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Experienced Network Security and Infrastructure Professional with xx+ years of expertise in designing, implementing, and securing large-scale IIG/ISP backbone networks. Proven track record in cybersecurity operations, DDoS mitigation, threat detection using IDS/IPS, SIEM integration, and network automation.
Certified JNCIP-SP, CCNP, and multiple Cisco/Juniper specialist certifications. Expert in Juniper MX Series, MPLS, BGP security (RPKI, IRR), traffic analysis (NetFlow/sFlow), and compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR standards.
Deputy Manager & Programmer
Planning and Implementation, Core Network at StarTrek Telecom Ltd (IIG), STARDUST Telecom Ltd (ISP)
- Website: www.shahedfardous.com
- Phone: +88-01680150852
- City: Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Degree: Master of Science in Computer Science
- Email: [email protected]
- Freelance: Available
Network Security & Threat Detection
Advanced cybersecurity and threat mitigation capabilities
Core Network & Routing
Enterprise-grade network infrastructure expertise
System & Server Administration
Infrastructure management and automation
Automation & Scripting
Programming and automation for network operations
Professional Experience
Deputy Manager - Planning & Implementation, Core Network
October 2025 - Present
StarTrek Telecom Ltd (IIG), STARDUST Telecom Ltd (ISP)
- Mitigate DDoS, brute-force, spoofing attacks using WanGuard, FastNetMon, Suricata, Zeek, Fail2Ban, and Wazuh
- Deploy/manage IDS (Suricata) and traffic analysis platforms (Zeek) for real-time anomaly detection
- Integrate Wazuh SIEM with OwlH and Grafana/Loki for centralized logging and threat intelligence
- Enforce BGP security using RPKI, IRR filters, prefix-lists, and BGP MD5 authentication
- Perform vulnerability scans and penetration tests using Nmap, OpenVAS, Metasploit
- Lead incident response and ensure compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, and GDPR
Senior Assistant Manager - Planning & Implementation, Core Network
January 2025 - September 2025
StarTrek Telecom Ltd (IIG), STARDUST Telecom Ltd (ISP)
- Mitigated cyberattacks using self-developed firewall rules and automation scripts
- Monitored exposed network assets using Shodan with API-based automation
- Hardened DNS with DNSSEC, RPZ, DoH/DoT filtering, and domain reputation tools
- Automated security deployments using Bash/Python scripts for faster incident response
- Planned and implemented IPLC/ITC circuits, coordinated with international providers
Assistant Manager - Planning & Implementation, Core Network
March 2023 - December 2024
StarTrek Telecom Ltd (IIG), STARDUST Telecom Ltd (ISP)
- Planned, designed, and integrated Layer 2/3 IIG & ISP backbone networks with Juniper MX Series routers
- Implemented IPLC/ITC circuits and coordinated with international providers
- Led core network and upstream link monitoring/management
- Delivered IP transit solutions for IIG/ISP customers
- Managed network capacity, optimization, and traffic engineering
Assistant Manager - Server and System Administration
June 2023 - May 2025
StarTrek Telecom Ltd (IIG), STARDUST Telecom Ltd (ISP)
- Spearheaded end-to-end network/server maintenance ensuring 99.9% uptime
- Implemented proactive monitoring, disaster recovery, and capacity planning
- Optimized network performance and budget efficiency through vendor management
- Automated repetitive tasks via scripting, boosting operational efficiency
Senior Engineer - Planning & Implementation, Core Network
March 2022 - February 2023
StarTrek Telecom Ltd (IIG), STARDUST Telecom Ltd (ISP)
- Maintained Core Network, ITC & IPLC traffic
- Configured Juniper & Mikrotik Routers and L2/L3 Switches
- Managed monitoring tools (MRTG, Cacti, NagiOS, SolarWinds)
Senior Engineer - Core Network
January 2020 - February 2022
ADN Telecom Limited
- Designed network topologies for organizational requirements
- Configured CISCO, Juniper & Mikrotik Routers and L2/L3 Switches
- Configured OLT (Optical Line Termination)
- Managed monitoring tools (NagiOS, Cacti, SolarWinds)
Engineer - Network Operations Center [Team Leader]
January 2018 - December 2019
Earth Telecommunication (Pvt.) Ltd
- Led NOC team for 24/7 network operations
- Configured Juniper & Mikrotik Routers and OLT devices
- Managed OpManager, NagiOS, Cacti, and SolarWinds monitoring platforms
Jr. Support Engineer
June 2017 - December 2017
Drik ICT Ltd
- Designed LAN, MAN, WAN topology for organizational requirements
- Configured CISCO Manageable Switches and Mikrotik Routers
- Configured Wireless Access Points and Radio Devices (Ubiquiti, TP-Link)
- Managed MRTG, OpManager, NagiOS monitoring tools
Education
Professional Master of Science in Computer Science
2019Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Specialized in Network Security, Automation, and Best Practices for Enterprise Networking
Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
2017Daffodil International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Focus on Network Infrastructure, Electronics, and IoT with Automation
Professional Certifications
Juniper Networks Certified Professional, Service Provider Routing & Switching (JNCIP-SP)
Juniper Networks
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Juniper Networks Certified Specialist, Service Provider Routing & Switching (JNCIS-SP)
Juniper Networks
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Juniper Networks Certified Associate Junos (JNCIA-Junos)
Juniper Networks
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Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing and Switching (CCNP R&S)
Cisco Systems
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Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
Cisco Systems
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Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
Cisco Systems
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco Systems
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Mikrotik Certified Network Associate (MTCNA)
Mikrotik
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