Fareeduddin Syed, Senior Network Administrator

Fareeduddin Syed

Senior Network Administrator

Binsammar Contracting & Trading Co

Location
Saudi Arabia
Education
Higher diploma, Information Technology
Experience
23 years, 4 Months

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Total years of experience :23 years, 4 Months

Senior Network Administrator at Binsammar Contracting & Trading Co
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • My current job since February 2008

Duties and responsibilities:

Plan, design, and implement network infrastructure based on organizational requirements.
Implement and maintain security measures to protect the network from unauthorized access, attacks, and vulnerabilities.
Monitor network security regularly and respond to security incidents.
Identify and resolve network performance issues, connectivity problems, and other network-related issues.
Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure the network operates efficiently.
Update and patch network devices, firmware, and software to address security vulnerabilities.
Create and manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
Ensure appropriate access levels for different users based on their roles.
Implement network monitoring tools to track the performance and availability of network resources.
Develop and implement backup and recovery procedures for network data.
Monitor network traffic and usage patterns to anticipate future capacity needs.
Plan and implement upgrades to meet growing demands.
Develop and enforce network-related policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans for the network.
Configure and manage remote access solutions, such as virtual private networks (VPNs), to facilitate secure access for remote users.

LAN Administrator at Dar Al Handasah,Shares & Partners
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • March 2007 to January 2008

Responsible for providing network related analysis, administration, and integration services.

Duties:
•Installing, configuring, and maintaining physical and virtual computer servers and desktops.
•Assisting in the installation, performance and maintenance for LAN/WAN infrastructure.
•Managing & troubleshooting Cisco Router 1841 and Cisco firewall ASA550
•Monitoring the connectivity to other Dar offices through VPN connections
•Responding to operational needs in a timely manner.
•Configuring LAN, WAN, Wireless and edge security equipment.
•Writing supporting documents describing in details all work completed.
•Troubleshoot various problems related with VPN connectivity and Email Outlook.
•Maintaining network connections and equipment.
•Backup through Dell Autoloader using the software Arc Serve Brightstor.
•Recommending network and server hardware and software.
•Performing daily system back-ups.
•Performing router and switch upgrades.
•Supporting new network applications and technologies.
•Administering virus protection software.
•Investigating user problems
•Assisting Network Team to deploy project based solutions.
•Monitoring network performance.
•Creating user accounts.
•Performing system backups and recovery.
•Maintaining documentation for a network environment.

Desktop Support Engineer at Saudi Arabian Mining Company - Ma’aden
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • January 2006 to February 2007

Responsible for providing day-to-day technical and maintenance support to clients.

Duties:
•Performing complex implementation and maintenance tasks on the LAN and WAN.
•Providing daily operational support and system administration for core network infrastructure.
•Managing configuration, implementation and deployment plans.
•Identifying, diagnosing, and resolving network problems.
•Writing up accurate technical documentation.
•Installation & Configuration of network printers
•Supporting windows desktop technologies
•Resolving network operational issues.
•Troubleshooting any malfunctions of network hardware and software applications.
•Responding to client questions via telephone calls, emails and correspondence.
•Installation of Antivirus facilities for servers and clients with regular auto updates.
•Training up end users at their place of work
•Replacing failed or faulty components
•Maintaining card key access accounts.

Technical Support Engineer at AL Mozoon Telecom Company
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • November 2004 to December 2005

Responsible for monitoring the company’s wired and wireless network infrastructure.

Duties:
•Monitoring network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made.
•Creating high-level and detailed maps of network and other infrastructure systems.
•Working closely with Telecommunications carriers to resolve network issues.
•Managing configuration, implementation and deployment plans.
•Implementation of ADSL Internet line over the network for Internet access, giving accessibility to limited users per management request.
•Supporting both physical and virtual networks.
•Travelling to local and national sites to complete networking projects.
•Responding to client questions via telephone calls, emails and correspondence.
•Maintaining client documentation.
•Analysing, troubleshooting and correcting network problems.

IT Administrator at Saudi Telecom Company (seconded from Silki-La-Silki Telecom Co
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • January 2001 to October 2004

Responsible for providing day-to-day technical and maintenance support to clients.

Duties:
•Installation, configuration and administration of Windows NT & Windows 2000 Servers.
•Managing and troubleshooting user accounts, rights, accounts policies, and authentication.
•Acting as a central point of contact for customers.
•Troubleshooting logged faults.
•Authorising hardware replacements.
•Analysing, troubleshooting and correcting network problems.
•Provide first-level telephone support to end users.
•Replacing failed or faulty components.
•Maintaining LAN user documentation.
•Conducting weekly customer updates.

Education

Higher diploma, Information Technology
  • at Zoom Technologies
  • May 2006

courses: .CCNA: Certified Cisco Network Associate since 2006. •MCSE: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer since 2000.

Diploma, Information Technology and Information Management
  • at BDPS Computer Education
  • October 1998

•DCHN: Diploma in Computer Hardware & Networking •DISM: Diploma in Information & Systems Management

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
  • at Osmania University
  • October 1998

Education & Academic Qualification: •

Specialties & Skills

Microsoft Access
Systems Management
Installation
Active Directory
NETWORKING
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
INTERNET SOFTWARE
MANAGEMENT
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
TELEPHONE SKILLS
TROUBLESHOOTING
ACTIVE DIRECTORY

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
Hindi
Expert
Urdu
Expert

Training and Certifications

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (Training)
Training Institute:
Mercury Solutions
Date Attended:
June 2022
Duration:
10 hours

Hobbies

  • Reading books, creativity