Arslan Ahmed
About Arslan Ahmed
Arslan Ahmed is a Senior Network Security Engineer with extensive experience in network management and security technologies. He has worked for various companies, including GlaxoSmithKline and ADNOC Distribution, and possesses strong skills in Cisco systems, virtualization technologies, and firewall management.
Current Role as Senior Network Security Engineer
Arslan Ahmed has been serving as a Senior Network Security Engineer at a confidential employer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, since 2017. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge of network security protocols and technologies to protect organizational data and infrastructure. His responsibilities include implementing security measures, managing firewalls, and ensuring compliance with security policies.
Previous Experience in Network Engineering
Prior to his current position, Arslan Ahmed held various roles in network engineering. He worked at GlaxoSmithKline as a Senior Network Engineer for two months in Karachi in 2011. He then served as a Network Engineer at ADNOC Distribution from 2014 to 2015 in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, he was a Senior Project Manager at Abtach for six months in 2015 and a Senior Network Engineer at Arwen Tech from 2007 to 2011.
Educational Background
Arslan Ahmed studied at Karachi University, where he gained foundational knowledge in network engineering and related fields. His education has supported his career development and technical expertise in network security and management.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Arslan Ahmed possesses hands-on experience with various virtualization technologies, including Citrix XenApp and VMware ESX/ESXi. He is proficient in configuring and managing a range of Cisco routers and switches, including ASR 1002, 3900, 3800, and Nexus series. His skill set includes implementing routing protocols such as MPLS, BGP4, OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP, as well as utilizing network management tools like Solar Wind Products, Manage Engine, and PRTG.
Network Security Proficiencies
Arslan Ahmed is an expert in integrating Cisco ACS for centralized authentication and RSA Secure ID Token for enhanced security. He is skilled in configuring and managing firewalls, including Cisco PIX/ASA, Fortinet, and Palo Alto. His experience also includes network optimization using QoS techniques such as LLQ, CBWFQ, and WRED, and utilizing SNMP for network management and monitoring.