Mazher Afroz Syed
Al Wizarat
Summary
Experienced Network Infrastructure and Security Engineer with a proven track record of 14+ years in deploying and managing complex enterprise networks and security systems. Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving issues with routers, switches, firewalls, network management tools, WAN technologies and Low Current Systems. Collaborative team player focused on innovation and exceeding organizational goals. Self-motivated and committed to ongoing skill development to stay current with technology trends. Cisco and ITIL certified professional with strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior ICT Engineer
TASHEEL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
05.2011 - Current
- Currently working in the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Team for Implementation and Support.
- Delivered mission critical ICT Projects throughout Saudi Arabia.
- Implementation of Network Infrastructure, Security and integration of Low Current Systems solutions that created tangible value in various sectors - Government, Military, Airports, Navy and Commercial environments.
- New Flight Operation Building, Saudi Airlines, Jeddah.
- RSAF (Royal Saudi Air Force) at Hufuf, Airbase.
- Special Emergency Forces (SEF), Head Quarter, Riyadh and its 23 branches.
- Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA), Infrastructure and SADAD Systems, Riyadh.
- Migration of Next Generation Firewalls, new network Infrastructure at Zuhair Fayez Partnership & Co, Riyadh and Jeddah.
- Technology Control Company - tcc-ict, Riyadh.
- Royal Palaces - Al Tamair Palace, Prince Sultan Palace.
- Internal and External Firewalls for securely accessing Document Management System from DMZ zone at Riyadh Municipality.
- Migration of Core Switches to High End Nexus Switches, Next Generation Firewalls at Ministry of Defense - Medical Services Department, Riyadh.
- Developing cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Providing competitive analysis to differentiate proposed security solutions from alternatives in the market.
- Attending Industry conferences and Vendor training to maintain Certifications and Product knowledge.
- Responding to RFPs with detailed technical documentation and solution proposals.
- Designing high-level and low-level network Infrastructure and security diagrams to support customer engagements.
- Establishing strong working relationship with Clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Collaborating with post-sales teams to ensure a smooth handover and implementation of proposed solutions.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Conducting feasibility studies for new projects, providing detailed analysis and recommendations that informed leadership decisions.
- Assisting in developing cost-effective solutions as per the requirements.
- Supporting Junior engineers through mentorship, offering guidance on complex problem-solving and technical skills development.
- Improved client satisfaction with detailed progress reports and proactive communication during project execution phases.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Network Technology
Northumbria University
07.2008
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science and Information Technology
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
06.2005
Skills
- Infrastructure Implementation & Support
- Pre-Sales Network Infrastructure Expertise
- Network Security
- Cyber Security Awareness
- Evaluation of Low Current Systems
- Project Management
Certification
- Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP)
- Certified Cisco Internetwork Expert Security (CCIE) Written
- Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) V3
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) V9
Languages
English
Urdu
Hindi
Telugu
Training
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional - CISSP (On Going)
- Certified in Cyber Security CC, ISC2, 05/01/24
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert CCIE - Security, 01/01/19
- Fortinet - Next Generation Firewalls, 03/01/18
- Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH), 07/01/16
- ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), 08/01/09
- Cisco Network Engineer, Certified Training CCNA, CCNP, 02/01/08
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above-mentioned information is correct up to my knowledge and I bear the responsibility for the correctness of the above-mentioned particulars.
Timeline
Senior ICT Engineer
TASHEEL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
05.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science and Information Technology
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Master of Science - Computer Network Technology
Northumbria University
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