Syed Jafri
About Syed Jafri
Syed Jafri is a Senior Network Engineer at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2008. He has led significant projects, including a major technology relocation for the Markham Data Center and the redesign of network infrastructure for Thomson Reuters' Canadian sites.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Syed Jafri has been employed at Thomson Reuters as a Sr. Network Engineer since 2008. In this role, he has contributed significantly to the network infrastructure of the organization, particularly for the Carswell Business. His responsibilities include providing Level 2 support for the global infrastructure, managing real-time troubleshooting, and implementing new devices according to the company's build process. Jafri has also served as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for major projects, including new deployments and data center relocations.
Education and Expertise
Syed Jafri possesses extensive expertise in network engineering, with a focus on network infrastructure design and implementation. His technical skills include managing network devices, security infrastructure, and disaster recovery setups. He has a strong background in Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB) and has been involved in ensuring compliance with Thomson Reuters standards across various Canadian sites.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Syed Jafri worked at Emirates Telecommunication Corp Ltd as Chief Technician from 1996 to 2008. This role provided him with foundational experience in network management and technical support. His transition to Thomson Reuters marked a significant step in his career, allowing him to leverage his skills in a global corporate environment.
Achievements
During his tenure at Thomson Reuters, Syed Jafri led a major technology relocation project for the Markham Data Center, which involved setting up network infrastructure from scratch. He successfully redesigned the network, security, and wireless infrastructure for Thomson Reuters' Canadian sites. Additionally, he managed the reconfiguration of over 90 network devices to align with company standards and was instrumental in updating Canadian data centers to enhance security measures, including Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).