Tarek Al Hasan
Hannover,Deutschland
Summary
Experienced IT professional with strong expertise in Aruba WLAN tools, including Mobility Conductor, AirWave, and ClearPass. Proficient in Windows Server 2008, Linux, and database programming with MySQL and SQL Server. Skilled in monitoring systems, log servers, and disaster recovery solutions, with a solid understanding of virtualisation technologies. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of simulation software such as Empire XPU for antenna applications and DryView Imagers. Possesses foundational skills in programming languages like JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, PHP, ColdFusion, and C++, alongside basic proficiency in MATLAB and SPSS. Adept at delivering reliable IT solutions while maintaining fault-tolerant systems to support organisational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Network Architect
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
Hanover
2020.02 - 2026.02
- Designed, planned, and optimized a large-scale Aruba WLAN environment across a factory campus, operating ~2,000 APs and ~8,000 clients.
- Defined WLAN architecture and fabric design, including SSID strategy, usage segmentation, and secure access concepts.
- Extensive hands-on experience with Aruba WLAN Controllers, Mobility Conductor, AirWave (monitoring & reporting), and ClearPass (NAC).
- Defined and enforced WLAN security policies, access roles, and certificate-based client authentication.
- Monitored and optimized WLAN performance using Aruba Spectrum Analysis tools, proactively identifying interference and RF anomalies.
- Conducted professional WLAN surveys and troubleshooting using Ekahau, including heatmaps, coverage analysis, and remediation reporting.
- Led RF management across the factory environment, covering Wi-Fi (2.4/5/6 GHz) and additional operational frequencies (434 MHz, 868 MHz).
- Successfully deployed Wi-Fi 6E technology in Hannover as the first factory fabric utilizing this standard, enhancing capacity and future readiness.
- Implemented IPv6 for WLAN infrastructure, enabling dual-stack/IPv6 connectivity for access points and wireless clients.
- Applied ITIL / ITSM processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Service Request Management) in daily operations.
- Developed release, lifecycle, and capacity plans, including 5-year WLAN strategy roadmaps.
- Integrated Huawei switching infrastructure and LAN NAC with enterprise WLAN environments.
Internship
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
Hanover
2017.10 - 2018.02
- Developed a Web application for the G-Talks Project, a project designed to manage and record data related to a new telephone system installation.
- Programmed an interface to import telephone data.
- Designed a user interface based on CSS and HTML5 standards.
- Assisted in preparing the Pulse Board for Mobile Online Services (MOD).
Technical assistant
Montessori Education Center
Hanover
2016.02 - 2016.06
- Provided IT support, including maintenance and repair of computer hardware and software systems.
IT-und Statistics manager
Syrian Interim Government
Gaziantep
2014.05 - 2015.05
- Managing and Administration of IT infrastructure and software systems for a governmental ministry.
- Providing troubleshooting and developed solutions for technical issues.
- Maintained and updated internal databases.
- Perform descriptive statistics using SPSS.
- Analyse, manage and visualise the data of Statics.
Back Office Engineer
Eastern Telecom Services
Damaskus
2011.03 - 2012.12
- - Technical tasks:
- Supervising the Hardware installation & commissioning of new Huawei BTS 3900/3900A and Links during Huawei-Swap-Project 2011 (2G & 3G).
- Configuration of needed resources Huawei BTS
- Preparation, Implementation, and roll-out of plans
- Responsible for a section of the “south area” of Damascus and its suburb (about 350 radio sites and 400 Microwave link).
- Alarm Handling & Troubleshooting
- Supervising the new radio sites’ weekly plans
- - Administrative tasks:
- Provision of technical reports
- Submitting the detailed report about daily & monthly activities.
- Manage and follow-up monthly and semi-annual preventive maintenance plans and issues, which done by the technicians.
- Submitting the report about the state of the running network (on-air site) to the customer (Syriatel).
Maintenance Engineer
Puzant Yakobian and Sons
Damascus
2010.02 - 2011.02
- Installed, calibrated, configured, and maintained Kodak medical printers, including the DV8500 and other models, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues through effective troubleshooting and repair techniques, minimizing downtime and maintaining client satisfaction.
- Performed preventive maintenance to extend the life and efficiency of medical printing equipment.
- Configured printers within network environments, ensuring seamless integration with existing medical systems and workflows.
- Provided technical support and guidance to medical staff on the proper use and handling of the printers.
- Achieved certification from Kodak, demonstrating advanced technical knowledge and expertise in their medical imaging products.
Production manager
Triview Co.
Damascus
2009.09 - 2010.02
- Leitung der Produktionsreihe von LCD-Geräten
- Fixed technical problem and loss strategy
- Get more information about the product
Education
MSc Master Degree - Electric and Information Technology
Leibniz University
Hannover, Germany 2016.10 - 2019.06
BSc Bachelor degree - electronic and telecommunications technology
Damascus University
Damascus, Syria 2003.09 - 2009.09
High School Diploma - Natural Sciences
Syria 2002.09 - 2003.09
Skills
- Strong knowledge with Aruba WLAN Tools Mobility Conductor, AirWave and ClearPass
- Good Knowledge with Monitoring and Log-Server
- Strong knowledge of Windows 2008 Server and Linux
- Good understanding of virtualization technologies
- Basic knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, PHP, and ColdFusion
- Basic knowledge of the programming language C
- Good knowledge of database programming (MySQL, SQL Server)
- Knowledge of backup and recovery, disaster recovery, and fault-tolerant systems
- Strong knowledge of simulation software such as Empire XPU Version 770 for antenna applications
- Basic knowledge of MATLAB
- Advanced knowledge of DryView Imagers DV5850, DV5800, DV6850, DV6800, DV8900, and DV8700
- Basic knowledge of SPSS and statistics
Sprachkenntnisse
German: C1 – level
English: C1 – level
Arabic: Mother Tongue
Spanisch: A1– level
Hobbies
Traveling, Reading, Cycling, Swimming
Timeline
Network Architect
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
2020.02 - 2026.02
Internship
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
2017.10 - 2018.02
MSc Master Degree - Electric and Information Technology
Leibniz University
2016.10 - 2019.06
Technical assistant
Montessori Education Center
2016.02 - 2016.06
IT-und Statistics manager
Syrian Interim Government
2014.05 - 2015.05
Back Office Engineer
Eastern Telecom Services
2011.03 - 2012.12
Maintenance Engineer
Puzant Yakobian and Sons
2010.02 - 2011.02
Production manager
Triview Co.
2009.09 - 2010.02
BSc Bachelor degree - electronic and telecommunications technology
Damascus University
2003.09 - 2009.09
High School Diploma - Natural Sciences
2002.09 - 2003.09