Muhammad Musaddiq, Manager

Muhammad Musaddiq

Manager

MCB Islamic Bank (MIB)

Location
Pakistan - Lahore
Education
Master's degree, Computer Networks
Experience
9 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :9 years, 0 Months

Manager at MCB Islamic Bank (MIB)
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • My current job since May 2019

► Handling operational and functional aspects of enterprise perimeter security with effective implementation of Cisco NGFW & NGIPS. Managing upgradation of Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) from 6.3.0 to 6.4.0 release
► Upgraded Cisco Firepower eXtensible Operating System (FXOS) from 2.4 (1.101) to 2.7 (1.98) version
► Deployment of f5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) in one-arm mode.
► Operational experience of PaloAlto firewall along with troubleshooting.
► Diligently deploying VPN technologies such as site-to-site & remote VPN on Cisco routers and FMC; configured IPsec VPNs between sites
► Implementing and monitoring smooth operations of Cisco Data Center Switching Nexus 5k, 2k & Cisco Firewalls ASAs. Performing authentication of network devices via TACACS in Cisco ACS.
► Operational experience in CUCM, WLC & voice call recording Mayna. Working on implementation of network infrastructure security with AAA, SSH & SNMP protocols
► Providing network access to bank users for core & DMZ banking services. Handling configurations for implementation of securities, policies & network vulnerability assessment on layer 2/3
► Supervising network professionals in network & security product assessment, design, implementation and deployment. Developing network DR technical documentation and project plans to meet business and regulatory guidelines

Officer Monitoring and Shift Operations at Allied Bank Limited
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • November 2016 to May 2019

► Handled deployment of Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) while enabling MAB, 802.1x and VPNs; operational tasks of Cisco Security Manager (CSM) and Syslog; supported in management & configuration of Dynamic Multipoint VPN (DMVPN) and GRE over IPsec
► Performed practical experience with Cisco Switches: Nexus 5k, 7k, VSS 6513, 2900, 3500, 3700 switches and Cisco Firewalls like NGFW ASA 5585x, ASA 5555x and 5525x; Cisco Routers: 800, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2800, 4200, 1004, 2900 series
► Upgraded NPM from version 11.5.3 to 12.1, NCM from 7.4.1 to 7.6, NTA from 4.1.2 to 4.2.1 version & Kiwi Syslog Server from 9.2.0 to 9.6.3
► Proactively monitored data center devices using Alerts and Reports Management system in SolarWinds. Successfully managed more than 15, 000 nodes on Network Performance Monitor (NPM), analyzed traffic of data center core devices on Network Traffic Analyzer
► Administered logs and critical links of network infrastructure with Kiwi Syslog Server and PRTG Network Monitor respectively. Handled diagnoses and troubleshooting of Network systems to keep the systems up 24x7 with minimal downtime in case of any faults and problems, campus monitoring (LAN/access management) for more than 3000 users at ABL head office
► Monitored device status, network traffic and link’s health at core and branch level; troubleshooted their issues to ensuring smooth network operation. Analyzed, evaluated and monitored network infrastructure to ensure connectivity at optimal performance using Network Management System i.e., Orion SolarWinds Products
► Provided access and support to field engineers in fault rectification of links. Performed deployment of new links and remotely configure routers and switches at branch level. Managed Network Operation (NOC) reports to develop branch uptime and vendor outage report.
► Participated in core network activity in terms of up-gradation and replacement of devices, IOS up-gradation and licensing of routers/Switches. Separated ATMs of branches from local LAN branch network to isolated network and applied Layer 2 and Layer 3 securities

Sr. Officer IT at Unique Group of Institutions
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • March 2016 to November 2016

► Performed installation of computer hardware operating systems, network and applications. Monitored and maintained computer systems and networks. Conducted configuration of Cisco Routers (800 Series, 1921, 2951) and Switches (2950, 2960)
► Performed installation and configuration of Cisco switch 2950; window server 2008 and active directory; CCTV cameras. Managed VLANs for the different departments. Communicated with staff face-to-face and on call to help in setting up systems or resolve issues

Resident Engineer at Interactive Group of Companies (IACGRP)
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • November 2012 to August 2013

► Monitored and maintained computer systems & networks; Performed installation of network system for the Hospital Management System (HMS). Provided technical network and desktop support to users; develop user accounts, permissions & passwords
► Conducted and delivered training lectures on HMS application. Periodically prepared network issues’ reports. Managed open ticket resource system along with installation and troubleshooting of computer hardware, operating systems and applications

Education

Master's degree, Computer Networks
  • at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
  • January 2013
Bachelor's degree, Computer Engineering
  • at COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
  • August 2012

Specialties & Skills

F5 BigIP
firepower FTD
Computer Networks
Network Security
NETWORK SECURITY
PaloAlto
ASA Firewall, NGFW, NGIPS, NGIPDS
NMS, NTA, NCM, Syslog
PROJECT PLANNING
Routing and Switching
TECHNICAL WRITING
ISE, ACS, F5
IPSec, GRE, SSL, DMVPN

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Languages

English
Expert
Urdu
Native Speaker
Punjabi
Expert

Training and Certifications

Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) (Certificate)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA R&S) (Certificate)
NSE Certified, NSE1 & 2 Network Security Associate (Certificate)
Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Automation and DevOps (Certificate)
Juniper Networks Certified Design Associate (Certificate)
Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Cloud (Certificate)
Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Junos (Certificate)
Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Security (Certificate)
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Operations Certified Associate (Certificate)
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2019 Architect Certified Foundation, Associate & Professional (Certificate)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (Certificate)
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) (Certificate)
Cisco Certified Specialist-Security Identity Management Implementation (SISE) (Certificate)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security (Certificate)
Cisco Certified Specialist-Security Core (CCIE-SEC-WR) (Certificate)

Hobbies

  • Cricket
    Major Achievement: - Achieved “Campus Silver Medal” for outstanding academic performance in BSCE