Faisal Rafique

Experience

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  Redco Group

  Sept 2003 - Jul 2004

  System Administrator

  Configure and manage Windows and Linux network.Managing Active Directory Server.Configure and manage DNS and DHCP Servers.Configure and managed ISA 2004 Server.Configure and manage Microsoft Exchange Server.Configure and manage RAS and Terminal Server. Configured and manage routers.Configure and manage the Switches.

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  Aces Soft

  Aug 2004 - Jan 2006

  Senior System Administrator

  Managing the entire network.Deploy workstation, servers (HP, Dell , IBM), printers, scanners.Manage all operating system (Windows and Linux ) and end user software, Including workstation connectivity. Designs and implements redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery and data archiving to ensure effective protection and integrity of data.Installations, Configurations and Troubleshooting of Windows (2k/2k3/XP),DNS, DHCP.Management and Administration of Active Directory, Domain Controllers, TCP/IP, Security Permissions, VNC, Terminal services, VMware, and IIS.Installation of Linux Operating Systems and Configuration of Network File Server, Router, SAMBA.Management and Administration of Antivirus Server, Server/Client application management.Deploy the Trusting between different Domains in the network.Implement OS Clustering, Exchange Clustering with HP Storage.Design- implementing and troubleshooting LAN, WAN.Configure the backup policies.Configuration of Network policies.Installing and Managing the Cisco Router.Managing the Cisco, 3 com and Allied Telesyn Switches. Show less

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  National Simulation Center

  Feb 2006 - Dec 2010

  Assistant Manager IT

  Managing the security of entire LAN which includes data center, ISP and also participate in and support capacity planning and the development of long-term strategic goals for systems and software in conjunction with end-users and department managers.Deploy servers (HP, Dell , IBM) and manage operating systems (Windows and Linux ).Configure and manage VMware Server.Design and implement the different servers and perform configuration on them.Managing Active Directory Server.Install and Linux Samba Server.Install and Configure squid.Configure MRTG server for monitoring.NIS and NFS Configurations and implementations.Winbind utilization for integration of Samba and Active Directory.User home directories and profiles configurations.Design and implement the Group policies on entire network.Configure and manage DNS and DHCP Servers.Configure and manage SCOM server.Configure and manage MS forefront TMG server.Configure and implement Windows Cluster Server.Configure and manage DFS Server.Configure and Manage IIS Server.Configure and Manage Microsoft Exchange Server.Install and configure Windows Servers on VMware server.Coordinate in design network and its security policy and deploy switches and firewalls, and all host security systems. Design the backup policies and implement the backup system and perform and test routine system backups and restores Show less

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  R-Tech

  Jan 2011 - Oct 2011

  Senior IT Engineer / Technical Consultant

  Our company is consultant firm and working as partner for Microsoft, Cisco and Dell and providing IT solutions at Enterprise level. My responsibilities include providing the technical consultancy for the project in implementation and designing of System / Network related solution and performing the following tasks. IT project system / network coordination and participates in planning and the development of systems. Develop and maintain systems/application training materials and systems documentation for educating end users and new IT staff.Ensure that assigned System comply with established policies, standards, licensing agreements, and configuration guidelines.Providing consultancy in configuration of Servers (Linux / Windows Server).Responsible for Operating systems deployments on (HP, Dell and IBM) server machines.Following tasks described below comes under my responsibility which includes configuration and implementationActive Directory configuration and management.Configuration of DHCP, DNS server.Group Policies Implementations.Linux Apache Server Implementation.Implement clustering using heartbeat in Linux.Configure and Manage Linux NIS and NFS Servers.Linux Samba integration with Windows Servers.Linux Squid configuration and implementations.Scripting using Linux shells and windows powershell.DFS implementation and its configuration.Exchange Server 2010 configurations and implementation.Microsoft Forefront TMG Configurations.SCOM configurations for monitoring of server and workstations.VPN Implementation for site to site connectivity.Storage Configuration including HP, QNAP and IBM storages.Define and perform system backups and recovery procedures to ensure full Application retrieval using enterprise backup products.Establish and implement policies, procedures, and technologies to ensure system security. Preparation of disaster recovery plan. Show less

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  Monitoring and Evaluation Program (MSI and EI)

  Dec 2011 - Oct 2013

  Senior IT Coordinator

  Plan and manage day-to day IT operations for company including budgeting, forecasting, and professional development of technical staff. Managed the entire network and system and remained responsible for ensuring that the data and networks are up 24/7. Maintained an industry standard level of high availability. Responded to the data centers needs on short notice whenever required. Works closely with other members of the project team to collect and verify information on the progress of project implementation and on project results. Deployed and administered Cisco Routers, Switches, ASA and Access Points with insurance that all network devices are securely configured while adhering to compliance control policies and procedures. Remained responsible for the deployment and administration of Linux (Centos) and Windows 2008 R2 ENT servers in HyperV virtualization environment. Remained responsible for installing and configuring Microsoft SharePoint Server. Responded to the needs of projects that required installation of servers, setting up test environments, or modify the configuration of existing equipment. Provided VPN remote access for users and site to site for all remote offices and managed Network/System monitoring software (nagios, mrtg, syslog). Administration of RADIUS, Squid, STATA, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, SharePoint 2010, MS SQL, Print, Storage servers and on network side management of routers, VLANs with different security level, DMZ and load balancing in between primary & backup internet connection. Procurement of IT equipment, Software licensing, IT inventory, outsourcing services, Vendor evaluation & SLA management, IT technical documentation and disaster recovery plans. Provide technical experience and expertise to support the systems integration necessary to deliver and support applications that meet the client/business needs. Show less

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  Integrated Dynamic Solutions

  Nov 2013 - Sept 2014

  Senior IT Manager / Coordinator

  Managing IT projects and programs. Advise in raising IT infrastructure with adequate standards regarding information management and security. Planning, developing and implementing the ICT / ITS budget, obtaining competitive prices from suppliers, to ensure cost effectiveness.Provides security consulting services to clients by applying intensive and diversified knowledge of security principles and practices. Meeting with clients to determine requirements.Working with clients to define the scope and implement of a project;Planning timescales and the resources needed.Clarifying a client's system specifications, understanding their work practices and the nature of their business.Defining software, hardware and network requirements;Analyzing IT requirements within companies and giving independent and objective advice on the use of IT.Developing agreed solutions and implementing new systems and presenting solutions.Helping clients with change-management activities and purchasing systems where appropriate.Designing and help in testing, installing and monitoring new systems. Organizing training for users and other consultants.Being involved in sales and support, and where appropriate, maintaining contact with client organizations.Identifying potential clients and building and maintaining contacts.Identifying and assessing the pros and cons of possible strategies and outlining objectives for developing, advising about and implementing agreed solutions.Identifying issues and forming hypotheses and solutions.Travelling to customer sites to identify the requirement. Liaising with the client to keep them informed of progress and to make relevant decisions. Show less

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  Higher Education Commission

  Sept 2014 - now

  DD (SM - IT Systems) / IT Specialist

  Manage overall IT operations and support of activities related to the data centers, hosting and network environments, cloud, data storage, and infrastructure systems. Implement and Monitor Azure AD and M365 services for all the users across country. Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server environments, ensuring optimal performance and availability. Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Active Directory services including domain controllers, group policies, DNS, and DHCP. Oversee Exchange Server deployment, troubleshooting mail flow issues, managing mailbox databases, and handling backup and disaster recovery procedures. Administer SQL Server, perform database backups, optimize performance, and troubleshoot SQL query performance issues. Configure and manage VMware environments, including ESXi hosts, vCenter servers, virtual machines, snapshots, and HA/DRS configurations. Ensure all SLAs are properly documented and accessible to relevant stakeholders.Maintain accurate records of SLA performance and related documentation.Serve as subject matter expert on infrastructure technologies within the regional data centers for application owners and provide measurement and reporting information on capacity in conjunction with application owners and outsourced partners. Develop the infrastructure road map and strategy, and make recommendations on infrastructure investments.Promote data management and technology infrastructure services to new and existing universities and manage the process of on-boarding new universities to access hosted service offerings. Establish policies, standards, practices, and security measures to assure effective and consistent information and operations.Ensure all SLAs are properly documented and accessible to relevant stakeholders and maintain accurate records of SLA performance and related documentation. Show less