IMTEYAZ AHMAD

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Empowering Global Telecom & Data Center Transformation

PROFILE SUMMARY:
23+ years of proven leadership orchestrating complex data center initiatives for industry giants like Air-
tel, Verizon, BT, Orange, Singtel, AT&T, DST, STC, Capitaland and Omantel and other large enterprise
customers. A Trained & Certified architect with CDCP, CDCDP, CISA, TOGAF 9.2, and numerous industry
accolades, I excel in designing, planning, and executing high-impact migrations and infrastructure
projects, delivering quantifiable results that improve efficiency, uptime, and cost savings.

 Data Center Design & Migration: Led 10+ major migrations, ensuring 99.99% up-
time and 20% downtime reduction while delivering for leading telecom providers.
 Cloud Migration Champion: Orchestrated 5+ large-scale cloud migrations, enhancing secu-
rity, reducing operational costs by 15%, and ensuring seamless transitions.
 Network Optimization Powerhouse: Managed and optimized complex networks for global
clients, resulting in a 30% performance increase (Huawei AR3200 series, Huawei S9700 se-
ries) and 25% faster troubleshooting. Pioneered the implementation of advanced Quality of
Service (QoS) mechanisms using Huawei routers and switches (Huawei AR2200 series,
Huawei CloudEngine 6800 series), delivering superior network performance and user expe-
rience compared to traditional Cisco and Juniper deployments
 Vendor Collaboration Maestro: Successfully collaborated with 20+ vendors, guaranteeing
cost-effective and timely project delivery for data center deployments and migrations.
 Dynamic Leadership: Led cross-functional teams of 15+ engineers, fostered collabora-
tion, and effectively communicated to diverse stakeholders.
 20% reduction in data center construction costs: Led optimized designs for a .5 million SQFT.
data center, achieving significant cost savings while exceeding performance requirements.
 35% faster time-to-market: Streamlined design and approval processes, enabling clients to
launch data centers 35% faster on average.
 0 critical incidents in client data centers: Implemented robust security and backup solutions,
ensuring consistent uptime and zero data breaches for clients.

EXPERTISE
 Data Center Design & Architecture: Power & cooling, structured cabling, physical security,
fallback & recovery systems, virtualization, microservices, containerization.
 Global Standards & Compliance: BICSI, CCCA, ISO, IEEE, TIA, NECA, ONVIF, CSIA, The Green
Grid.
 Project Management & Strategy: Develop data center roadmaps, RFPs, process automation,
technology asset management.
 Collaboration & Communication: Lead cross-functional teams, consult with world-leading
telecommunications companies.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
Data Center Strategy & Roadmap:

 Increased data center ROI by 20%: Developed and implemented a data center consolidation
strategy, reducing operational costs and optimizing resource utilization.
 Accelerated cloud migration by 35%: Defined a hybrid cloud roadmap aligning with business
objectives, enabling faster migration and improved scalability.
 Enhanced disaster recovery readiness: Led the development of a comprehensive disaster re-
covery plan, minimizing downtime and protecting critical data.

Automated Process & Asset Management:

 Boosted operational efficiency by 15%: Implemented an automated technology asset man-

agement system, streamlining workflow and reducing manual tasks.
 Eliminated human error in critical processes: Automating key data center processes, such as
temperature monitoring and power management, minimized risk and improved reliability.
 Delivered real-time data insights: Developed reporting dashboards to provide stakeholders
with clear visibility into data center performance and resource utilization.

Data Center Design & Specification:

 Delivered a 20% cost reduction: Designed and built a highly efficient data center, exceeding
performance requirements while achieving significant cost savings.
 Reduced data center footprint by 30%: Optimized space utilization through innovative design
practices, leading to a smaller and more manageable facility.
 Ensured Tier 4 compliance: Spearheaded the design and construction of a Tier 4 data cen-
ter, exceeding industry standards for uptime and resilience.

Large Outcome-Based RFPs:

 Secured high-value contracts through impactful RFPs: Developed winning RFPs that accu-
rately addressed client needs and showcased innovative solutions, leading to successful
project wins.
 Increased RFP win rate by 25%: Implemented a data-driven RFP development process, ensur-
ing proposals resonated with client requirements and exceeded expectations.
 Collaborated with stakeholders to exceed client expectations: Led cross-functional teams to
develop comprehensive RFPs exceeding client specifications and securing long-term partner-
ships.

Technical Expertise:

 Optimized data center power consumption by 10%: Implemented energy-efficient cooling

and power management solutions, reducing environmental impact and operational costs.
 Improved network performance by 20%: Upgraded network infrastructure and implemented
high-availability solutions, enhancing data transfer speeds and minimizing downtime.
 Enhanced physical security with innovative solutions: Implemented multi-layered security
measures, including biometric access control and video surveillance, ensuring data and infra-
 structure protection.

Cloud & Virtualization:

 Migrated 50% of workloads to the cloud: Led the transition from on-premises infrastructure
to a hybrid cloud environment, increasing agility and scalability.
 Reduced hardware footprint by 40%: Architected and implemented virtualized server envi-
ronments, maximizing resource utilization and minimizing physical hardware requirements.
 Empowered DevOps with containerization: Integrated containerized technologies to foster
rapid application development and deployment, improving responsiveness and efficiency.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
CLOUD TECHNOLOGIES AND PLATFORM:
COMPUTE:
 Google Compute Engine (GCE), Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Google App Engine, Google Cloud
Functions, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS), Amazon Elastic
Beanstalk, AWS Lambda, Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure App
Service, Azure Functions
STORAGE:
 Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, Cloud Spanner, Cloud Filestore, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon
Relational Database Service (RDS), Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Elastic Block Store (EBS), Azure Blob
Storage, Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Disk Storage
NETWORKING:
 Google Cloud Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Google Load Balancing, Google Cloud DNS, Amazon Virtual
Private Cloud (VPC), Amazon Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), Amazon Route 53, Azure Virtual Network
(VNet), Azure Load Balancer, Azure DNS
MANAGEMENT & MONITORING:
 Google Cloud Stackdriver, Google Cloud Monitoring, Google Cloud Logging, Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon
CloudTrail, Amazon CloudFormation, Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure Resource Manager
ORCHESTRATION TOOLS:
 Ansible, Terraform, Kubernetes, Chef, OpenStack, CloudBolt, Morpheus, Cloudify, Microsoft Azure
Automation, AWS CloudFormation, Google Cloud Deployment Manager
MACHINE LEARNING:
 Cloud AI Platform, TensorFlow on Google Cloud, BigQuery ML, Amazon SageMaker, Amazon Rekognition,
Amazon Polly, Azure Machine Learning, Azure Cognitive Services, Azure Databricks
DATA ANALYTICS:
 BigQuery, Dataproc, Dataflow Amazon Redshift, Amazon EMR, Amazon Kinesis Azure Synapse Analytics,
Azure HDInsight, Azure Data Factory
SECURITY:
 Google Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM), Google Cloud Security Command Center (Cloud
SCC), Google Cloud Armor, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS CloudTrail, AWS Shield
Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Azure Security Center, Azure DDoS Protection.

 Java se , Servlet ,JSP, JSF , Ejb 3.0 ,

 JDBC, JPA , RMI, JAX-WS , JAX-RPC, SAX ,DOM , JAXB,
 Oracle Fusion Middleware, XML, XSD, WSDL, XSL, XQUERY, SOAP Web services, RESTful Web Services
OPERATING SYSTEM:
 Windows XX, Sun Solaris, Red Hat Linux.
ENTERPRISE SECURITY TOOLS:
 FOX-IT/ Lightware Data Diode, Palo Alto PA-500/2020/3060, Fortigate, FortiAnalyzer, FortiWiFi,
 FortiAP, FortiDB, and FortiManager, Fortimail, FortiCleint, FortiMobile,FOrti SandBox; ISP Load
balancing & Bandwidth Aggregation on Fortigate, Failover on Fortigate Firewall ( Active/Standby &
Active/Active), Cisco PIX /ASA Firewall & Cisco VPN Concentrator , Cisco MARS 50 , Cisco Device
Security, IPSec, VPNs, AAA Model (RADIUS and TACACS), NAT and Access Lists, IOS Firewall, DMZ
setups, CBAC, DoS and common threats prevention , Failover on ASA Firewall ( Active/Standby &
Active/Active), Cisco Secure ACS Server, Cisco ezvpn, Site to Site VPN, Remote Access VPN, Symantec
Mail Security 8360 hardware appliance, QRADAR/ArcSight, NetWitness, Encase, FTK, Nessus, eEye,
McAfee ePO, McAfee HIPS (Entercept), McAfee IntruShield , McAfee Network Security Manager
system ,SNORT, Cisco ASA, Cisco Security Manager, MS TMG Forefront/ ISA Server, Checkpoint NG,
Fortinet fortigate, Sonicwall, Juniper Netscreen, Backtrack, Ecora Enterprise, Retina, nMap, ISS
Scanner, AppDetective, LANalyzer, SAINT, kismet, GFI LanGuard, Paros Proxy, Dsniff etc.
IDM/IAM/PAM
 Centrify, CA identity suite, Saviynt, RadiantLogic
VDS,SiteMinder,Cyberark,Sailpoint,Okta,Ping,Forgerock,MIM, Azure AD,
HIGH AVAILABILITY TOOLS:
 Cisco, Barracuda, Citrix, Radware, F5, Veritas, VCS, Sun Cluster, MS Cluster.
DRP/BCP/BACKUP TOOLS:
 PlateSpin Forge, Symantec VERITAS Net backup/Backup Executive, Acronis, Doubletake, VMWare.
NETWORK MONITORING & MANAGEMENT:
 HP OpenView, Cisco works, Cisco QPM, CISCO NAM, Dell OpenManage, Solarwinds, OP Manager, GFI
LAN Guard, NETPRO Change Auditor
ANTIVIRUS:
 Macafee, Windows Defender ATP, Sophos, Symantec Norton Anti Virus, Trend Micro, AVG, Avast,
Panda Software etc.
ROUTERS & SWITCHES:
 CISCO ROUTER 1800, 2600, 2800, 7200, 7600, Huawei NE40 Series, Huawei NE40E series, Huawei
NetEngine series, Huawei AR2200 series, Huawei AR3200 series, Huawei NE9000 series,
 CISCO CATALYST CE500, 2900, 3500, 3700, 4500, 6500, Huawei S5720-LI series, Huawei CloudEngine
8800 series, Huawei CloudEngine 6800 series, Huawei S12700 series, Huawei S2300 Series ,Huawei
S3300 Series ,Huawei S5300 Series, Huawei Quidway Series ETC
SERVERS & STORAGE SOLUTIONS:
 Dell , HP, IBM, Super Micro, SUN, Netapps
PROGRAMMING & DATABASE:
 VB6, C, COBOL, Oracle, MS SQL, FoxPro, Dbase, Filemaker pro.
MAIL SERVER:
 MS Exchange 5.5/2000/2003/2007, Lotus Domino Server, MDaemon Server, Symantec AV for
Exchange, Anti-Spam using DNS Blacklists, White lists & Keywords, GFI Mail Essentials & Mail Security
Products,
DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:
 Documentum, Laserfiche, EB Suite, MS Portal Server, Docusign
ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE & MODELLING TOOLS:
 Orbus Infinity, ADOIT, Aris, Archi, MS Visio, Sparx, Abacus, Mega, Bizzdesign, LeanIX , alfabet, SAP Power
designer, IBM-System Architect, iServer, CASEWISE, Troux etc.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT:
 MS PROJECT 2007/10/Oracle Primavera

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Sr. Data Center Architect – Technavious Solutions, JAN 2021 –DEC 2023
  Delivered a multi-million-dollar data center migration, reducing energy consumption by 25% and
increasing server utilization by 18% for Qatargas.
 Migrated 1000+ workloads to the cloud for Syngenta, achieving a 20% cost reduction and en-
hanced data security.
 Increased network capacity by 50% for Capitaland while minimizing downtime during critical peri-
ods.
 Led data center and operational strategy development for leading telecommunications companies
like Verizon and Bharti Airtel.
 Spearheaded design and build of a highly efficient .5 million SQFT. data center, achieving 20% cost
reduction without compromising performance.
 Streamlined design and approval processes, enabling 35% faster time-to-market for client data cen-
ter projects.
 Designed and implemented a disaster recovery solution for Mercator, ensuring business continuity.
 Built a new data center infrastructure for Capitaland, significantly improving scalability, perfor-
mance, and reducing maintenance costs.
 Partnered with vendors to deploy a new network management system for Capitaland, enhancing
network visibility and troubleshooting efficiency.
 Authored comprehensive RFPs exceeding client expectations, leading to successful project wins.
 Managed design, architecture, and assessment of Tier 3+ and Tier 4 data centers exceeding .5 mil-
lion square feet.
 Spearheaded compliance with global standards, enabling smooth operations and avoiding regula-
tory issues.
 Developed data center strategies and roadmaps aligning with client needs, maximizing efficiency
and scalability.
 Implemented automated processes and optimized technology asset management, reducing opera-
tional costs by 15%.
 Collaborated with cross-functional teams (engineering, construction, IT) to build and deliver innova-
tive and sustainable data center solutions.

Enterprise Infrastructure Architect – Qatargas Ltd Mar 2018 –Aug 2022

 Led the migration of critical workloads from on-premises data centers to cloud environments,
resulting in annual cost savings of $500,000.
 Implemented network optimization strategies, resulting in a $1 million annual reduction in
infrastructure costs.
 Successfully reduced network infrastructure costs by 20% through the strategic adoption of Huawei
routers and switches, leveraging their competitive pricing and feature parity with Cisco and Juniper
offerings.
 Upgraded and replaced enterprise core networking components, leading to a 50% improvement in
system reliability and scalability.
 Led the design and architecture of 20000 SQFT data center facilities, ensuring alignment with
business goals and technical requirements.
 Conducted thorough assessments of existing data center infrastructure to identify areas for
improvement and optimization.
 Collaborated with stakeholders to develop data center strategies and roadmaps, incorporating
emerging technologies and industry trends.
 Managed the implementation of data center projects, including hardware procurement,
installation, and configuration.
 Oversaw the deployment of virtualization technologies to optimize resource utilization and enhance
scalability.
 Implemented monitoring and management tools to ensure the reliability and availability of data
center services.
  Provided technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of
continuous learning and development.

SR. DATA CENTER & MANAGED SERVICES CONSULTANT, INDIAN CONSULTANCY SERVICES, MAY 2010 –
FEB 2018(INDIA, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA)
Responsibility includes:

 Streamlined network deployment across geographically dispersed locations by leveraging Huawei's

extensive global support network, ensuring consistent performance and reliability across diverse
environments.
 Consulted and provided expertise to renowned telecommunications companies, including Verizon,
Bharti Airtel, Orange, BT, DSTCOM, STC and OMANTEL.
 Advised clients on data center design best practices, including power distribution, cooling systems,
and physical security measures.
 Conducted site surveys and assessments to evaluate the suitability of existing facilities for data cen-
ter deployment.
 Developed detailed design documents, including floor plans, rack layouts, and equipment specifica-
tions.
 Collaborated with vendors and contractors to procure hardware and equipment, ensuring compli-
ance with project requirements and budget constraints.
 Provided ongoing support and maintenance for deployed data center infrastructure, troubleshoot-
ing issues and implementing corrective actions as needed.

DGM (Data Center & Managed Services), Bharti Airtel Enterprise Services Ltd Sept 2008 –Apr 2010
 Pioneered the implementation of advanced Quality of Service (QoS) mechanisms using Huawei
routers and switches, delivering superior network performance and user experience compared to
traditional Cisco and Juniper deployments.
 Responsible for driving Data Center & Managed Services Business Unit, developing, architecting and
launching the IDC and Managed Services products, solutions and services.
 Developing business offering models, Business strategy,
 Building partnership with global leaders in IDC, managed IT services, managed IT security services.
 Engage & understand clients business challenges and translate them into IT solution and articulate
them into AES solution value proposition.
 Overseeing sales performance and conducting market research and devising effective sales
strategies to identify and maximize opportunities for increased efficiency and profitability.
 Organizing, administering, reviewing & evaluating the work of subordinates, Measuring
Performance and auditing each project, each individual in the team and over all company
performance against annual and long-term quality company objective,
 Conducting training for Presales and Sales team on DC/DR, Managed Services and other critical
challenges of enterprise customers.

Sr. IT Consultant, Mohsin Haider Darwish LLC, Oman, Sept-2006 –Aug 2008
 Requirement analysis, planning, designing and implementation of secure, reliable, scalable and
efficient IT infrastructure.
 Server consolidation feasibility study, application suitability assessment, planning and
implementation.
 Data Center Capacity planning and designing of LAN and WAN networks according to the
customer’s specific needs.
  Data centre setup and Operational Capabilities Assessment.
 Unbiased evaluation of new software and hardware.
 Infrastructure and application architecture assessment, design and implementation for high
availability, scalability, performance and security.
 Providing Network Security by deploying UTM Firewalls, Anti-hacking and Intrusion prevention
/detection system/Software.
 Testing the security architecture to evaluate the security strengths and to detect possible threats.
 Costing all phases of projects and Preparing BOM/BOQ.
 Ensuring timely completions of all IT projects.

SME (IT Infrastructure) Lucent Technologies (AT&T) World Wide Services May
2003-August 2006
 Optimized network performance by 30% through the implementation of Huawei routers and
switches(Huawei NE40 Series ,Huawei S2300 Series ,Huawei S3300 Series ,Huawei S5300
Series ,Huawei AR Series, Huawei Quidway Series), leveraging their advanced hardware
capabilities and robust software features to meet stringent performance requirements.
 Providing Pre-Sales technical support to the marketing team of the Company.
 Consulting in the areas of networking with focus on security, quality of service, network
management and consolidation.
 Providing most complete and comprehensive Network security solution to small to big industries
and ministries from start to finish.
 Designing of LAN and WAN Networks according to the customer’s specific needs.
 Designing, developing, configuring, documenting and testing the base configuration of Cisco routers
and Catalyst Switches as per rule set and policy of clients and carrier for connectivity, security and
deployment.
 Configuring CISCO devices i.e. routers, firewalls, switches, and content delivery products
 Deployment of Network Management System for various large Banks, Telecom & ISP companies.
 Providing network security by deploying Firewalls, anti-hacking and Intrusion detection
system/software.
 Designing and implementing Campus Network using Cisco Catalyst switches and configuring
appropriate VLANS.
 Helping Technical lead to configure and deploy Network Monitoring and Management system.
 Leading Network and system engineers for installing & configuring Routers, various Advanced
Server and Network Infrastructure.

IT Executive, SKJ Group SDN BHD, July 2000–August 2003

 Keeping up-to-date of changes in technology and implementing new software
/Hardware/networking products into company.
 Planning and costing all phases of projects, then coordinating all associated activities and resources
from feasibility to implementation.
 Discussing the business needs and developing and implementing MRP& ERP.
 Trouble shooting and solving hardware, software and Network problems.
 Maintaining the access rules to data and other IT resources.
 Maintaining the security and confidentiality over the issuance and maintenance of authorized user
IDs and passwords.
 Testing the security architecture to evaluate the security strengths and to detect possible threats.
 Monitoring the information security violations and taking corrective action to ensure security
provided.
 Preparing and monitoring the information security awareness program for all employees, reviewing
and evaluating the information security policy and suggesting necessary changes to management.
  Participating in company governance, department/division and campus-related professional
activities

Technical Support Engineer, Nettech Solutions July 1996-July2000

 Troubleshooting Hardware/Software& networking Issues.
 Installing, configuring, testing, upgrading and administering software & enterprise system.
 Build Servers and Workstations including complete machines from empty boxes.

EDUCATION:
 MASTER OF SCIENCE -INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
 MBA LEVEL STUDIES IN RISK MANAGEMENT FROM UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
 MBA LEVEL STUDIES IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT FROM INIDIAN INSITITUTE OF MANAGAMENT
-BANGALORE
 MBA LEVEL STUDIES IN PERFORANCE MANAGEMENT/BALANCE SCORECARD MANAGEMENT
FROM PERFOMANCESOFT

Training & CERTIFICATION

 Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP)(Trained)

 Certified Data Centre Design Professional (CDCDP)(Trained)

 Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)

 TOGAF Certified Enterprise Architect (TOGAF 9.2)

 Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v3

 Project Management Professional (PMP).

 Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE 2000)

 Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

 Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

 Sun Solaris System Administration 8(I & II)

 Certified Information S Security Manager (CISM)

 Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

 Certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)