Amir Ahmed

Network Engineer
Dubai


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Worked on Multi-vendor high-end Platforms devices in professional environment. Good hands on configuring and Managing CISCO/JUNIPER/Fortinet/Palo Alto Firewalls Routers Switches IPS ISE ACS F5 Load Balancer. Seeking a challenging position in the fie
  • Experience
    5 Years
  • U.A.E Experience
    --
  • Industry
    Information Technology
  • Nationality
    Pakistani
  • Visa status
    Employment Visa in UAE
  • Qualification
    Master - Master’s in computer science (MCS) Institute: ICIT Gomal University Pakistan Session: 2012 to 2014 Grades/Division: A Grade
  • Driving License: Pakistan and UAE
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Industry Titles
Information Technology

Summary of Career

1. • Maintain a thorough understanding of the basics behind the Internet and its workings (DNS, Security, IP Routing, HTTP, VPN, Email Routing, SPAM, etc.).


2. • Configure and setup Cisco Firewalls, VPN Concentrators and Security appliances for access to vital business applications.


3. • Design, setup and configure complex wireless networking that supports open or secured access and the ability to support voice and video applications.


4. • Assist in the design of multi-server environments including IP address schemes, DNS, WINS, Ether Channel (Bonding), etc.


5. • Maintaining multi-site network operations and software applications, operating systems and Regular maintenance with both private and public facilities.


6. • Responding to inquiries from staff, administrators, service providers, site personnel and Outside vendors etc. to provide technical assistance and support.


7. • Supervising the administration of systems and servers related network to ensure availability of Services to authorized users.


8. • Troubleshooting malfunctions of network hardware and software applications, telephones and Security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services.


9. • Managing, Upgrading and troubleshooting the IT Infrastructure of Multiple Dubai Base Schools Such as ( SAIS-D, SAIS-UQ, DISG, DISN, GIS, MIS, DAS, NWPS and AKNS)


10. • Investigating and diagnosing network problems, collecting IT usage stats, making recommendations for improving the company’s IT systems and carrying out routine configuration and installation of IT solutions.


Work Experience (Employment History)

Experience as IT Specialist

  • Employer

    Creative Kingdom Dubai

  • From

    01 October 2018

  • To

  • Detail

    • Managing, Upgrading and troubleshooting the IT Infrastructure of Multiple Dubai Base Schools Such as ( SAIS-D, SAIS-UQ, DISG, DISN, GIS, MIS, DAS, NWPS and AKNS)
    • Responsible for managing and maintaining LAN/WAN networks, maintaining Servers, CCTV and security systems.
    • Installation, configuration and maintenance of PCs and operating systems.
    • Troubleshooting computer hardware, software and printer issues.
    • Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues.
    • Ensure security through access controls, backups, and firewalls.
    • Investigating and diagnosing network problems, collecting IT usage stats, making recommendations for improving the company’s IT systems and carrying out routine configuration and installation of IT solutions.
    • Managing backup, security, passwords & monitoring internet, and email use.
    • Setup, Configuration, Administration, and Migration of Windows Server 2012 and 2016, Active Directory, Exchange Server / Office 2010 & 2013 2016 and office365,
    • Setup and Configuration of Net Support DNA, Class Room Management, and other School Teacher Lecture delivery to Student related Software.
    • Installation and configuration of Routers and Switches, Hardware Firewalls configuration and troubleshooting (Dell SonicWALL, Fortinet & Cisco).
    • Able to support & maintain existing IT Hardware including Security and Access Control Systems, plan & manage backup tasks (Symantec Backup Exec) and have good command in identifying and resolving network problems.
    • Responsible for Employee Attendance machines.

Experience as Network Engineer

  • Employer

    NOOR AL SAHARA GEN CONT GROUP

  • From

    30 December 2017

  • To

    30 October 2018

  • Detail

    • Maintain a thorough understanding of the basics behind the Internet and its workings (DNS, Security, IP Routing, HTTP, VPN, Email Routing, SPAM, etc.).
    • Configure and setup Cisco Firewalls, VPN Concentrators and Security appliances for access to vital business applications.
    • Design, setup and configure complex switching environments.
    • Maintain & trouble shooting of net look system.
    • Established the ticketing system for complaint through end users.
    • Design, setup and configure complex wireless networking that supports open or secured access and the ability to support voice and video applications.
    • Maintain a thorough understanding of Local Area Networking.
    • Maintain the cisco core switch and HP switches.
    • Assist in the design of multi-server environments including IP address schemes, DNS, WINS, Ether Channel (Bonding), etc.
    • Configuring and installing client and server network software for upgrading and maintaining Network and telecommunication systems.
    • Maintaining multi-site network operations and software applications, operating systems and Regular maintenance with both private and public facilities.
    • Managing assigned projects and program components to deliver services in accordance with established objectives.
    • Responding to inquiries from staff, administrators, service providers, site personnel and Outside vendors etc. to provide technical assistance and support.
    • Supervising the administration of systems and servers related network to ensure availability of Services to authorized users.
    • Troubleshooting malfunctions of network hardware and software applications, telephones and Security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services.
    • Complete time logs in Tiger paw within 48 hours of completing tasks to ensure accurate and Timely billing of customers.
    • Any other duties as assigned by management.
    • Maintain the Avaya telephones manager and IP office of Avaya phones.
    • Work on sonic-wall security system & Sophos firewall.
    • Windows Server 2013, Exchange server 2013 and/or SQL experience a plus & Maintain network Security through proper configuration of VPN and Firewalls.

Academic Qualification

Master 01 December 2014

Master’s in computer science (MCS) Institute: ICIT Gomal University Pakistan Session: 2012 to 2014 Grades/Division: A Grade

Master 01 December 2014

Master In Computer Science
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