Hi, I am
Alireza Masoom

At the forefront of network engineering, with extensive experience at Informatics Services Corporation (ISC) in Tehran, Iran, I have consistently led teams and pioneered strategies to enhance network performance, security, and reliability. As the Director of the Network Department and Senior Network Engineer (Data Center Specialist), I have been responsible for designing and implementing cutting-edge network architectures, ensuring seamless integration with IT strategies, and managing critical network incidents with precision and expertise. My tenure includes roles that demanded acute troubleshooting skills, effective team organization, and strategic planning to fortify network infrastructures.

With a career that spans over a decade in various pivotal roles, I have honed my ability to tackle complex network challenges, reduce downtimes, and provide essential on-call support for critical networks. My approach is characterized by a commitment to industry standards, innovation, and a relentless drive to achieve excellence in every project I undertake. Whether orchestrating comprehensive network solutions or mentoring the next generation of network engineers, my focus remains on delivering unparalleled results and fostering a robust, secure digital environment.

Explore my professional journey and discover how my expertise can transform your network infrastructure for optimal performance and security.

About Me

Professional Summary: As a Cisco Network Engineer with over 15 years of extensive experience in data center operations, network systems, and security, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. I have a robust background in hyper scale data center design and deployments, as well as comprehensive experience in troubleshooting, analyzing, and solving complex network issues to ensure optimal performance.

Professional Experience: I have had the privilege of working for a renowned company in Iran, where I was responsible for traffic engineering and congestion management in LAN and data centers. My role encompassed the design and implementation of core networks and data centers, ensuring the highest standards of performance and reliability. My experience also extends to the network security field, where I have developed and implemented strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure.

Specialties:

  • Data Center Design & Engineering
  • Network Systems & Security
  • Traffic Engineering & Congestion Management
  • Infrastructure & Sustainability
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Research & Development (R&D)
  • Disaster Recovery


    • Technical Proficiency:

    Hardware
    Cisco ASR, Cisco 2921/3945,
    Cisco 4948E/3750X/3560X/2960, Cisco ASA, FWSM, IPS, MARS, Juniper SSG, Netscreen, SRX, Cisco 6509, NAM

    Software
    Cisco Prime LMS, Cisco Security Manager, IPS Manager Express, ASDM, Manage engine
    Firewall & Log analyzer, IP Switch Whatsup, Solarwinds, Secure ACS, Wireshark, PRTG,
    GNS3, EVE NG, VMware,

    Networking
    TCP/IP, GRE IPsec, VPC, GLBP, HSRP, NTP, Tacacs+, RADIUS, OSPF, VRF, BGP,

    Fabricpath, MSTP, VSS, VDC, FCoE, FC, ESXi Virtualization, QoS

    MORE INFO: alirmasoom@gmail.com

    Experience

    Director, Network Department and Senior Network Engineer(Data Center Specialist), Mar 2021 – Present - Informatics Services Corporation (ISC) – Tehran, Iran
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    Key Responsibilities:

    • Led and managed the network engineering team to achieve project goals and maintain network integrity.
    • Oversaw network architecture design, implementation, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
    • Developed and implemented strategic plans for network infrastructure enhancements and security improvements.
    • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to integrate network solutions with overall IT strategies.
    • Managed budgets, resources, and timelines for network projects.
    • Ensured compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
    • Provided mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities to team members.
    • Led the response to critical network incidents, ensuring swift resolution and stakeholder communication.

    Key Achievements:

    • Organized personnel into teams for improving overall operations in second-level support.
    • Participated in complex network troubleshooting incidents as a second-level support engineer.
    • Analyzed network-related single points of failure and proposed new designs to address problems.
    • Reduced network downtimes through prompt changes with time constraints in mind.
    • Analyzed reports from various operational networks and planned to address technical problems.
    • Provided on-call support for ISC customers' critical networks.

    Director - Network Engineer, Jan 2018 – Mar 2021
    Informatics Services Corporation (ISC) – Tehran, Iran
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    Key Responsibilities:

    • Organized personnel into teams to improve overall operations in the Network Operation Center (NOC).
    • Analyzed reports from various operational networks and planned to address technical problems.
    • Planned centralized monitoring and analysis to address network incidents.
    • Reduced response time to various network and security incidents as a member of the Incident Response Team.
    • Prepared weekly reports regarding the status of the networks under control.
    • Cooperated in response to various network security incidents.
    • Addressed network problems and challenges to the Design Department with recommendations for improvement.
    • Provided on-call support for ISC customers' critical networks.

    Key Achievements:

    • Enhanced the efficiency of the NOC through effective team organization.
    • Improved network incident response times, significantly reducing downtime.
    • Successfully addressed technical problems through thorough analysis and planning.
    • Provided critical support for network security incidents, ensuring swift resolution.
    • Developed and maintained comprehensive weekly network status reports.
    • Recommended and implemented design improvements to tackle network challenges.
    • Delivered reliable on-call support for critical networks.

    Senior Network Engineer, Sep 2011 – Jan 2018
    Informatics Services Corporation (ISC) – Tehran, Iran
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    Key Responsibilities:

    • Configured and monitored the Inter-Bank network (GRE-IPsec site-to-site VPN).
    • Addressed network problems and challenges, providing recommendations for improvement to the Design Department.
    • Proposed and implemented a centralized OOB management network for over 200 network and security devices.
    • Designed and implemented core banking data centers based on Cisco 6509 products.
    • Implemented firewalls for Internet Banking systems of major customers.
    • Monitored and managed the company campus area network routing, switching, and security infrastructure.
    • Provided network support for 100 network and security devices.
    • Applied network hardening best practices on Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
    • Managed multiple incidents related to core banking networks.
    • Documented various network configurations and troubleshooting steps.
    • Provided on-call support for ISC customers' critical networks.
    • Cooperated in the design process of three backup sites (hot standby sites).
    • Implemented and troubleshot a data center based on N7k family switches and unified fabric technologies.

    Key Achievements:

    • Successfully configured and monitored a critical inter-bank network, ensuring secure and reliable connections.
    • Developed and proposed solutions that enhanced the overall network design and performance.
    • Implemented a centralized management network, improving the efficiency of device management.
    • Designed robust data centers, contributing to the seamless operation of core banking systems.
    • Improved security measures for major customers' internet banking systems through effective firewall implementation.
    • Enhanced the reliability and security of campus area networks by applying industry best practices.
    • Played a critical role in managing core banking network incidents, ensuring minimal downtime.
    • Contributed to the design and implementation of backup sites, enhancing disaster recovery capabilities.

    Technical Instructor, MAY 2009 – September 2011
    Informatics Services Corporation (ISC) – Tehran, Iran
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    Key Responsibilities:

    • Configured and monitored the Inter-Bank network (GRE-IPsec site-to-site VPN).
    • Addressed network problems and challenges, providing recommendations for improvement to the Design Department.
    • Proposed and implemented a centralized OOB management network for over 200 network and security devices.
    • Designed and implemented core banking data centers based on Cisco 6509 products.
    • Implemented firewalls for Internet Banking systems of major customers.
    • Monitored and managed the company campus area network routing, switching, and security infrastructure.
    • Provided network support for 100 network and security devices.
    • Applied network hardening best practices on Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
    • Managed multiple incidents related to core banking networks.
    • Documented various network configurations and troubleshooting steps.
    • Provided on-call support for ISC customers' critical networks.
    • Cooperated in the design process of three backup sites (hot standby sites).
    • Implemented and troubleshot a data center based on N7k family switches and unified fabric technologies.

    Key Achievements:

    • Successfully configured and monitored a critical inter-bank network, ensuring secure and reliable connections.
    • Developed and proposed solutions that enhanced the overall network design and performance.
    • Implemented a centralized management network, improving the efficiency of device management.
    • Designed robust data centers, contributing to the seamless operation of core banking systems.
    • Improved security measures for major customers' internet banking systems through effective firewall implementation.
    • Enhanced the reliability and security of campus area networks by applying industry best practices.
    • Played a critical role in managing core banking network incidents, ensuring minimal downtime.
    • Contributed to the design and implementation of backup sites, enhancing disaster recovery capabilities.


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    Education

    Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch
    Bachelor's degree of Computer Hardware Engineering
    (1997 – 2002)

    Training
  • CCNP(Route & Switch)
  • CCNA
  • CCNA Security
  • Cisco Securing Network with ASA Fundamentals(SNAF)
  • Cisco Data Center Unified Fabric(DCUFI)
  • Cisco DCNI1(Certificate of completion)
  • VMware ESXi5 (Certificate of completion)
  • Linux LPIC1(Certificate of completion)
  • CCNP and CCIE Enterprise Core(ENCOR 350-401)

    • Skills

    Tools & Frameworks:

  • PRTG: Expertise in real-time network monitoring and management.
  • SolarWinds: Proficient in comprehensive IT infrastructure management.
  • ManageEngine: Skilled in integrated IT management solutions.
  • WhatsUp Gold: Experienced in network monitoring and mapping.
  • GNS3: Hands-on experience with network simulation.
  • EVE-NG: Adept in advanced network emulation.
  • VMware: Proficient in virtualization and cloud infrastructure.


    • Familiar with:
  • Software-defined networking (SDN): Understanding of SDN concepts, architectures, and implementation strategies.
  • Network automation tools: Familiarity with Ansible, Puppet, and Chef for streamlined network automation.
  • Cloud platforms: Experience with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud for hybrid network environments.
  • Network security tools: Knowledgeable in utilizing Snort, Suricata, and Wireshark for enhanced network security.
  • Scripting languages: Proficient in Python, Perl, and Bash for network automation and troubleshooting.
  • High-availability solutions: Implementing redundancy and failover mechanisms to ensure network uptime.

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