πŸ’Ό Network Engineer β€” Nitaq Network (Full-Time)
πŸ“… May 2025 – February 2026 | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
πŸ“„ Experience Certificate issued: February 20, 2026
βœ… Certified by: Omar Ali Bajahon, Managing Director

I worked as a full-time Network Engineer at Nitaq Network, responsible for
deploying and maintaining IT infrastructure for multiple business clients
across Jeddah. I was recognized by management as one of the most competent
engineers who passed through the company, with full trust and respect from
all supervisors.

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What I worked on:

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πŸ”Ή 1. Microsoft 365 Administration

  • Creating and managing employee email accounts and mailboxes
  • Configuring Exchange Online settings and email routing
  • Assigning and managing licenses across the organization
  • Setting up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for account security
  • Enforcing security and compliance policies
  • Configuring DNS records (MX, SPF, DKIM) for email deliverability
  • Handling employee onboarding and offboarding in M365

What I learned:

  • The critical role of identity and access management in enterprise environments
  • How to maintain email security and prevent spoofing at the DNS level
  • Managing cloud-based systems under real business operational pressure

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πŸ”Ή 2. NVR Programming & Troubleshooting

  • Programming NVR devices and configuring recording settings
  • Installing and connecting IP cameras to the network
  • Setting up remote access for client monitoring
  • Diagnosing and resolving hardware and connectivity faults
  • Ensuring 24/7 system uptime and reliability

What I learned:

  • How surveillance systems integrate with network infrastructure
  • Practical troubleshooting of video streaming and storage issues
  • Network bandwidth planning for IP camera deployments

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πŸ”Ή 3. FortiGate Firewall Configuration

  • Configuring firewall rules and network security policies
  • Testing network security and monitoring traffic
  • Managing VPN configurations for remote access
  • Applying security measures to safeguard client systems

What I learned:

  • Layered firewall rules for enterprise network security
  • The importance of network defense in protecting sensitive business data
  • Configuring FortiGate for optimal performance and security

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πŸ”Ή 4. Windows Server 2019 Configuration

  • Setting up Active Directory, user accounts, and Group Policy
  • Configuring file sharing, DNS, and DHCP for enterprise environments
  • Maintaining server performance and resolving operational issues

What I learned:

  • The critical role of DNS and DHCP in reliable network services
  • Active Directory configuration and its role in maintaining a secure network
  • User and access management in enterprise environments

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πŸ”Ή 5. PBX System Configuration β€” Yeastar P560

  • Physical setup and full configuration of the PBX device
  • Configuring extensions, call routing, and voicemail
  • Integrating VoIP phones (Yealink, Grandstream) into the system
  • Applying QoS policies to ensure reliable call quality

What I learned:

  • Network bandwidth planning for VoIP systems
  • VoIP technology and its application in business communication
  • QoS and its impact on call quality in real deployments

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πŸ”Ή 6. Business Email Setup β€” abadawod.dev Domain

I set up a professional email system using my own domain, abadawod.dev,
instead of standard email providers. This involved building the full
email infrastructure from scratch.

  • Configuring DNS records: MX, SPF, DKIM, DMARC
  • Setting up email hosting and ensuring cross-client compatibility
  • Configuring webmail access and mobile email sync
  • Implementing MFA and security layers on the business email account

What I learned:

  • The complexities of email infrastructure and configuring it correctly
  • The importance of DNS configuration for professional email systems
  • How to ensure email security using authentication protocols like SPF and DKIM

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πŸ”Ή 7. Password Recovery & Account Access Management

  • Troubleshooting employee account access issues
  • Using legitimate recovery tools to assist with password resets
  • Ensuring employees regained access quickly and securely

What I learned:

  • How to use password recovery tools effectively while ensuring data integrity
  • The importance of system security and ethical practices in password recovery
  • Managing recovery requests professionally in compliance with company policies

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πŸ”Ή 8. Access Control Systems

  • Installing and programming Fanvil i60 fingerprint scanners
  • Setting up magnetic card reader systems for office entry
  • Integrating access control with the broader security infrastructure

What I learned:

  • The importance of physical security and how access control systems enhance it
  • How to configure biometric devices and integrate them into a secure network

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πŸ”Ή 9. Printer Setup & User Support

  • Installing and configuring network printers across office environments
  • Ensuring proper connectivity between printers and employee devices
  • Providing technical support for printing-related issues

What I learned:

  • How to set up shared printing solutions for office environments
  • The importance of keeping all devices connected and fully operational

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πŸ”Ή 10. Windows Installation Media β€” Rufus Tool

  • Creating bootable Windows installation media using Rufus
  • Preparing and testing installation tools for quick system deployments
  • Using installation media for urgent system troubleshooting and reinstallation

What I learned:

  • How to prepare reliable installation media and verify its functionality
  • The role of deployment tools in fast and efficient IT support workflows

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πŸ“Œ Before this role β€” Internship at Nitaq Technology Company
πŸ“… February – May 2025

My initial exposure to the company as a trainee, which led directly
to my full-time hire based on performance.