Hafiz Muhammad Riaz Ahmed
Lahore,Pakistan
Summary
Telecom leader with 30+ years of experience in fiber network deployment, secure communications, and infrastructure management. Led the 1,500 km OFN rollout, microwave tower installations, and large technical teams. Expert in telecom operations, equipment procurement, and field training.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director Admin & Security
Defence Housing Authority Education System (DHAES)
Lahore
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Oversaw administrative and security operations across five DHAES schools.
- Supervised recruitment operations for 250 teachers and 100 security and administrative staff.
- Oversaw budgeting, salary management, and infrastructure renovation projects.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
Additional Director Admin & Security
Defence Housing Authority Education System (DHAES)
Lahore
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Implemented upgraded surveillance and access systems.
- Coordinated with service providers for IT and telecom connectivity.
Chief Signal Officer
HQ Punjab Rangers Lahore & Pakistan Coast Guards
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Oversaw secure communications and administration at the Punjab provincial HQ.
- Procured and deployed advanced communication systems.
- Installed solar-powered backups at remote sites.
- Led training on secure communications and new technologies at a national scale.
- Managed over 600 personnel across security and communications operations.
- Directed military telecom infrastructure upgrades and maintenance across Punjab.
Commanding Officer
Special Communication Organization
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
09.2006 - 10.2011
- Led optical fiber network projects across North Pakistan.
- Managed contracts worth PKR 6 billion; deployed 1,500 km of fiber.
- Commanded 800 personnel, with full operational oversight.
- Installed 15 microwave towers and remote mobile towers in northern Pakistan.
- Launched 20 SCO franchises and SIM distribution centers in remote towns.
- Generated an average of PKR 1 billion+ in telecom revenue per quarter.
General Staff Officer
Pakistan Coast Guard
Karachi
03.2001 - 11.2004
- Supervised and led 100 personnel in communication and operational roles.
- Managed the physical and communication security of the Pakistan Coast Guard headquarters.
- Completed United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)-certified course on high-frequency network establishment between Gwadar and Karachi.
- Liaised with the United Nations on drug enforcement task forces regarding operational security and funding proposals.
- Designed and delivered training for 150 personnel on communication and security under the UNODP program.
Instructor
Pakistan Army
Shinkiari
08.1999 - 02.2001
- Trained 4 batches, 120 junior officers in 6-month leadership courses at the Junior Leader Academy
- Delivered practical instruction on character, communication, discipline, and fitness.
- Mentored officers to prepare them for command responsibilities.
Education
Master of Science - Telecommunication Engineering
National University of Sciences & Technology
Rawalpindi, Pakistan06-2007
Bachelor of Science - Double Major in Math And Physics
Pakistan Military Academy
Abottabad, Pakistan05-1998
Skills
- Communication systems
- Team leadership
- Operational security
- Stakeholder engagement
- Organizational development
- Security protocols
- Strategic planning
- Infrastructure development
- Telecommunications systems
- Fiber optics installation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Network architecture
Certification
- Radio Operation & Programming – UNODC, Karachi
- Electronic Warfare & Radio Interception Courses
- Unit Command Course
Languages
- English (Fluent), - Urdu (Fluent)
Accomplishments
- Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Military) – Awarded by Pakistan Army
- COAS Commendation Card – For OFN deployment in GB & AJK
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Limited
Timeline
Director Admin & Security
Defence Housing Authority Education System (DHAES)
01.2020 - 01.2022
Additional Director Admin & Security
Defence Housing Authority Education System (DHAES)
02.2017 - 01.2020
Chief Signal Officer
HQ Punjab Rangers Lahore & Pakistan Coast Guards
01.2012 - 01.2017
Commanding Officer
Special Communication Organization
09.2006 - 10.2011
General Staff Officer
Pakistan Coast Guard
03.2001 - 11.2004
Instructor
Pakistan Army
08.1999 - 02.2001
Master of Science - Telecommunication Engineering
National University of Sciences & Technology
Bachelor of Science - Double Major in Math And Physics
Pakistan Military Academy
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