Adnan Ahmed

Experience

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  Kohinoor Soap & Detergents (Pvt.) LTD.

  Oct 2002 - Mar 2009

  Network Administrator

  • Directed the implementation and performance tuning of Windows 2003 Server environment for client’s global operations. Delivered a major improvement over old VPN system that catapulted productivity of remote sales force• Resolved a history of problematic network failure by troubleshooting LAN/WAN connections between multiple stores for a regional retail chain • Replaced major manufacturer’s vulnerable network with robust security through joint architecture of firewall and DHCP • Stabilized, expanded and protected client network and PC environment. Built new file servers to maximize Web hosting, terminal server, file/print sharing and domain control performance Show less

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  OA Systems, Inc

  Apr 2009 - Aug 2017

  System Administrator

  • Installed, optimized and configured new servers and application upgrades in existing network environment as per requirements. • Installed and configured secured environment, VPN internet connectivity of virtualized server environment and clients. • Managed and administered Windows systems – Performed periodic maintenance, provided technical support and executed systems engineering. • Maintained MS Exchange Server – Performed troubleshooting and provided resolutions for server problems. • Implemented proper recovery procedures for disasters and administered user-accounts’ mailbox. • Maintained the timely back up of important data and management resources. • Assisted in the timely recovery of data lost due to software crash or hardware failure. • Conducted periodic performance tests on existing servers. • Managed and advised the deployment of new system designs. Show less

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  Protection One

  Oct 2017 - May 2018

  System Administrator

  . Performing sophisticated penetration examinations for the purpose of ascertaining the technical weaknesses existing the computer systems . Finding out effective ways of manipulating the vulnerable domains of the systems . Maintaining high level of security of the information that is crucial for the business growth of the organization. Performing installation, maintenance and tuning of server operating systems and management of user accounts. Managing Centralized Antivirus Protection through Sophos Endpoint Protection Manager. Providing operational support Show less

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  RapidCompute

  Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

  IT Engineer

  . Performing daily system administration tasks for optimized system performance and service availability .Performing installation, maintenance and tuning of server operating systems and management of user accounts .Managing Centralized Antivirus Protection through Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager.Providing operational support.Performing periodic hardware and software system maintenance backups.Installing, optimizing and configuring new servers and application upgrades in existing network environment as required.Installing, configuring and managing Hyper-V Environment .Conducting periodic performance tests on existing servers .Managing and advising deployment of new system designs Show less

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  Union Fabrics Pvt. Ltd

  Feb 2019 - Jun 2024

  • Plan, design and help the networking team in establishing a network knowing the requirements of the organization• Design specifications for establishing security in the networks and protecting vulnerable database• Coordinate with the hardware and software suppliers, negotiate with them and place necessary orders• Plan the budget for network, recommend proper software and hardware• Update the systems regularly with antivirus, firewall and spyware and protect any kind of viruses and breakdowns in the network• Maintain remote monitoring systems and keep a track of the use of resources provide to the employees and the end users• Sets authentication and authorization and restricts users from accessing important and vital information available• Management, Administration, Configuration and Troubleshooting of Complete SAP S/4 Hana landscape• Acting as a role model for all employees by continuously exhibiting a high level of service and attention to detail in all tasks• Analyzing QRadar logs to remediate the damage caused by any incident in the network.• Logs Analysis, Threat Hunting and creating signatures to avoid attacks. Show less .Running regular checks on network, systems and data security .Keeping day-to-day activities organized .Identifying and acting on opportunities to improve and update software and systems .Developing and implementing IT policy and best practice guides for the organization .Conducting Monthly system audits .Running and sharing regular operation system reports with senior staff .Overseeing and determining time frames for major IT projects including system updates, upgrades, migrations and outages .Providing direction for IT team members .Acting as a role model for all employees by continuously exhibiting a high level of service and attention to detail in all tasks Show less

  • Manager Network and Systems

    Jul 2021 - Jun 2024

  • Assistant Manager Network and Systems

    Feb 2019 - Jun 2021
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  RapidCompute

  Jun 2024 - now

  Manager Infrastructure

  •Leading Infrastructure team and responsible for Mentioned responsibilities•Designing, Deploying and maintaining IT infrastructure• Managing servers, Networks, Storages and Cloud resources• Implementing Security measures and Access Control• Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting Issues• Automating tasks through scripting, tools and crons• Ensuring high availability and disaster recovery• Looking after multiple type of virtualization like VMWare, Citrix Xen and KVM• Working on different clouds like VMware, Openstack and cloudstack for public and private clouds• Collaborating with Different venders for servers, storages and Networks• Scaling Infrastructure to accommodate growth and Demand• Maintaining Documentation and staying updated with technology trends Show less