Summary

I have been working since 2006 for over 15 years.


I started as a Computer Technician and was promoted after a year. I am passionate about learning new skills I have completed several training courses.


I have consistently achieved as well as exceeded many challenging tasks In the past, I had created the whole structure in a multinational company with determination.


I have been working in multiple organization which have different kind of job nature like Textile Sector, Shipping Agency, Education Sector and last but not least Software House which make my personality more unique and flexible to adjust with any kind of industry.


With my extensive experience in IT, I believe I can quickly get up to speed in this position.


Thank you for your time.



Qasim Ali

Projects

Deployment and Implement of FortiGate 100D Fire Wall

Experience

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Assistant Manager IT
Bahria Foundation
Apr 2022 - Present | Karachi, Pakistan

Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures.
• System functionality to contribute to organizational policy.
• Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time.
• Keeping management and users updated on progress.
• Maintain & Backup up all servers such as Database, Application, and EDI Server.
• Manage Switches, Routers and other network accessories.
• Coordinate with end users (Locally & Remotely) to support networks, computers, printers, personal digital assistants and smartphones.
• Responsible to maintain hardware, network security and software availability. Monitor server’s performance as recommended upgrading if required.
• Liaison with Pral & different ISPs for the availability of P2P Connectivity b/w BTHP & Customs.
• File Server Maintaining
• Manage Website
• Manage CCTV
• Manage Pabx
• Manage Jazz Business Portal.

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System and Network Analyst
Network 360
May 2018 - Present | Karachi, Pakistan

• Managing and Maintaining MS Server 2008,2012
• Handling and Maintaining CCTV System
• Managing and Maintaining File Server 2012
• Providing User End Support Through Calls and With Remote Desktop
• Creating purchase requisitions for IT Hardware/Software
• Managing and Control WI-Fi Internet Connectivity.
• Manage 3rd Party Load Balancer

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System and Network Administrator
Aict
Dec 2020 - Apr 2022 | Karachi, Pakistan

• Managing IT staff scheduling and rostering so IT Dept. can be operational 24/7.
• Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures.
• Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy
• Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time.
• Making sure there is a smooth changeover from the old system to the new one.
• Keeping management and users updated on progress.
• Identifying and acting on opportunities to improve and update software and systems.
• Maintain & Backup up all servers such as Database, Application, MDaemon, and EDI Server. • Manage Switches, Routers and other network accessories.
• Liaison with ISP’s Vendor for the availability of internet & P2P Connectivity of branch offices.
• Coordinate with end users (Locally & Remotely) to support networks, computers, printers, personal digital assistants and smartphones.
• Responsible to maintain hardware, network security and software availability. Monitor server’s performance as recommended upgrading if required.
• Manage & implement Active directory services.
• Liaison with Pral & different ISPs for the availability of P2P Connectivity b/w AICT & Customs.
• Create & manage POP accounts and maintain them through Google Apps (G Suite) & address book.
• Virtualized physical servers in Dell Power-edge R730.
• Create File Server on Linux with active directory authentication.
• Configure and manage Nano Station for p2p connectivity wirelessly

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System and Network Administrator
Dadabhoy Institute Of Higher Education
Feb 2017 - Apr 2018 | Karachi, Pakistan

• Manage Server 2008 and 2012
• Manage AD, DHCP, Backup Policy,
• Manage ISA Server 2006
• Setting up Laptops/ Desktops/ Tablets/ Mobiles/ Surface and other hardware devices
• Address user tickets regarding hardware, software, and networking
• Walk Users through installing applications and computer peripherals
• Ask targeted questions to diagnose problems
• Guide users with simple, step-by-step instructions
• Conduct remote troubleshooting to staff in Multiple Branches
• Test alternative pathways until you resolve an issue
• Customize desktop applications to meet user needs
• Record technical issues and solutions in logs
• Direct unresolved issues to the next level of support personnel
• Follow up with Department to ensure their systems are functional
• Help create technical documentation and manuals
• Managing Local IT inventory
• Manage the network plan and floor plan
• Manage local IT infrastructure, network, and telephony

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System and Network Administrator
Ispi Pvt Ltd
Feb 2015 - Jan 2017 | Karachi, Pakistan

Manage Server 2003 and 2008.
Manage AD, DHCP, Backup Policy.
Manage ISA Server 2006.
Manage (Mademon) Mail Server.
Setting up Laptops/ Desktops/ Tablets/ Mobiles.
Install all network hardware and software and make needed upgrades and repairs.
Maintain network and computer system security and ensure that all systems are operating correctly.
Collect data in order to evaluate the network’s or system’s performance and help make the system work better and faster.
Add users to a network and assign and update security permissions on the network.
Train users on the proper use of hardware and software.
Solve problems when a user or an automated monitoring system informs them that a problem exists.

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IT Officer
Sourcing Concepts Pakistan
Aug 2014 - Jan 2015 | Karachi, Pakistan

Deployment of Microsoft Windows OS(s) 2008 R2 / 2012
Active Directory / DNS / DHCP / Routing / Remote Access / VPN
Managing Fort-Gate Fire Wall
Hyper V (Server Virtualization)
Vm Ware Sever Virtualization
Kasper-sky Endpoint Protection Solutions
Server 2008 R2 / 2012 Backup and Recovery
Fort-Gate Fire Wall
Active Directory configuration & maintenance for users & computers
File Server maintenance
Maintaining M Daemon Email Server
Weekly Backups for File & Email Servers through windows built-in backup software utility
Desktop Virtualization Technologies including:
Maintained Hardware,
Software inventory through 3rd party Software Installation of multiple Systems
Windows Server 2008 R2 Configuration of Microsoft Hyper – V Server
Installation & configuration of 10+ Virtual Machines
Managing existing virtual machines
Conversion of Physical Server & Desktops to Virtual

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IT Officer
Global Exports
Aug 2013 - Aug 2014 | Karachi, Pakistan

Installing, Supporting, Administrating Local Area Network (LAN)
Maintaining Hubs, Routers, Switches and Bridges
Testing and maintenance of workstations
Recommending solutions to complex technical problems
Providing guidance to users and conducting periodic trainings.

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Instructor
CTTC (Pvt) Ltd.
Jan 2012 - Jul 2013 | Karachi, Pakistan

Responsible for Computer lab Maintenance

Hardware, Network, and MS Office Instructor

Successfully taught 4 batches of Certification Students

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Computer Technician
Start Computers
Jan 2006 - Dec 2011 | Karachi, Pakistan

Performed hardware and software installation
Installed and upgraded computer and network components
Diagnosed hardware failure, user errors, application errors and network problems
Demonstrated ability to analyze, evaluate, and resolve hardware and software conflicts

Education

On Wire Institute
Certification, CompTIA Linux+‎
Linux Server Administration
Completed
2017
Computer Collegiate Sindh Technical Board Karachi Skill Development Council
Certification, ‎
CCNA (R&S)
Incomplete
2015
CTTC
Certification, (MCSA) Microsoft Certified System Administrator‎
Microsoft Windows Administrator
Completed
2014
Indus Institute of Higher Education
Bachelors, Bachelors in Technology, BS-Tech‎
Computer System Hardware, Communication and Networking
Grade B+
2013
CTTC
Certification, N+‎
Networking
Completed
2011
CTTC
Certification, A+‎
Computer Hardware and Software
Completed
2006
GOVT MONOTECHNIC INSTITUTE
Diploma, D.A.E Computer Information Technology‎
Networking
Completed
2005

Skills

Expert Negotiating
Expert hardware
Beginner HTML Tags
Expert MCSE 2003
Expert networks
Expert strategic thinking
Expert Accounts Administration
Expert Active Directory
Intermediate CCNA
Expert CCTV Configuring
Expert Control Points Knowledge
Expert Data Backup Handling
Expert Data Security
Expert DHCP
Intermediate DNS
Intermediate Firewall
Expert Fortinet Fire Wall
Expert Handling Assignments
Expert Hardware Troubleshooting
Expert Installation and Software Configuration Skills
Beginner IP Phones
Intermediate IP Protocols
Expert IT Analyst Problem solver Troubleshooting
Expert IT Expert
Expert LAN / WAN
Expert LAN and WAN
Beginner Linux Systems
Expert MS Desktop Customer Service
Expert Network SAN Infrastructure
Expert Network Support
Expert OEMs
Expert Pursuing News Stories
Expert RAID Configuration
Expert Routers Management
Expert Server
Expert Software Management
Expert Software Troubleshooting
Intermediate Switches
Expert System Modification
Expert Targeting goals
Expert VAS Support
Expert Wide knowledge of computers
Expert window server 2012
Expert Windows
Expert Windows Administration
Expert Windows Servers
Expert Wireshark 
Beginner WP CLI
Expert رعاية العميل

Languages

Expert Urdu
Intermediate English