Network Engineer
Sep 2022 - Present, Milano
I am currently working as a functionality tester for Vodafone Italia. I use the following tools:
Super WiFi
The Range extenders are used to reach a longer distance that the router can not reach. It must be provisioned on AC and monitored on the cloud. The wireless links connecting the the router to the extender and connecting the extender to the stations must be optimized according to the distance of the wireless link
independently from each other. On the Inssider software, I monitor the Power transmitted by each AP or extender to check its ability to cover an intended area as well as its ability to self heal in case of a power outage. In all cases, the end user must have a comfortable experience while roaming among different covered areas and have a seamless transition between the extender and the AP.
IPERF
I Measure the devices performance by creating a virtual server and one or more virtual clients using IPERF and generating traffic between hosts while monitoring the percentage of lost UDP packets or the maximum throughput in case of TCP connections. In other scenarios, I monitor the quality of service applied in case of link saturation and the host prioritization. Moreover, I measure the percentage of idle CPU power that should in all cases be above 90 percent to allow other operations to take place on the router. Furthermore, I measure the consumption of the RAM on the router before, during and after these operations take place. this aims to confirm that the RAM memory is freed successfully after the operations end. This involves using Excel to perform calculations over the registered values of a 24 hours time period.
IXIA
Beside IPERF, I also use IXIA to imitate a different scenario, which is multiple concurrent HTTP or FTP sessions per host toward a server. in this case, I use IXIA create a number of hosts and a number of concurrent sessions per host while measuring the idle CPU percentage.
TR069
Firmware upgrades/downgrades should have a null effect on the network configuration.
ACS remote control of different parameters of the router.
Linux
Teraterm, Putty, CMD.
Packet Sniffing
Wireshark, Acrylic
Software Tester
Nov 2020 - Sep 2022, Milano
My job was to confirm that the software versions of the SKY tv receivers function as planned by using wireshark, syslog, BW restriction, and manually using the remote control.
System Design Engineer
Dec 2013 - Feb 2017, Cairo
My responsibilities were:
- Photovoltaic Layouts design
- Performing computer simulations of
electrical circuits
- Providing technical guidance and site
support to the installation teams.
MSc in Telecommunication Engineering
Politecnico di Milano
Feb 2017 - Jul 2020
I made a deliberate investment in my education by enrolling in the prestigious Polytechnic University of Milan, renowned for its excellence in preparing students for the dynamic job market in telecommunications engineering. Over the course of three and a half years, I dedicated myself to obtaining my MSc degree while simultaneously immersing myself in the vibrant Italian culture and language through part-time employment.
During my time at Polimi, I had the privilege of exploring a wide range of multidisciplinary fields within the realm of science and technology. From Radars to Optical fibers, Lasers, and wireless communications, I delved into various cutting-edge subjects that broadened my knowledge and deepened my understanding of the field. It was during this academic journey that I discovered my true passion for networks engineering, an area that resonated with my skills and aspirations.
The educational experience at Polimi was truly transformative, as it not only provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects of telecommunications engineering but also nurtured my problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills. Engaging with esteemed professors and collaborating with talented peers enriched my learning experience and pushed me to surpass my own expectations.
Graduating from Polimi was a moment of immense pride for me, as it symbolized the culmination of years of dedication and hard work. It served as a gateway to a world of new opportunities and expanded horizons. The knowledge and practical skills I acquired during my time at the university have equipped me to tackle real-world challenges in the rapidly evolving telecommunications industry.
As I move forward in my career, I am filled with a sense of excitement and determination to leverage my education and experiences from Polimi to drive innovation and lead transformative projects in the field. I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of the Polytechnic University of Milan and I am confident that the knowledge and skills I have gained will continue to propel me toward success in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of telecommunications engineering.
BSc in Telecommunication Engineering
Mansoura University
2008 - 2013
I embarked on an exciting path in modern technologies by joining the program of Communications and Information Engineering at Mansoura University. During my studies, I gained a strong foundation in diverse subjects such as solid state electronics, analog and digital communications, digital signal processing, digital image processing, antennas and wave propagation, and finally integrated circuits design. Engaging with professors and collaborating on challenging projects fueled my passion for engineering. Through internships and extracurricular projects, I acquired practical skills in telecommunications engineering. Mansoura University nurtured my critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills, preparing me for a career in engineering. I am grateful for the solid foundation it provided and am eager to contribute to technological advancements and make a positive impact on society
LANGUAGES
Arabic
English
Italian
: Mother Language
: Perfect
: Good
Cisco Certified Networks Associate
May 2022 to May 2025
Fundamentals of Engineering
April 2016 - doesnt expire
CERTIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE
TESTIMONIALS
Ingy Sadek
HR & office Manager, Scatec
Rashad has been an ace card during the time he spent with me as a coworker. He's reliable, punctual, and precise. He proved to have sharp negotiating skills and a very strong personality. These two traits have been tested during the time in which the workers in the site have organized a strike as he succeeded to convince them to continue work in order to meet the deadline in return of fulfilling their needs, and he kept his word and succeeded to satisfy their demands. During the events of delay of the project, he was always able to handle the overtime and always found a way to keep up with the project plan. He proved to be a talented engineer that is able to add to whatever position in which he gets employed. I expect him to have a prosperious career as he is always up to the deadlines and always in control.
Prof\ Cesare Svelto
Full time Professor, Politecnico di Milano
I am pleased to write this testimony on the behalf of Mohamed Rashad. As a professor in the department of electronics, informatics, and bioengineering, I instructed him a course and I supervised his graduation project. He proved to be a capable and a motivated student. He Has impressive analytical skills and keen intellect. His class work was always completed on time and he always had valuable contributions. He was able to grasp complex ideas with ease. He displayed rigorous intellect during his graduate studies. I also noticed the presence of management-crucial skills such as planning, integration, and considering multiple concurrent factors in making decisions. He proved adept and ambitious and I expect him to continue to build over his career.
Erik Bazzarelli
Hardware Testing Engineer, Alten Italia
I was by the side of 'il fenomeno' during his work experience as a Software consultant in Capgemini and we were providing consultancy services to Sky. Our Experience lasted for one year and during this time we were frequently doing cultural exchange with our colleagues from different nations. One day he discovered an Egyptian restaurant in the vicinity of the work place where we went to try the specialities of Egyptian cuisine where I tried Mahshi and Alberto Mercuri tried Koshary. I still remember his frequent conversations with the restaurant's owners around the work place where we were always trying new dishes. It is possible to find the photo of this event in the photo gallery.
Alberto Mercuri
Software Quality Controller, Alten
I have known Rashad during my professional experience in sky tv as a quality assurance specialist. My first impression about him was that he has a positive attitude and openness to challenges. During his experience as a software testing consultant, he was able to integrate easily into the society and he was friendly with the entire office. Moreover, he was able to integrate the recently employed consultants into their new community. During the lunch breaks, we were always sharing experiences and ambitions for the future. As an ex-colleague of Rashad, I can for sure say that he will be of addition to the places which he will join not only professionally but also socially as he has a good ability to orchestrate harmonic social relations among the different teams of an enterprise.
Giuliana Pintus
Functionality Tester, Capgemini
I have known Rashad for 2 months by writing this lines. I am teaching him how to work through the Command Line Interface of Putty, CMD, How to use IPERF, and other things that are needed on daily basis at work. In my opinion, Rashad has proven a great ability to learn the vast information I teached him in a short period of time and has proven his ability to dynamically adapt to the new changes. Each weekend, Rashad and I select an english song that we learn the meanings of its words and sing it togther during the lanch break. This aims to improve our english languages. In very few words, I can say that Rashad has a very good vibe that adds to the team which he joins.