Farooq Shakeel

Experience

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  Nayatel

  Jul 2013 - Dec 2019

  Transmission Engineer

  • Acquire basic knowledge of Access Networks, Core-Network, and systems to better understandthe problems and troubleshoot accordingly.• Excellent troubleshooting skills in various Issues (LAN, WAN, CCTV, Remote services, Remote Server Access, Live Static IPs on LAN, Port forwarding, Delay in the packet, Slow browsing, Wireless connectivity, Video and Voice issues in LAN and WAN, Video Conferencing Hardware/software, Digital/IP Video Service, VoIP service, etc.• Hands-on experience in routing and switching protocols.• IP Routing Configuration & Troubleshooting. Routing Protocols (OSPF/EIGRP/RIP/BGP).• Layer2/3 Switching (802.1Q, 802.1D, 801.x, Policy)• L2VPN & L3VPN Configuration.• Configuration of Cisco/Avaya/IP-based Phones.• Install, Configure, and Troubleshoot hardware equipment including Routers, Access Points, UPS, Printers, Scanners, Switches, Desktops, Laptops, and servers.• Experience with network troubleshooting and analysis tools including Wire Shark, Solar Winds,and PRTG.• Install setup and configure complex wireless networking that supports open or secured access and the ability to support voice and video applications.• Maintaining the records of IT inventory and Hardware.• Managed support of IT infrastructure and services of Nayatel enterprise users.• Improving CRM updates, and selection of correct fault type at the time of closing of Trouble Ticket.• In-depth work on PON/FTTH Technology.• IT Inventory management.• Wide Area Network (WAN) ·• Fiber Optics, Internet Service Provider (ISP). Show less

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  Ministry of Defence Production

  Sept 2020 - Sept 2022

  Network Administrator

  • Successfully delivered the E-Office Project as per the timeline of MoITT.• Successfully delivered the Cabinet Portal Project as per the timeline of MoITT• Revamped of Data Center at MoDP, DGDP & and DGMP. Integration of all DP’s with MoDP.• Managed network using Palo Alto PA-820 Series next-generation firewall.• Hands-on Cisco Switches 2960, 3550, 3650, and Extreme L3/L2 Switches.• Managed Two Local Applications.• Build and manage VMware ESXi & Hyper-V servers.• Hand-on on Windows Server 2019.• Perform server administration tasks, including user/group administration, security permissions, group policies, print services, research event log warnings and errors, and resource monitoring, ensuring system architecture components work together seamlessly.• Maintained the records of User Licenses.• Installation and configuration of Veeam Backup solution.• Administering the IT department’s policies and procedures.• Installed End User Protection solution.• Deploy Data Encryption Solution. Show less

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  National Information Technology Board

  Oct 2022 - Apr 2024

  Assistant Director Network

  • Site surveys of National Assembly, Senate, and MoPA for information/Requirement gathering.• Working on Hardware specifications mentioned in PC-1 concerning current market trends.• Participated in preparing RFP documents of IT infrastructure for NA, Senate, and MoPA.• Participated in preparing of Technical Evaluation.• Worked On Revised RFP of IT Infrastructure according to Revised PC-1.• Drafted Multiple letters Regarding project process.• Revamped Data Center at National Assembly, Senate, MoPA.• Administering the IT department’s policies and procedures. Deputation in the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) • Deputation in Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for smooth implementation of the Election Management system (EMS) • Managed and verified DSL/Fiber/GSM/VSAT connectivity in 859 RO offices.• Deployment of fiber, VSAT connectivity and migration of network in District election commission offices.• Coordination with Nadra and PTCL regarding EMS, CERS, ECP internal, and RO offices connectivity issues.• Provided Network Helpline support during the poll day in RO Office. • Managed and monitored multiple network/system-related dashboards (Solar Wind, PTCL NMS, ECP NMS, KES NMS, SIEM Solution)• Managed Network Operation Center of ECP H-9.• Coordination with PTCL and Nadra technical Team regarding the EMS, CERS (Domain related issues troubleshooting, Network reachability, and also hardware support.) Show less