Sikandar Shah , Bolton, United Kingdom

As a highly strategic and progressive thinking Networking Professional, I offer 7+ years of transferable experience in spearheading networking technologies. I have a track record of accomplishment in implementing technical change/project work, while proactively managing the Enterprise infrastructure including the Network, Telephony, Email, Security, Web Access VPNs, Server management and firewalls. More importantly, I have cultivated continuity strategies and enhanced IT efficiencies while improving network stability and integrity by following the industry best practices.

As a Cisco Academy Instructor at Jazan University, I was responsible for working as Course coordinator for Cisco networking courses, initiated and completed setting-up of the new Labs for Wireless and Advance networking courses. Provide field based trainings on Fiber Optics technology execution, MPLS, VPN technologies and traffic engineering. In addition, I design and prepare lab manuals for Network Arch. Design, Network Security, routing & switching courses, while working on L3 switches (3700,3800, 4500 series).

During my career, I have showcased subject matter expertise in Windows Server 2012/16, Active Directory, Routing Protocols – EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, Security Implementation of Cisco/Palo Alto Firewalls; Layer 2/Layer3 security execution; and Network Security (IPS, IDS, Taps) supported by industry leading networking certifications including CCNP, CCNAs, and MCSA. I have demonstrated proficiency in configuration and support of Cisco network infrastructure, driving down network downtime, and using technical skills to resolve faults with all elements of the supported infrastructure. Developed and maintained high standard network documentation, coupled with the hands on expertise in cabling, PPPoE, FTTC, DSL, ADSL, and Leased Lines.

Exemplified knowledge of Enterprise network environments, LAN/MAN/WAN/VPN technologies, and TCP/IP core routing and switching specifically with Cisco routing & switching and network security. I have maintained enterprise networks for fault management & mitigation, while configuring & testing BGP, PPPoE, HSRP, ADSL, FTTC, Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls. Acquired and mastered the broad skill-set and dedicated work ethic required to excel in network engineering profession.