As a Network Engineer at LuLu Exchange Qatar, I analyze and establish IT requirements for in-house and remote networks, work closely with application teams, and identify and report network abnormalities. I have extensive knowledge on networking protocols and firewall installation, configuration, and administration.I have over six years of experience in the financial services industry, working across multiple firewall technologies such as Palo Alto, Fortigate, Cisco ASA, and Juniper SSG. I also have experience in analyzing packet level data, malware analysis, proxy and firewall logs, and troubleshooting network issues. I am skilled in cloud computing, service-level agreements, and information technology infrastructure. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Kannur University. I am motivated by providing high-quality network security and information security solutions to both colleagues and clients.
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Network EngineerLulu Exchange QatarDoha, Qa -
Network EngineerLulu Exchange Qatar Jun 2021 - PresentDoha, Qatar• Analyze and establish IT requirements for In-house Networks including remote locations connected via VPN• Works closely with Application teams to define, frame and capture business needs• Identify abnormalities in Network and report violations.• Extensive knowledge on networking protocols• Installation, configuration and administration of Firewalls• Attending meetings and technical discussions related to Ongoing project.• Single point of contact for all the branches and regional Head office• Effective handling of tickets raised within agreed timescales• Monitor PRTG utilisation report bandwidth and escalate if it crosses the threshold value• Monitor networks to ensure security and availability to specific users• Coordinate with enterprise team• Raise and maintain CIR related to application and network• Dealing with service providers and enterprise resource center• work closely with Advisory note provided from Regulatory IT security to investigate system alert -
Network Security AdministratorPearldatadirect Apr 2019 - Jun 2021Cochin Area, India• Working in Global Security Operation Center Team, which supports the entire Security infrastructure.• Working across multiple firewall technologies such as Palo alto,Fortigate, Cisco ASA and Juniper SSG• Good knowledge in analyzing packet level data, Malware analysis, proxy and firewall logs.• Second level Troubleshooting for all network related issues.• Configuring and Troubleshooting of Cisco routers and switches• Analyzing new requests and implementing necessary configuration change in the network device.• Follow incident and change management process.• As a part of product migration from Office scan to Apex one• Monitor AlienVault security analytic Dashboard to keep track of real time security events and health of SIEM devices• pool management with F5 load balance.• Perform vulnerability testing, risk analyses and security assessments.• Conduct the daily/weekly status meetings with team.• Dial in remotely to Branch Systems to monitor network performance• Centralized management of Anti-Virus software. Maintenance and support of Trend Micro security products• Managing of Security devices which include dark Trace, Cisco Email Security , Rapid7 Insight IDR• Managing Qualys for Patch Management ,Vulnerability Management Detection and Response• Involving in all change implementation for all the network activities. -
Network AdministratorLulu International Exchange Oct 2017 - Mar 2019Ernakulam, Kerala, India• Plans network layouts and configures systems to user environments.• Analyzes network topologies and traffic and capacity requirements.• Work with Regional Team members to fill information gaps and communicate for technical solutions.• Provide network infrastructure strategy to meet Exchange house’s business and regulatory expectations.• Proactively plan for long term and medium term needs of network infrastructure Considering new, upgrades of old and retirement of applicable devices.• Develop and maintain network related IT policies and procedures• Administration and configuration of all network equipment including: routers, switches, firewalls, IPS, load balancers, VPN concentrators and Network Access Controller (NAC).• Network monitoring for bandwidth analysis / device & links availability/ performance monitoring and capacity planning to ensure performance and scalability of network.• Maintaining the up to date configuration backup of all network, network security and systems.• Preparing and Maintaining Network documents including network diagrams, cabling inventory, device inventory.• Tracking and maintaining End of Life/End of Support status of all network/ network security and systems.• Performing periodic security Patch upgrade/OS upgrade and maintaining the OS/Patch inventory for all network devices and systems.• Reviewing firewall / IPS rules and policies, fine-tuning the rules to restrict the access to specific requirement and maintaining business justification against comprehensive list of firewall rules.• Monitoring, tracking and performing the necessary actions on all requests and incidents in ticketing system.• Participates in network on-call support.• Travel as needed to support Organization network engineering planning, implementation, or issue resolution.• Handle VPN connection between various offices and locations.• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving complex issues reported through Service Desk Ticketing system. -
It-Support ExecutiveAhmed Abubacker Trading L.L.C Feb 2014 - Jun 2017Dubai• Handling the marketing of IT products (Desktops, Laptops, Printer & lots of more).• Maintaining strong relationship with Dealers & Customers.• Responsible for grow up the business with IT Products accordingly area wise.• Stock planning and projection for each product or every model.• Marketing & promotional Activities for sell-out material.• Provide necessary product support to the dealer as per company policy.• Ensure timely collection of all outstanding on a priority basis.• Continuously monitoring other competitor’s brands activities
Arif Ahmed Skills
Arif Ahmed Education Details
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Computer Science
Frequently Asked Questions about Arif Ahmed
What company does Arif Ahmed work for?
Arif Ahmed works for Lulu Exchange Qatar
What is Arif Ahmed's role at the current company?
Arif Ahmed's current role is Network Engineer.
What schools did Arif Ahmed attend?
Arif Ahmed attended Kannur University.
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Arif Ahmed has skills like Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Management, Business Analysis, Windows, Troubleshooting, Negotiation, Marketing, Employee Relations.
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