I am a versatile Information Technology and Telco professional with multicultural and international exposure. I have experience across Infrastructure System Integrator, Software R&D, Finance/Banking, Government, Oil & Gas, Engineering, Aerospace/Airport, Healthcare and Telco industries. I hold multiple certifications and courses in networking, security, programming, DevNet/DevOps, cloud technology, SDN and AI/Machine Learning. I plan, design, implement and manage cloud and on-prem infrastructure, develop automation tooling, and provide ICT and cybersecurity remediation. I enjoy building infra-as-software solutions and tooling for network and cloud operations, and I collaborate with stakeholders across functions and regions to deliver secure, scalable IT outcomes.

Syamsudin Manaisyamsudin Manai

I am a versatile Information Technology and Telco professional with multicultural and international exposure. I have experience across Infrastructure System Integrator, Software R&D, Finance/Banking, Government, Oil & Gas, Engineering, Aerospace/Airport, Healthcare and Telco industries. I hold multiple certifications and courses in networking, security, programming, DevNet/DevOps, cloud technology, SDN and AI/Machine Learning. I plan, design, implement and manage cloud and on-prem infrastructure, develop automation tooling, and provide ICT and cybersecurity remediation. I enjoy building infra-as-software solutions and tooling for network and cloud operations, and I collaborate with stakeholders across functions and regions to deliver secure, scalable IT outcomes.

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I am a versatile Information Technology and Telco professional with multicultural and international exposure. I have experience across Infrastructure System Integrator, Software R&D, Finance/Banking, Government, Oil & Gas, Engineering, Aerospace/Airport, Healthcare and Telco industries. I hold multiple certifications and courses in networking, security, programming, DevNet/DevOps, cloud technology, SDN and AI/Machine Learning.

I plan, design, implement and manage cloud and on-prem infrastructure, develop automation tooling, and provide ICT and cybersecurity remediation. I enjoy building infra-as-software solutions and tooling for network and cloud operations, and I collaborate with stakeholders across functions and regions to deliver secure, scalable IT outcomes.

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Work Experience

Freelance Engineer/Consultant/Developer/Architect at ECS/Bukugdigital, Singapore
July 1, 2024 - Present
Planned, designed, implemented & deployed and managed Cloud Computing Infra, On-prem infra covering multiple manufacturers, system, security, SDN/NVF– OpenStack, Linux, DevOps/DevNet. Designed and developed automation & tooling (Network & Cloud, apps-containers) infra-as software architect and developer for internal tooling automation application. Providing ICT & cybersecurity consultation and remediation. Direct involvement in network & cloud infra automation, cloud infra ops, datacenter expansion and 5G infra deployment, and platform apps.
Senior Network Engineer (IT/Network Architect) at Thales, Singapore
June 30, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Implementing/deploying and managing on-prem Infra (Avionics/Aerospace) for Changi wide infrastructure; ICT & cybersecurity consultation and remediation; PoC platforms and firewall deployment.
Senior System Engineer at Ascom, Singapore
January 31, 2022 - October 6, 2025
Provided solutions, designed, integrated with legacy infra and deployed healthcare infra (Network, Systems) and Mobile Technology. ICT security review and hardening; coordinated stakeholders for proposed design. Healthcare infra design for StartMed expansion.
ICT Consultant at Arup, Singapore
August 31, 2020 - October 6, 2025
Designed data center in Changi T5, overall ICT networks (physical, logical and functional); integrated airport IP-based systems (Network, Security, IBMS, EMS, FO, PA, ELV, HACVAC, Carpark, Fire alarm, etc). Infra design coordination with MEP, vendors and costing; multi-system system integration for airport terminals.
ICT Engineer (Cyber Security) at Honeywell, Singapore
December 31, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Designed and deployed network, application, virtualization infra and its security aspects; cyber security audits and remediation; PoC/UAT; presales and post-sales involvement.
ICT Engineer at Dimension Data, Singapore
October 31, 2018 - October 6, 2025
Managed in-house data centers and 70 remote sites; WAN/LAN/IPsec, QoS, NAC, security, automation; DR exercises; policy reviews; vendor management; network programming for automation.
Senior Consultant at NCS, Singapore
August 31, 2017 - October 6, 2025
Managed multi-data center infrastructure and nationwide deployments; network optimization and automation; security policy governance; migration projects for banking, healthcare, and development sectors; automation via network scripts (NAC, firewall, switch/router, etc.).
Project Manager at ManPower (AT&T International)
September 30, 2012 - October 6, 2025
Project planning and scheduling for migration activity, end-to-end testing, and business acceptance; led a team of engineers; managed timelines and budgets across ASEAN; network/wireless upgrade projects.
Technical Consultant at Eguardian, Singapore
September 30, 2011 - October 6, 2025
Designed and deployed cloud computing appliances (Arista + VMware); load balancers (F5, A10); automation scripting for load balancers & security appliances; PoC and presales for cloud solutions.
Network & System Design Team Coordinator for Security at Transtel Engineering, Singapore
February 28, 2011 - October 6, 2025
Designed and integrated IP-based infrastructure for data centers; security, voice, CCTV, PA, PAGA; documentation, BOM, test procedures; procurement liaison; multi-regional project involvement (Oil & Gas).
IT/Telco Operation at Various (Consulting/Contract Roles)
February 28, 2010 - October 6, 2025
As consultant, software engineer, and IT/Telco operations professional across multiple clients, including network upgrades, LAN/WAN, wireless, and security enhancements.
Volunteer IT Trainer / Network & System Admin at FLEXTRONICS ComCenter
June 30, 2004 - October 6, 2025
Volunteer training and IT support across Windows, Linux, networking; LAN/WiFi installation; capacity building for local teams.
IT Trainer at IKMI - Indonesia Embassy in Johor, Malaysia
December 31, 2002 - October 6, 2025
Volunteer IT trainer delivering Windows/Linux/networking training; covered MS Office, LAN/WiFi installation.
Freelance Engineer/Consultant/Developer/Architect at ECS/Bukugdigital, Singapore
July 1, 2024 - Present
Planned, designed, implemented and deployed Cloud Computing infra and on-prem networks across multiple manufacturers; managed SDN/NVF OpenStack, Linux, and DevOps/DevNet. Built automation tooling and apps; served as ICT & cybersecurity consultant with remediation.
Senior Network Engineer (IT/Network Architect) at Thales, Singapore
June 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Implemented and managed on-prem infrastructure for Changi-wide programs; performed cybersecurity remediation; deployed management networks, PoC platforms, and firewall implementations; guided network engineering across multiple vendors.
Senior System Engineer at Ascom, Singapore
January 1, 2022 - October 6, 2025
Delivered healthcare IT infrastructure (network, systems) and mobile technology; conducted ICT security review and hardening; coordinated stakeholders for proposed designs; contributed to hospital infra expansions (Woodlands and Sengkang).
ICT Consultant at Arup, Singapore
August 1, 2020 - October 6, 2025
Designed data center at Changi T5 and overall ICT networks (physical, logical, functional); integrated airport IP-based systems; coordinated with MEP, vendors and costing; led multi-system integration for airport terminals.
ICT Engineer (Cyber Security) at Honeywell, Singapore
December 1, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Designed and deployed network/app/virtualization infra with security considerations; conducted cyber security audits; automated Linux and network tasks using scripts; involved in presales and post-sales activities.
ICT Engineer at Dimension Data, Singapore
October 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025
Managed in-house data centers and 70 remote sites; supported LAN/WAN/MPLS, QoS, Wireless, NAC; performed DR exercises; contributed to network automation and migrations for banking and healthcare sectors.
Senior Consultant at NCS, Singapore
August 1, 2017 - October 6, 2025
Managed multiple data centers and government hosting; led LAN/WAN, security, DR, and automation initiatives; performed migrations for clients in finance, healthcare and education; redesigned security architecture for multiple clients.
Project Manager at ManPower (AT&T International)
September 1, 2012 - October 6, 2025
Project planning and scheduling for migration activities; led a team of engineers; managed timelines, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables across ASEAN; oversaw Ethernet and wireless infrastructure upgrades.
Technical Consultant at Eguardian, Singapore
September 1, 2011 - October 6, 2025
Designed and deployed network infra with cloud computing appliances (Arista, VMware) and load balancing (F5); automation scripting for LB & security; provided PoC and presales support.
Network & System Design at Transtel Engineering, Singapore
February 1, 2011 - October 6, 2025
Team coordinator for security for LAN/WAN infra; designed, configured and integrated IP-based devices; documented, BOMs, and acceptance tests; managed procurement; supported oil & gas projects with multi-system integration.
IT/Telco Operations (Consultant, Software Engineer, IT/Telco Ops) at Various
February 1, 2010 - October 6, 2025
Broad IT and telecom operations across multiple projects and regions; involvement in LAN/WAN, servers, security, and project deployments.
Freelance Engineer/Consultant/Developer/Architect at ECS/Bukugdigital, Singapore
July 1, 2024 - Present
Planned, designed, implemented and deployed Cloud Computing infrastructure and on-premise infra; developed automation tools and tooling for network and cloud infrastructure; served as ICT & cybersecurity consultant and remediation advisor.
Senior Network Engineer (IT/Network Architect) at Thales, Singapore
June 30, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Implemented and managed on-prem infrastructure for avionics/aerospace; performed cyber security remediation; deployed PoC platforms, management networks and firewall infra.
Senior System Engineer at Ascom, Singapore
January 31, 2022 - October 6, 2025
Delivered healthcare network and systems infra; integrated with legacy infrastructure; led ICT security reviews and hardening; coordinated stakeholders for proposed designs.
ICT Consultant at Arup, Singapore
August 31, 2020 - October 6, 2025
Designed data center in Changi T5; integrated airport ICT networks (security, IBMS, EMS, FO); coordinated MEP/vendors; prepared costings for proposed design.
ICT Engineer (Cyber Security) at Honeywell, Singapore
December 31, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Designed and deployed network/virtualization infra with security focus; conducted cyber security audits; PoCs and project management including pre/post-sales.
Network Engineer at Dimension Data, Singapore
October 31, 2018 - October 6, 2025
Managed in-house data centers and 70 remote sites; LAN/WAN/MPLS/IPsec; QoS; NAC; network automation development in Linux/Python; DR exercises and vendor coordination.
Senior Consultant at NCS, Singapore
August 31, 2017 - October 6, 2025
Managed multiple data centers and government hosting infra; supported migrations; network optimization and automation; developed NAC migration scripts in Bash.
Project Manager at ManPower (AT&T International)
September 30, 2012 - October 6, 2025
Led migration-related planning and scheduling for ASEAN region; oversaw a team of 10 engineers; managed timelines and contingencies; ECN/DR planning and WAN upgrades.
Technical Consultant at Eguardian, Singapore
September 30, 2011 - October 6, 2025
Designed and deployed cloud computing appliance (Arista) and load balancers; automation scripting for LB & security; PoC and pre-sales support.
Network & System Design at Transtel Engineering, Singapore
February 28, 2011 - October 6, 2025
Team coordinator for security in LAN/WAN infra; design/configuration and testing; documentation, BOM, and vendor liaison for oil & gas projects.
IT/Telco Operation at Various / Independent
February 28, 2010 - October 6, 2025
Consulting, software engineering and IT/Telco operations; delivered LAN/WAN, wireless upgrades, and cross-region infrastructure support.
Freelance Engineer/Consultant/Developer/Architect at ECS/Bukugdigital, Singapore
July 1, 2024 - Present
Planned, designed, implemented and managed Cloud Computing Infrastructure and on-prem infra spanning multi-manufacturer networks, systems, security and SDN/NFV (OpenStack, Linux, DevNet/DevOps). Built automation tooling and apps-containers; acted as software architect and developer for internal tooling automation; provided ICT and cybersecurity consultation and remediation.
Senior Network Engineer (IT/Network Architect) at Thales, Singapore
June 1, 2024 - October 7, 2025
Implemented, deployed and managed on-prem infrastructure for aviation/aerospace programs within Changi; provided ICT and cybersecurity consultation and remediation; involved in firewall deployments, SNMP/SSH hardening, IOS upgrades and PoC platforms.
Senior System Engineer at Ascom, Singapore
January 31, 2022 - October 7, 2025
Designed and deployed healthcare infra (network and systems) and mobile technology; performed ICT security review and hardening; coordinated stakeholders for proposed designs, including hospital infrastructure expansions.
ICT Consultant at Arup, Singapore
August 31, 2020 - October 7, 2025
Designed data center ICT networks (physical, logical, functional) and integrated airport systems (network, security, IBMS, EMS, FO, structured cabling, PA, ELV, HVAC). Led infra design coordination with MEP, vendors, and stakeholders.
ICT Engineer (Cyber Security) at Honeywell, Singapore
December 31, 2019 - October 7, 2025
Designed and deployed secure virtualization infra and network applications; performed cyber security audits, IoT commissioning for Building Management System; prepared remediation documents and supported presales and post-sales activities.
ICT Engineer (Cyber Security) at Dimension Data, Singapore
October 31, 2018 - October 7, 2025
Implemented and managed in-house data centers and remote sites; supported LAN/WAN, security NAC, automation; performed DR exercises; developed network automation scripts (bash/python) for NAC/Firewall migrations; involved in major banking/healthcare deployments.
Senior Consultant at NCS, Singapore
August 31, 2017 - October 7, 2025
Managed multiple data centers and gov web hosting infra; supported projects in finance, healthcare and education; performed security hardening and infra redesign (Palo Alto, Checkpoint, F5) and automation development; produced SOPs and reports.
Project Manager at ManPower (AT&T International)
September 30, 2012 - October 7, 2025
Planned and scheduled migration activities across ASEAN; led a team of 10 engineers; coordinated end-to-end testing and acceptance; oversaw Ethernet/Wireless migrations and data center transitions across multiple countries.
Technical Consultant at Eguardian, Singapore
September 30, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Designed and deployed network infrastructure including cloud computing appliances (Arista, VMware); implemented load balancing and security appliances; supported presales and project management; performed PoCs.
Network & System Design at Transtel Engineering, Singapore
February 28, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Led security-focused LAN/WAN design; designed networks for oil & gas projects; configured IP-based devices, cabling, FO, and integrated multiple systems; managed procurement and vendor interactions.
IT/Telco Operation
February 28, 2010 - October 7, 2025
Consultant, Software Engineer and IT/Telco operations; supported Windows/Linux, networking and LAN/Wi-Fi installations; involved in training and development activities.

Education

Electrical Engineering at Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Telecommunication Engineering at Institute of Technology Pembangunan of Surabaya, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Electrical Engineering at Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Telecommunication Engineering at Institute of Technology Pembangunan of Surabaya, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Bachelor in Electrical Engineering at Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Telecommunication Engineering at Institute of Technology Pembangunan of Surabaya, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Telecommunications Engineering Training/Certification at Nokia, Singapore
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Electrical Engineering at Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Telecommunication Engineering at Institute of Technology Pembangunan of Surabaya, Indonesia
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025

Qualifications

CCNA
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
CCNP
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
CCDP
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infra Implementation
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Design
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
JNCIA
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
McAfee Network Defense Certified
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Docker
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Kubernetes
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
OpenStack
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Red Hat (Training/Certification)
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco CCNA
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco CCNP
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco CCDP
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infra Implementation
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Design
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Juniper JNCIA
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
McAfee Network Defense Certified
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco CCNA
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco CCNP
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco CCDP
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Enterprise Advanced Infra Implementation
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Enterprise Core
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco Enterprise Design
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Juniper JNCIA
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
McAfee Network Defense Certified
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
AWS Architect
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Python Network Automation
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
F5 v11 Administration
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco ACI (SDN)
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
VMware
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Cisco CCNA
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Cisco CCNP
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
CCDP
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infra Implementation
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Design
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Juniper JNCIA
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
McAfee Network Defense Certified
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Telecommunications, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Government, Healthcare, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services

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