Qaiss (Sam) Aria
System Admin / Sr. Desktop Engineer / SCCM & Casper Subject Matter Expert
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Summary
ITIL V3, MCSE, SCCM, JAMF Casper Suite, A+ and Cisco Certified Enterprise Sr. Desktop Engineer with more than 13
years of extensive experience. Talented systems administrator offering four years of experience in a Windows environment
and expertise in several versions of OS Server (2003, 2008, 2012 R2).
Solidly credentialed achieved MCP, MCSE
Strong grasp of computer security, patching, monitoring, assorted operating systems, numerous applications and mixed
platforms.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times and demonstrate strong analytical, problem solving, tracking a nd
interpersonal skills. Team player, self-directed, detailed oriented, organized and have excellent follow-up.
Expert in software packaging (MSI, App-V), OS build/deployment, SCCM 2012 R2 Administration, OS patching, Scripting
& automation, SQL Reports and Dashboards.
MDT, WDS, WAIK, PXE
Expertise
Flexra Admin Studio, Install shield, MSI, APP-V Scripting & Automation
System Security, Backup and Recovery Server / End User Security Monitoring and
vulnerability detection.
Server Administration and Repair
User Training and Support
SCCM SME on OS deployment & Patching
Windows Server, Exchange and Lync
Software Packaging, MDT, WDS, WAIK, PXE
Experience:
System Admin / Sr. Desktop Engineer / SCCM & Casper Subject Matter Expert
November 2012 - Present (2 year 6 months)
System Admin with multiple hats to perform daily tasks (Desktop Engineer ing, Scripting, System Admin,
Security, Compliance, SharePoint and Ticketing System Administration).
SCCM 2012 server architecture, build, design, maintenance and troubleshooting. Configure and monitor 10+ distribution
points around the world for 5000+ users.
Utilities System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) to build / deploy OS, perform desktop / server patches, and deploy
silent push applications to end user computers.
Perform desktop engineering functions including OS deployment, Testing, Automation development, building OS images,
create custom application packages utilizing industry standard packaging tools and scripting utilities.
Maintain, monitor and manage System Center Configuration Manager 2012 and JAMF Casper suite for OSX and Windows
operating systems, software updates and packages, patching and remote management of Riverbed's PC and MAC.
Provide IT management with regular complex SQL reports related to deployments, asset inventory and software compliance,
Manage desktop security, develop, implement and manage corporate desktop and security policies and procedures to ensure
active protection of workstations and servers.
Administer corporate desktop and server anti-virus and anti-spyware application, Install, maintain, and upgrade corporate
anti-virus application and server. Test, validate and deploy Windo ws OS and application security patches, hot fixes and
updates.
Mentor and help develop Service Desk and PC Support technicians. Provide guidance on the administration of Microsoft AD
in relation to rights and administer desktop-related group policies. Provide desktop architectural guidance, maintain up -to-
date knowledge base, skills and abilities on new and emerging technologies that improve employee efficiency and
effectiveness, advise management on new hardware/software technologies.
Helpdesk Support Lead / Desktop Engineer / System Admin at Federal Home Loan Bank of SF
November 2011 - July 2012 (9 months)
Scope of work involved day-to-day management of desktop support unit, ensuring quality and responsiveness in the managing of
tickets, as well as engaging in a program of documenting, definition and continual improvements in the service deliver in an enterprise
environment.
Forefront ITSM ticket and asset creation & management, follow-up, resolving and auditing the status of the ticket, ensuring and
confirming user satisfaction. In addition manage the ticket queues and provide day -to-day guidance for the field staff.
Provide 1st – 4th level of technical support (software, Hardware, Mac & HP Desktops and laptops,
Blackberry enterprise solution, IPhone and IPad Good for enterprise management,) over the phone, in person and by email, interacted
with clients including senior management, VPs, Support of C level executives, CEO,
President and the board with technical needs. Ensure all the service desk procedures and process is in place and followed.
System admin support, active directory management (users, computers, domain controllers, security, groups),
RSA secure token configuration and management, GoToMyPC and VPN, Remote desktop support. SCCM System Center
Configuration Manager, create test and deploy standard build images for desktop and laptops, manage packages, software
advertisement and, push enterprise level monthly updates and patching for desktops, laptops and servers through SCCM.
Performed advanced troubleshooting and resolution of MacBook, IPad, and desktop, laptops, and server application issues, evaluated
the organizations current technology’s use and needs and recommended improvements, such as hardware and software upgrades
Senior Helpdesk Support II, III System Admin at Roche Molecular Diagnostics
May 2011 - October 2011 (6 months)
Level II, III Helpdesk Support System Admin
Senior Helpdesk support, Helpdesk analyst. Providing Level II, III support to over 700+ users including
Executives, CEO and president’s office locally and remotely for entire company in an enterprise environment supporting, MacBook’s,
IPhone, Blackberry, HP desktops and Laptops.
Manage HP service desk manager for daily tickets and resolve them in timely and professional manner.
Answer calls to users and a direct line to VP, Directors & Executives to provide local and remote support.
Manage and deploy Windows 7 migration for over 700+ users on HP desktops and Laptops.
Join weekly and bi-weekly meeting with IT Director and Management team to provide solutions and discuss the success of the
Windows 7 deployment and brain storm ideas for better performance of IT department.
Manage the hardware and software inventory.
Manage users and asset tags of laptops & desktop through inventory.
Manage active directory for users and computers, provide permissions, grant access to folders and manage users and computers on
active network
System Admin /Imaging Project Manager /Senior Helpdesk at NextG Networks
November 2010 - May 2011 (7 months)
Head of imaging project for NextG Networks; I had to create Standard, Project Manager, Engineering and
Accountant Images for more than 7 different laptop models. I Setup, Configured and Installed new windows
7 images, bigger hard drives and memory upgrades for about 170 users in six different states (Chicago, New York, LA, Orlando,
Philadelphia and San Jose).
Traveled to those states to configure the new images, test their new machines and provide on -site technical support.
Provided Level I, II & III support for all the local and remote users.
Provided system admin support in a fully production environment for SQL, Virtual, Exchange, Terminal,
Project, Web, Application and Windows servers. Maintained Symantec backup exec, managed tape drives,
Active Directory, Sonic Wall Firewalls, Riverbed WAN Optimization, Setup VPN, Network drives, Setup network printers, managed
LAN & WAN networking, software and hardware upgrades on servers, laptops and workstations.
Responsible for training end users on using the new system and creating training materials, updating IT manager and director with
fully detailed documentation of the process and activities.
Senior Tech /Owner at Tech on Call
March 2007 - October 2010 (3 years 8 months)
Provide technical support for home and officer end users for their PC & MAC related issues, OS X and Windows platform
troubleshooting and repairs, hardware upgrade and replacement, and provide technical support in a very understanding and friendly
way to clients.
Performs hardware, software and network upgrades for the Small Businesses, MS Windows 2003 Server
Edition based networking and system management, VPN,
Provide On-site and remote Technical support for small / medium businesses
IT Support Manager at Black Bag Advertising
January 2006 - February 2007 (1 year 2 months)
Managed and led a team of 30 workers, laptops and data management.
Maintained security and upgrades on server, workstations and network.
Utilized solid communication skills with senior grade unit officers, immediate supervisor and or higher levels of management, by
providing work reports of all daily activity
IT Technician at Fremont Computers
March 2003 - December 2005 (2 years 10 months)
PC, Laptop, MAC repairs, installation, and troubleshooti ng, more than 10 computers a day.
Designed and Produced Graphic designs and printing material using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and
Adobe Dreamweaver.
Customer service for clients & Computer Hardware and inventory management.
Languages
Farsi (Native or bilingual proficiency)
English (Full professional proficiency)
Urdu (Professional working proficiency)
Hindi (Professional working proficiency)
Pasho (Professional working proficiency)
Skills & Expertise
Active Directory
System Administration
SCCM 2012 R2
Computer Network Operations
Operation System Deployment
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
Microsoft Certified Professional
CompTIA A+ Certification
Apple Certified Support Professional 10.5
Web Designing
Graphic Designating
Video Production
Data Recovery
CCNA
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft Office 2013
Microsoft SharePoint
JAMF Casper Suite
Education
Cal State University East Bay
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science, 2013 – 2017
Chabot College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Science, 2004 – 2006
Interests
Photography
Reading
Bicycling
Martial Arts
Arabic / Farsi Calligraphy
Wood Arts