Ghulam Safdar

With 24+ years of experience managing enterprise IT environments across government and multinational organizations. Specialized in hybrid cloud environments, high-availability networks, cybersecurity hardening, virtualization, ERP systems, and remote infrastructure management. Experienced in Microsoft 365, Azure-based deployments, firewall security, disaster recovery planning, ISO 27001 compliance, and enterprise CCTV surveillance systems.

Strong background in remote IT operations and cross-border project leadership (Pakistan & UAE).

Principal Engineer IT - Engineering Consultancy Services Punjab (ECSP) - Pakistan (2015-01) Lead enterprise IT infrastructure operations for head office and multiple project sites.

• Designed hybrid infrastructure integrating on-prem Windows Server with Microsoft 365 and Azure services.
• Managed Safe Cities Project including CCTV, NVRs, OFC connectivity,CVR, and centralized control rooms.
• Implemented high-availability network architecture with internet load balancing and failover.
• Conducted enterprise IT audits covering ERP systems, cybersecurity posture, disaster recovery, and risk assessment.
• Implemented enterprise backup strategies using NAS, offsite replication, and cloud-based DR concepts.
• Coordinated ISO 9001 & ISO 27001 audits and compliance documentation.
• Managed firewall security policies, VPN tunnels, and network segmentation.
• Developed ERP solutions (HRMS, Asset Management, Project Tracking) using PHP/MySQL.
• Provided remote IT support and infrastructure troubleshooting across distributed locations.

Senior

Engineer ICT - SYSTECNIC Solutions - Dubai, UAE (2014-01 - 2015-12) Led large-scale ERP & infrastructure projects including SAP Business One implementation.

• Designed redundant server environments with virtualization (VMware / Hyper-V).
• Implemented HA networks with SAN storage and firewall security controls.
• Managed project lifecycle from RFP analysis to deployment and post-go-live support.
• Configured VPNs and secure WAN connectivity for international clients.
• Coordinated technical teams, contractors, and stakeholders across multiple sites.

Network

Engineer / Systems Administrator - SMEC (Surbana Jurong Group) - Pakistan (2010-01 - 2014-12) - Administered Active Directory-based Windows Server 2012 R2 infrastructure.

• Configured Hyper-V virtual machines for domain replication and WSUS.
• Managed Cisco ASA and Juniper firewall security including IPSec VPN and VLANs.
• Implemented structured backup strategy using Dell NAS & HP Tape Library.
• Deployed TMG 2010 for content filtering and bandwidth control.
• Implemented SAP B1 and Sage 50 across LAN/WAN environments.
• Managed IP CCTV & biometric attendance systems.
• Coordinated VPN connectivity with international offices (Australia, Philippines, Oman). IT Officer / Network Engineer - M.A. Arain & Brothers - Pakistan (2006-01 - 2010-12) - Managed Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and user administration.
• Configured Juniper firewall and IPsec VPN for secure connectivity.
• Administered factory ERP & SQL Server databases.
• Implemented structured data backup policies.
• Managed website hosting, email servers, and internal applications.