Summary
Overview
Certification
Work History
Education
Skills
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Ritesh Makwana

Ritesh Makwana

System Administrator
Gandhinagar,GJ

Summary

Experienced System Administrator with Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals certifications. Demonstrated expertise in the IT and services industry, with a strong background in Office 365, PowerShell, network devices, and IT infrastructure management. Skilled in leading teams, implementing IT policies, providing application support, and delivering technical training. Committed to optimizing system performance and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
3
3
Languages

Certification

AZ-900 - Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals

Work History

Senior IT Support Specialist

Telus Digital
Gandhinagar, Gujarat
03.2025 - Current

• Technical Support Provide advanced troubleshooting and resolution for incidents and service requests, including hardware, software, and network issues Serve as the primary escalation point for complex technical problems.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues and work with relevant teams to implement permanent fixes. Incident and Request Management Log, categorize and prioritize tickets in the IT Service Management (ITSM) system.
• Ensure incidents and requests are resolved or escalated within SLA timelines. Follow up with stakeholders to confirm resolution and gather feedback.
• Knowledge Management and Mentorship Create and update knowledge base articles, troubleshooting guides, and user documentation.
• Mentoring, training, and guidance to junior service desk analysts.
• Lead team knowledge-sharing sessions to address common issues and solutions.
• Process Compliance and Improvement Ensure adherence to ITIL-aligned processes for incident, problem, and change management.
• Identify process inefficiencies and propose solutions to improve service delivery.
• Collaborate with IT teams to streamline workflows and enhance the user experience.
• Customer Engagement and Satisfaction Build strong relationships with end-users and stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Actively monitor customer feedback and address any concerns or complaints.
• Advocate for end-user needs in discussions with IT leadership and technical teams.
• System Monitoring and Reporting Monitor IT systems and services to identify potential issues proactively.
• Generate and analyze reports on service desk performance, ticket trends, and SLA adherence.
• Recommend and implement actions based on performance metrics

Lead System Administrator

Lancesoft
Vadodara, Gujarat
09.2019 - 10.2024
  • Good Exposure in office 365 like Managing distribution lists, mailboxes, audit logs, eDiscovery searches, and mailbox retention policies
  • Skills in Office 365 applications like power automate, SharePoint and One drive
  • Have experience of creating and maintaining Sharepoint knowledge sites
  • Implemented IT policies and procedures
  • Provided technical training to team members
  • Maintained servers, desktops, routers, switches, firewalls, and other IT equipment
  • Audit on a periodic basis
  • Installed, configured, and maintained network devices
  • Managed Watchguard Firewalls, including policy creation and VPN connectivity
  • Exposure of PowerShell Scripting Language for office 365 related tasks, Handling Security incidents and alerts in Office 365
  • Acted as an L2 & L3 escalation point for application support
  • Extensive knowledge of JobDiva, an ATS Platform for recruiting for implementation and integration with different services
  • Interacting with various Service providers regarding implementation and ongoing issues
  • Asset Inventory Management
  • Managed Active Directory and Group Policies

System Engineer

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Pvt Ltd (on behalf of Precision Techserve Pvt. Ltd.)
Vadodara, Gujarat
05.2015 - 01.2016
  • Installed and configured Windows operating
    systems
  • Troubleshot software, hardware, and networking
    issues
  • Configured network settings for TCP/IP and
    internet setup
  • Handling approximately 10-20 Tickets per day
  • Resolved issues related to operational
    components for LAN, WAN.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with
    knowledgeable support and quality service.

IT Executive

Krystal Steel Mfg. Pvt. Ltd.
Manjusar, Savli, Gujarat
04.2014 - 05.2015
  • Provided technical support for hardware,
    software, and network issues, ensuring timely
    resolution and minimal disruption to business
    operations.
  • Administered Active Directory environments and
    implemented group policies to manage user
    access, security settings, and permissions across
    the network.
  • Monitored and maintained CCTV surveillance
    systems to ensure consistent operation and
    security coverage.
  • Configured, managed, and maintained Quick
    Heal Firewall to safeguard the network from
    external threats and ensure data integrity.
  • Installed, configured, and supported a variety of
    IT equipment, including desktops, laptops,
    printers, and peripheral devices, to meet
    organizational needs.
  • Managed user accounts, permissions, and
    password policies in Active Directory, ensuring
    secure access to network resources.

Laptop Hardware Engineer

Laptop HUB
Vadodara, Gujarat
03.2012 - 03.2014
  • Performed diagnostic tests on laptop hardware to
    identify malfunctions, providing timely solutions to
    enhance device performance and reliability.
  • Replaced faulty laptop components, including
    motherboards, hard drives, RAM, and screens,
    ensuring device met operational standards.
  • Provided technical support for end-users,
    diagnosing and resolving issues related to laptop
    performance, connectivity, and system stability.
  • Managed installation and configuration of
    operating systems, drivers, and firmware updates,
    ensuring all hardware components functioned
    correctly.
  • Performed hardware upgrades, including
    memory and storage expansions, to improve
    performance and lifespan of laptop devices.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications (B.C.A.) -

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam University
Indore, India
01.2016 - 01.2019

Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C.) -

G.S.H.S.E.B.
Vadodara, India

Secondary School Certificate (S.S.C.) -

G.S.E.B.
Valsad, India

Skills

Office 365 Applications (Power Automate, SharePoint)

Timeline

CCNA 200-301 - Cisco Certified Network Associate

03-2025

Senior IT Support Specialist

Telus Digital
03.2025 - Current

AZ-900 - Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals

10-2024

Lead System Administrator

Lancesoft
09.2019 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Computer Applications (B.C.A.) -

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam University
01.2016 - 01.2019

System Engineer

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Pvt Ltd (on behalf of Precision Techserve Pvt. Ltd.)
05.2015 - 01.2016

IT Executive

Krystal Steel Mfg. Pvt. Ltd.
04.2014 - 05.2015

Laptop Hardware Engineer

Laptop HUB
03.2012 - 03.2014

Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C.) -

G.S.H.S.E.B.

Secondary School Certificate (S.S.C.) -

G.S.E.B.
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