AHMAD AHMADI
Federal Way,WA
Summary
Network cloud and Information Security Engineer with expertise in deploying and maintaining LAN and WAN infrastructure. Dedicated technologist with over 10 years of system repair and troubleshooting experience. Planned, designed, and implemented several complex projects. Offering exemplary planning and communication talents.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Azure Network Engineer
CPSI
Mobile, AL
03.2023 - Current
- Daily operations of Azure Cloud Traffic
- Architect and implement private network connectivity for resources with VPN, Private Link, ExpressRoute, VWAN
- Manage cloud-based firewall solutions like Azure Firewall, FortiGate, Palo Alto, Aviatrix
- Monitor global traffic latency, issues, and application performance
- Solve complex level problems arising in hybrid cloud environments, involving broad Azure product knowledge thereby driving the deployment of networks into Azure cloud platform
- Proactively seek new knowledge and adapt to new trends, technical solutions, and patterns to improve the availability, reliability, and efficiency of products while driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scale
- Provide configuration management and automation solutions using IaC
- Implement high availability for IaaS VMs and PaaS role instances serving access from other services in the azure landing zone with ADC.
Senior Azure Network Engineer
Mindtree
Redmond
12.2020 - 03.2023
- Offer architectural overview for customers, implementing their infrastructure on Azure cloud adhering to their timelines
- Architect and implement private network connectivity for resources with VPN, Private Link, ExpressRoute, VWAN
- Provide configuration management and automation solutions using IAC
- Implement high availability for IaaS VMs and PaaS role instances serving access from other services in the azure landing zone with ADC
- Daily operations of Azure Cloud Traffic
- Monitor global traffic latency, issues, and application performance
- Manage cloud-based firewall solutions like Azure Firewall, FortiGate, Palo Alto, Aviatrix, ARS
- Implement design and break-fix solutions for Azure Active Directory, Virtual Networks, Virtual Machines, Azure Bastion, Web Apps, Storage Accounts, and other Azure cloud services
- Solving complex level of problems arising in hybrid cloud environments, involving broad Azure product knowledge thereby driving the deployment of networks into Azure cloud platform
IT Operation
MIW
Redmond, WA
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Monitor incoming customer technical service requests via email, phone, and ticketing system software
- Provide face-to-face technical customer support to end-users on their business-critical systems
- Troubleshoot and resolve customer technical issues relating to WAN and LAN
- Set up, configure, install, and troubleshoot Cisco network switches and other network components
- Troubleshoot Office 365, 2016, and 2010 deployment and troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot and solve issues with medical equipment and apps
- Provide technical support for backup and disaster recovery solutions.
Information Security Engineer
Global Technology MOD-NOC
01.2017 - 11.2019
- Controlling of entire MOD strategic network Security Take part in design and deployment of MO-NOC and entire Network Security
- Controlled the entire MOD strategic network security and participated in the design and deployment of MO-NOC and overall network security
- Developed, implemented, and documented security programs and policies, ensuring compliance across departments
- Validated and verified system security requirements definitions and analyzed system security designs
- Counseled senior-level management on current privacy and security trends, providing recommendations to mitigate risk
- Conducted risk and vulnerability assessments, delivering results and recommendations to senior management
- Provided consultation and technical services on all aspects of information security, including the installation and configuration of new firewalls and security tool
Network Engineer
Global Technology MOD-NOC
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Controlled the entire MOD strategic network, participated in the design and deployment of MOD-NOC and entire network, responsible for overall network communication, expansion, and improvements
- Designed, developed, implemented, and maintained network infrastructure
- Demonstrated success in dealing with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SEIM, access control, and load-balancing
- Worked with sustaining engineering teams to investigate and resolve software and hardware defects
- Installed, supported, and maintained company hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices
- Configured firewalls, routing, and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
- Configured, managed, and evaluated multi-protocol network elements to ensure effective end-to-end communications
- Implemented IPSEC tunnels between all MOD sites and HQ
- Managed technical network team for day-to-day network issues and customer support
- Prepared operational reports, including trouble resolution and analysis, project status, equipment, and network requirements.
Network Administrator
Global Technology MOD-NOC
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Set up, configure, install and troubleshoot Cisco network switches and other network components to Support all aspects of the day-to-day operations
- Installed, maintained and supported all network and voice-related hardware, software and communication links for design
- Performed necessary maintenance to support network availability
- Experienced in supporting Cisco routers, switches, wireless access points and network servers
- Maintaining and troubleshooting MOD strategic network daily issue
- Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
- Design and deploy networks
- Configure and troubleshoot wireless network equipment
- Monitor networks to ensure security
Education
Bachelor - Computer science
12.2013
Skills
- Networking: TCP/IP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, HSRP, VRRP, GLBP, VSS, AAA, RADIUS, TACACS, ACL, NAT, IPSEC, DMVPN, NTP, SD-WAN, MPLS
- Cloud Platforms: Azure (ExpressRoute, VPN, VWAN, ARS, ADC, VNET, NSG, firewall)
- Load Balancers: F5 load balancer, Kemp, Azure Load balancer, App gateway, Azure traffic manager
- Firewalls and Security: FortiGate, Palo Alto, Check Point, Azure firewall, NSG, ASG, Cisco ASA, Cisco ISE, Aviatrix
- Microsoft Servers: Active Directory Server 2003, 2008, 2012, File Server 2008, DHCP Server, DNS Server, Backup Server
- Wireless: Cisco/Exalt Wireless bridges, Cisco standalone Wireless LAN Controller (WLC)
- Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, and 10, Linux
- Network Monitoring Software: SolarWinds, PRTG, Datadog, Azure Monitor
- IAC : Terraform , Ansible , Azure ARM , CLI
Certification
- AZ-700 : Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions
- AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP)
- Cisco Certified Specialist Enterprise Core
- Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Senior Azure Network Engineer
CPSI
03.2023 - Current
Senior Azure Network Engineer
Mindtree
12.2020 - 03.2023
IT Operation
MIW
03.2020 - 08.2020
Information Security Engineer
Global Technology MOD-NOC
01.2017 - 11.2019
Network Engineer
Global Technology MOD-NOC
01.2015 - 01.2017
Network Administrator
Global Technology MOD-NOC
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor - Computer science
- AZ-700 : Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions
- AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP)
- Cisco Certified Specialist Enterprise Core
- Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
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