Muhammad Usman Ali, Network Administrator

Muhammad Usman Ali

Network Administrator

Information Technology University, Lahore

Location
Pakistan - Lahore
Education
Master's degree, Electrical Engineering
Experience
13 years, 10 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :13 years, 10 Months

Network Administrator at Information Technology University, Lahore
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • My current job since November 2015

• Deployment, configuration, installation and maintenance of network connectivity (LAN/ WLAN/ WAN) as per technical consideration.
• Primarily responsible for maintaining and supporting the entire university network infrastructure for tuning and solving complex issues.
• Configure & troubleshoot VLANs (virtual local area networks) for data & voice traffic as per network design.
• On premises / remote IT support to Faculty Heads & Members, PhD Fellows, Research & Teaching Assistants, Students & Staff Members for video conferencing sessions using Microsoft Team / Zoom / Google Meet / Facebook / Skype platform for Online Class & Exams / Interviews / Training & Events.
• Deployment, Installation, configuration & backup of Rocks 7.0 Clusters for High Performance Computing (HPC) using Linux (CentOS 7) server for Block Chain Lab Project.
• On premises installation, configuration, maintenance and backup of Moodle based learning management system (LMS) using Linux (Ubuntu 16) server for students, faculty & staff members.
• Installation, configuration, maintenance & backup of Redmine Ticketing System using Linux (Ubuntu 16) server.
• Manage Local & Wireless Networks of the campus & identify the user needs.
• Maintenance & troubleshooting of centralize network printers.
• Deployed, configured & maintained CCTV setup for campus surveillance.
• Maintain Network Servers such as Print Servers, Active Directory, Desktop Computers, Routers, Switches, Static & Dynamic address assignment, Port Forwarding, IP Phones, Software Development and Patches.
• Monitored daily backups, antivirus status, shared storage space and network activity, adjusting network equipment and settings as needed.
• Monitor networks to ensure security and availability to specific users.
• Upgrades networks and provides high level of support at all times.

Network Engineer at ELINKS, Pvt, Ltd, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Pakistan - Lahore
  • July 2010 to November 2015

• Resolves network-related problems on a daily basis.
• Configures, tests, and maintains LAN/WAN equipment and related services
• Design, install and configure the entire Wireless & Wired Network Infrastructure.
• Identifies, diagnoses, and resolves network problems.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks.
• Analyzes complex data, voice or video network documentation and communicates to senior management regarding the current operational status of networks.
• Ensures LAN / WAN continuing functionality by using network monitoring and management tools.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving of structured cabling systems.
• Maintains up to date network documentation
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, and ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
• Good oral and written communication skills, and ability to address conflict with others constructively.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Education

Master's degree, Electrical Engineering
  • at FAST-NUCES
  • January 2013

I completed my MS (Electrical Engineering) in January 2013 with CGPA ~ 3.10 out of 4.0 Following Core Subjects were taught: - Advanced Computer Networks - Advanced Digital Signal Processing - Digital Communication Theory - Advanced Wireless Communications - Digital Image Processing - Speech Processing - Coding Theory

Bachelor's degree, Telecommunication Engineering
  • at FAST-NUCES
  • June 2009

I completed my BS (Telecommunication Engineering) in June 2009 and got Bronze Medal with CGPA ~ 3.52 out of 4.0 (Overall 3rd Position in Batch 2005). Following Core Subjects were taught: - Wireless & Mobile Communication - Data Communication & Networks - Signals & Systems - Digital Signals Processing - Digital Communications - Analogue Communications - Microwave Engineering - Wave Propagation & Antenna - Telecommunication Systems - Telecom Law & Regulations - Fiber Optic Communication - Satellite Communication

Specialties & Skills

Network Design
Engineering Design
Communication Systems
Operational Systems
Maintenance Services
Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS)
Operating Systems (Win 10/8/7)
Server (Windows 2008/2012 R2)
SecureCRT
Microsoft Office (2016/2013/2010)

Languages

Urdu
Expert
English
Intermediate

Memberships

Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
  • Registered Engineer
  • October 2009

Training and Certifications

CCNP (R&S and VoIP) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
January 2013
Valid Until:
June 2013
CCIE (Routing & Switching)-Written Exam Pass (Certificate)
CCNP (Routing & Switching) (Certificate)
CCNA (Routing & Switching) (Certificate)
Demonstrating Ownership & Initiative (Certificate)
Date Attended:
July 2012
Valid Until:
July 2012
CCNA (R&S and VoIP) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
May 2010
Valid Until:
August 2010

Hobbies

  • Cricket
    Following were my Accomplishments / Awards: • Got Bronze Medal during BS (Telecommunication Engineering) • Appeared on Dean’s List of Honor since 7th Semester • Runner-up in NASCON ’09 Hardware competition (FAST- NUCES) • 3rd position in Antenna designing competition ’08 (FAST-NUCES) • Participated in FaStage’07 (FAST-NUCES) • Participated in NUTEC’ 09 Quiz Competitions (FAST- NUCES)