Ayaz Merchant is an accomplished Global Network Architect at Stericycle since December 2017, with a strong background in network engineering and systems integration. Prior experience includes a decade at Network Data Systems as a Senior Systems Engineer, focusing on major projects such as MPLS deployments and Cisco data center integrations. Additional roles span multiple organizations, including Flagship IS and Sun Microsystems, with responsibilities as a Senior Systems Engineer. Ayaz holds a degree in Music Production from Berklee College of Music and has also pursued studies at National Louis University. Expertise includes complex network engineering, cloud integration, and network security implementations.