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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Naeem Karim

Deputy Manager Network Services
Mirpurkhas,Pakistan
Naeem Karim

Summary

With over 10 years of experience in the oil and gas (IT/OT) industry, my expertise lies in designing, implementing, and auditing complex IT/OT infrastructure, including network data centers, LAN/WAN, IP telephony, VHF, CCTV and VSAT networks.

I have a strong background in risk assessment, management, and execution within multiple advanced IT/OT projects, consistently meeting deadlines.

My proficiency extends to planning, auditing, troubleshooting, and implementing IT/OT infrastructure and networks.

Additionally, I specialize in designing radio links.

One of my greatest strengths is my ability to make quick decisions and troubleshoot effectively during crises.

I am a self-motivated team player who consistently delivers successful results.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
7
Certifications

Work History

United Energy Pakistan

Deputy Manger Network Services
03.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Assist in managing and optimizing IT & OT network infrastructure approx. over 300 nodes, including communication towers and data centers.
  • Supervise team providing guidance and overseeing daily network operations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align network services with business and operational requirements.
  • Lead and support network design and implementation projects to ensure scalability and performance optimization.
  • Coordinate with external vendors for procurement, maintenance, and service contracts.
  • Implement and enforce network security protocols to safeguard sensitive data and protect against cyber threats.
  • Ensure HSE compliance with Oil and gas industry regulations and maintain detailed documentation of operational procedures.
  • Manage and optimize network service costs, including maintenance, upgrades, and vendor contracts.
  • Provide regular reports on network performance, security incidents, and project progress to senior management.
  • Coordinate and manage technical aspects of engineering projects, including design, development, and execution.
  • Assist in budgeting, cost control, and project resource management.
  • Monitor project progress, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.

United Energy Pakistan

Telecom Analyst
11.2015 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Lead management and delivery of complex IT/OT infrastructure and network projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to industry standards.
  • Oversee implementation and maintenance of OT/IT security systems to ensure protection of critical assets and data.
  • Conduct network and system audits, publishing comprehensive reports to stakeholders for continuous improvement.
  • Organize and conduct daily project meetings to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Administer Cisco ASA and Firepower firewalls, ensuring robust network security and performance.
  • Implement IT/OT risk management processes, identifying and mitigating potential threats to operations.
  • Manage and deliver video conferencing and IP voice services, ensuring seamless communication across platforms.
  • Oversee Access Management & Emergency Head Count System (RFID), ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance.
  • Deliver and maintain VHF communication services to ensure reliable operational support.
  • Manage vendor relationships, ensuring efficient procurement, service delivery, and cost control.
  • Provide support in designing and optimizing LAN/WAN networks to meet organizational needs.
  • Lead delivery of Satellite and VHF communication services to rigs, ensuring continuous connectivity.
  • Oversee Wellhead/RTU radio link system management to support remote monitoring and control operations.
  • Implement AI-based CCTV systems to enhance security and operational monitoring across facilities.
  • Ensure all day-to-day operations are conducted in compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards.
  • Actively participate in HSE compliance events, including Hazard Hunts, Safe-Cards, and Safety Observation Conversations (SOC).

United Energy Pakistan

Rig Telecom Engr
08.2013 - 11.2015

Job overview

  • Manage IT Operations: Oversee day-to-day IT operations at rigs, ensuring seamless functioning of critical systems, including Halliburton's Open Well Operation Reporting software.
  • Satellite Communications: Manage C and KU band satellite VSAT systems, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted connectivity for remote operations.
  • Audit and Risk Management: Circulate detailed audit and risk reports to stakeholders, identifying potential vulnerabilities and ensuring that corrective actions are taken promptly.
  • Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely delivery of services and products. Maintain up-to-date HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) training records for all vendors in compliance with industry regulations.

COMSTAR ISA

System Support Engr
08.2012 - 07.2013

Job overview

  • Design and implement LAN / WAN networks.
  • Design and implement S.C.P.C (Single Channel per Carrier) and IDirect VSAT on different multinational oil field companies (Schlumberger Weatherford, ENI, Halliburton, etc.)
  • Provide system support to many Multinational Banking sectors (Barclay, standard Chartered, etc.)
  • Deployed RF point-to-point radio links on multiple ISM band radio bridges.

Education

Dawood College of Engineering And Technology
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

B.E from Electronic
03.2008 - 03.2012

University Overview

Skills

Complex Network / Infrastructure Design

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Design & implement (Access Management & Emergency head count system) by using RFID.
  • Design and implementation of complex industrial IP CCTV system
  • Design, Implement, Manage Yah-Click Satellite communication on multiple Rigs & EPF facilities.
  • Design and implementation of announcement system
    Design and execute of Video Conference system.
  • Implementation of Network Monitoring System (SolarWinds) for PLC / HMI and wellhead networks
  • Upgradation of Data center
    Design and install predictive analysis by utilizing real-time monitoring of Gas compressors.
    Installation of AI based surveillance system.
    Upgradation of PLC / HMI systems (workstations and servers)
    Upgradation of gas chromatograph network
  • Design and install Cisco ASA and firepower firewalls.
    VHF Frequency Migration on Motorola DR 3000 (137 MHz to 147 MHz band.)
    Installation AVAYA IP office
    Implementation of ESM2 in Waukesha generators
    Design and implemented Cisco Unified Wireless Network Architecture (CUWNA)

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Spot Recognition Award | Aug-2023
  • The award is being presented to recognize my outstanding efforts clean the RFID machines using available lens cleaning solution, which resulted in cost savings of about Rs. 3.07 million
  • Spot Recognition Award | Jan-2022
  • Predictive analysis by utilizing real-time monitoring of Gas compressors.
  • Installation of an AI based surveillance system.
  • Upgradation of PLC and HMI systems (workstations and servers)
  • Upgrade of gas chromatograph
  • Spot Recognition Award | Sep-2021
  • Recognize your contributions for making our 10] anniversary celebrations a success.
  • Spot Recognition Award | Sep-2018
  • Developing RFID system development at Naimat Complex including camps and Plants
  • Spot Recognition Award | Mar-2016
  • successfully completed the VHF frequency Migration.
  • Best Employee of the Month Award | April-2013
  • Successfully completed the LAN and VSAT network Bank Islami Pakistan

Certification

Network Administration

Timeline

Deputy Manger Network Services
United Energy Pakistan
03.2024 - Current
Telecom Analyst
United Energy Pakistan
11.2015 - 02.2024
Rig Telecom Engr
United Energy Pakistan
08.2013 - 11.2015
System Support Engr
COMSTAR ISA
08.2012 - 07.2013
Dawood College of Engineering And Technology
B.E from Electronic
03.2008 - 03.2012
Network Administration
Networking Foundations: Wide Area Networks (WANs)
CCNA Training
CWNA Training
CCNP Training (Routing, Switching, and Troubleshooting)
FPGA Based Digital System Designing using Verilog
Advanced professional certification in HSE from MUET

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