Mohammed Akhtar Shaikh

(backed by FinTech Company - RIYADH, KSA)

• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget constraints.
• Managed installation, upgrade and deployment projects and provided on-site direction for network engineers.
• Implemented security measures to protect sensitive data from potential threats or unauthorized access.
• Developed network and system architecture according to business needs.
• Engineered architecture and infrastructure for 200+ Users.
• Provided current best practices and third-party solution alternatives when necessary for functional design documentation.
• Reduced operational costs through implementation of automated processes and tools.

This 3rd Party entity doing Software/Application Developments for all products of FinTech Group - Riyadh, KSA

I am responsible to setup a complete new On-Prem DataCenter IT Infrastructure for FinTech - Riyadh KSA, as per Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency ( SAMA ) FrameWork Guidelines, in its INDIA Office @ Hyderabad, having IT Infra setup for 200+ Developers OnSite+Remote Users;

On-Prem DataCentre & Cloud Infra built setup ready with

FireWall FortiNET FG-200F Setup & Configuration

VMWare @ (DELL PowerEdge Server R750 XS)

GCP Cloud

Endpoint Security (Seqrite)

Active Directory (Windows Server)

SIEM using WAZUH on Linux Server

JIRA / Slack / BitBucket CI/CD

And did complete 3rd Party Cyber Security Assessment with External Auditor : Network Intelligence - INDIA/KSA Team

Overseas Project Assigned :

On-Site : FinTech Company - RIYADH, KSA

Visited Riyadh - KSA in JUNE ' 2024

Upgradation of IT Infrastructure to fulfill compliance with SAMA.

Patch/Upgrade Execution Planning

Windows Server OS upgrade from Win Server 2012 to Win Server 2022 for

AD / Exchange / Application Servers (Windows)

DR Site Solutions & Testing

Oracle Cloud : OCI VMs - Linux

Endpoint Security Kaspersky)

OS/Application Patch Management

Vulnerability identified by SIEM tool LogRythem to be fixed.

Planning & Budget ROI preparation for

VMWare migration to Nutanix Architecture

Working with IT Security Operation Team Support on all its Cyber Security tool version upgrade and implementation with its Partner Support, working on various tools.

• Engineered architecture and infrastructure for 500+ In house Users and auto scalable to handle 10K Concurrent Users Web Traffic.
• Directed complete IT Infra of Company of INDIA and all Overseas site of approx. 350+ Servers/VM.
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget constraints.
• Mentored junior team members to foster professional growth and enhance team capabilities.
• Oversaw development and maintenance of organization computer systems and intranet.
• Managed installation, upgrade and deployment projects and provided on-site direction for network engineers.
• Implemented security measures to protect sensitive data from potential threats or unauthorized access.
• Managed vendor relationships for technology procurement, ensuring cost-effective solutions aligned with business needs.

Lead Projects & Achievement :

• In year 2018 : Migrated IT infra complete 20+ Baremetal Server Hosted at IBM SoftLayer Datacenters to AWS Cloud and built 3 tier Cloud Environment for Enterprise Ecommerce business platform to handle 10K Concurrent User Traffic.
• In year 2022 : Migrated and Build DR site of same to Google GCP Cloud
• Done ISO IT Audit Process to achieve ISO-270001 Certification of Company.
• Got 400K+ USD Credits from AWS & GCP partner during migration and DR setup with dedicated team with NO Cost.

• Developed project management roadmap to define project objectives, timelines and milestones.
• Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
• Led and managed staff of 50+ team members engaged in administering complex IT infrastructure.
• Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
• Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
• Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
• Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
• Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.

Project for Client : Ferns N Petals Pvt Ltd.

Built & Created Hosted Baremetal Servers 20 Nos @ IBM Software DataCentre - US Region

Installed & deployed complete Ecommerce OpenSource ERP Frontend/Backend Application and DataBase Server for Client Website https://www.fnp.com

Ubuntu Servers / MySQL Server / AKAMAI CDN etc.

• Managed cross-functional teams to ensure efficient allocation of resources and successful project completion.
• Managed various IT projects to meet deadlines and customer requirements.
• Implemented best practices to drive quality IT project delivery.
• Developed and introduced IT strategies to improve operational efficiency.

Projects for Client : State Bank of India (SBI)

Team working on SBI's ATM IOT Devices installation projects, that covers 1000+ ATM of all over Tier2&3 City of INIDA, that used for physical and intrusion based CCTV Digital Surveillance connected to the main Monitoring WAR Room of SBI's ATM Ops Team;

SBI's ATM HelpDesk Android Application built that used by SBI's Supervisor to raise any complaints related ATM Service Downfall and raise Ticket# for Support and Tracking.

• Enhanced system efficiency by implementing strategic IT projects and streamlining processes. Managing and provides IT Support for 300+ on-prem and on-site remote users.
• Mentored junior team members in best practices for software development, project management, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Improved data integrity by designing efficient database structures and implementing rigorous backup procedures.
• Provided expert technical support, resolving complex issues promptly while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

• Streamlined IT support processes for increased efficiency, reducing ticket resolution times and improving user satisfaction.
• Optimized server infrastructure through virtualization technologies, significantly reducing hardware costs while maintaining high performance levels.
• Analyzed network security and current infrastructure, assessing areas in need of improvement.
• Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
• Led team of technicians in providing top-notch end-user support, fostering positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.

• Managing Datacenter of 200+ Servers and accountable for schedule backup and routine transactions check activity from 3rd party Client NSDL & CDSL DEMAT Depository. It's critical and confidential task on Clients Securities Shares depository data.
• Used ServiceDesk Ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests and maintain its SLA/TAT.
• Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.
• Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
• Monitored system performance to identify potential issues.
• Maintained servers and systems to keep networks fully operational during peak periods.
• Removed malware, ransomware, and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.