Nazim Khan is a highly experienced Network Architect and Subject Matter Expert in IP networking, with over 23 years of diverse experience spanning network design, consultancy, pre-sales, technical marketing, and project management. Currently serving as a Solutions Engineer (Technical Solutions Architect) at Cisco Systems Inc. in Herndon, Virginia, Nazim plays a pivotal role in driving innovation across Data Center Technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure, leveraging technologies such as VXLAN EVPN, Cisco ACI, Unified Computing, and NVIDIA GPUs.
Throughout his career, Nazim has worked extensively with leading technology firms, including Disys Solutions Inc., Cisco Systems India, Qwest Telecom (now CenturyLink), Motorola India, HCL Technologies, CMS Computers, and Dataline Integration. His responsibilities have ranged from designing and implementing large-scale enterprise and data center networks to mentoring junior engineers and presenting solutions to C-level executives.
Nazim has made notable contributions as a speaker at global technology conferences, including Cisco Live events in the US, Germany, and Italy, where he delivered technical sessions to international audiences of networking professionals and IT leaders.
He holds an impressive set of certifications, including the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) in both Data Center and Service Provider domains, demonstrating his deep technical expertise in complex networking environments. Additionally, he is a NVIDIA Certified Associate in AI Infrastructure and Operations, demonstrating his proficiency in emerging AI-driven infrastructures. He is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), which underscores his capability in leading and delivering complex projects. Complementing these are multiple Cisco Specialist and Professional certifications across Data Center, Enterprise, and Security tracks, further showcasing his broad and advanced skill set in network architecture and engineering.
Nazim holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from the University of Mumbai, India. With a strong foundation in both technology and leadership, he continues to drive customer success by bridging complex business needs with robust technical solutions.