Haris Naeem

Designed and deployed scalable and secure Woo-commerce web application on a Google Cloud instance, manually installed and configured the LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack. Implemented robust security measures by installing and configuring OWASP ModSecurity web application firewall, effectively mitigating the OWASP Top 10 critical security risks. Configured and optimized ModSecurity rules to detect and prevent malicious traffic, while minimizing false positives and ensuring a seamless user experience.

Designed and deployed an e-commerce platform for a hair salon business, similar to Groupon, to list services and enable customers to purchase coupons for appointments. The platform was developed using PHP framework, ensuring scalability and security. Ensured a seamless user experience by continuously monitoring and optimizing the platform's performance. Created and implemented effective online marketing strategies, including SEO, social media advertising, and content marketing, to promote the platform.

Played a key role in the Electrical/IT network and Warehouse Management System (WMS) infrastructure deployment as part of a $25.7 million Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) project for Saudi Polymers Co.'s Product Warehouse Facility. Contributed to the planning and execution of a fiber optic network connecting the logistics facility to Jubail Port, ensuring seamless integration with warehouse operations.

Supported a Fiber Optic Transmission Project by analyzing site survey plans and layouts to determine optimal network routes and infrastructure placement. Maintained and updated the project’s network database, ensuring accurate record-keeping and efficient information management. Successfully completed all assigned tasks to the satisfaction of management, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to project success.

Conducted GSM drive tests using Ericsson TEMS software to assess and document radio network performance. Prepared comprehensive reports on RF coverage, highlighting any potential coverage issues or confirming adequate coverage.

Conducted drive tests to measure GSM radio signal propagation across various locations. Collected and analyzed data to support radio frequency optimization for mobile network performance improvements.

Utilized excellent communication skills to sell mortgage re-financing products to U.S. homeowners via phone, consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets by effectively articulating the benefits of refinancing. Provided top-notch customer support for a GPS company, delivering real-time location information to clients using GPS tracking systems, ensuring prompt issue resolution and high customer satisfaction.

Attended courses on 'Theory of Black Holes', 'Early Universe Cosmology', “Gravitational Physics”, “Superconductivity” and “Introduction to Natural Language Processing”, further deepening my understanding of theoretical physics and machine learning concepts. Self-Initiated Project: Worked on the deployment of an open-source language model within the research infrastructure of the Institute of Theoretical Physics, LUH.