Head of Network and Baseband

• Feb 2021 - Present

• Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN).• Configure and install software, servers, routers, and other network devices (Juniper/ Cisco).• Monitor network performance and integrity.• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.• Maintain complete technical documentation.• Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity, and scalability.• Managing baseband platforms (ViaSat, iDirect), including provisioning of HUB and remotes.• Managing Data centers for two projects (including 4 VSAT hubs).• Propose end-to-end technical design of the complete solution which address the customer’s business problems & needs (Government/Commercial entities).• Responsible for documenting all the services related to the Network, Security, System, and Infrastructure area including HLD, LLD, CM, etc....• Providing the needed consultation for the end user (Government/Commercial entities).• Reviewing the RFPs/RFQs and building the required solutions and proposals for the clients in all the fields related to the IP network, VSAT, Security, System, and IT fields.• Performs all required POC activities for modern and traditional technologies.• Staff training and development.• Assuring proper reporting integration and design, writing proposals, RFPs, RFIs, meeting with vendors, meeting with customers writing BOQs, etc. Show less

Senior Network Engineer

• Aug 2015 - Present

• Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN).• Configure and install software, servers, routers, and other network devices (Juniper/ Cisco).• Monitor network performance and integrity.• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness.• Maintain complete technical documentation.• Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity, and scalability.• Managing baseband platforms (ViaSat, iDirect), including provisioning of HUB and remotes.• Managing Data centers for two projects (including 4 VSAT hubs).• Propose end-to-end technical design of the complete solution which addresses the customer’s business problems & needs (Government/Commercial entities).• Responsible for documenting all the services related to the Network, Security, System, and Infrastructure area including HLD, LLD, CM, etc....• Providing the needed consultation for the end user (Government/Commercial entities).• Reviewing the RFPs/RFQs and building the required solutions and proposals for the clients in all the fields related to the IP network, VSAT, Security, System, and IT fields.• Performs all required POC activities for modern and traditional technologies.• Staff training and development.• Assuring proper reporting integration and design, writing proposals, RFPs, RFIs, meeting with vendors, meeting with customers writing BOQs, etc. Show less

Senior Network Specialist

• Nov 2013 - Jul 2015

Working as a senior network specialist Consultant with Praxis consultants and providing the consultancy services for KACST in the Satellite Network project to provide broadband IP internet Service via Arabsat 5C Ka-band (SatNet) throughout Saudi Arabia and neighboring countries, this includes but not limited to: • Network operation and support • Network design and improvement • Network integration and interoperability • Quality Assurance and testing lab build up • Technology validation and implementation/configuration strategies approval. • Operating model development • Client staff coaching/training for technology use • Overseeing operations processes and adjustment to best practices • Assurance of proper Network and systems customizations to serve the infrastructure purposes • Assuring proper reporting integration and design, writing proposals, RFPs, etc. Show less

Core Network Engineer

• Jun 2012 - Oct 2013

•Planning, designing and implementing of all ISP network infrastructure this includes: Internet infrastructure, Remote access servers (L.L, WiMAX, MPLS infrastructure, Firewalls, Cache engines).•Configuration, optimization, debugging and troubleshooting of IP and MPLS networking environments.•Responsible for the operation, maintenance, upgrade, management and Coordinating the installation of all network infrastructure equipment’s including more than 150 routers and switches.•Monitors network functions and usability, bandwidth management, reviews performance utilization, and tunes network to maximize availability and accessibility.•Designing a reliable and fully redundant network implementing various routing protocol and network technologies including but not limited to BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, QoS, route policy and large-scale traffic filtering.•Responsible for maintaining and updating BGP peering with our internet gateways.•Design and implementation of custom solutions and high level support for customer sites that incorporate the use of various WAN and LAN technologies.•Responsible for core network operations and maintenance (O&M) activities and performance associated with Internet, IP and Wi-MAX systems.•Provide hands on 3rd line support for Leased Lines, Wi-MAX and Data Center infrastructure, troubleshooting and design solutions for major network problems.•Use of NMS systems to detect and respond to customer and base-stations connectivity issues, as well as possible use of remote notification systems.•Responsible for maintaining the documentation, trouble reports and serviceability of all networking hardware and software involved in keeping all systems performing up to service level agreements.•Planning, indexing and adjusting IP addresses database using IP address management and tracking system. Show less

Senior NOC Engineer

• Jan 2011 - May 2012

•Manage workload, shifts and staffing issues related to the NOC team and day to day management of the NOC team tasks and projects•Planning, designing and implementing of all network infrastructure this includes: Internet infrastructure, Remote access servers (L.L, WiMAX, MPLS infrastructure, Firewalls, IDP systems, Cache engines).•Responsible for core network operations and maintenance (O&M) activities and performance associated with Internet, IP and Wi-MAX systems.• Responsible for data center network and security operations and maintenance (O&M) activities and performance associated with vlans, dmz’s, firewalls, and IDP systems.• Responsible for site to site VPN connections with company’s branches, and users’ remote access VPN.•Respond to and track any such issues by ensuring customer care is promptly notified while ensuring resolution and/or proper handoff to team members.• Provide hands on 3rd line support for Leased Lines, Wi-MAX and Data Center infrastructure, troubleshooting and design solutions for major network problems.• Use of NMS systems to detect and respond to customer and base-stations connectivity issues, as well as possible use of remote notification systems.• Responsible for maintaining the documentation, trouble reports and serviceability of all networking hardware and software involved in keeping all systems performing up to service level agreements.• Planning, indexing and adjusting IP addresses database using IP address management and tracking system. Show less

NOC Engineer

• Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

•Tier 2 Support for all network infrastructures and services. •Configure LAN switches, AP’s and IP phones and other wireless equipments(CAUs, CPEs and Microwave units)•Responsible for controlling, administration, and tracking for fault-management, change-management and performance management procedures.•Participate in change management preparations and implementation.•Respond to Network-wide outages including, but not limited to; WiMAX systems, IP network, Voice Gateways Failure, Transmission Failure, Voice Trunk Outage, internet services failure, internal network, and Auxiliary Service outage.•Prepare documentations and reports using MS Excel, MS Visio and other MS office programs. Show less

Field Engineer

• Oct 2008 - Dec 2009

•Sites Acquisition, permits and construction, Equipment Implementation, Sites Documentation; which include Site Acquisition Report, Detailed Pilot Study Report and AS Built Reports. •Wi- Max fully installation for no. of sites (Wi-tribe,Kulacom),Installation and commissioning of Microwave links for a no. of sites (harris startex) and Site Acquisition for a no. of sites (the Blue Zone). •Sites Acquisition, permits and construction, Equipment Implementation, Sites Documentation; which include Site Acquisition Report, Detailed Pilot Study Report and AS Built Reports. •Wi- Max fully installation for no. of sites (Wi-tribe,Kulacom),Installation and commissioning of Microwave links for a no. of sites (harris startex) and Site Acquisition for a no. of sites (the Blue Zone).

Operation & Maintenance Engineer - Trainee

• Jun 2006 - Sep 2006