Deployment, Installation & configuration of Servers (2016, 2012, VM) & Workstations from Pre-Promo to Post Promo remotely and assist Site Engineers for successful Deployment of the whole Network. Create VMs & Use Smart Deploy Tool for successful deployment of new Machines.
• Work with different Remote Technologies like IDRAC Spyder, Screen Connect, DameWare, LogMeIn etc
• Work on Various NOC Technologies like Network Monitoring, Network Security, Back-up & Disaster
recovery Management, Monitoring Agents & Handling Antivirus for clients.
• Work on various IT related services / tools like :
Email Services (Office 365, Google Apps for Work, Exchange, SherWeb, Intermedia),
Email Encryption Services (like Delivery Slip, MyHIPAA Shield, Voltage],
• Network Evaluations with R&D for the Future Infrastructure Deployment.

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IT /Network /Security Engineer
H K Al-Sadiq Sons Contracting Co, LTD, Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia
Aug 2013 - Oct 2015 | Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia

Accomplishments
• Acknowledged for successfully completing ARAMCO-JUAYMAH Project as Team Lead, connecting ARAMCO PMT Site Offices with ARAMCO DAHRAN Backbone Network Infrastructure for Data & Telephone System
• Instrumental in recommending/ deploying Cyberoam as a UTM Firewall for Head Office (managing the Firewall as a Super Administrator) as well as Cloud Base Google Apps for Work suite in the organization

Responsibilities
• installation/ configuration of HP 3500 series network switch in ARAMCO PMT Office, coordinate activities related to connecting ARAMCO PMT site Office in Juaymah to ARAMCO DAHRAN Backbone Network in coordination with ARAMCO IT team
• Assist the subcontractor in setting up network, telephone & other IT related systems for ARAMCO PMT Site Offices including PMT Offices & Data room as per ARAMCO Standards in Juaymah & Abqaiq Area
• Supervise/ monitor IT related project activities in various SABIC industrial sites as per SABIC Standards
• Involved in managing/ troubleshooting network system (CISCO Routers, L2/ L3 Switches & Other Network Infrastructure) across the head office & site offices
• Utilize Cyberoam’s UTM Firewall Control to manage organizational network security. Define network policies based on requirements and incorporate PBX Based VOIP System with the Cyberoam Firewall
• Assist in setting up Google Apps for work as organizational Email/Office Suite System synchronization of Google mails with Microsoft Outlook as well as using Go-Daddy as an alternate Email System
• Archive/ migrate old Microsoft Exchange Server Based Email system to new Google Mail System.
• Deploy/ manage/ troubleshoot various hardware & network related equipments across head office & industrial site offices
• Install/ upgrade/ troubleshoot various company & project related software like Primavera, AutoCAD, SAGE, Peachtree, Trend Micro, Printers, Hand Punch Machine etc
• Manage IT related inventory system with ERP Based PASS system
• Interact with vendors in evaluating new technologies and recommending IT solutions based on organizational requirements
• Key Clientele: ARAMCO (Juaymah Projects, Abqaiq Projects & RT Refinery Projects),
SABIC (SADAF, Sharq, GAS, Saudi Kyan, Petrokemya, SAFCO Industrial Site Projects), SATROP, SASREF, SADARA

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IT & Instrumentation Project Engineer
K.A.KHONAINI & PARTNERS CONTRACTING CO, LTD, AL-JUBAIL – KSA
May 2011 - Dec 2012 | Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Accomplishments
• Successfully completed SABIC-UNITED project connecting two Satellite Workshops within UNITED U&O and EG-2 Plants with SABIC-UNITED Backbone Network Infrastructure. Data Network connected via Optic Fiber & Telephone System with Copper Cable System
• Commissioned Data Network, Telephone, PA/GA & Fire Alarm System within SABIC UNITED
• Recipient of Individual Appreciation Certificate from SABIC for qualitative project delivery

Responsibilities
• Supervised/ managed deployment of optic fiber based data network, telephone system, PA/GA & paging system, F&G and Fireworks system at the construction site
• Collaborated with subcontractors in deploying fiber optics & copper cable system to be linked to SABIC-UNITED backbone network infrastructure
• Evaluated network deploying activities to enhance operational efficiency, service quality and workmanship based on SABIC project standards & safety requirements
• Coordinated activities related to start-up & commissioning of network & instrumentation system
• Assessed approved construction plans related to IT & instrumentation system, project specification, scope and requirements followed by updated documentation of changes
• Submitted material proposals to client to align materials to project specification and acceptable standards
• Prepared bill of quantities listing individual components required to construct the project as well as Purchase Orders (PO) for materials required in the project
• Key clientele: SABIC (UNITED, SADAF & SAUDI KYAN Industrial Site Projects).

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DSL Support Engineer, Certificate Preparation & Freelancing
PTCL & NATIONAL ENGINEERS TRAINING SERVICES (NETS), LAHORE - PAK
Apr 2009 - Mar 2011 | Lahore, Pakistan

Responsibilities
• Provided Support for day to day DSL Issues (PTCL).
• Preparation for the certifications of CISCO CCNA (R&S) & CCNP. Got Training from NETS Institute & Certified. Acquired knowledge on implementing various networking concepts, installation/ troubleshooting of Network equipment. Did Some Freelancing work on Live-Person Site with Friends.
• Set up/ managed/ evaluated network infrastructure to align with operational requirements
• Installed various hardware and peripheral devices. Prepared official documentation & Network Diagrams

Education

Private (Self-Study)
Certification, ‎
AWS, Amazon Web Services
Incomplete
2026
Dell EMC
Certification, ‎
Computer Systems
Completed
2019
HIPAA
Certification, ‎
Computer Systems
Completed
2019
Self study
Certification, Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)‎
Data Communication and Networks
Completed
2017
ONLINE
Certification, Juniper JNCIA- JUNOS‎
Computer Networks and Communication
Completed
2017
CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA-Security)
Certification, CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA-Security)‎
Completed
2016
NETS Lahore
Certification, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)‎
Information Security and Network Administration, Routing and Switching
Completed
2010
NETS Lahore
Certification, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)‎
Information Security and Network Administration, Routing and Switching
Completed
2009
National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences
Bachelors, Bachelors in Science, BS Computer Engineering‎
CGPA 2.5/4
2008

Skills

Expert Amazon AWS
Beginner Atlassian jira
Expert AWS
Expert email configuration
Expert hardware
Expert HTML
Intermediate HTML Tags
Expert IT administrator
Expert LAN
Expert MCSA
Expert Mcse
Intermediate Microsoft Exchange Server
Expert network engineer
Expert networks
Expert Project Coordination
Expert server handling
Expert Software Projects
Expert Software Solution Architecture
Expert strategic thinking
Expert TCP/IP
Expert VPN
Expert WAN
Expert Windows 10
Expert Windows Server
Expert Workflows
Expert Accounts Administration
Expert Active Directory Experience
Expert Agile Project Management
Intermediate Amazon AWS Command
Expert Analytical Applications Command
Expert Answering Inquiries
Intermediate AWS
Intermediate Barracuda Spam Firewall
Expert C++
Expert CCNA
Expert CCNP
Expert Cisco
Expert Cisco Certified
Beginner Cisco DNA
Expert Cooordination Skills
Expert CRM Command
Expert Datacenter
Expert Deployments in Hybrid Mode
Expert Distribution Network
Expert Expert In Networking
Expert Firewalls
Expert Fortinet
Expert Functional Requirements
Expert Handling Assignments
Expert Hardware Support

Languages

Beginner Arabic
Expert Urdu
Expert English