Azure Systems Engineer: A Proven Track Record in IT Infrastructure and Administration
A seasoned Azure Systems Engineer, with 15+ years in systems engineering and a decade in Azure administration and infrastructure. This professional has mastered the art of managing complex IT environments, from Hybrid AD infrastructure to overseeing extensive physical server networks.
- Skilled in managing Hybrid AD infrastructure with Azure AD synchronization
- Adept in building and installing server hardware platforms, including BIOS flashing, RAID disk configurations, and memory installation
- Proficient in supervising over 140 physical servers and network appliances, including transitioning to new datacenter environments
- Managed significant server and SAN infrastructure moves, successfully virtualizing most physical servers using VMware
- Routine management of software updates, security patches, and operating system hotfixes across various managed service providers
- Demonstrated ability to address hardware and software malfunctions, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
- Skilled in user acceptance testing, setting up environments for product feature assessments
- Worked closely with networking, firewall, security, and development teams, contributing significantly in weekly "Change Management" meetings to evaluate and implement IT changes
Advanced Technical Skills:
- Utilizes tools like Windows event log, System monitor, and process monitor to diagnose application bottlenecks
- Expert in PowerShell scripting for monitoring and alerting functions, including disk space, Windows service failures, and Active Directory Replication
- Proficient with Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools, including Kaseya and ConnectWise Automate
Known as "The Go-To Guy":
- Maintains a blog on Azure AD and Microsoft 365, reflecting a deep understanding of the platforms
- Exceptional in providing support during system outages and complex troubleshooting scenarios
He’s not just experienced but also a reliable and resourceful IT professional. With a knack for isolating failures and devising remediation strategies, he's the expert you need for seamless IT operations.
