KARIM OMAR WHITE
Infrastructer Engineer
Germantown,Maryland
Summary
Communication and Network Management | IT infrastructure| End-user & Technical Support Integrate Top-Quality Training, Analytical Skill, and Problem Solving Expertise, Determining Precisely and Then Fulfilling Client and End-User Technical Requirements Accomplished Infrastructure Engineer and telecom project manager with experience in combining technical expertise with strong business acumen and operational understanding; ensure all technical strategies and activities align with corporate goals. Expertly oversee large-scale IT projects, networks, and infrastructures—from initial planning and development to implementation and enhancements. Skilled in supervising and directing projects involving telecom installations, engineering initiatives, and production design. Decisive, solutions-focused, and results-oriented leader with experience in communications systems development and installation, automation and technology-driven initiatives
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Infrastructure Engineer/ Unified Communications
Arent Fox LLP
Washington, DC
08.2008 - Current
- Maintain and monitor all network and computer systems to meet organization's current and future requirements
- Maintain Azure cloud data backups and virtual machines
- Develop ongoing multisite management of Cisco Unified Communications Systems, including Call Manager / Unified Communications Manager 12.x , 12.x Unity, and CUPS servers etc
- Manage and troubleshoot Cisco Cube routers, media servers, media gateways
- Monitors service delivery compliance to budget, quality standards and customer and business stakeholder requirements
- Multi-site Cisoc Meraki wireless LAN and security support
Telecom Project Manager
MCA Communications/Exxon Mobil
Fairfax, VA
01.2004 - 08.2008
- Followed through end to end project life cycle from initiation, planning, design, development, testing, and deployment of MCA Communications/Exxon Mobil telecom network
- Responsible for project scope, schedule, and cost control while ensuring successful and timely installations
- Performed moves, adds and changes via copper wire cross connects ( 50 Pair, Cat5E, etc)
- Successfully managed Project Life Cycle and processes and initiated solutions for reducing cost for projects
- Tested and implemented all new telephone support using OTM navigation software work with vendors.
Electronic Technician
Lanier Electronics
Upper Marlboro, MD
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Assembled, installed, repaired, troubleshooted, and maintained electronic components and systems
- Installation and assembly of electronic systems based on technical specification
- Installation of network equipment, cabling and power
- Interpreted drawings, training manuals, and instructions in order to perform duties
Skills
- TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Windows Servers
- Cisco IP Telephony: CUCM (8X-12X), Gatekeepers, Voice Gateways, Cisco Unity, Cisco Unity Connection, Cisco Jabber, Cisco IP Communicator, Cisco Attendant Console, Imagicle Attendant console, Jabber, Webex Calling, Cisco IP Phones
- Networks: Cisco routers and switches
- Virtualization: VMWare, VSphere ESXI, Microsoft Azure servERS
- Network Infrastructure Support
- Systems Implementations
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
- Technical & Instructional Documentation
- Client Support
- End to End Troubleshooting
- Cisco Support
- Network Communications
- Vendor Management
- Hardware Installation and Maintenance
- Technical Support and Assistance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Network Administration
02.2022 - Current
Timeline
Strayer University - Bachelor of Science, Network Administration
02.2022 - Current
Infrastructure Engineer/ Unified Communications - Arent Fox LLP
08.2008 - Current
Telecom Project Manager - MCA Communications/Exxon Mobil
01.2004 - 08.2008
Electronic Technician - Lanier Electronics
01.1999 - 01.2004
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