Innovative thinker with broad-range of expertise in strategic, operational, and technical delivery of large-scale IT servicesI am a highly competent and solution-driven IT Manager with over 17 years experience in network design, deployment and maintenance, software & hardware installation, business intelligence, and IT infrastructure. Expert in provision of IT management, information security, infrastructure development and system enhancement solutions. Possess acute expertise in ESXI VM Virtualization, Hyper-V-Active Directory-Group Policies, DHCP-DNS, FortiGate Firewall-Mikrotik-Network Administration, and CCTV Surveillance System Deployment Possess in-depth knowledge with broad range of certification include VM Data Centre 6.5 Certification, MS Azure 103 Administrator, AWS SAA-C02 Solution Architect, Network Architect & Administration and may others. Recently accomplished Data & Voice & CCTV Surveillance Network Planning & Installation Deployment for New Office on 4 Floor Building, a RFID & Access Control Centralized System and FortiGate Firewall & Core Switches Deployment. Skilled in troubleshooting network resources, evaluating alternatives, and recommending solutions to maximize system performance.My key skills includes EHS Initiatives & Strategic Planning, EHS Guidelines Development, Risk Assessment & Mitigation, Health & Safety Legislation, Hazard Identification & Controls, ISO Standard Knowledge, Emergency Management System, Situation Analysis /Emergency, Continuous Process Improvement, EHS Programs, Policies & Practices, EHS Awareness/Staff Training and Child Protection GuidelinesMy professional background and great industrial exposure coupled with an excellent track record makes me an ideal candidate for executive roles. As such, I would welcome a discussion regarding opportunities with your organization that fit my background.
Managing L1/L2 Team
Customer Support Services
MSP Management
Cloud Services - Azure VMs, VDI, Replication, Vault Backup
IPSEC Tunnel Services - SSL VPN Services
Veeam Backup / Zerto Backup DR Solutions
POS - Barcode Scanner - Receipt Printer
SQL Databases Backup & Replication DR
Solarwinds RMM
Datto Snapshot & Files/Folder Level
Utilized acute engineering skills to handle Domain Controller Server &amp Additional Domain Controller, steered efforts towards Fortigate Firewall Deployment &amp Management, also lead Cisco Core Switch VLAN inclusive of ports configuration.Managed Internal Network, External Network DPLC, MPLS, VPN and DHCP &amp DNS using Fortinet, performed load balancing with multi ISP and manage failover using Fortigate, and led Microsoft Exchange 2016 Administration &amp Password Policies.Application &amp web server management, Raid 5 Controller Management and HP ProLiant G5-G6-G7 AOL.30-Plus cPanel-Plesk-WHM Hosting ManagementCloud Hosting Dedicated Server ManagementProvide guidance and support to IT Executives/IT Officers and lead IT of multiple companies (Walnut Media-Dot Re Public Media &amp One Media Network etc.)Cloud Virtualization ESXI-Microsoft Hyper-V &amp Backup Using VeeamTraffic Manager &Atilde&cent&acirc&not&acirc Load Balancing &Atilde&cent&acirc&not&acirc Failover ManagementKey projectsData &amp Voice &amp CCTV Surveillance Network Planning &amp Installation Deployment for New Office on 4 Floor BuildingRFID &amp Access Control Centralized System DeploymentData Centre Planning &amp Hardware Deployment in PremisesFortigate Firewall &amp Core Switches DeploymentInstallations &amp ConfigurationsESXI Installation &amp Replication as Failover Clustering using VeeamVMs Installation &amp Backup Snapshot Creation using vSphere VeeamHardware Network Infrastructure ManagementFortigate Firewall 100-E Deployment &amp EMS Endpoint Antivirus DeploymentCisco Core Switches-Trunks &amp Vlan Management100 NOD Applied System &amp Network Administration
Utilized acute engineering skills to handle Domain Controller Server & Additional Domain Controller, steered efforts towards Fortigate Firewall Deployment & Management, also lead Cisco Core Switch VLAN inclusive of ports configuration.
Managed Internal Network, External Network DPLC, MPLS, VPN and DHCP & DNS using Fortinet, performed load balancing with multi ISP and manage failover using Fortigate, and led Microsoft Exchange 2016 Administration & Password Policies.
Application & web server management, Dell R710, R720 Rack Server ID Rac & Raid 5 Controller Management and HP ProLiant G5-G6-G7 AOL & Raid 5 Controller Management and cPanel-Plesk Hosting Management
Provide guidance and support to IT Executives/IT Officers/CCTV Officers of Branches and lead IT of multiple companies (Ayesha Foods, Mineral Beverages, R/O Plant, Al-Madni Enterprises)
Data Centre Administration of Cloud Virtualization ESXI-Microsoft Hyper-V & Backup Using Veeam
MS Azure Portal Administration – Traffic Manager – Load Balancing – Internal Subnet Pairing
KEY PROJECTS:
Zong Centralize Deployment (Head Office Aggregations Link & Branches Connectivity)
Cakes & Bakes Branches Local Connectivity in Head Office via Zong APN Modem
CCTV Branches Cameras Streaming Connectivity in Head Office Control Room via Zong APN Modem
Fortigate Firewall Deployment & Data Centre Administration
Installations & Configurations:
ESXI Installation & Replication as Failover Clustering using Veeam
Microsoft Hyper-V Installation & Snapshot Creation as Backup
VMs Installation & Backup Snapshot Creation using vSphere Veeam
ESXI & VM’s Host Replication & Disaster Recovery Configuration
Hardware Network Infrastructure Management
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3 ERP Server & Client Installation
Fortigate Firewall 100-E Deployment & FortiClient Antivirus
PTCL Data Centers Hosted VM’s Management & Backups
Exercised hands-on approach to manage Domain Controller Server of Multiple Domains, Mail Server MDaemon with Multiple Hosting, Internal Network, External Network VPN and DHCP & DNS using Mikrotik.
Supervise Cisco Core Switch VLAN inclusive of ports configuration. Advised and supported IT Executives/IT Officers of LHR/KHI Branches and lead IT of multiple companies (Active-Media, Mega-Media, Momentum-Media, and Retail-Media).
Oversee Oops & Mega-oops application & web server management, Dell 2950, R710, R720 Rack Server IDRac & Raid 5 Controller Management and HP ProLiant G5-G6-G7 AOL & Raid 5 Controller Management.
Charged with the responsibility to provide technical support and tactical Microsoft Office 365 Administration, Shared User & Password Policies. Load balancing with multi ISP and manage failover using Mikrotik
Mediatech Coke Events (Wireless Networking P2P/Graph Monitoring & Splash Page Login Management)
Radio Connectivity using Unifi AP-AC-LR and Coke Splash Page Management
Islamabad 12,000 Users; Faisalabad 5,000 Users; Multan 8,000 Users & Karachi 15,000 Users
Installations & Configurations:
ESXI Installation & Replication using Veeam Backup & Replication
VM’s Installation & Backup Creation using vSphere Veeam Backup & Replication
ESXI & VM Host Replication & Disaster Recovery Configuration
Hardware Network Infrastructure Management
Pinnacle ERP server & Client Installation & Report Configuration end of users
Installed, managed and administered Windows Server 2008-R2,2012-R2 Active Directory Domain, DNS and DHCP, Configure data from scratch with Dell Servers & related Equipment.
Demonstrated the versatility and expertise needed to methodically manage companys print & file server; monitor server performance, application, planning & administration; troubleshoot issues arising in systems & applications.
Provided sterling and technical support for applications & systems installed on the companys infrastructure; ensure minimum downtime of applications & systems through quick response.
Applied all security updates and antivirus to company environment to ensure that all systems are clear from threats and malicious software. ISP Load Balancing & Failover using Mikrotik Rb951-2011-3011
Spearhead the IT help desk assistants’ team both on & off site (tasks assignment, appraisal & supervision) to ensure that they are organized and performing optimally.
Replicate data in real time between DC & ADC; keep record of all information systems input by keeping track of data processed within the database.
KEY PROJECTS:
Punjab Government PITB (Wireless Network & EMR Cloud Clinik Deployment)
RHC Sheikhupura, BHU FerozWatwa & DHQ Sheikhupura
IPlan Accounting Pvt Ltd (Offie365 Deployment)
Domain Registration | Admin Console Management | Shared User Creating & Password Management
SharePoint Configuration & Central Management
Installations & Configurations:
Cent-OS, Linux & VMware’s Virtualizations | Cisco Routers | Multi ISPÂ
Provided complete technical 1st line support to site engineers, technicians, product support teams & clients, connected remotely to other sites to resolve issues related to Windows OS & related applications.
Installed and configured Windows XP, Windows Server 2008, SQL Server 2008, Active Directory, DNS & IIS, also performed minor repairs to hardware, software & peripheral equipment by following design & installation specifications.
Performed troubleshooting and resolve issues related to Microsoft Windows Environment, Domain & DNS, Network Access, and security issues that prevent specific service or application to launch.
KEY PROJECTS:
Reliance Aluminum Sharjah Office - Rashdiya Branches
Group Call 1
Liberty Group
Safin Steel Multinational Co FZC
Maxima General Trading LLC (Ware House 1 & 2)
Installations & Configurations:
Inter Devices | Panasonic & NEC PABX | CCTV Cameras & Access Control Systems | Digital Video Management Systems
Residential installations of CCTV Security Systems | On job training & support to senior CCTV TechniciansÂ
Planned and devised IT management polices & procedures, also monitored help desk and office operations.
Shoulder the responsibility of handling company and local software’s, LAN/WAN data network management and costing & procurement of IT equipment (hardware, software, and telecommunication).
Updated inventory of IT equipment and coordinate analysis & development of the HR payroll management system. Provided troubleshooting for nodes network using Dell, Compaq & Sony laptops and branded/un-branded systems.
Deployed VOIP server as a telephony exchange; resolve network/system issues and led VPN network user management.
Installations & Configurations:
Cisco 2900 Series Routers | Cisco POE Switch | HP G5 & G6 Server | SAP Server & Clients
Cisco VOIP PBX | Cisco ASA Series Firewall