AKASH GOPI
Riyadh,KSA
Summary
Project Manager and Technical Coordinator with 9 years of experience in engineering and technical support, specializing in CCTV and AI-camera systems, VMS, and network configuration. Proficient in leading teams, supervising subcontractors, and orchestrating procurement processes. Consistently delivers high-quality projects within deadlines. Certified in CCNA and PCNSE, demonstrating a robust track record of successful projects in KSA.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
Riyadh
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Lead and manage multiple concurrent projects including CCTV installation, VMS, access control and security hardware.
- Configure and deploy network hardware (routers, switches, access-points), integrate CCTV/AI cameras, access-control systems and other security devices.
- Plan and schedule installations, coordinate resources, assign tasks to installation teams, and manage subcontractors/vendors.
Project Controller
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
Riyadh
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in planning and controlling multiple security and network infrastructure projects.
- Supported configuration of network devices, access-points, and CCTV systems; handled technical coordination between field engineers and vendors.
- Maintained BOQ compliance, hardware inventories, vendor records, procurement status, and project schedules.
Technical Coordinator
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
Riyadh
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Coordinated field engineering teams for installations of CCTV, access-control, network infrastructure, and security hardware across multiple sites.
- Supervised installation, testing, and commissioning of network and security systems; ensured quality control and site compliance with safety and design standards.
- Prepared site survey reports, as-built drawings, and handled post-installation support and troubleshooting.
Field Engineer
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
Riyadh
10.2016 - 12.2019
- Executed on-site installation and configuration of network routers/switches (Cisco, MikroTik), wireless access-points, CCTV systems, access-control devices, and security hardware (barriers/road blockers).
- Conducted hardware troubleshooting, maintenance, and system testing to ensure reliable operation and network security.
- Performed site surveys, cabling layout planning, and network device configuration and commissioning.
CMS Support Engineer
South Indian Bank
Kochi
01.2014 - 09.2016
- Monitored live CCTV feeds of multiple bank branches across India from a centralized control room / central monitoring station (CMS), ensuring 24/7 surveillance and security vigilance.
- Remotely troubleshooted network and CCTV/alarm-system issues; coordinated with on-site technicians to resolve hardware or connectivity problems effectively.
- Handled, configured, tested and integrated alarm-system software — including Wintex (for burglar-alarm systems) associated with Texecom and Securico — involving PIR sensors, magnetic contacts, panic switches, and hooters with periodic inspections.
Education
B.Sc. - Electronics
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala, India 01.2010 - 01.2013
Skills
- Project planning & coordination - planning project phases, scheduling tasks, ensuring timely delivery
- Adaptability & flexibility — working on varied project sites, adapting to changing requirements or constraints
- Problem-solving & analytical thinking — able to assess issues (technical, logistical, site constraints) and propose practical solutions
- Leadership & team management — capable of leading installation teams, coordinating subcontractors and vendors
- Routing & Switching — configuration and troubleshooting of routers and switches (Cisco, Huawei, Juniper, MikroTik)
- Wireless & AP deployment — designing, implementing and configuring access-points from different brands for WiFi / network coverage
- Network infrastructure design & implementation — planning and setting up LAN/WAN, VLANs, uplinks, structured cabling, and inter-site connectivity
- Troubleshooting & maintenance — diagnosing network or ELV devices connectivity issues, resolving cabling or configuration problems
- Security / physical-security systems integration — implementation of projects involving access control systems, barriers, road blockers, CCTV/AI-camera systems, VMS, and network-integrated security
- Firewall & network security basics / policies
- Project-based deployments — end-to-end setup: hardware procurement, on-site installation, configuration, commissioning, and maintenance
- Technical coordination
Certification
- 1. CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- 2. PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer)
- 3. Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking.
Languages
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Hindi
Intermediate
Arabic
Beginner
Affiliations
- cricket
References
References available upon request.
PROJECTS
- MRS - Managed Router service on saudi telecom company(STC).
- Shabic - Wifi acces point design, installationa and operations.
- VSAT- Providing internet for the rural area MOE schools all over KSA.
- LEO - Providing internet for the rural area ARAMCO oil Rigs all over KSA.
- Sawaher - installing CCTV and make connectivity to CMS.
Timeline
Project Manager
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
01.2025 - 12.2025
Project Controller
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
01.2024 - 12.2024
Technical Coordinator
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
01.2019 - 12.2023
Field Engineer
Golden Engineering for Contracting Est.
10.2016 - 12.2019
CMS Support Engineer
South Indian Bank
01.2014 - 09.2016
B.Sc. - Electronics
Mahatma Gandhi University
01.2010 - 01.2013