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Sohail Ahmad

Copenhagen,84

Summary

Dynamic telecommunications professional with over 10 years of experience in telecom projects. Demonstrated leadership capabilities, mentored a team of 7 members for SKI project, and well-versed in managing small teams. Expertise in designing, validating, and implementing robust IP/MPLS, SD-WAN, and cyber security solutions. Proven track record in troubleshooting and problem-solving during project implementation, ensuring secure and efficient network environments for high-profile customers.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Network Implementation Engineer

Global Connect
11.2021 - Current
  • Engaged in public projects, collaborating with Danish Municipalities and State customers. Actively engaged in high-level design.
  • Designed, validated, and implemented IP/MPLS, EPL, and SD-WAN based services.
  • Expertise in BGP, MPLS, firewalls, SD-WAN (Versa Networks), and cyber security for Cisco and Juniper equipment.
  • Deep understanding of BGP, IBGP, OSPF routing protocols.
  • Knowledge of Arista routers and switches.
  • Experience with Cisco routers/switches: ASR, ISR, Nexus 5K, 7K, 6K, 9K, 3540, 3850.
  • Practical exposure in supporting and maintaining SD-WAN infrastructure.
  • WAN Communications (MPLS/GRE Tunneling).
  • Knowledge of working with Telco carriers in the delivery and maintenance of MPLS/Internet circuits.

Fiber Rollout Engineer

Viktech
12.2020 - 11.2021

I worked in a team of fiber rollout technicians for the “TDC DONG Fibernet “project

• My responsibilities were: Resolve, repair and install fiber optics systems and ensure that they work properly

• Examine and replace faulty and old fiber optic cables and also organize scheduled maintenance routines

• Take care of fiber splicing and rectify fiber optic problem areas

• Keep track of the signal strength of different devices such as television, telephone to provide adequate performance

Installation Engineer

CIBICOM
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Provided indoor and outdoor network coverage solutions for Telia, Telenor, Hi3G, and TDC.
  • Installation, up-gradation, and swapping for Nokia 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G ready.
  • Commissioned FSME, FSMF, and Airscale system modules.
  • Mounted power cabinets, rack assembly, installed power cables, FTTA, radio modules, jumper cables, and P2P microwave link installation.

Site Supervisor

Ericsson
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Supervised civil works, performed on-site surveys, worked with network design, installation, commissioning, and integration.
  • Ensured Ericsson and ASP personnel delivered services in accordance with Ericsson quality and OHS standards.
  • Secured installation and commissioning, enforced quality and OHS assurance, led and delegated site work, handled ASP staff, and performed site surveys.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Linköping
Sweden

Skills

  • Switching and Routing
  • IP/MPLS
  • SD-WAN
  • Fortinet
  • Cyber Security

Certification

Network Security Expert Leve 3, Fortinet

Languages

Danish
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Senior Network Implementation Engineer

Global Connect
11.2021 - Current

Fiber Rollout Engineer

Viktech
12.2020 - 11.2021

Site Supervisor

Ericsson
03.2020 - 11.2020

Installation Engineer

CIBICOM
10.2018 - 03.2019

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Linköping
Sohail Ahmad