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M Faisal - C2C- Infrastructure Engineer / System Engineer / Netbackup / InfoScale / Data Protection / Linux - System Engineer

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Location: South Windsor, Connecticut, USA

Relocation: Remote

Visa: H1B

Muhammad Faisal [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/muhammdfaysal/ south Windsor, Connecticut USA Data Protection | Veritas NetBackup | InfoScale | Enterprise Vault | Flex Appliances |Storage Management | NetApp | Linux | Solaris | Windows PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Experienced Infrastructure Engineer with deep expertise in designing and optimizing enterprise-level IT architectures. Over 19 years of success in data protection, high availability, and disaster recovery across global environments. Proven ability to drive infrastructure strategy, lead end-to-end implementation projects, and deliver scalable solutions that align with business objectives. Known for creating resilient, efficient IT ecosystems and addressing complex infrastructure challenges to ensure robust business continuity and system performance. TECHNICAL SKILLS: Infrastructure: Project initiatives, including system design, planning, installation, configuration,upgrades, and troubleshooting. Operating Systems: RHEL 7/8/9, CentOS 7/, Solaris 9/10/11, Ubuntu, Windows 2k/2k3/2k8, 2k12,2k16,2k19 & 2k22. Database: Oracle, SQL, and Exchange cluster Installation using Infscale VMware: Installation, configuration, and management of ESXi hosts and vCenter Server Veritas NetBackup: Architect and implement backup solution, including clustered and SAN environments, utilizing Oracle, SQL, and Exchange with file servers Backup. Veritas InfoScale: Design and deploy high-availability and disaster recovery solutions. Veritas Flex Appliance: Installation, configuration, and management for optimized backup solutions. Hardware: IBM Xseries Servers, NetApp Storage Ontap, Tape Library SL8500 Troubleshooting: critical system issues, perform detailed problem analysis, and optimize performance through tuning and configuration adjustments. WORK EXPERIENCE: Systems Management Consulting System and Data Protection Engineer Oct 2024 Current Working as System and Data Protection Engineer for enterprise clients in multiple domains. Major responsibilities include: Implementation of NetBackup, Oracle, SQL and Exchange on High availability with Disaster recovery strategies to protect critical data and systems using Veritas InfoScale. Design backup/recovery strategies with NetBackup and Manage backup infrastructure (servers, storage). Implement and support data loss prevention tools. Implement data archiving with Enterprise Vault with Configure policies, schedules, and retention. Installation & configuration of new hardware (Servers, Tape library, San etc.) Install and configure Linux operating systems (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Debian) on physical servers and virtual machines. Install and configure Windows Server operating systems (e.g., Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2) on physical servers and virtual machines. Install and configure virtualization software, such as VMware vSphere, vCenter, Microsoft Hyper-V, or KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine). Manage Active Directory, including user accounts, groups, organizational units (OUs), and group policies. Configure and maintain server roles such as DNS, DHCP, File. Configure system services, network settings, storage, and security policies according to organizational requirements. Troubleshoot and resolve issue related data protection Implement backup and disaster recovery. Data Excellence Senior Information Management Consultant March 2022 to Sep 2024 As a Senior Consultant, I provide expert technical support and solutions for Veritas, VMware, and NetApp systems. I lead infrastructure projects, manage system deployments, and troubleshoot critical issues. My focus includes designing Veritas solutions, optimizing VMware environments, and conducting Proof of Concepts (POCs) for clients while ensuring system performance and capacity planning. Lead infrastructure support and project initiatives, encompassing system design, planning, installation, configuration, upgrades, and troubleshooting. Provide strategic consultancy in designing and implementing Veritas solutions (InfoScale, NetBackup, NetBackup Flex Appliance, Enterprise Vault) across Solaris, Linux, and Windows environments Architect NetBackup, Oracle, SQL, and Exchange deployments in clustered and SAN environments using Veritas InfoScale Design and implement comprehensive archiving solutions for emails, files, and other data types using Enterprise Vault Install, configure, and manage VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts and vCenter Server Execute routine VMware tasks such as provisioning, configuration, and resource allocation Monitor system performance and conduct capacity planning for optimal resource utilization Develop and conduct Proof of Concepts (POCs) and demonstrations tailored to client requirements Oversee installation and configuration of new hardware and software (NetBackup Appliances, Servers, Tape Libraries, SANs, etc.) Troubleshoot critical issues, perform problem analysis, and conduct performance tuning Liaise with vendor support for business-critical issues and coordinate with account managers as needed Projects in Data Excellence (In the order of occurrence) Client Product Role Bank Al Fransi (Project 1) Veritas InfoScale Deployed Cluster, High Availability, DR with VVR Veritas NetBackup Design and Deployment Cluster NetBackup Veritas volume Replicator Deployment Volume Replicator across multiple sites Global Cluster option Deployment GCO on multiple sites DEEM/SDAIA Veritas InfoScale with NetBackup Resident engineer Bank Al Fransi (Project 2) Veritas InfoScale Rebuilt NetBackup cluster from a single node to a multi node Al-Nagi Group Veritas NetBackup Design and Deployment Veritas NetBackup across multiple sites, leveraging AIR Tape Library Configuration with NetBackup Al-Saadeddin Veritas NetBackup Technical Lead Design and Deployment of Flex Appliance, Configured backups NetBackup Flex Appliance 5250 Saudi Commission for Health Specialties Enterprise Vault 14.1 Demo, Design NIC (Nation Information Center) Veritas InfoScale Health Check activity Veritas NetBackup Consultancy ABM Info Tech (Pvt) Ltd. Senior Technical Consultant May 2010 Feb 2022 Responsibilities in Veritas solutions (NetBackup, InfoScale, Backup Exec) across Solaris, Linux, and Windows, with expertise in VMware infrastructure management and storage setups. I have led large-scale deployments, including multi-site NetBackup and Veritas Enterprise Vault, and provide strategic technical support and swift issue resolution for enterprise clients. Expert in installing, configuring, and supporting Veritas suite (NetBackup, NetBackup Appliances, Backup Exec, InfoScale) across Solaris, Linux & Windows environments Skilled in deploying NetBackup, Oracle, SQL, and Exchange in clustered and SAN environments using InfoScale Proficient in managing VMware infrastructure: installing and configuring ESXi, vCenter, and vSphere Adept at VM lifecycle management: creation, OS installation, and custom configuration per client needs Experienced in setting up new hardware: servers, tape libraries, and SANs Strategic in configuring diverse storage devices for efficient backup and critical data restoration Proven track record in building and conducting Veritas solution POCs and demonstrations First responder for high-severity technical issues, ensuring swift resolution Client Product Role Turk Telecom at Turkey (Veritas Consultant) Veritas InfoScale Resident Engineer (Deployment and resoved complex system issue UNIX & Windows) Veritas Netbackup Resident Engineer (Deployment and resoved complex system issue UNIX & Windows) Hamza Sugar Mil NetApp appliance E5560 FC Storage Install and provisioning 10TB Central Bank of Nigeria (Symantec Consultant) Veritas InfoScale Deployed Cluster, High Availability, DR with VVR Veritas NetBackup Design and Deployment Cluster Netbackup Veritas volume Replicator Deployment Volume Replicator across multiple sites Globale Cluster option Deployment GCO on multiple sites Inbox Pakistan Veritas Backup Exec 2016 Deployment and configured with AD, Exchange, Oracle, Tapes Library Warid (Telecom) Veritas Netbackup Deployment, upgrade and configuration 1000+ clients Veritas InfoScale upgrade & configuration Mobilink (Telecom) Veritas Netbackup upgrade & configuration Netapp appliance Install and provisioning PEL Backup Exec Install and configuration Abacus Consulting Network Administrator May 2008 Sep 2010 As a Network Administrator, my role was to provide configuring, maintaining and upgrading in house servers. Installing and integrating new server hardware and applications. Keeping an eye out for needed updates and manage inventory. Make assessment plans for all IT department needs Purchase all IT equipment related to IT department Administration all servers including file server, email server, internet server, gateway Create up-to-date backups of all files and folders stored on file server for any DR Manage all IT inventory in terms of Hardware, Software, Network and consumables Manage contacts with computer vendors and ensure that they provide quality service ABM Info Tech (Pvt) Ltd. System Engineer May 2005 April 2008 I launched my career at ABM InfoTech, a Symantec Platinum Partner in Pakistan, as a System Engineer. In this foundational role, I provided comprehensive support across the Symantec, Windows, and IBM portfolios. Windows Server (2008, 2003, 2000) DHCP, DNS, Active Directory Services (ADS), Hyper-V Extended support to workstation operating systems IBM X-Series Server deployments Configured advanced RAID setups (0, 1, 5, 6) for optimal performance and redundancy Focus on Windows and IBM server administration and troubleshooting Setup across IBM workstations, desktops, and ThinkPad laptops Certifications Certification Authority Title Vmware VSP MO (Management Operation 2017) Veritas & Symantec Symantec NetBackup 7.5 for Unix Symantec NetBackup 7.5 for Windows Veritas Storage Foundation & HA Solutions 6.0 for Win Veritas Cluster Server 6.0_Unix Storage Foundation 6.1 for Unix Symantec NetBackup 7.0 for UNIX Symantec NetBackup 7.0 for Windows Oracle Oracle Certified Professional, Oracle Solaris 10 System Administrator IBM (XW0001) Servicing XSeries Servers Part 1 & 2 (XW2001R200) Servicing System X Servers Part 1 & 2 NetApp NS0-051 NASP Sales Accreditation ONTAP Sales Professional Education & Credentials Bachelor of Computer Science Virtual University of Pakistan Keywords: active directory information technology fibre channel Alabama Missouri