Mohammed Azaruddin
IT Manager
Khobar
Summary
A zestful IT Security professional with over 10+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Cyber security and Information Security, seeking a position of IT Operations specialist in an organization, that reflects experience, skills, and personal attributes including dedication, meeting goals, creativity, and the ability to follow through.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
4
4
Certificates
Work History
IT Manager
Exxat System Pvt ltd
Pune
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Ensuring service requests and incidents are handled in timely manner
- Ensuring that all routine tasks and checks are performed everyday
- Ensured network security by verifying and configuring appropriate controls and policies
- Leading and managing three office locations IT teams.
- Setting their Goals and KRA's and Managing their shift rosters.
- Identified Operating System, Hardware and Network issues and performing troubleshooting
- Managing on-premises AD, DHCP, VPN and applications and also cloud platforms like Azure, AWS and GCP
- Experienced in AWS/GCP/Azure Cloud IaaS platform with features VM, VPC, Auto - Scaling, Security Groups, IAM, Storage, and CloudWatch/Azure Sentinel/Cloud Monitoring
- VAPT Process implemented on all Products
- Security Tools: Wireshark, Burp suit, Nessus, Netsparker, OWASP ZAP, NMAP etc.
- Administering Google Workspace(G-Suite) and Microsoft Office 365, Last Pass, OKTA, SIEM, Slack, Freshdesk, SQL & eTimetracker
- Configuring Notifications and log monitoring on all tools
- SPOC between certifying body and company for SOC2 certification
- Worked with SOC2 and ISO 27001-2013 ISMS external auditors.
- Managing Server, network and system performance, conducting preventive maintenance and security patching and firmware updates
- Remote Tools: RDP, TeamViewer, LogmeIn and Any Desk etc
- Maintaining CCTV and physical security systems
- Collaborating with Clients and different team leads to understand and identify their IT requirements
- IT Asset Management and Vendor Management(Security solutions providers, Laptop Vendors, AMC vendors).
- Managed vendor relationships for hardware, software, and services procurement, ensuring quality products at competitive prices.
- Facilitated seamless transitions during system upgrades or migrations by coordinating between stakeholders and mitigating potential disruptions to business operations.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by implementing comprehensive IT policies and procedures covering data privacy, security, and access controls.
- Improved network efficiency by implementing new server configurations and optimizing system operations.
- Streamlined processes through automation of routine tasks, increasing team productivity and reducing manual effort.
- Oversaw IT department operations and training.
- Coordinated IT operations activities to deliver smooth flow of daily business needs.
IT Operations & Security Admin
Verificient Technologies
Pune
10.2015 - 04.2022
- Ensuring service requests and incidents are handled in timely manner
- Ensuring that all routine tasks and checks are performed everyday
- Ensured network security by verifying and configuring appropriate controls and policies
- Identified Operating System, Hardware and Network issues and performing troubleshooting
- Managing on-premises AD, DHCP, VPN and applications and also cloud platforms like Azure, AWS and GCP
- Experienced in AWS/GCP/Azure Cloud IaaS platform with features VM, VPC, Auto - Scaling, Security Groups, IAM, Storage, and CloudWatch/Azure Sentinel/Cloud Monitoring
- VAPT Process implemented on all Products
- Security Tools: Wireshark, Burp suit, Nessus, Netsparker, OWASP ZAP, NMAP etc.
- Administering Google Workspace(G-Suite), Microsoft Office 365, Last Pass, OKTA, SIEM, Slack, Freshdesk, SQL & eTimetracker
- Configuring Notifications and log monitoring on all tools
- SPOC between certifying body and company for SOC2 certification
- Currently preparing for ISO 27001-2013 ISMS
- Managing Server, network and system performance, conducting preventive maintenance and security patching and firmware updates
- Remote Tools: RDP, TeamViewer and Any Desk etc
- Maintaining CCTV and physical security systems
- Collaborating with Clients and different team leads to understand and identify their IT requirements
- IT Asset Management and Vendor Management(Security solutions providers, Laptop Vendors, AMC vendors).
- Championed cybersecurity initiatives by implementing advanced threat detection measures and employee training programs.
- Supervised installation of new hardware components, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved IT infrastructure stability by implementing proactive monitoring and maintenance strategies.
- Maintained servers and systems to keep networks fully operational during peak periods.
- Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
Associate Desktop Support Engineer
Wipro InfoTech
Bengaluru
10.2015 - 04.2022
- Installing & Configuring Clint & Server OS
- Working on different Ticketing Tools (CA, CSAT, CIMS etc..) Installing & Configuring Anti-Virus( Symantec Endpoint Protection, Sophos , McAfee & Sophos) Installation of Lotus Notes & configuration of Lotus Notes
- Configuring RAID on Severs ( RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5) Creating Active Directory Users, Computers and Groups
- Active Directory server maintenance
- Data Recovery from Data recovery Software's.
Education
BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) - Computer Science And Programming
Gulbarga University
Gulbarga, India 08.2010 - 05.2013
Diploma - Computer Science
N. V. Society's Polytechnic
Gulbarga, KA 07.2006 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Nutan Vidyalaya Society
Gulbarga, India 07.1996 - 05.2006
Skills
Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace
Firewalls
Active Directory and Hybrid AD
Azure AD
Written Communication
Risk mitigation planning
Information confidentiality
Cybersecurity best practices
Documentation And Reporting
Azure, GCP and AWS
IT Compliance
IT Asset Management
IT infrastructure proficiency
End point configurations
Timeline
IT Manager
Exxat System Pvt ltd
05.2022 - 06.2024
IT Operations & Security Admin
Verificient Technologies
10.2015 - 04.2022
Associate Desktop Support Engineer
Wipro InfoTech
10.2015 - 04.2022
BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) - Computer Science And Programming
Gulbarga University
08.2010 - 05.2013
Diploma - Computer Science
N. V. Society's Polytechnic
07.2006 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Nutan Vidyalaya Society
07.1996 - 05.2006
Certification
CPENT, EC-Council, 07/01/22
Personal Skills
- Flexible and versatile to adopt new things in short time.
- Ability to work in a group as well as individual & Positive attitude.
- Strong observation and analytical approach towards task