Faraz Aslam
IT Professional
Nairobi,047
Summary
Currently an employee at DTB Kenya, in the position of an IT Security analyst with proficiency in online security research, planning, execution, and maintenance. Skilled at training internal users on security procedures and preventative measures.
Initially joined as Desktop Support and Data center infrastructure officer
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Security Analyst
Diamond Trust Bank AFRICA
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2021 - Current
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
IT Infrastructure Specialist - IBM
Diamond Trust Bank AFRICA
Nairobi, Nairobi
04.2014 - 01.2021
- Identified and immediately resolved issues with Servers, including windows and linux redhat enviroments
- Prioritized simultaneous projects to perform effectively under shifting deadlines in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with engineering to report issues, manage project deliverables and provide status reports.
- Conducted security assessments and made recommendations for disaster recovery, remote access, network appliances, servers and directory services security.
- Analyzed and defined network requirements, optimization and support for projects.
- Worked closely with customers to identify business needs, including costs and benefits of implementing computing solutions.
- Prepared operational reports, including trouble resolution and analysis, project status, equipment and network requirements.
- Monitored the Datacenter
- Applied deployment best practices and proper security protocols in network management.
- Identified means to reduce and control expenses by conducting cost, schedule and contract performance analysis and improving resource allocation.
- Worked with sustaining engineering teams to investigate and resolve software and hardware defects.
- Oversaw development and maintenance of computer systems, server upgrades and operating systems.
- Managed application patches, data backup, security changes and network configuration and replaced boards, changed servers and loaded and tested software applications.
- Technically supported project planning team for development and implementation of proposals and solutions to address hardware and software problems and network emergencies.
- Collaborated on network development, implementation, and maintenance of routers, switches, firewalls and NAC and WAN optimization.
- Led team development and assisted in all project management coordination.
- Maintained company servers, computers, printers, cables and other equipment.
- Supported data center power and cooling infrastructure and consistently applied critical facility operational best practices.
- Developed strategies, budgets and deployment plans to inform and influence management and stakeholders.
Workshop Supervisor
Sunworld Safaris Ltd
Nairobi, Nairobi
04.2011 - 09.2013
- Controlled costs by effectively managing supplies and labor hours.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
- Evaluated production levels, quality standards and maintenance actions to identify and address operational problems and maintain targets.
- Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving .
- Arranged beneficial deals with suppliers for materials to stay within budget limitations.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Meticulously tracked all parts and equipment used on each job site.
- Handled all issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
Education
No Degree - ICT Technology
DALC Education Center
Nairobi 01.2013 - 10.2015
Skills
Developing security plans
References
Davinder Choda,
Director,
Sunworld Safaris Ltd.
Mobile Phone: +254728111492
Imran Sumra
Founder and CEO
Finsense Africa
Mobile Phone: +254 721 529 020
E-mail Address: isumra@finsense-africa.com
Nizar Tundai
General Manager and Head of ICT
Diamond Trust Bank Kenya Limited
Mobile Phone: +254 734 708 484
E-mail Address: ntundai@dtbafrica.com
Timeline
IT Security Analyst
Diamond Trust Bank AFRICA
01.2021 - Current
IT Infrastructure Specialist - IBM
Diamond Trust Bank AFRICA
04.2014 - 01.2021
No Degree - ICT Technology
DALC Education Center
01.2013 - 10.2015
Workshop Supervisor
Sunworld Safaris Ltd
04.2011 - 09.2013
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