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Umar Shahzad

Umar Shahzad

IT Engineer
Neom,Saudi Arabia

Summary

With a decade of expertise as a Network and System Engineer, I bring a wealth of knowledge in the realms of system and network integration, design, implementation, and management. My hands-on experience spans across multi-platform LAN/WAN environments, routers, switches, firewalls, and OLT, with a particular proficiency in the IMASTER environment. My technical acumen is complemented by a strong foundation in troubleshooting and network tuning. I pride myself on being an analytical and critical thinker, with a team-oriented approach and exceptional communication skills. I am confident that my comprehensive skill set aligns seamlessly with the needs of your company, making me a valuable addition to your team.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certification

Work History

Sr. Network Engineer

TSS (Telecom Specialist Solutions)
08.2020 - Current
  • Supervise and manage team for installation of hardware devices, like Switches, Routers, Firewalls, Servers, Aps's & CCTV's, in Neom OXAGON
  • Configured and implement Huawei, core & Access switches, Dahua NVR & CCTV'S In Neom OXAGON
  • Supervise and manage team for installation of hardware devices, like Switches, Routers, Firewalls, Servers, Aps's & Cctv's, in Neom Telco Park datacenter
  • Supervise and manag team for cabling pulling, patching & dressing of Utp and FOC cables for IT Equipment devices in Neom Telco Park datacenter
  • Installed and configure Huawei IMASTER in Alkhorayef project, Configure switches and AP's to communicate with IMASTER
  • Configured and implement Huawei firewall, core switches, OLT , ONU, HIKVISION NVR & Cctv's In Neom Zero
  • Installed and Configured Of Huawei OLT MA5800, Core Switches S6700, USG 6000, IVS Server's 3800 and eSight NMS Taishan 200 Series In NEOM Construction Village
  • Installed and designed LAN/ WAN, GPON & Security networks for enterprises based on Huawei products and solutions
  • Configured ONU's, routers, switches, firewalls, wireless controllers, access points and communication hardware to deploy and manage LAN, WAN and wireless networks
  • Installed and Configured indoor and outdoor ONU'S with services of internet, iptv and telephone and Deployed to vip, senior and junior accommodations
  • Design and Configured IP network with stacking, vlan's, vlanif, subneting, eth trunks, ospf, static routes, IGMP, Dhcp and etc
  • Configured hrp, trust zone, untrust zone, eth trunks, Nat, traffic and security policies on firewall
  • Configured and implemented Huawei USG firewalls to provide clients with comprehensive security, antivirus protection and virtual network capabilities
  • Create and configured primary, secondary and slaved storage nodes with OS & patch installation for Cctv's
  • Installed and configured CSP and HoloSens iclient for Cctv's
  • Installing, configuring and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP
  • Successfully designed, implemented, and maintain IPTV network to supply TV channels over IP based Network
  • Resolved issues related to operational components for Gpon, Cctv, LAN, WAN, IPTV and voice systems Create and Maintain site progress Report with automation system in t excel
  • Manage Team assign task as per daily requirement.

Sr. Network Administrator

3S (System Security Solutions)
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Planning, Designing IP Addressing and Sub netting with classes
  • Configuring Static & Default Routes
  • Installing and Configuring Cisco Router 1800 series, Switches and Hubs
  • Implementing VLANs between multiple switches
  • Troubleshooting LAN and WAN problems
  • Set up hardware and software in optimal configurations to meet network performance requirements
  • Managed system-wide operating system and software deployments, as well as any related upgrade problems
  • Delivered network technology training to junior team members and end-users, enhancing knowledgebase and team productivity
  • Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
  • Worked with Network Support Engineer to resolve Network problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service
  • Resolved connectivity issues for remote users while managing upgrades, backups, server configuration, remote mail, security, virus protection and software troubleshooting
  • Provided third level support to 1,500 users and acted as task leader for government projects.

Sr. Network Administrator

Progressive Multimedia Systems (PMS) Pak
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Provided support for medium sized Windows Server (2003, 2008, 2012) networks
  • Rewrote and updated group policy with new domain move and domain level raise
  • Managed and maintained stability of all network and wireless services throughout enterprise
  • Increased domain levels by closely managing windows domain move
  • Created user accounts, and security groups, assigned permissions, deployed client workstations to network
  • Implemented and monitored network security measures including data protection, secured email configuration, and malware, spyware, and viral protection
  • Diagnosed clients Laptop/PC troubles and resolved network access
  • Created virtual machines for test environment using VMware
  • Designed and deployed virtual domain network for use as development environment that includes domain controller, Active Directory 2008,12 DHCP, DNS, and Microsoft Exchange server
  • Diagnosed clients computer issues remotely on network using Windows Remote or third party software's
  • Maintained and administered Title server, responsibilities included backup policy procedures, setting up users on domain, configuring email and upgrading proprietary Title Express software as needed
  • Set up local Windows 2012 network for small medical business with multiple printers and computers, including remote access for employees and patients
  • Support and troubleshooting servers, computers, wireless, switches, printers, copiers, mobile devices, etc
  • Wireless Router ,Modems, Access Point Configuration, Bridging, Point to Point bridging.(Huawei, Linksys, TP-link, D-link, Lb-link & Ubiquiti)
  • Design and maintain Visio diagrams and technical documentations for Clients
  • Installed, configured, and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system
  • Managed data backups and disaster recovery operations for [150]-person company
  • Optimized network operations by monitoring, troubleshooting and enforcing Department of Defense (DoD) security compliance
  • Monitored stability of network and wireless services to ensure comprehensive stability
  • Performed system maintenance and upgrades, including patches, service packs, hot fixes and new security configurations
  • Troubleshot failed drives, warnings and unscheduled reboots
  • Performed necessary maintenance to support network availability
  • Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to ensure network availability to end users
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software and network problems and replaced defective components
  • Configured networks to ensure smooth, reliable operation to meet business processes and objectives
  • Identified issues and implemented troubleshooting techniques to alleviate downtime and system failure
  • Managed all software and hardware issues for end-users
  • Managed windows domain move and raised domain level
  • Assigned application access, security roles and permissions
  • Configured, monitored and maintained email applications and virus protection software
  • Backed up company data to distributed storage centers to avoid massive data loss in event of network breach or failure.

Education

Associate of Arts - Information Technology

Allama Iqbal Open University
Pakistan
02.2013 - 03.2015

Skills

  • Huawei, Firewall, wan, lan, dhcp, vlan, vlanif, trust & untrust zone, security polices, nat polices, routing
  • Huawei and cisco Switches, AAA, vlan, vlanif, subneting, OSPF, BGP, static routing, stp, dhcp, ntp, ssh, telnet,
  • Huawei OLT & ONU,
  • All type of Cctvs systems, Dvr, Nvr, Ivs, Cctv's
  • Huawei Wireless Devices, Aps's & Controller, Ubiquiti Devices , Bridging, P2P, Station, Repeater & Routing
  • Yeastar pabx, ip phones
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Microsoft Windows server Active Directory, group polices, user management, data sharing,

Certification

  • HCIP Datacom Routing & Switching (2022-2025)
  • HCIP Storage (2022-2025)
  • HCIA Datacom (2022-2025)
  • HCIA Security (2022-2025)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA-Collaboration 2020-2023)
  • Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)
  • Microsoft Office Management

Languages

English
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Punjabi
Native

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Timeline

Sr. Network Engineer

TSS (Telecom Specialist Solutions)
08.2020 - Current

Sr. Network Administrator

3S (System Security Solutions)
01.2016 - 01.2020

Associate of Arts - Information Technology

Allama Iqbal Open University
02.2013 - 03.2015

Sr. Network Administrator

Progressive Multimedia Systems (PMS) Pak
01.2009 - 01.2016

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