Senior Network Administrator
University of Modern Sciences
Total years of experience :17 years, 4 Months
Leading Network, Systems and Support teams of UMS IT Department.
Providing direction, information, and recommendations regarding IT infrastructure Security and enhancements.
Successfully designed and implemented SSL Remote access and IPsec Site to Site VPN using Fortigate 600D and 30D.
Redesigned and implemented UMS LAN with enhanced redundancy and security practices.
Secured UMS internal network with Fortigate 600D firewall, IPS and DMZ with ASA 5510 and Piolink WAF.
Successfully Implemented SSO between MS AD, Google Apps, ERP, 802.1x and MS SharePoint.
Managing BGP Links for Load Balancing the UMS Portal data to ISP using Cisco ISR 2821.
Achieved a challenging target of designing and implementing SAN along with HP MSA 2040 SAN.
Designed and implemented secured Wireless network with SSO integration.
PROJECTS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED
• Deployment of MS Lync 2013
• PepWave Wireless Solution
• SAN Storage Implementation
• Network Redesigning
• Single Sign On
• SCCM 2012 R2
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Deployment of 1 distribution switch (HP 8212zl) and 26 access switches (HP 3500 series) for data network system of PMT residential camp. Providing infrastructure for Data and IPTV traffic.
Securing the network with Stonegate firewall.
Deployment of IPTV equipment and infrastructure.
Successfully implemented wireless network for residential camp which includes Aruba wireless APs controlled by Aruba WLC.
Successfully deployed 1 x Juniper MX480 router and 23 x HP Procurve access switches for Data network of site offices.
Was an active part of Data network design, construction and commissioning phase for Shaybah NGL plant Facilities.
Technical review of schedules, execution plans, low level designs and technical queries submitted by telecom contractors.
Successfully conducted FAT for Juniper MX480 routers.
Installation and commissioning of permanent communication equipment includes 2 x Juniper MX480 routers, 4 x HP 5406 modular switches and 54 x HP 3500 access switches.
Supervised and worked on Deployment, installation and commissioning of telephone equipment and infrastructure for two locations comprising 2000 and 1500 lines respectively.
DESIGN PHASE
KBR AMCDE was the design contractor for detailed design of permanent communication system for Aramco Shaybah NGL facilities. During this interval my responsibilities were:
Responsible for the entire project related documentations (Scope of work, Transmittals, Drawings, and Technical Queries) under constant review and up to date.
Assisting design team for any technical issues regarding OSP/ISP telecom system design.
Responsible for detailed in depth technical review of 50 % and 90% detailed drawing submittals.
Responsible to make sure meeting timelines and milestones as per the project schedule.
Responsible for the complete hardware deployment for the Qtel MPLS Transformation (IP Core) Project using Huawei NE40-X8 & CX600-X8 Routers
Actively involved in the network migration phase of the Qtel MPLS Transformation (IP Core) Project from Qtel Cisco Network to Qtel Huawei Network
Actively involved in the deployment of Huawei NE40 Routers at Qtel ISP Centers for ISP Services migration from old network to the new network (Huawei)
To provide 1st and 2nd line support through IT Service Management framework to our internal clients in all IT related issues.
To take care of all IT equipment/queries in North II and North IV regions.
Hardware/software troubleshooting.
LAN and WLAN troubleshooting (including cables, switches, access points & Patch Panels)
Data and Email backup of users in case of disaster recoveries.
Maintenance and handling of Ufone Self-service Kiosk and Qmatic Management System.
Maintenance and handling of Video Conferencing unit and Cisco IP Phones.
PROJECTS:
Moreover supervised and contributed in build out of two new Ufone offices and revamping of 1 office. Projects were completed well before time with support of the vendors. Following jobs were completed as required:
Designed and deployment of LAN Infrastructure.
Power infrastructure (including Genset, UPS, Electrical DBs).
Connectivity with Head Office at Islamabad (with help of Engineering Department).
Installation of Telecom equipment (Switches, Rack, Network Printer, Desktops, Wi-Fi APs, IP Phones, Kiosk Machines)
Documentation of all DSL customers in Peshawar Region.
To give prompt support to our DSL and dialup customers.
Installation and troubleshooting of ADSL Modems.
Installation and maintenance of delicate DSL equipment at PTCL exchanges.
