SYED AKMAL MUSTAFA
T-** Hassan Extension Apartment
Block 13 D Gulshan e Iqbal
Karachi, Pakistan
E-mail: *************@*****.***
Mobile: +92-332-*******
Res: +92-21-349*****
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging position in the field of Information & Communication Technology, in a reputable
organization where my abilities can be used to enhance the efficiency and development of organization
while allowing growth in my skills.
PROFESSIONAL SNAPSHOT
Cisco Certified CCNA Routing & Switching, CCNA Security, MCSE with over 4 years of experience as
Network Engineer, Installation and Configuring, Operations and Maintenance, Managing IP Networks,
IP Cameras and DVR. System Administration with hands-on network equipments standards and
technologies, executing complex testing plans to provide effective networking solutions
In-depth knowledge of networking engineering principles, techniques and strategies
A team player possesses good communication, management, interpersonal, analytical, troubleshooting
and problem-solving skills.
PROFICIENCY FORTE
Networking
o Planning, designing, installing and configuring LAN/WLAN/WAN.
o Routing Protocols, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP redundancy protocols VTP, STP, RSTP, HSRP
parameters.
o Troubleshooting networking problems to ensure minimum downtime and maximum availability
of network.
o Assigning user nodes to various devices installed and networked, handling allocation and
protection of user rights, as per company’s policies.
System Administration
o Installation and upgrading, configuring desktop & network environment, managing servers,
creating & managing users-groups account, configuring and managing disks.
o Ensuring smooth running of computer systems, complete networking (LAN/WLAN) as well as
other peripherals to achieve uninterrupted work conditions.
Technical Support
o Ensuring maintenance of complete data network, inclusive of performance monitoring, day to day
network operations, preventive & corrective maintenance.
Troubleshooting
o Troubleshooting problems pertaining to performance tuning, network administration, application
conflicts and system Bugs.
o Addressing queries regarding the information system/software & extending onsite support to the
clients
EDUCATION / ACADIMIA
ME Telecommunication
2012 3.5 CGPA
Usman Institute of Technology, Hamdard University, Karachi, Pakistan
BS Electronics
2009 2.6 CGPA
Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi, Pakistan
Higher Education Certificate (Pre-Engineering) 66%
2004
Government Delhi College, Karachi, Pakistan (B Grade)
Secondary School Certificate 79.8 %
2002
FalconHouse Grammar School, Karachi, Pakistan (A Grade)
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WORKING EXPERIENCE
Network Engineer
Information Science & Technology Department, Government of Sindh
April ’12 till September ’14
Role:
Designing, planning, managing WLAN, Installing/configuring Aero Hive Access Points, Hive Manager
5.0 (NMS), Cisco PoE Switches- platform SGH-300, Cisco Router- platform 2921, Fiber Optic planning,
configuring DHCP Server, device pool, gateways, implementing network security MacAfee firewall.
Network Engineer
Satcomm Pvt. Ltd.
March ’11 till March ’12
Role:
Configuring / Installation of Network Equipments i.e. Cisco Routers- platform 2901, 2921, 3745, Cisco
Switches- Platform 2950, 2960, Access Points- platform TP Link, Ubiquiti, Monitoring Network,
Troubleshooting & resolving Network queries at NOC and Onsite Clients.
Network Support Engineer
Information Technology Department, Government of Sindh
February ’10 till February ’11
Role:
Manage and monitor LAN over 1500 nodes, install and configure Cisco switches - platform 2960 with
Vlans, VTP parameters. Assist Network Manager in network expansion. Troubleshoot network issues at
client end. Assemble and install Desktop computers, printers, scanners.
Internee
Techcorp Holding Pvt. Ltd.
June ’08 till July ‘08
Role:
Worked on various aspects of telecom infrastructure including BTS installation and configuration
Internee
Emerging Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd
June ’07 till July ‘07
Role:
Worked on electronics components of system (solar & wind), exposed to different aspect of alternate
energy (solar & wind). Involved in installation & troubleshooting of inverters & charge controllers & the
Dc/Ac power circuitry.
TECHNICAL PURVIEW / SKILLS
Management skills for leading a team
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Coordinating projects for technical & commercial aspects
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Designing & managing moderate level networks
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Configuring: Cisco Routers 1800, 2821, 2901, 2921. Cisco Switches 2950, 2960.
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Firewall PIX 515E, ASA5505, MacAfee. Access Points Aero Hive AP 120, AP 170, Tplink,
Ubiquity, Dlink. Hive manager V5.0, network analyzer MRTG.
Networking: Routing- protocols (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF), ACLs, VPNs, ZBF, TCP/IP, Telnet, SSH,
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NAT/PAT, FTP, TFTP, Switching- Vlans, Port Security, STP, RSTP, Port Fast, Etherchannel, VTP.
Operating System: Microsoft windows XP/Me/7/8, Server 2003/2008, Sun Solaris10, Ubuntu,
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Centos, Mac OS X.
Servers: Prime Power 250 SPARC, Dell Power Edge PER 420, implementing DHCP, ISA, MS
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Exchange, MS SQL Database.
Cables: Ethernet CAT 5/6, Fiber Optic planning and installation.
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Different aspects of remote administration tools.
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Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) MS Visio, MS Project
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Good documentation skills.
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PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) [200-120] Routing & Switching, 2014.
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) [640-554] Security, 2014 from CTTC.
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Participated in Cisco Net-riders Competition, 3rd Position from Karachi and 9th Position in Pakistan
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2014.
Project Management for Professionals, PMP Exam Preparation (40 credit hours) in 2013 form
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Business Beam.
Microsoft Project training in 2013 from Business Beam.
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Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), in 2010 from Router TechNet.
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Programmable Logic Controller, training in 2009 from Technomen Institute of Computer Science &
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Engineering.
National Testing Service GAT-GENERAL.
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PERSONAL SKILLS
Good team worker.
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Very punctual.
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Capabilities to analyze and design computer networks.
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Capabilities to resolve technical issues.
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Good HRM skills.
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Knack to learn and cover new technologies.
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Very responsible.
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Rigorous with good leadership and communication skills.
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Fully proficient in English, Urdu.
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PERSONAL DOSSIER
Date of Birth: 09-02-1986
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Age: 28 years
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Nationality: Pakistani
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Religion: Islam
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Marital Status: Single
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Health: No handicaps, physically fit and willing to travel.
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