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Foysal Ahmed

Unit 3, 86-88 Walpole street, Merrylands, Sydney 2160Mob: + 61 (0) 411843548; e-mail: mf.foysal@yahoo.com

Profile

An experienced network engineer competent in resolving networking and systems issues query in a

friendly manner and having a commitment to keep up to date with latest developments in information

technology. Articulate in negotiating and persuading clients and colleagues alike. A proactive

personality with a can-do attitude.

Education

July 2014 - June 2016

March 2012 – 2012 December

July 2007 – December 2010

February 2010 – 2010 December

Master of Computer and Information Sciences, Auckland University of TechnologyKey Modules:A study of Thesis in VANET (Wi-Fi-Based Vehicular Ad Hoc Network) using field trail measurements, simulations and provides guidelines for network planners for the deployment of IEEE 802.11 based VANET.

Postgraduate Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences, Auckland University of TechnologyKey Modules:Human Computer Interaction, Information Security, Net-centric Computing, Software Requirements Engineering, Ubiquitous Computing and Research methods.

Bachelor of Information Communication and Technology, CPIT (Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology), Christchurch2010Key Modules:Management of Information & Communications Technology, Network Administrations & Infrastructure, Information System Project Management, Database Management Systems, Data Communications & Computer Networks, Systems Design & Implementations and Operating Systems.

Cisco Certificate Network Administrator (CCNA), Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology, ChristchurchKey Modules:Routing Protocols & concepts, LAN Switching & Wireless, Accessing WAN.

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Work Experience

July 2014 – June 2016

Network Engineer, AUT University

Working full time (Study project - Thesis) in AUT University. Wi-Fi-Based Vehicular Ad Hoc Network (VANET) using Field Trials Measurements and Simulations. Key areas:- Wi-Fi communication with signal of strength speed, time delay

measurements.- JAVA socket programming for WIFI connection testing- OPNET base simulations.

April 2011 -September 2011

Desktop Rollout Engineer & Onsite Support Engineer, JAV IT Group

Worked contract in Schenker Ltd, Wiri-Beverages, GE Finance & Insurance and Orica Chemnet based in Auckland as a desktop engineer. Key areas:- Providing user support in specific platforms and specifications e.g.

Windows, Internet, MS Office.- Delivering customer service on the onsite calls into Help Desk system.- Responding to enquiries received through the Help Desk, undertaking 1st

and 2nd level diagnosis of IT related issues and providing solutions to these.

- Administering, monitoring and maintaining production servers and resolve issues if any escalate unresolved problems to an intermediate support engineer & recovery of data after upgrades.

- Installation of standard software and operating systems following documented instructions relating to PC and laptop assets.

- Connect to the router via console and connect the router to the network and update local router to use the existing gateway address.

- Test connectivity between New Zealand and Melbourne.- Help desk support to the end users.

July 2009 - December 2009

Performance of Parallel Computing, Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology (CPIT)Worked full time (Study project) in Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology (CPIT) based in Christchurch.- Installation windows operating and Windows 2008 R2- Update BIOS setup and software- Managing URL filtering, Web antimalware etc.- Adding / deleting / managing users, password reset, mapping home

directory, mapping user profiles, group email setup, network group setup

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Technical Skills

Systems

Hardware

Software

Networking

Windows Server, Windows (XP, 7, 8 and 10), Linux and Cisco.

Hardware Setup with various hardware components such as PC Peripheral (HDD, RAM, Ethernet Card), network switch, self checking systems, printer (local/network/receipt), HP external printer setup, scanner/ bar code scanner, ADSL/ wireless router, smart phone and cisco router & switch.

Web programming with HTML, CSS, Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop and Flash. Scripting programming with Visual Basic, MYSQL, XML & XSL, Jade and UML.

Windows Server, MS Exchange Server, Citrix, Active Directory, Network Design, DNS, DHCP Server, Linux Server, File & print server, Internet information Server (IIS), Firewall & proxy server, Name Server, VPN, FTP, SMTP, TCP/IP, VMware, Backup & Recovery, Group Policy, LAN / WAN/ WLAN, Windows Registry Editing, Network Security Settings, Internet, & Proxy Server Settings, User Profile.

Skills Profile

Problem Solving

Self-awareness

People & Time Management

Results oriented, innovative problem solver. Developed the following skillsduring university studies and while working in Industry: - Practical problem solving using logical approaches.- Developing creative solutions for difficult decision-making.

Focused and purposeful in completing objectives. Capable of maintaining composure and focus on tasks at hand under adverse conditions.

Boosted team spirit and motivated colleagues. Achieved target on time.

Interest & Activities

- Using technology as a learning tool.

- Enjoy playing chess, reading newspaper, public speaking and debating.

Personal Details

Nationality

Driving License

New Zealand

Australian full driving license

Reference Available upon request