Syed Abidi
Network Security Administrator at CTIS, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Amazon Web Services (AWS)Jun, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Ethical Hacker
EC-CouncilJul, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA)
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Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP-S)
Cisco
Experience
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CTIS, Inc.
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Network Security Administrator
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May 2015 - Present
Leveraging my extensive professional experience, I’m in charge of day-to-day and long-term network and security operations. My job is to lead technical projects to enhance network infrastructure, including the implementation of a new VLAN, hardware and software migrations, and firewall upgrades, along with configuration and troubleshooting for site-to-site VPNs. The role calls on me to manage the design, configuration, and establishment of Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) for 802.1X authentication and VPN authentication. I maintain compliance with network security policies by training and educating end-users. I also drive business performance by identifying complex technical problems and architecting innovative solutions using cutting-edge technology, simplification, and communication skills. ● Championed initiatives to identify and close several critical, high, and medium vulnerabilities which boosted service rating for server infrastructure from D to A. ● Achieved optimal cost savings without sacrificing quality and effectiveness by negotiating and liaising with vendors during 2016 technology refresh. ● Improved system availability, drove operational excellence, and prevented catastrophic component failures by leading implementation of high availability load balancing (HALB) solutions. ● Facilitated smooth migration of services from pervious ISP to new ISP by provisioning circuit from new ISP while also implementing IP configuration and DNS changes in load balancer. ● Provided input to senior management on continuous basis for implementing risk mitigation strategies for improving Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of Network Infrastructure and Network Services. ● Played key role in several large-scale initiatives, including project to implement ISO 27000 controls and engagement to implement Network Admission Control (NAC). - Achieved compliance for First Security Control listed in SANS Top 20 Critical Security Controls. Show less
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Cinch Property Investments
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United Kingdom
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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IT Administrator
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Feb 2012 - Sep 2014
During my time with Cinch Properties, I was responsible for configuring and overseeing a cloud-hosted CentOS Linux server. I conducted tier 1 and 2 troubleshooting tasks for hardware and software. I also played a key role in improving our overall office operations by providing comprehensive IT support. ● Enhanced overall operations and strengthened server environment by troubleshooting and resolving all escalated technical issues and training users on various software applications. During my time with Cinch Properties, I was responsible for configuring and overseeing a cloud-hosted CentOS Linux server. I conducted tier 1 and 2 troubleshooting tasks for hardware and software. I also played a key role in improving our overall office operations by providing comprehensive IT support. ● Enhanced overall operations and strengthened server environment by troubleshooting and resolving all escalated technical issues and training users on various software applications.
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Multinet Pakistan (Private) Limited
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Pakistan
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Telecommunications
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500 - 600 Employee
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Network Engineer, Voice NOC
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Jun 2008 - Jan 2011
Earlier in my career, I managed and monitored VoIP networks, routing and mediation servers, and switch configurations. My scope of responsibility encompassed conducting interconnection and route tests, managing VoIP traffic routing, and building Teles Class 5 residential VoIP systems. It was on me to coordinate a fault management system in collaboration with our internal staff and operators. I established SOPs to monitor network performance and maintain highest up-time levels. I also managed a clear cabling and labeling system for VoIP network nodes in data center. ● Ensured seamless delivery of 360-degree network support by leveraging organizational skills and leadership abilities to schedule shifts and coach junior engineers. ● Bolstered client relations and drove business development by identifying customer requirements and liaising between account and sales teams to achieve timely task and project completion. ● Enabled senior leaders to make data-driven decisions by creating daily and ad-hoc reports regarding routing changes, network efficiency, and overall IT infrastructure health. Show less
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Education
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2011 - 2012
University of Bedfordshire
MSC, Computer Security and Forensics
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