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MUHAMMAD SALMAN KHAN

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Seasoned Systems Engineer with 8 years' expertise in architecting, implementing, and optimizing robust IT systems. Proficient in server administration, virtualization technologies, and network configuration. Adept at enhancing security protocols and leveraging Active Directory for seamless user management. Experienced in Azure cloud solutions, driving efficient migration and resource management. Collaborative team player skilled in multidisciplinary coordination. Committed to staying updated with evolving trends to deliver innovative solutions. Recognized for troubleshooting finesse, ensuring high-performing, secure, and interconnected systems.

SKILLS

Cloud Computing

Computer Hardware Knowledge

Penetration Testing

Wide Area Network (WAN)

TCP/IP Protocol

Cybersecurity

Hardware and Software Installation

Scripting Skills

Server Deployment

Backup Testing

EXPERIENCE

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR 03/2023 to 7/2023

OceanFirst Bank

Planned and implemented vulnerability remediation based on the Rapid7 vulnerability tool report.

Consistently achieved 100 percent compliance in Windows patch deployment, software deployment and baseline policies using Microsoft SCCM.

Improved task efficiency by 30% through PowerShell automation scripting

Updated VMWare ESXi hosts using Vmware update manager and installed patches and updates on Virtual Machines

Migrated virtual machines within different datacenters using VMotion

Configured Patches, Snapshots, Templates in VMWare environment

Configured Windows and Linux virtual machines on ESX servers

Utilized AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Azure Active Directory (AD) to establish role-based access control (RBAC), ensuring the principle of least privilege across the cloud environment.

Implemented robust monitoring and logging solutions using AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and third-party security information and event management (SIEM) tools to promptly detect and respond to security incidents.

Conducted regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on cloud assets, addressing any findings to maintain the integrity of the PCI compliant environment.

Implemented data encryption at rest and in transit, utilizing AWS Key Management Service (KMS) and SSL/TLS protocols.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure performance

Managed user accounts, groups and controlling access rights using Active Directory

Troubleshoot Active Directory including Users and Computer and Sites and Services Replication

Configured, implemented and troubleshoot Group Policy

Migrated Juniper switches to Cisco in Bank Branches with minimum customer impact.

Responsible for monitoring systems (LogicMonitor & OpManager) to identify system bottlenecks and resolve technical problems proactively

TECH LEAD 07/2022 to 02/2023

Tech Mahindra

Successfully implemented all the remediation suggested in the Active Directory security audit which resulted in more secure Active Directory infrastructure and high customer satisfaction

Implement Active Directory remediation using CIS baseline policies

Troubleshoot Active Directory replication issues

Planned and executed 200 servers upgrade from 2012R2 to 2019

Planned and implemented new Active Directory implementation in Google cloud and demoted on Premises Domain Controller as part of the Datacenter migration project

Migrated FSMO roles as part of the AD audit and Servers/Datacenter migration project to the cloud

Installed and configured new RODC in Google regions and accomplished more secure AD infrastructure as part of AD audit remediation project

Used PowerShell scripts to collect file and folder permissions on the file server and migrated file server to Nasuni cloud storage using Robocopy, resulting in a smooth migration with minimum interruption

Provided support for troubleshooting and resolution of ESX virtual infrastructure technical problems and issues, such as unplanned outages or performance issues.

Owned and managed equipment and inventory, maintaining prescribed levels for technical equipment and supplies

Performed as technical leader for Windows and VMWare platforms advancements and developments.

Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees

Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees

Monitored ticket resolution rates, confirming quick and effective technical service call outcomes

SYSTEMS ENGINEER (CONTRACTOR) 04/2022 to 07/2022

MHA, Inc

Configure and implement Active Directory Group Policy

Manage O365 and Azure portal

Install Microsoft Defender agent on Azure VMs to meet company’s security standards

Knowledge of Kerberos and SAML authentication

Utilized ARM template to efficiently deploy resources in Azure cloud.

Responsible for daily System monitoring (Using Netwrix) and preparing weekly System Audit reports

Troubleshoot hardware and space issues on storage (Pure and Tintri)

Prepare and publish system health check report.

Documented system configuration, mapping and processes

Maintained stability, integrity and efficient operation of information systems supporting organizational functions

Suggested system updates or changes after conduct in-depth technical reviews

Completed software updates and assessed security patches for optimized computer use

Optimized networked software and operating systems by applying updates and patches

Handled scripting tasks for debugging and automation using PowerShell.

INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT ENGINEER 02/2019 to 03/2022

Orion Systems Integrators

Provided remote support, patch management and software deployment

Manage Hyper-V Host machines and Hyper-V Clusters

Manage O365 Exchange Admin Center

Experience working on Azure AD and Azure VMs

Setup MFA in O365

Handle day to day end user support

Setup and support audio/video during zoom and teams conference and meetings

Experience with Azure VMs migration

Experience on Windows Server 2008 to 2019

Experience provisioning Windows 10 Workstations

Manage and troubleshoot File and Print Server

Experience with Symantec and SentinelOne security tools

Recovered Veeam Backup server after disaster

Migrated Veeam server to new hardware and upgraded to V11 to achieve backup reliability

Configures QNAP SAN storage as a backup storage for new Veeam Server.

Run Disaster recovery scheduled test activity

Configured and deployed Group Policy

Managing Active Directory tasks using PowerShell scripts

Working knowledge of SonicWall Firewalls

Configuring, upgrading, Installing and managing network switches

NETWORK ENGINEER 09/2017 to 02/2019

SysNet Solution

Server build and patching

Working experience on Active Directory and Exchange Server 2010 and 2013 and 2016

Installed and configured Windows 10 Workstations

Create, manage and configure new AD users and Groups in Active Directory

Install, configure and manage DHCP and DNS in Server 2008R2 and Server 2012

Created Map Drive and File sharing

Assign group policies

Configure Windows Security and Assign permissions

Created new mailboxes in Microsoft Exchange 2010 and 2013

Spam filtering in Barracuda email filter

Migrated mailboxes from Exchange 2010 to Exchange 2016

Created and configured new mailboxes in exchange server 2010, 2013 and 2016

Installed and Configured ESXI 6.5 on Dell Server and configuring IDRAC and RAID

Experience working on Microsoft Hyper-V Server

Experience migrating Servers from VMWare to Hyper-V platform

Created Security Groups, OUs and configuring group policy

Installed network rack and setting up network devices including modem, router

Firewall and switches

Installed and configuring VOIP phones, switches, routers and wireless access points

Installed and Configuring SonicWall Firewall

Installed, configured and maintained office networks

PC, Mobile and Mac Support

Configuring Veeam backup and recovery

Troubleshooting MS Office and Outlook issues.

SUPPORT ENGINEER 11/2011 to 06/2014

HP, Mushko Electronics

Installed, configured, troubleshoot, maintained computer hardware and software components

Provided on site and remote support to 500 users and maintained SLA.

EDUCATION

Preston University, Lahore, Pakistan

Bachelor of Science, Electronics Technology, 11/2012

GPA: 3.5

CERTIFICATIONS

Azure Fundamentals

Azure Administrator (Udemy Certificate)

MCSE (Certificate of completion from AvTech Institute)

CCNA

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