Adnan Ahmed

Doha, Qatar

+974-****-****

ad2cb4@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adnan-ahmed-aa0655201/

https://www.credly.com/users/adnan-ahmed.f26983d8/

Methodical IT Professional with 15 years of experience in supporting Project Management, Data Centers, Information Security Systems, IT Policies and Network & System Administration & Security. Resourceful in managing project, infrastructure and optimizing environment. Capable in team building, troubleshooting complex problems and reaching innovative solutions while adhering to rules and requirements of project scope. Excellent communicator when interfacing with stakeholders.

Key Skills

Project Management

Data Center Operations & Infrastructure

Information Security System

IT Operations

IT Budgeting, Procurement/IT Inventory & Store

Liaison with Stakeholders including vendors and suppliers

Professional Experience & Achievements

Apr 2021 – Till-to-date Information Technology Consultant, Shati ul Bait, Qatar

Ensure that project is delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress

Generate and maintain a forecast for project payments and alignment with the organization

Prepare implementation plan and Budgets for the project(s)

Ensure active work progress of projects and assignment of tasks to close out the project

Determine the project health by measuring the variance in scope, schedule, cost, and quality

Conducting efficient and effective IT audit procedures

Build a trusted and secure environment and ownership & problem solving

Prepare status reports and steering committee reports

Deliver all reporting and on-going measurement requirements On-Time

Coordinate with clients on updates if any and process change requests

Maintain and manage risks, actions, decisions and issues

Review Network issues such as device latency, device throughput and bandwidth utilization

Ensure Network Security

Monitor computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems

Review violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans

Perform risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures

Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures

Managing and Monitoring of Maintenance of VMware ESXI host & VMs and Servers including backups.

Developing and Implementing IT policies and best practice guides for the organization

Implementing, Monitoring and Upgrading security measures for the protection of the organization's data, systems and networks.

Review requirements, specs, and design documents.

Providing recommendations and guidance on identified security and control risks.

Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products

Coordinate and Manage relationship with the client and all stakeholders

Liaising with the clients and reporting to the management

Apr 2018 – Feb 2021 Network & System Administrator, Rheinmetall Barzan Advance Technology, Qatar

Rheinmetall Barzan Advanced Technologies (RBAT) is a joint venture established to provide technology focused solutions to Defense and Security clients.

Reduced payroll/benefits administration costs 30% by negotiating pricing and fees, while ensuring the continuation and enhancements of services.

Ensure that project is delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress

Generate and maintain a forecast for project payments and alignment with the organization

Ensure active work progress of projects and assignment of tasks to close out the project

Determine the project health by measuring the variance in scope, schedule, cost, and quality

Developing and Implementing IT policies and best practice guides for the organization

Implementing, Monitoring and Upgrading security measures for the protection of the organization's data, systems and networks.

Review violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans

Conducting efficient and effective IT audit procedures

Providing recommendations and guidance on identified security and control risks.

Managing and Monitoring of updates & patch management for window servers

Maintaining Network and Computer System Security

Build a trusted and secure environment and ownership & problem solving

Managing and Monitoring of Configuration and Maintenance of VMware ESXI host & VMs and servers including backups

Managing and Monitoring of Endpoint Security & Security updates on End-Users Devices

Managing and Monitoring of Maintaining and monitoring of Exchange Server and Cisco ESA

Prepare status reports and steering committee reports

Maintain and manage risks, actions, decisions and issues

Preparing, Managing and Reporting of IT budget.

Liaison with Ooredoo, Vodafone and other vendors for services.

Help Desk Support Management with technical support engineer’s clients

Coordinate and Manage relationship with the client and all stakeholders

Reporting to Line Management and Board of Directors if / when required

Oct 2017 - Mar 2018 I.T Manager. SAFWCO, Pakistan

Managing Data center, Servers & Infrastructure

MS Server 2012, MS Exchange 2013, Checkpoint Firewall, VMware ESXI 5.2, Acronis Backup & Replication, Oracle Application server

Ensure that project is delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress

Build a trusted and secure environment and ownership & problem solving

Prepare status reports and steering committee reports

Maintain and manage risks, actions, decisions and issues

Symantec Enterprise End Point Security, Avaya IP PABX.

Maintenance of VMware ESXI host & VMs & backup of windows servers

Running security updates & patch management for window servers

Firewall Security update and maintenance

Site2Site & client VPN access & monitoring Fire Walls

Endpoint Security & Security updates on End-Users Devices

Maintain Network and Computer System Security

Developing and implementing IT policies and best practice guides for the organization

Managing and reporting on allocation of IT budget

Defining the organizations system needs

Providing direction for IT team members

Identifying opportunities for team training and skills advancement

Help Desk Support Management with technical support engineers & clients

Coordinate and Manage relationship with the client and all stakeholders

Reporting to Line Management and Board of Directors if / when required

Jun 2011 – Aug 2017 Manager Programs - IT, MDF, Pakistan

IT Department:

Provide excellent service to client(s) and internal staff

Maintaining security tools, solutions, processes, and policies to ensure an acceptable level of security and further improvement

Providing security guidance and drive infrastructure decisions in collaboration with other

technical and management teams

Compiling information from various sources (log analysis, incident reporting, event

analysis, etc.) into comprehensive monthly reporting detailing historical and trend information

Developing, updating, and reporting performance metrics and status on security compliance.

Automating reporting processes and data aggregation where appropriate

Any other tasks / responsibilities assigned.

Programs Department:

Manage all project implementation and their team(s)

Develop implementation plans for MDF within the framework of the strategic plan, in collaboration with Executive Director and unit coordinator(s) and staff

Develop, update and orient program staff to MDF program(s) / project(s) cycle management including program procedures and reporting mechanism

Liaison with all stakeholders

Develop and implementation of the contingency plan for the program and IT Department(s)

Evaluation and impact analysis of MDF program(s) / project(s)

Any additional task assigned by MDF Management

May 2007 – May 2011 Network Administrator & IT Quality Assurance Supervisor, AGGPPL, Pakistan

Managing the network of approx.150 nodes and connecting two cooperate offices over VPN, computer hardware, printers, Multi functions plotters, Heavy Duty Digital Photocopiers, IP-cameras, fax and telephone.

Managing inventory and cost control system of the Company and 4 subcontractors of the AGGPPL

Effectively interpreting and understanding client’s & Company’s requirements to manage database software.

Ability to evaluate problems and identify a unique approach as Network Administrator designed the

network, deployed the cables installed hardware and software. Linux (Red Hat 9 as server), Asterisk server for telephone and fax and wireless DSL for internet & complete IT Support to SUB-CONTRACTOR of AGGPPL.

Operational Expense’s Reporting & maintenance

Education

2005 B.C. S (Honors) in Computer Science, Sindh University, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Micro Certified Solution Expert (MCSE) - Core Infrastructure

Microsoft Certified Solution Associate (MCSA) - Server 2016

VMWare Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP – DCV)

Certified Network Security Specialist (CNSS)

Network Security Associate 1 (NSE 1)

Network Security Associate 1 (NSE 2)

Cyber Security Expert

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)

CompTIA Network (N10-006)

Cisco Network Security

CISCO CompTIA Security

CompTIA Security

References

References can be furnished as required.

Contact this candidate