Network Engineer (CCNA R/S, Wireless Certified)

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Seasoned, innovative, and success-driven professional, offering extensive knowledge in IT, network Systems along with electrical and CCTV products and solutions; combined with adeptness in leading projects that enhance systems, workflow applications, revenue, and profitability. Noted for proven ability to liaise with all levels of the organization. Highly organized with track record of achievement in designing and implementing large-scale IT network, surveillance security systems, backup power, and electronics/electrical solutions for end users. Equipped with outstanding communication and motivational abilities; able to efficiently drive teams toward the attainment of strategic goals and bottom-line objectives.

CORE COMPETENCIES

LAN, WLAN, WAN

Wireless Survey, Wireless Testing

Network Engineering, Network Implementation

Network Build out, Network Maintenance Projects

Help Desk and Network Support

Engineering Concepts and Methodologies

Technical Proficiency:

Wireless LAN, Active and Predictive Site Survey using Ekahau Site Survey and Air Magnet, WLAN Designing and implementation, Ruckus, Aruba and Cisco, Motorola LAN Switching, ACL, STP and Routing Protocols (RIP, OSPF,EIGRP, BGP, MPLS) Cisco Routers (800, 1800, 2500, 2600, 2800, 3700), Monitoring tools Win 7, Win 8, Win 2003 Server, Android WAN Links of DSL, Wireless, Fiber, and Microwave and VSAT Networks, MRTG Monitoring CCTV Equipment (Analog/ IP Cameras, DVRs), Fire Alarm Systems (BOSCH FPA 5000, FPA 1200), and CCTV for both Analog and IP-based Solutions

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNIFIED GROCERS Los Angeles, CA, USA Sep 2015-Present

Network Engineer II

Responsible for installing and supporting network solutions on multiple platforms in LAN, WAN or Wireless architecture.

Manage technical projects using formal project management methodology. Monitor and support LAN, WAN, Wireless, and Security infrastructure. Support the Internet and Extranet environments using network Firewall and Content management systems. Monitor and maintain all network platforms using network monitoring and configuration management software.

Projects:

WAN Optimization using Silverpeak Devices

WLAN Security

Checkpoint Firewall Deployments for remote offices

Cisco Catalyst 6500 Upgrades.

ROBERT HALF TECHNOLOGIES Irvine, CA, USA May 2015-Sep 2015

Network Consultant

Project: Working for Performance Team Freight to manage and upgrade their network for upcoming businesses nationwide.

Provide Consulting Engineering services for Performance Team Freight in Business expansion.

Presently working on new network deployments and MPLS Upgrades for WAN Circuits, Redundant Network Testing

Working on SolarWinds Orion Web Console for Network wind monitoring using plugins as IPAM, Net flow, Endpoints.

Network hardware and firmware upgrade including Cisco Switches, Routers, and Firewall.

Deployment of Indoor and Outdoor Wireless Network for Warehouses.

BOINGO WIRELESS Westwood, Los Angeles, CA, USA Nov 2013-May 2015

Field Network Engineer

Participated in the Designing and Deployment of Wi-Fi Networks in US Marine Bases (Camp Pendleton, MCAS Miramar, MCAS Yuma)

Design and support nationwide IP network with multi-tenant WLAN sub-networks.

Expand and manage high-traffic IP multicast network.

Hands-on involvement with installation, management and support for a complex, highly available wired and wireless (802.11 and point-to-point) network infrastructure.

Network Management, Operational support, configuration and implementation of change request services.

Analyzing and implementing firewall, router, and switch changes.

Develop and maintain documentation related to the design, administration, and maintenance of network infrastructure Develop and maintain documentation related to the design, administration, and maintenance of network infrastructure

Conduct, RF Survey using Ekahau RF Survey, Throughput tests, Network Optimization.

Amcor Rigid plastics Commerce, CA, USA

Network and SCADA Technician Jul 2013–Nov 2013

Ensure stability and connectivity of SCADA throughout the plant, adding devices and machines to SCADA through Wonderware Application.

Provide Network connectivity to field devices as Controllers, PLCs, and HMIs.

Provide Local IT / Network Support, OS Support, PCs, Printers, Wireless APs.

Report to Facilities Manager, Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, install, and perform testing activities on various office and plant computer equipment, operating systems and applications, Network systems, IT Systems, peripherals, date and voice communications equipment, RF units, routers, hubs, security and timekeeping systems, CCTV Systems. Assemble, install, configure and test computer equipment, systems and software.

Utilize electronic test equipment as computer-aided diagnostics devices to identify equipment malfunctions.

Mobilink Link dot Net Karachi, Pakistan

Corporate Support Engineer, NOC Helpdesk September 2009–Dec 2012

Made use of various tools, such as Cisco IOS, Juniper M7i, M10i, MRTG, Microsoft CRM, LDAP, Netscout.

Rendered level I and II technical support while utilizing various troubleshooting techniques for ADSL, SHDSL, L2 and L3 VPNs WiMAX, as well as wireless and fiber circuits

Maintained high level of accuracy in configuring DSL modems, checking logs on DSLAM, and assigning port

Supervised field teams, NOC, and third party vendors; establishing and maintaining a team work environment

Played a significant role in the configuration of routing protocols, such as OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS on user premises

Rendered hands-on support to country-wide projects of Allied Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, KFC, Pizza Hut, United Bank Limited, Askari Bank, Muslim Commercial Bank, Amadeus Technologies, Galileo Travels, and Engro Foods

Closely monitored all projects during deployment while assisting project engineers to ensure timely completion and adherence to budget constraints and following the remedy trouble tickets

Conceptualized and developed effective solutions to all internal and external customers

Successfully sustained alerts and tickets on Microsoft CRM

EDUCATION and CREDENTIALS

Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering: 2009

Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology Karachi, Pakistan

Cumulative GPA of 3.56(US Equivalent evaluated by IERF)

Cisco Certified Network Associate: 2013–2016

Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless: 2104 – 2017

Cisco Certified Network Professional: In Progress

Certified Training of Embedded Systems (Integrated Dynamics Aerospace, Karachi-Pakistan): 2011

Programmable Logic Controller (Skill Development Council Karachi-Pakistan): 2007

References

Ghufran Ahmed (ex-supervisor at Mobilink Dot net-Pakistan)

Network Engineer II - Cox Communications (Wichita, KS)

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