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Suleman Ahmed

DevOps Engineer

Islamabad, Pakistan
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Results-driven professional with over 16 years of hands-on experience as a System / Network Administrator combined with more than 2x years as a DevOps Engineer in the banking sector. Proven expertise in managing bare-metal servers, cloud infrastructure, and optimizing system performance to drive operational excellence. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that align with business goals.

Careers

DevOps Engineer

Teresol

Full time contract03/2022 - 08/2023
  1. Successfully migrated legacy systems to Kubernetes-based architecture, deploying microservices and web applications for improved scalability and reliability.
  2. Led the implementation of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, automating software builds, tests, and deployments, reducing release cycles.
  3. Established Docker registries and created custom images to streamline application deployments and reduce overhead.
  4. Implemented infrastructure as code using Terraform, reducing provisioning time by 50% and ensuring consistent environments across AWS services.
  5. Orchestrated container networking with Kubernetes, facilitating seamless inter-container communications across multiple nodes.
  6. Collaborated with SRE teams to establish incident management processes, improve service level objectives, and enhance system resilience.
  7. Maintained high availability of critical applications and services, achieving a 99.9% uptime rate through proactive monitoring and debugging.
  8. Managed and maintained a complex network infrastructure, optimizing performance, security, and uptime.
  9. Designed and executed disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity during critical incidents.
  10. Provided technical support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring user satisfaction.
  11. Configured and managed WHM/cPanel environments, facilitating efficient website hosting and management.
System / Network Administrator

Askari Airport Services

Full time contract01/2006 - 11/2021
  1. Played a pivotal role in installation and configuration activities, ensuring optimal performance of network and system infrastructure.
  2. Managed the installation and upgrading of essential software on on-premises virtual machines (VMs) to maintain system efficiency and security.
  3. Monitored VMs to ensure continuous uptime, promptly addressing any issues to minimize downtime and disruptions.
  4. Executed VM upgrades and patch updates, staying up-to-date with the latest industry developments to enhance system stability.
  5. Configured alerts for real-time monitoring of VM performance, enabling swift response to potential issues and ensuring seamless operations.
  6. Successfully installed and maintained Kafka clusters, contributing to streamlined data processing and communication within the organization.
  7. Demonstrated proficiency in SSL certification installation and updates, enhancing data security across the network.
  8. Collaborated with the DevOps team to automate infrastructure setup, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced manual interventions.
  9. Implemented resource management and monitoring methods and tools, optimizing resource allocation and utilization.
  10. Administered system access and resources, ensuring compliance with security protocols and minimizing unauthorized access.
  11. Played a key role in the resolution of production incidents, employing a strategic approach to troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly.
  12. Led efforts to identify risks and problems, contributing to the development of mitigation plans and proactive problem-solving strategies.
  13. Fostered collaboration with cross-functional teams to brainstorm innovative solutions for complex infrastructure, security, and development challenges.

Education

Fauji Foundation

Eletronics

12/1999 - 11/2002Associate DegreeClass of 2002
Skills
Server-side LessDevOpsNetwork management
ExperienceDirector-level8+ years
Hourly rate$30/hr
Open to
remote

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