Muhammad Saqib

Seasoned network infrastructure specialist with a decade of hands-on experience in architecting, deploying, and managing high-performance, multi-vendor networks for ISPs and data centers. Proven track record in designing scalable IP/MPLS backbones, integrating Tier 1 upstream providers, and optimizing core routing using BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS protocols. Expert in Juniper MX and SRX platforms, Cisco IOS XR/Nexus, MikroTik RouterOS, and Fortinet security appliances. Adept at leading network migrations, enforcing security and compliance standards, and mentoring cross-functional teams in 24/7 mission-critical environments. Skilled in capacity planning, redundancy design, network automation, and end-to-end service delivery across core, edge, and access layers.

• Juniper routers: MX-Series (MX240, MX480, MX960, MX204, MX304, MX104)
• Juniper switches: EX-Series (EX2200, EX2300, EX3200, EX3400, EX4200, EX4300, EX4400, EX8216), QFX Series (QFX5100, QFX5110, QFX5120)
• Juniper Firewalls: SRX Series (SRX100, SRX240, SRX320, SRX345, SRX3600, SRX1500, SRX4100, SRX5400)
• Cisco Routers: NCS-540, IOS XR Series
• Cisco switches: Catalyst series (4948, 4500, 3560, and others), Nexus series (3064, 9318, 3K/5K/6K/9K)
• MikroTik: Routers (CCR2116, CCR2216 and others), Switches (CRS328, SwOS series)
• HP: 1910, 1920, 5800, MSR930 Switches and other models
• Dell: S5232F, S4048, M9116N and other models
• Fortinet FortiGate: 40F, 60F, 100F, 200E, 401E
• Extreme Networks: X460G2 and other models
• Oring: IGS-9042GP and similar rugged switches
• Ubiquiti: AirFiber, Rocket M5, PowerBeam (M series & AC), UniFi APs, EdgeSwitches
• Mimosa: Wireless APs and backhaul radios

• ISP Network Architecture & Operations
  Design, deployment, and maintenance of high-capacity, multi-vendor ISP networks exceeding 100G traffic.
• Routing Protocols & Core Networking
  Deep understanding of BGP, OSPF, ISIS, and static routing across Cisco IOS XR, Juniper MX-Series, and MikroTik platforms.
• Enterprise & Service Provider Switching
  Proficient with Layer 2/3 switching using Juniper EX/QFX, Cisco Catalyst/Nexus, MikroTik SwOS, HP, Dell, and Extreme switches.
• Firewall & Security Platforms
  Extensive hands-on experience with Juniper SRX (all models), Fortinet FortiGate (40F–401E), and basic traffic filtering/DDoS mitigation.
• Access Network & FTTH Deployment
  Integration and management of Huawei OLTs, GPON provisioning, ONU profiles, and last-mile service delivery.
• Wireless & Backhaul Solutions
  Installation and tuning of Ubiquiti airFiber, Rocket M5, PowerBeam, Mimosa radios, and UBNT UniFi access points.
• Platform & Vendor Diversity Management
  Skilled in managing, upgrading, and troubleshooting mixed hardware environments including Cisco, Juniper, MikroTik, Fortinet, Dell, HP, Oring, UBNT, and more.
• Network Monitoring & Diagnostics
  Use of Cacti, LibreNMS, Smokeping, syslog, SNMP traps, and flow analysis for proactive monitoring and incident resolution.
• Redundancy & High Availability
  Implementation of RSTP, link aggregation, dual-homing, and failover techniques in access and core layers.
• IPv4/IPv6 Address Planning & Management
  Planning subnets for large-scale customer and internal networks with public/private addressing, NAT, and route filtering.
• Customer Support & SLA Management
  Ensuring service reliability, low latency, and high uptime while coordinating with upstream providers and NOC teams.
• Training & Mentorship
  Coaching interns and junior engineers in routing, switching, and network operations center (NOC) procedures.

• Juniper Cert id : JPR00343919
• Juniper Networks Certified Professional, Data Center (JNCIP-DC)
• Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Data Center (JNCIA-DC)
• Juniper Networks Certified Professional, Enterprise Routing, and Switching (JNCIP-ENT)
• Juniper Networks Certified Specialist, Enterprise Routing, and Switching (JNCIS-ENT)
• Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Junos (JNCIA-Junos)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional - Enterprise
• MikroTik Certified Network Associate

Reliance Broadband – Network Administrator

August 2024

• Implemented Juniper MX-204 as a core router with 40G uplink to a Tier 1 upstream ISP.
• Managed downstream rollout using Cisco C9396PX switches for reseller and panel-based customer segmentation.
• Oversaw end-to-end design, NAT/PAT configuration, service migration, and deployment tasks.

WayLink Pvt Ltd – Network Administrator 

July 2023

• Deployed Juniper MX-204 as the core router and integrated it with Tier 1 upstream ISP at 100G connectivity.
• Provisioned downstream infrastructure for reseller and panel customers via Huawei S6730 switch.
• Responsible for network design, PAT, service migration, and overall project implementation.

Homenet Pvt Ltd – Network Consultant

January 2022

• Led the deployment of Cisco NCS-540 as the core router, integrated with upstream Tier 1 ISP at 100G capacity.
• Configured downstream switching for panel/reseller clients using Cisco Nexus 3064PQ.
• Played a key role in network architecture planning, PAT configuration, service transition, and live migration.

• Network Infrastructure & Routing

Expertise in routing protocols: OSPF, IS-IS, BGP (iBGP/eBGP), MPLS (L2/L3 VPNs) with RSVP and LDP

Proficient in IP/MPLS core network design and troubleshooting

Strong grip on GRE Tunnels, Multicast, and QoS

IPv4/IPv6 planning, subnetting, and address management

Advanced skills in network performance optimization, high availability, and load balancing

• Switching & Layer 2 Technologies

VLAN, VTP, STP, RSTP, RTG, VRRP, HSRP, VPC, MC-LAG

Proficient in switch configuration, troubleshooting, and automation

• Firewall & Security

Hands-on with Juniper SRX, Fortinet, and Cisco firewalls

Configuration of NAT, PAT, IPSec VPN, SSL VPN, AppSecure, UTM, IPS, IDP

Access control via ACLs, TACACS+, AAA (SBR server)

• Monitoring & Management Tools

xpertise in Grafana, Zabbix, LibreNMS, Cacti, MRTG, SolarWinds, NSMxpress

Experience with Unimus for configuration backups and management

Strong in SNMP monitoring, Syslog, traffic analysis, and alerting

• Virtualization & Server Management

Proficient in VMware ESXi, Proxmox VE – VM deployment, performance tuning

Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Linux administration

Backup, recovery planning, and disaster recovery operations

• Cloud & VOIP Technologies

Working knowledge of cloud networking, WAN technologies, VoIP systems, and SIP

Integration of hybrid cloud and on-premise solutions

• Platforms & Operating Systems

Experience with: Juniper (JUNOS), Cisco IOS, Fortinet OS, HP, H3C, Dell Networking OS

Fluent in Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS) and basic Bash scripting for automation

• Project & Communication Skills

Effective project management, documentation (Visio), and RCA reporting

Strong interpersonal and team-building skills

Excellent in presentation, written communication, and stakeholder engagement