FAHAD M. SIDDIQUE
ABOUT ME
Introduction
Good Day Wishes!
I am computers and technology addicted, which makes me fast-paced and adaptive learner, a dedicated worker, with solid interpersonal and communications skills.
I have proven expertise in Information Technology, Security, Network and System Administration, Desktop Support, Hardware and Software installations, configurations and troubleshooting.
I have built, tested, expanded, secured networks with relevant & cost-effective technologies.
Familiar with Microsoft Servers & Client OS, MS Exchange & IBM Lotus Notes, Lync Server, SCOM, SCCM, Citrix, Linux, Cisco, D-Link, Linksys, Netgear, VMWare, Microsoft Virtual PC, Sonic & Juniper Firewalls platforms, etc.
EXPERIENCE
Professional Career Since 2002
Capital TV (HB Media)
IT EngineerApr 2013 - May 2014- Maintenance and support for Production Control Room.-
- Configure, Monitor and Support IDF, MDF & Network Infrastructure.
- MPLS Network Support between Karachi, ISP and Islamabad branches.
- Configure, Monitor and Support TVU Packs.
- Deployment, Support and Maintenance of Apple Macs & Windows PCs.
- Software Deployment and Troubleshooting.
- Documentation for data backups, recoveries and topology.
- Training of IT Staff with performance evaluation.
ITish Solutions
Social Media Manager
May 2012 - Mar 2013
- To strategically and tactfully develop macro and micro-level social media marketing campaigns/projects.-
- Tailor current business initiatives/programs to meet and surpass the customer’s needs and objectives.
- Responding to consumer/employee inquiries and engaging in online conversations.
- Developing social media content and ensuring all queries are being responded to in a time-efficient manner.
- Create marketing campaigns while managing public messages, people and projects that meet the established development, approval, and dissemination standards of communication that leverage social media, print, electronic, and emergent internet-based interactive media.
- Reach out to and build relationships with top bloggers and community groups.
- Maintain a thorough understanding, proficiency, and practice in branding principles, advertising and media planning, public relations, collateral development, printing processes, multimedia (social media, blogs, web, video, etc.) and materials archival.
- Monitoring emerging trends and company presence within social media and other internet-based marketing platforms (e.g. Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter, etc.) to ensure the vanguard of utilization.
- Monitor customer engagement and identify new ways to activate participation and feedback.
- Managing crisis situations.
Sky Construction LLC
IT Administrator
Jul 2007 - Apr 2012
- Installation, setup and management of networks as per construction projects and requirements.
- Branch/site to head-offices connectivity and management.
- Providing communication facilities to the site faculty and offices, such as;
- Internet. (3G/WiMax/Broadband)
- Fax / Tellulars.
- PABX systems, Telephones, Mobiles.
- BlackBerry Services.
- Responsible for the smooth functioning of the IT Department and ERP Solutions for Construction.
- Managing Fileservers, Database server and Backup servers.
- Implementing VPN/firewalls over high-speed DSL networks of 4 MBps.
- Responsible for IT equipment purchasing and assets management.
- Service and maintenance of photocopiers, printers, faxes and computers.
- Hands-on data/system recovery.
PrimeME Computers
Network Administrator
Mar 2007 - Jun 2007
Newly established company, providing real-time technical support, annual maintenance contracts (AMC) and general hardware services, all over UAE.
- Technical Support Incharge (team-leader).
- Planning and managing department strategy and infrastructure.
- Make ensure the quality of real-time services.
- Handling all types of support calls and scheduling technicians.
- Providing best services for designing and implementing networks, communications systems and all types of IT equipment.
- Regular basis meetings with clients for feedback and tailored requirements.
Govt. National College KarachiLab. Administrator
Aug 2004 - Feb 2007
A College with a remarkable history and mastermind Professors who have devoted their more than 25 years to teaching and are a backbone to Pakistan’s education syllabus outline system.
One was granted the Computer Science Department to take care of and redesign the infrastructure. Gratifying the network needs through Active Directory and ISA 2000 Server security in Windows Server 2003 Environment.
- Weekly server backups strategy.
- Ghost Image-based installation with the recovery image on each system.
- Anti-Virus guards and updates management.
- Different software installation and management.
- Managing the records of all students.
- Coordination with students, Teaching staff, University of Karachi and lower staff.
- Making Schedules (time tables) for classes and examinations.
- Conducting papers of different subjects.
- Invigilator during different tests and examinations.
- Checking papers of different subjects.
- Conducting lectures in Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) Department, for the following subjects;
- Files and Data Bases.
- Data Communication.
- Computer Networks.
Micronix Computers
Network Administrator (Part-Time)
Jan 2002 - Feb 2007- Responsible “Team leader” for ten persons working under my supervision.»
- Site surveying and planning for network support solutions.
- Provide customer technical support on phone and client location basis.
- To manage incoming complaint calls regarding system related issues.
- To provide and assemble personal computer systems/software as our industrial client or user requires.
- Providing support regarding fault tolerance, antivirus, backup, hardware/software troubleshooting.
Noor College of Professional Education (NCPE)
Network Administrator
Feb 2004 - Apr 2004
A renowned IT training Institution with 5 practical computer labs, 30 Pentium-III computer systems each.
Redesigned and completely centralized the campus, with technical training of faculty. Tasks achieved in Centralized Network project.
- Designed and centralized the labs with a wired LAN network.
- Designed and implemented Active Directory for user management.
- User policies designing, management and implementation.
- Integrated ISA Services with Active Directory.
- Implemented ISDN (128K) as a cost-effective solution for the institution.
- Weekly server backups.
- Ghost Image-based installation with a backup image on each system.
- Anti-Virus guards and updates setup.
- Correspondence with Managing Director (M.D.) regarding network strategies and upgrade.
- Making policies regarding user, administration and security.
- Conducting Seminars and workshops.
- TRAININGS
IT Trainings / Certifications / Skills
CCNA
Cisco Network Academy Program
CCNA - Security
Cisco Network Academy Program
CCNP
Cisco Network Academy Program
MTA
Windows 8 / Windows 10
MCSA
Server 2016
MCSE
Server 2019
CompTIA A+
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
CompTIA Network+
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
CompTIA Security+
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
CWNA
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
vmware 7
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
MS Office Specialist
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
Linux SA-I & SA-II
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
SQL Server 2005
CTTC Academy - Pakistan
Oracle Developer 2000
InfoMark House - Parkistan
REFERENCES
Atif Esar
Senior Engineer - Broadcast Management
I write this letter in strong support and recommendation for Mr. Fahad about his skills that he had delivered to his last organization.
During his tenure in concern Dept. ; Mr. Fahad quickly observed and familiarised with colleagues and senior contacts with relevant protocols and as well as related job rules and regulations.
His adept ability to resolve complaints and help diffuse the volatile situation made him a vital part of the team. His enthusiasm and dedication were crucial to the success of our departmental goal. I had the pleasure to work with Mr. Fahad and I found him very approachable, energetic and efficient.In addition, Mr. Fahad has always presented himself in a direct honest, hard worker, considerable and thoughtful manner.EDUCATION
A' Levels
Karachi Cadet School
Karachi, Pakistan.
1994 – 1998
A' Levels - Drop-out (No Grudges)
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