Muhammad Adeel Ahmed

Muhammad Adeel Ahmed Siddiqui
Jeddah, KSA

Email: [email protected]
Mobile: +966 507171610 / +92 3452806280
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/adeel-siddiqui-97b5638

Objective

To secure a challenging position in a dynamic organization that offers opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Professional Summary

Over 19 years of IT experience across various industries including FMCG consumer goods, banking and IT
More than 11 years of team lead and managerial experience, managing 24/7 IT operations teams, core databases, operating systems, and backup teams.
Collaborated with Management, project teams, and stakeholders to set objectives, plan projects, and achieve goals.
Experience in infrastructure revamping including hands-on creation of disaster recovery sites.
Over 15 years of administration experience for Linux and Unix OS (AIX & SUSE Linux) along with backups and storages.
SAP Basis Administrator with hands-on experience in SAP HANA upgrades.
Work Experience:

Binzagr Company (Jeddah, KSA) | IT Infrastructure Lead | Jun 13 to Date(FMCG  Distribution Company)

Working as IT Infrastructure Lead for Unix & Linux, Storage, Backups, VMware and managing operations team. Also managing Data Center, SAP Basis, and Core Application Systems.

Data Center Administration:

Responsibilities: Design, set up, and manage IT Datacenter, monitor and evaluate servers, conduct physical repairs.

Servers Administration (SUSE Linux, IBM AIX):

Responsibilities: Install and configure AIX, SUSE Linux, perform post-installation tasks, manage user accounts and permissions, implement security policies, apply updates and patches, monitor system logs, manage file systems, implement security measures, handle SAN switches & zoning, monitor performance, maintain documentation, address audit and compliance.

VMWare Virtualization Administration:

Responsibilities: Create and manage VMs, optimize performance and resource allocation, manage snapshots, allocate system resources, set up backup and disaster recovery, test recovery procedures, maintain documentation, troubleshoot issues, manage licenses.

Backup Administration:

Responsibilities: Implement and manage backup & Replication solutions using IBM Tivoli TSM, Veeam, monitor backup jobs, ensure data integrity, perform regular backup tests, troubleshoot backup issues, maintain documentation for backup procedures, and ensure compliance with data protection policies.

Storage & Data Domain:

Responsibilities: Handle EMC and IBM storages (VNX5200, VNX5400, Unity Unisphere), configure RAID setups, SAN switches and zoning,  provision storage LUNs, install and integrate EMC Data Domain 6300, configure Data Domain for performance, manage storage pools, implement retention policies, configure replication, implement disaster recovery, monitor health and performance, integrate with Veeam, prepare documentation (Audit, Project Management Plan, Functional Specification, Weekly Status Report, User Acceptance Testing Plan, Deployment Plan, RFC).

SAP BASIS Administration:

Responsibilities: Install and upgrade SAP systems, maintain SAP landscapes, administer user accounts and access controls, manage SAP clients and transport system, monitor performance, implement backup and recovery, perform database administration, execute kernel upgrades, enforce security policies, manage digital certificates, troubleshoot spool requests and RFC connections, use monitoring tools, plan system upgrades and migrations, administer SAP HANA databases, apply SAP Notes and patches, maintain documentation.

Dubai Islamic Bank | Manager, Infrastructure Applications |  Oct 2009 to Jun 2013

Successfully managed the implementation of core banking and other applications on IBM P series servers at the Disaster Recovery site in June 2012.
Orchestrated the process of change requests in the production system.
Managed hardware and software on IBM P series (Power5 and Power6) servers, including OS installations (versions 5.3 and 6.1) and patch handling.
Implemented security measures on AIX servers and worked with DLPARS IBM Virtualization Technology.
Administered the Storage Area Network, including DS4300, DS3500, and DS5020 systems.
Monitored servers daily, assessed performance, and addressed any errors.
NIB Bank Ltd | Unix & IT Operation Manager | Jun 08 – to OCT 09

·         Worked on Storage Area Network DS4800, ensuring optimal performance and resource allocation.

·         Administered and managed hardware and software on P590 IBM servers.

·         Successfully deployed IBM P Series (P590) servers at both primary and Disaster Recovery (DR) sites.

·         Played a key role in setting up the core banking application infrastructure.

·         Led a 24/7 operations team, overseeing daily tasks, including backups and ensuring seamless operational functionality.

·         Implemented robust change request procedures and efficiently handled incident reports.

·         Administered the Banking application Temenos T24, contributing to its smooth functioning and efficiency.

IBM Pakistan | AIX System Administrator |Dec 07- Jun 08

·         Administered IBM Windows server and AIX servers P series (P570 and P550) for a pivotal project at Habib Bank Ltd.

·         Provided crucial support for corporate applications, ensuring their seamless operation.

·         Led the daily operations and a dedicated operations team, overseeing their tasks and responsibilities.

·         Managed backups to guarantee data integrity and availability.

·         Oversaw User Acceptance Testing (UAT) servers to facilitate testing processes.

·         Managed storage on SAN DS4800, optimizing resource allocation for enhanced performance.

·         Supported server hardware and software, ensuring the efficiency of corporate applications.

·         Implemented patches and maintenance levels (ML’s) for AIX and Windows servers to keep systems up-to-date and secure.

·         Monitored system performance, employing proactive measures for optimal functionality.

Unilever Pakistan Limited (UPL) | AIX and LAN Administrator | May 2005 to Dec 2007

·         Administered AIX servers (RS/6000) and managed the MFG/PRO application at Unilever’s Head Office.

·         Ensured data integrity through meticulous backup maintenance.

·         Oversaw User Acceptance Testing (UAT) server for efficient testing processes.

·         Managed LAN at the Head Office and across all regions of Pakistan.

·         Collaborated with and negotiated with vendors for hardware procurement.

Qualification

·         2011       Master’s in business administration (Muhammad Ali Jinnah University)

·         2005       BS in Computer Engineering (Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi)

·         2000       Intermediate (Government College Formen Nazimabad Karachi)

·         1998       Matriculation (St Jude’s High School, Karachi)

Courses & Workshops

·         IBM Virtualization Training (VIOS)

·         IBM AIX Training Track AU14

·         Attended training for TSM administration.

·         Attended Course on IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL)