Engineer Network

Ahmed (A.J) Jaber

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Cell: 303-***-****

Professional Experience:

Network Engineer (Full time) October 2010 – August 15th, 2012

Cisco certified network professional handling the business network environment pertaining to installation and configuration of hardware and software. Other responsibilities include operating systems maintenance and upgrades; planning and supporting cabling and infrastructures. The implementation and management of network supported services; server administration; troubleshooting problems; along with computers, and other smart devices relating to our mission critical platforms. Furthermore, provisioning and planning network security for our enterprise objectives.

Mele Associates, Inc.

• Implemented network devices specifically engineered Cisco’s ASA, routers, IPS modules and switches (IOS and NX OS).

• Installed and maintained network security for LAN and WAN involving servers, intrusion detection and firewalls.

• Proactively monitor systems and provide counter measures for all network traffic using TCPdump and Wireshark.

• Implemented and configured EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, HSRP, STP, VTP, LACP Port Channel, vPC and QoS.

• Setup of remote SSL VPN, IPSec site-to-site, end user permissions, and access rights.

• Executed test plans necessary to evaluate infrastructure, performance and other network characteristics.

• Performed routine network startup, shutdown procedures, and maintain control records.

• Implemented a disaster recovery plan and anti-virus for various network platforms.

• Performed data center facility management regarding systems alarms, electrical power, racking and network alerts.

• Maintained Microsoft solutions such as Win 200 x servers, AD, Mail Exchange 07, DNS, FTP and DHCP server.

• Accommodated VMware ESXi servers including but not limited to rebuild, configuration, backups and redeployment.

• Installed server patches, updates and upgrades in conjunction with privacy controls and security certificates.

• Developed hardware and software, licensing inventory, asset tracking systems.

• Optimizing physical and logical diagrams for the enterprise network using Microsoft Visio.

Systems Engineer (Full time) August 2009 – October 2010

Perform technical planning, system integration, and play a comprehensive role in the implementation of the network infrastructure and the intranet environment. Responsible for designing and configuring the site networks while ensuring their optimal performance, and maintenance. Secondary role addressed telecommunication activities, network management, email and FTP account management, VPN access control and data backup/ archiving.

Michael Bakers JR. Corporation, LLC.

• Implemented and maintained Cisco 2610, 2821 routers, 3560, 3750 switches and Wireless 1250 access points.

• Installed and configured Cisco ASA 5510, 5505 include security policy, NAT, VPN SSL and access lists.

• Administered Windows 2003 thru 2007 Servers, Active Directory and Mail Exchange 2007 platforms.

• Managed FTP server using globalscap file transfer application.

• Sustained and troubleshoot V-sat satellite modems and TCP/IP accelerator for remote sites.

• Performed network testing, validation, and ensured the network integrity.

• Performed all infrastructure documentation associated with network design, equipment add, moves, and changes.

System Integration Engineer (Short term contract 1099) October 2008 – July 2009

Provide engineering services associated with the operation and maintenance of Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) broadband networks production and Video over IP networks.

PQ Engineering, Inc.

• Installed and Configured Cisco Ubr 7100 CMTS, 2600 Routers.

• Managed Cisco ASA 5505 Firewall.

• Designed and implemented server racks for Video over IP and ASIs Headend.

• Supported Video over MMDS connections (Multipoint Microwave Distribution System) Including Antennas, Transmitters.

• Managed Dell servers loaded by Linux and Windows OS include provisioning, monitoring and reporting.

• Managed Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 AD, DNS, FTP and DHCP server.

• Testing and validate the software and firmware products for the digital cable industry at Cable Labs laboratories.

Network Support (Contract to hire) February 2008 – October 2008

Responsible for a wide range of Broadband Network Troubleshooting & Configuration including T1, and DSL circuits in the continental US. Schedules and coordinates preventative maintenance and infrastructure activations and escalations network and service delivery issues; provides troubleshooting support for partners handle the order status, escalations, and dispatch rescheduling for processing orders.

IT Resource Marketing / COVAD Communications, Inc.

• Configured routers, switches Cisco, Siemens, Edge marc and Netopia models.

• LAN / WAN setup include Layer 2 and Layer 3 troubleshooting.

• Network faults isolation, problem analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of service issues.

• Operate network resilience and performance tools on a daily basis to assist in main duty.

• Interface with customers, partners and ISPs on a daily basis to arrive at quickest and most effective resolution.

• Monitors network activity and operations using network monitoring and management techniques.

Network Support Engineer Lead (Contract) December 2006 – December 2007

Manage and support and secure corporate Dubai World network infrastructure and concerning all aspects of remote networks connectivity.

Dubai World Corporation, Inc.

• Installed, configured, and maintained more than 150 Catalyst 3750 POE switches.

• Installed and troubleshoot Cisco multilayer core switches (6500 series).

• Worked on Cisco Content Switching Module (CSM) Ver. 1.2 load balancing HTTP and IP protocols.

• Configured and troubleshoot Cisco routers: 1700, 1800, 2600, 2800, and 3600 models.

• Sustained, implemented, tested and documented for more than 20 sites (Leased Lines, Dialup, and MPLS).

• Implemented Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) CALLMANAGER 4.5 based on H.323 call signaling protocol.

• Monitored ongoing availability of network services and processes.

• Configured, and test network hardware, networking software and operating system software.

Network Support Engineer (Contract) October 2004 – November 2006

Develop network solutions and client support for communications systems and major projects. Interface with clients to clarify and develop their business challenges. Analyze, and research network solutions for clients including network planning, operations network hardware and software evaluations, testing, and problem resolution.

TKC Communications, LLC

• Install and troubleshoot Catalyst switches 3750, 3550 models multilayer switches 4510R, and Cisco 3700 routers.

• Install and troubleshoot Wireless network devices Cisco Aironet Wireless bridge 350, wireless access point 110.

• Responsible for verification, management, and configuration of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) call manager 4.0 and voice gateways (based on MGCP and H.323 protocol).

• Managed Cisco IP Telephony Solutions, Cisco IP Phone 7960, 7940, 7936, and 7912 for more than 600 users.

• Administered, and troubleshoot Cisco Voice mail Unity setup accounts on the VOIP system.

• Supported Cisco PIX 525 firewalls, security policies and setup, and protocol ports.

• Sustained Cisco VPN 3000 concentrator Virtual Private Network (VPN) by configure features and view connections status & logs.

• Monitored network performance, bandwidth utilization, and check errors using CiscoWorks 2000, Solarwinds network tool.

• Administered and installed Microsoft Server solutions 2000, 2003 AD, DHCP, and DNS.

• Implemented Sony Security Network Cameras, troubleshoot PBX Phones Lines.

IT - Communication Specialist May 2003 – October 2004

Provide troubleshooting and general computer support for Helpdesk and networking Functions.

Halliburton, Inc - Subcontractor to KBR

• Provided network support; Install and configure new software; add, change, and remove client accounts.

• Setup email for Microsoft Outlook and schedule accounts. Verify data access requests for approval.

• Troubleshoot and correct system problems. Identify source of hardware and software problems.

• Installed and configure Cisco switches and wireless bridges/Access points.

• Monitored and troubleshoot Network systems.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma (1996).

• B.Sc. Degree - Mechanical Engineering University of Technology U.O.T (1996- 2001).

CERTIFICATES:

(All are current and valid on Cisco ID No. CSCO10966307)

• CCNP Cisco Certificate Network Professional Routing & Switching (Certified Feb 3rd, 2012).

• CCDA Cisco Certified Design Associate (Certified Sept 27th, 2010).

• CCNA Cisco Certificate Networks Associate (Certified Oct 2005).

• CCNA Security Implementing Cisco IOS Networks Security (Certified April 2010).

• CCNA Voice Cisco Voice and Unified Communication Administration (Certified Dec 13th, 2010).

• CCNA Wireless Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (Certified May 24th, 2011).

TRAINING COURSES:

• Cisco Certificate Networking Associate (CCNA) - Cisco Networking Academy.

• Dell Enterprise Storage Network Training (SAN).

• Microsoft Windows 2000 Server Professional (MCSE).

• Cisco Voice over IP (CVOICE) version 4.0.

• Cisco IP Telephony (CIPT 1).

• Arris C3 CMTS and D5 Edge QAM.

• Conax Conditional Access System CAS.

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