Khyser (Mohd.) Mohd. syed
Life Cycle Infrastructure Network Analyst
Experience
Jan 2024 - Present
2 years 1 monthMannheim, Germany
Life Cycle Infrastructure Network Analyst
Hays AG
- On-site implementation and upgrade of the life cycle infrastructure for a global partner of a Hays customer.
- On-site implementation for international locations in APAC & AMER.
- Executed on-site life cycle infrastructure upgrades for sites IN-NDA, IN-MOX, US-CAX, US-MOT, CN-YAN, and IN-MOR according to customer requirements. This included project management, administration, network design, optimization, as well as planning and deploying redundant OM4 and OS2 fiber and redundant power systems.
- Designed, upgraded, and migrated data centers for the above sites, including international on-site travel to the USA and India.
- Led and oversaw the network team, providing remote and on-site support for cabling work.
- Created network documentation, including L2 and L3 Visio drawings, IP address planning, network patch plans, power plans, bayface layouts, access point layouts, ISP carrier layouts, data center planning, downtime planning and scheduling, hardware checklists, network device configuration, implementation, test plans, and proposal evaluations.
- Extensive experience with Cisco hardware, including switches (9200, 9300, 9400, 4500, 3850, and 2960 series), WLC (9800, 5505, 3504, and 2800 series APs), ASA (55xx series), and NG Firepower (1010, 1120).
- Maintained documentation, including NetBox, PRTG monitoring, RADIUS, DNS, DHCP, and KX handover sessions, troubleshooting & trainings.
- Life Cycle Technical Guide & Control
Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 1 monthNeu-Isenburg, Germany
IT Infrastructure Network Analyst
Logicalis Gmbh
- Led and managed design & coordination for life cycle IT infrastructure upgrades for a global partner of a Logicalis customer.
- Managed international sites in the AMER, EMEA, and APAC regions.
- Conducted site surveys and prepared BOMs (Bill of Materials) and cabling scopes for sites US-MOT, US-CAM, US-CAX, IN-NDA, IN-MOR, CN-YAN, CN-WXI, DE-NBA, and DE-HAM according to customer requirements. This included creating network L2 and L3 Visio drawings, IP address plans, network patch plans, power plans, bayface layouts, access point layouts, data center planning, DC layouts, hardware lists, network device configurations, implementation plans, test plans, and proposal evaluations.
- Extensive experience with Cisco hardware, including switches 9200, 9300, 9400, 4500, 3850, and 2960, as well as WLC 9800, 5505, 3504, 2800 series APs, ASA 55xx, and NG Firepower 1010, 1120.
Jan 2019 - Dec 2022
4 yearsWeinheim, Germany
Global IT Infrastructure Analyst Network
Vibracoustic AG & Co. Kg
- Designed and coordinated infrastructure upgrades for new sites: managed upgrades for new locations in the USA, China, Turkey, Romania, Sweden, and other countries (CN-CHQ, US-DET, US-YSH, TR-BEL, TR-BSA) according to VC standards. Tasks included network L2 and L3 Visio drawings, IP address planning, network patch plans, power plans, bayface layouts, access point layouts, hardware lists, network device configuration, implementation, test plans, and handover documentation.
- Global WAN migration project: led the global WAN migration project, including rollout, coordination, and migration. Successfully migrated 53 out of 53 Vibracoustic sites from Verizon to the new global MPLS provider GCX.
- IS upgrades carried out: executed IS upgrades for the DE-HAM site. Performed life cycle IS upgrades for SE-FOR and RO-DEJ sites.
- Cisco hardware experience: extensive experience with Cisco hardware, including switches (9200, 9300, 9400, 4500, 3850, and 2960 series), WLC (9800, 5505, 3504, and 2800 series APs), ASA (55xx series), and NG Firepower (1010, 1120).
Jun 2015 - Dec 2018
3 years 7 monthsBreuberg, Germany
Global IT Infrastructure Analyst Network
Trelleborg Vibracoustic Automotive Germany GmbH
- Successfully executed infrastructure upgrades worldwide: carried out 9 on-site infrastructure upgrades at various locations, including India (NDA, MOH), Brazil (TAE), China (YAN, SHA, WXI), Frankfurt (DC), Poland (KOM), and Japan (YOK). These projects covered a range of site sizes, from small offices to large locations and data center relocations. Responsibilities included travel, coordination, network design, L2 and L3 Visio drawings, IP address planning, network patch plans, power plans, bayface layouts, hardware lists, network device configuration, implementation, and handover documentation.
- Coordinated infrastructure hardware upgrades: managed the upgrade of the Cisco switch series for sites DE-NBG, DE-HAM, and TR-CER.
- Previous role in LAN and WAN support: provided level 2 and level 3 support for LAN and WAN in daily operations for 52 Trelleborg Vibracoustic office locations worldwide.
- Managed Cisco hardware: handled Cisco switches (4500, 3850, and 2960 series), APs (5505, 3504, and 2800 series), and ASA 55xx firewalls.
- Zen-Node proxy upgrade project: successfully led the Zen-Node proxy upgrade project with the service provider TATA.
- Worked on VC global standards: developed and implemented standards for VLANs, IP addressing scheme, local internet breakout, guest WiFi access, and standard network layouts.
- LAN port activation and WAN upgrade: successfully activated LAN ports and upgraded WAN at TBVC sites, transitioning from Orange to Verizon as service provider.
- Network tools and documentation: used network tools like IPAM, NetFlow, PRTG, NetBox, DNS, DHCP, RADIUS, and ServiceNow ticketing. Coordinated troubleshooting with service providers Verizon, Orange, TATA, DTAG, and GCX. Maintained network Visio documentation.
Feb 2015 - Jun 2015
5 monthsRemscheid, Germany
Network Administrator
SANA IT Services GmbH
- Supported, optimized, and further developed CISCO components for the Sana Klinikum facilities in Remscheid, Düsseldorf, and Duisburg.
- Administered Cisco switches 6500, 4500, and 3500 series and WLC.
- Administered ASA 5500 firewalls, Checkpoint R75, and Juniper SSG and ISG.
- Performed hardware upgrade of Cisco switches 4507 & 6500 series.
- Maintained network Visio documentation.
May 2014 - Jan 2015
9 monthsMeerbusch, Germany
Network Administrator – Data Network
IBM Deutschland Mittelstand Services GmbH
- Responsible for LAN & WAN Level 2 & Level 3 support in day-to-day operations using the Maximo trouble ticket system for about 20 IBM clients.
- Administration of Cisco 6500, 3700, 3500, 2900 series switches and WLCs
- Administration of HP switches
- Administration of Juniper SSG and ISG firewalls, Checkpoint R75, and Cisco ASA firewalls
- Network monitoring and status control tools, like Nagios, MRTG Network Monitor
Nov 2012 - Mar 2014
1 year 5 monthsPaderborn, Germany
Network Administrator – GIO CCC Network
Wincor Nixdorf Global IT Operation GmbH
- Responsible for LAN & WAN Level 2 & Level 3 support in daily business trouble ticket systems (CRM and Assyst) for 120 office locations worldwide.
- Management of Nortel and Avaya switches: ERS 2500, 4500, 5500 series, and Passport 8010.
- Management of Cisco switches (6500, 4500, 3700, 3500, 2900 series), wireless controllers, and wireless access points.
- Management of VPN and security connectivity devices for remote sites, such as Nortel NVR1750E VPN gateways, Cisco 836, LANCOM 1721/1100, and Checkpoint Edge UTM-1 firewalls, etc.
- Management of DNS and DHCP network scopes and registration of static IP addresses.
- WAN performance analysis reports using WAN optimizers Riverbed Steelhead Model 1050 and NetFlow Tracker, BT and Singtel WAN reporting and monitoring.
- Network monitoring and status control tools, such as Nagios, PRTG Network Monitor, GINA (Global Information Network Administration).
- Development and maintenance of network Visio documentation.
Aug 2011 - Sep 2012
1 year 2 monthsKronberg, Germany
Network Administrator
Accenture Dienstleistungen GmbH
- Responsible for installation, configuration, upgrades, and management of Cisco routers and switches in data centers.
- Hardware upgrades and IOS upgrades on various Cisco core and access switches (6500, 4500, 3700, 3500, 2900 series) and routers (7200, 3600, 2800, 2600 series), etc.
- Administration of security systems: Juniper firewalls, NetScreen & Cisco PIX, Nortel & Juniper VPN gateways, load balancers, Riverbed, etc.
- Development and maintenance of network documentation (Visio): DNS, routers, firewalls.
- Network monitoring including status checks, regular performance and load tests, and documentation.
- Coordination with external service providers such as Deutsche Telekom, Colt, BT & AT&T in trouble ticket and user helpdesk support.
- Level 2 and 3 support in trouble ticket systems; Remedy user, ITSM.
- Experience with change management system – Remedy ITSM
May 2011 - Jul 2011
3 monthsDüsseldorf, Germany
LeiBit Migration
Vodafone D2 GmbH
- Configuration and troubleshooting of access variant types 1 to 5, VLANs, Epipe, ISAM, etc.
- Applications: Cramer, NDS, Lotus Notes, 5620 SAM Client, AMS 5520 (Alcatel Lucent), NAM, Epic, Remedy, etc.
Jul 2010 - Apr 2011
10 monthsSulzbach, Germany
Network Support DBWAN Migration - ESC
Vodafone D2 GmbH
- DBWAN network rollout and migration project for about 2000 sites.
- Switching and commissioning of new lines, parallel deployment and hot migration of DBWAN routers.
- Configuration of Ethernet service access routers: Alcatel 7750 SR-12 and 7450 ESS-7, Cisco ME 3400, Cisco 800, 1800, 6400 series routers, Nortel routers & Passport.
- Configuration and troubleshooting of access variant types 1 to 5, VLANs, Epipe, ISAM, etc.
- Applications: Cramer, NDS, Lotus Notes, 5620 SAM Client, AMS 5520 (Alcatel Lucent), NAM, Epic, Remedy, etc.
Feb 2010 - May 2010
4 monthsLangen, Germany
Network Tester LAN Center
DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH
- Responsible for LAN product tests.
- Successfully completed a project analyzing packet loss on a digital VNswitch 900FX, which connects Ethernet and FDDI networks.
- Conducted broadcast and multicast tests using IngoTool and MGEN programs to generate network traffic.
- Wrote test procedures and an analysis test report for packet loss on VNswitch 900FX.
- Worked with SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop and Server versions 10 and 11, as well as Ubuntu 10.04, Wireshark, Ethereal.
Jul 2009 - Dec 2009
6 monthsBonn, Germany
Project OSN IEI Network Rollout - CQC
T-Systems International Enterprise Services GmbH
- Rolled out the project office standard network for the Integrated End User Infrastructure (IEI) to around 600 sites.
- Responsible for quality control checks (CQC) of LAN access Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches of the Cisco 3750G-24 series.
- Provided level 2 and 3 support for trouble tickets.
- Troubleshot VLANs, DHCP helper addresses, switch port security, Dot1x and MAB, QoS, Voice VLAN, SNMP, etc.
- Developed and maintained network documentation.
- Experience with tools such as Network Operation & Administration Helper (NOAH) Control, TSI NET, IEI ROT, Service Navigator Frontend, WhatsUp Gold, etc.
Apr 2007 - Jun 2009
2 years 3 monthsKronberg, Germany
Network Administrator
Accenture Dienstleistungen GmbH
- Responsible for installing, configuring, upgrading, and managing Cisco routers and switches in data centers.
- Performed IOS upgrades on various Cisco core and access switches (6500, 4500, 3700, 3500, 2900 series) and routers (7200, 3600, 2800, 2600, 1800, 800 series), etc.
- Administered security systems, including Juniper firewalls, Netscreen-208 and Nortel VPN gateway, Cisco PIX, etc.
- Coordinated and completed LAN, NTP, VoIP, WLAN, and MPLS upgrade projects for the Campus Kronberg.
- Developed and maintained network documentation (Visio) for DNS, routers, and firewalls.
- Coordinated WAN connectivity projects for new client branch offices.
- Monitored network performance, including status checks, regular performance and load testing, and documentation.
- Coordinated with external providers like Deutsche Telekom, Colt, BT, AT&T, and QSC for trouble tickets and user helpdesk support.
- Supported antivirus ePO VirusScan, system maintenance, and software updates.
- Provided level 2 and 3 support in ticketing systems such as Peregrine Service Center, BMC Remedy (ITSP, ITSM, ITGM), etc.
- Experienced in change management systems – Remedy ITSP and Peregrine.
Mar 2007 - Mar 2007
1 monthKlagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria
L2 Network Support – NOC
addIT a Siemens Company
- Installed, configured, and documented DMZs, WANs, LANs, and VPNs.
- Provided TAC3 (3rd level) support.
- Administered Cisco network components.
Nov 2005 - Sep 2006
11 monthsFrankfurt, Germany
Network Administration and End-user Support – TIS
Credit Suisse
- Provided network administration and support services for LAN/WAN.
- Administered, monitored, and reported on the client's active and passive network environment.
- Handled installation, cabling, configuration, troubleshooting, and solution implementation within the client's network environment.
- Provided telephone support, troubleshooting, and 1st and 2nd level support.
- Enhanced and maintained network documentation using Visio and Inventor.
- Installed, configured, expanded, and administered Cisco routers and switches.
- Managed and created RSA SecurID REMAX user access tokens on ACE/Server for Windows NT v4.1.03.
- Monitored Netscreen firewalls using Juniper Networks Netscreen Security Manager (NSM).
- Collaborated with providers such as Deutsche Telekom, Colt, IPC, Etrali, BT, and DeTeWe, especially in ordering and coordinating fault resolution for data and voice lines.
- Coordinated and successfully completed projects such as replacing the Lucent Ascend Remote Access Router MAX 6000 (REMAX) gateway in Frankfurt; migrating WAN links from Frame Relay to MPLS technology for the CS Private Banking business; providing network support during the transition from Nokia to Netscreen firewalls; replacing SNA gateways with IP technology for Deutsche Börse; migrating DKV SNI circuits to IP technology for the Princeton connection to Deutsche Börse; installing and supporting the network for a new production data center; and assisting in the design and installation of the network for the new Credit Suisse building.
- Conducted network monitoring and adjustments using Spectrum.
- Managed DNS host registration using VitalQIP version 6.0.
- Handled network and voice issue resolution using the Problem Management System Remedy - Action Request System version 5.01.
- Managed change processes using Remedy - Action Request System version 6.03.
Dec 2004 - Nov 2005
1 yearKronberg, Germany
Administration of Cisco Components – ATIS - SysSec
Accenture Dienstleistungen GmbH
- Administered Cisco routers and security systems.
- Created and maintained network documentation (Visio) for DNS, routers, and firewalls.
- Coordinated WAN connection projects for new branches of several ATIS customers worldwide.
- Monitored network status, load, and performance; regularly performed and documented standard tests.
- Collaborated with service providers like Telekom, AT&T & Colt, coordinating trouble tickets and user helpdesk support.
- Performed IOS upgrades on various Cisco access switches and routers.
- Designed and implemented dynamic routing protocols (RIP & OSPF) with devices such as Cisco routers, PIX, and Netscreen firewalls.
- Supported ePO VirusScan system maintenance and software deployment.
- Familiar with monitoring systems like BigBrother, MRTG, SolarWinds, NetOP, Ethereal, and ticketing systems like Peregrine ServiceCenter, Remedy, etc.
Jun 2004 - Present
21 years 8 monthsAltenstadt, Germany
External Network Administrator
External Network Administrator
- Installed, configured, maintained and expanded LAN/WAN, DSL, WLAN, routers, Windows operating systems (Win XP, Win 2000), Windows Office package, user accounts, email, Outlook, application software, fax servers, UPS software, antivirus programs, printers, etc.
- Installed T-DSL internet connections; worked with several ADSL routers from Netgear, Belkin, Billion, Linksys, AVM and Siemens, etc.
- Designed and installed wireless LAN (WLAN) between two branches over 600m apart using Linksys routers and access points.
Jun 2002 - Jun 2004
2 years 1 monthFrankfurt, Germany
Network Engineer – ICT Department
Finansbank (Holland) N.V.
- Supported, optimized and enhanced Cisco-based networks (WAN, LAN, VLAN, TCP/IP, firewalls, NT, Windows 2000); analyzed and resolved system issues.
- Monitored networks, checking status, utilization and performance; performed regular standard tests and documented results.
- Collaborated with external service providers, coordinating during outages and installations.
- Built and expanded networks; created configurations, conducted acceptance tests and documentation, and handled backups and restores.
Aug 2001 - Nov 2001
4 monthsSulzbach, Germany
Intern – TBN_EXT - Operator in the NMC – IP Group
Arcor AG & Co.
- Prepared for Cisco network certification exams (CCNA & CCNP), performed router configurations and practical network exercises on six Cisco routers.
- Monitored IP backbone and LAN connections after network outages; worked with network applications such as databases, trouble ticket tools, the Spektrum network management system, and server environments on Linux/Unix and WinNT.
Jul 2001 - Jan 2002
7 monthsOberursel, Germany
Training for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Part 2
Dimension Data
- Seminars: Network Certification (CCNA & CCNP).
- Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (TRN-ICND) – CCNA.
- Building Scalable Cisco Networks (TRN-BSCN) – Routing.
- Workshop on Routing protocols: RIP, IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF & BGP.
- Building Cisco Multilayer Switching Networks (TRN-BCMSN) – Switching.
- Workshop on Multicast, Multilayer Switching, VLAN & Trunking, etc.
- Building Cisco Remote Access Networks (TRN-BCRAN) – Remote Access.
- Workshop on WAN protocols: PPP, ISDN, DDR, Frame Relay & X.25; NAT & PAT.
- Cisco Internetworking Troubleshooting (TRN-CIT) – Support.
- Workshop on Internetworking Troubleshooting.
Feb 2001 - Jul 2001
6 monthsFrankfurt, Germany
Advanced training for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Part 1
Deutsche Angestellten-Akademie
- IT & PC basics, database fundamentals, operating system level with Win98, Windows NT & Win 2K, basic network engineering, LAN, TCP/IP, internetworking, ISDN.
Mar 1996 - Sep 2000
4 years 7 monthsKarben, Germany
Engineering Manager and Quality Manager
ROCKFORD Engineering Services (RES) GmbH
- Testing, measuring and certifying a wide range of ISM & IT products in the field of EMC/EMI, product safety and telecommunications.
- International approvals for electrical devices for CE marking, FCC, UL, TÜV etc.
- Preparation of test reports and test certificates.
- Development of test plans and procedures according to CISPR, IEC, VDE, EN & FCC standards.
- Setting up a test lab for conducted and radiated emissions, ESD, EFT/B, surge, immunity testing and independently running the EMC test lab.
- Designing and building a 10m open-area test site with a remote-controlled 2.5m turntable.
- Implementation and execution of a quality management system.
- Contributing to the preparation for the accreditation certificate according to DIN EN 45001.
- Customer consulting and project management including technical support for product development.
- Calibration of the open-area test site and maintenance of test instrument calibration records.
- Experience handling various test and measurement instruments such as EMC receivers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, electrostatic discharge (ESD), electrical fast transient/burst (EFT/B), surge and product safety testers.
Apr 1993 - Jun 1995
2 years 3 monthsKarben, Germany
Engineering Manager and Quality Manager
ROCKFORD Engineering Services (RES) GmbH
- Testing, measuring and certifying a wide range of ISM & IT products in the field of EMC/EMI, product safety and telecommunications.
- International approvals for electrical devices for CE marking, FCC, UL, TÜV etc.
- Preparation of test reports and test certificates.
- Development of test plans and procedures according to CISPR, IEC, VDE, EN & FCC standards.
- Setting up a test lab for conducted and radiated emissions, ESD, EFT/B, surge, immunity testing and independently running the EMC test lab.
- Designing and building a 10m open-area test site with a remote-controlled 2.5m turntable.
- Implementation and execution of a quality management system.
- Contributing to the preparation for the accreditation certificate according to DIN EN 45001.
- Customer consulting and project management including technical support for product development.
- Calibration of the open-area test site and maintenance of test instrument calibration records.
- Experience handling various test and measurement instruments such as EMC receivers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, electrostatic discharge (ESD), electrical fast transient/burst (EFT/B), surge and product safety testers.
Nov 1992 - Mar 1993
5 monthsOberursel, Germany
Sales Manager
Keck und Klassik
- Support and customer consulting, preparing quotes and invoices.
- Developing a customer database and a product database.
- Aligning customer requirements with the offered products and their quality during customer meetings.
Jun 1988 - Jan 1992
3 years 8 monthsBengaluru, India
Research & Development Engineer
VXL Instruments Pvt. Ltd.
- Carried out a project on video display terminal type: VM 2620 compatible with DEC VT 220.
- Developed a motherboard for the terminal described above using an 8-bit Z-80 microprocessor and the Z-80 family of peripherals such as DART, CTC and PIO. The CRT was controlled by an Advanced Video Display Controller and Attribute Controller.
- Developed test equipment to test the motherboard and terminal connections.
- Created a user manual and service manual for the VM 2620 terminal.
- Trained production staff and service technicians.
- Developed ruggedized terminals type VM 1016 R3 & VM 1055 R2 for military and industrial use.
- Team lead.
Jun 1987 - Jul 1988
1 year 2 monthsBengaluru, India
Apprenticeship as a graduate trainee
Bharat Electronics Ltd.
- Work on the 4KW system and modules of ISB (3 to 25MHz) radio transmitters used for military communication systems.
- Testing the above systems.
- Work on a microprocessor-controlled TIDEX (Time Division Modular Telephone Exchange).
- Developed a test instrument to check the power supply of the TIDEX system.
- Testing the TIDEX system modules (Processor Switch Unit, Subscriber Unit, Operator Console and power supply).
Mar 1987 - Jun 1987
4 monthsBengaluru, India
Service Engineer
General Computers
- Installing and maintaining computers, monitors, keyboards and printers.
- Repairing power supplies, motherboards, monitors and keyboards.
- Software installations.
- Customer service and telephone-based online support for customers.
Skills
- Comprehensive Experience In Designing, Planning, And Executing Infrastructure Upgrades, Data Center Migrations, And Wan Migrations.
- Skilled In Installing, Configuring, And Managing Active Network Components In Lan, Man, And Wan (Layer 1-7), Including Network Security, Firewalls, Vlans, And Wlans.
- Expertise In Designing And Supporting Lan/wan Networks, Programming, In-service Tuning, And Managing Lan And Wan Systems.
- Providing 2nd And 3rd Level Support.
- Proficient With Products From Cisco, Nortel/avaya, Dell, 3com, Ibm, Hp, Compaq, Juniper (Netscreen), Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Riverbed/steelhead, Polycom, Surface Hub, And Mac.
- Solid Knowledge Of Internet Protocols And Related Service Standards, Client-server Architecture, And Various Networking Technologies.
- Extensive Experience With Technologies Like Token-ring, Ethernet, Mpls, Vpn, Isdn, Xdsl, Smtp, Http, Ras, Netbios, Netbeui, Ftp, Telnet, Dhcp, Dns, Wins, And Routing Protocols Such As Rip, Hsrp, Vrrp, Glbp, Igrp, Eigrp, Ospf, Is-is, Bgp, Mpls, Ipsec, Gre, And Ssl.
- Operating Systems: Ms-dos, All Windows Operating Systems (Client And Server) From Windows 3.1 To Windows 11 – Admin Skills, Basic Unix/linux Knowledge.
- Ms Office: Word, Works, Excel, Access, Visio, Outlook, Onenote, Ms Project, Ms Teams, O365, G2m, Globalprotect Vpn, Zscaler Proxy, Etc.
Languages
German
NativeHindi
NativeUrdu
NativeEnglish
AdvancedEducation
Oct 1982 - Jun 1986
Bangalore University
Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics · Electrical Engineering, Electronics · Bengaluru, India
Certifications & licenses
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise
Cisco Certified Specialist (Enterprise Advance Infrastructure Implementation)
Cisco Certified Specialist (Enterprise Core)
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