Ahmad Maidi Hazaa, System Administrator | Full Time

Ahmad Maidi Hazaa

System Administrator | Full Time

Avesta Company

Location
Iraq - Erbil
Education
Bachelor's degree, Electronics And Communication Engineering
Experience
7 years, 4 Months

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Total years of experience :7 years, 4 Months

System Administrator | Full Time at Avesta Company
  • Iraq - Erbil
  • My current job since April 2022

1- Systems & Services that I’m working with:
a- Microsoft Azure (Officially Certified):
- Computing: VMs, VMs Scale Sets, App Services.
- Storages: Disks, Blobs, Files.
- Networking: vNets, LBs, App GW, Traffic Mgr, Front Door, VPN GW, DNS (Private, Public).
- Security: Service & Private Endpoints, NSGs, FWs, WAF, Bastion, DDoS Protection, Defender, Key Vault, Azure Recovery
Services, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Blueprint, Azure Policy…
- Management: Monitor, Automation, vNet Watcher, Resources Mover, Cloud Shell, Cost & Billing Mgmt.
- Azure AD: App Registration, MFA, Conditional Access, Identity Protection, Privileged Identity Management, AD Connect
b- Acronis (Officially Certified):
- Backup: Servers, VMs, Cloud, Applications, Systems, DBs, Endpoints.
- Security: Antivirus, Anti-Ransomware, Anti-malware, URL Filtering, Device Control, Vulnerabilities Assessments.
- Email Security: Anti-phishing, Anti-spam, Anti-malware, BEC Protection.
- Management: Patching, Scripting, Soft & Hard Inventory, RDP & Remote Assistance, Protection Plans.
- Others: DR Plans, Files Sharing & Notarization, DLP, EDR.
c- Fortinet (Officially Certified):
- Networking: DNS, DHCP, Routing (Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP), VPN (S2S, P2S), NAT, Proxy.
- Security: WAF, Web Filter, DNS Filter, Application Control, IPS.
- Monitoring: Logs, Network, Security, Users & Devices.
d- Microsoft 365:
- Exchange Online, Compliance, Security, Endpoint Manager
e- Other Systems & Services:
- OS Platforms: Windows Server, Linux.
- Cybersecurity: Kaspersky (KSC, KES, KSWS)
- Emails Hosting: Exchange Online, cPanel, G-Suite, SmarterMail.
- Domain Hosting & Protection: Cloudflare, GoDaddy.
- Websites Hosting: IIS, Nginx, cPanel.
- Servers: DELL, HPE, QNAP, LENOVO.
- Networks: Palo Alto, Barracuda
- Licensing: Microsoft 365, Windows Platforms, SQL Servers, VMware, Autodesk, Adobe.
2- Responsibilities & Duties:
a- Install and Configure the Windows Operating System in Cloud IaaS Providers for the Customers.
b- Provide all the necessary Assistance to the Cloud Servers, including Security Configurations, Patching, and Troubleshooting for
the Customers.
c- Resolve and Provide any Assistance about System Problems for the Customers.
d- Manage the Instances of the Cloud Infrastructure Services and the Multiple Cloud Servers for the Customers.
e- Coordination with the Development Department to Create, Develop and Support Cloud Windows Computing (Instances, DBs,
Storages) for the Customers.
f- Assist in the Administration of Cloud Services and the Windows Server Environment for the Customers.
g- Monitor and Analyze the Capabilities and Performance of the Systems for the Customers.
h- Responsible for Managing, Troubleshooting and Proactively Updating Hardware and Software Assets for the Customers.
i- Installing and Configuring Software, Hardware, Servers, and Networks for the Customers.
j- Finding the best way to Secure the IT Infrastructure of an Organization.
k- Building Firewalls into Network Infrastructures.
l- Seeking to build in Security during the Development Stages of Software Systems, Networks and Data Centers.
m- Follow up and Resolve the Customers IT Tickets via Phone or Email and Escalate them to the Vendor’s Support if needed.
n- Prepare and Do the Technical Presentations with the VIP Customers & Follow up with them if needed.
o- Provide the needed Training to the VIP Customers & our Company Employees.

IT Support Engineer | Full Time at NGCI Group (FastPay)
  • Iraq - Erbil
  • December 2019 to December 2021

1- End User Support: Provide IT Support to the Employees (Laptops, Desktops, IP Phones, Printers…)
2- Systems: Administration on Local Domain for Windows Server 2016 (AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP, WDS, FSRM, DFS, File Servers…) and IT Ticket System for receiving the Issues from all the Company Sites.
3- Cloud: Microsoft 365 Administration (SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Teams, Yammer), Google Workspace and Zoho.
4- Networks: Full Technical Works (Cabling, Patch Panel Termination, Rack Installation & Network Devices Installation), Plus Network Devices Configuration, Troubleshooting & Administration (Routers, Switches, APs, NAS…)
5- Servers: Prepare New Servers from the Scratch (Installation & Configuration) with providing the Needed Maintenance & Troubleshooting.
6- Surveillance Systems: IP-CCTV Cameras Installation & DVRs, NVRs Configuration.
7- Biometrics Systems: Fingerprint Devices Installation & Configuration, Plus Attendance Systems Administration.
8- Other Tasks:
- Fix and Maintain Laptops & Desktops (Hardware & Software) for all the Users.
- Install and Maintain Inverters, UPS and Other Electronic Devices
- Fix Hardware & Software Issues in POS Devices and deliver them to the Customers.
- Responsible for IT Assets Management for all the Employees in the Company.
- Control Monthly IT Budget, Bringing Offers and Purchase the Needed IT Items, Tools and Devices for the Company and the IT Stock
- Control IT Stock in all the Company Sites.
- Monthly Backup Users Data & Emails.
- Coordinate with the ISPs regarding to the Internet Issues.
- Coordinate with the Systems Supplier regarding to any System & Service Issues (ERP, BSS, VMS, VPN…)
- Coordinate with the Printers Supplier regarding to any monthly maintenance or critical issue.
- Give the Needed Training to the Employees regarding to any New Software, Applications & Systems.

IT Support Specialist | Part Time at FastBazzar
  • Iraq - Erbil
  • December 2019 to December 2020

1- End User Support: Provide IT Support to the Employees (Laptops, Desktops, IP Phones, Printers, Barcode Scanners…)
2- Networks: Full Technical Works (Cabling, Patch Panel Termination, Rack Installation & Network Devices Installation), Plus Network
Devices Configuration, Troubleshooting & Administration (Routers, Switches, APs…)
3- Surveillance Systems: IP-CCTV Cameras Installation & DVRs, NVRs Configuration.
4- Biometrics Systems: Fingerprint Devices Installation & Configuration, Plus Attendance Systems Administration.
5- IT Maintenance: Provide the full Hardware & Software Maintenance for all the IT Devices.
6- Control IT Budget, IT Assets, IT Procurement and IT Stock for the Company and Hubs.
7- Coordinate with the ISPs regarding to any Issue related to the Internet Connection.

IT Technical Engineer | Full & Part Time at Quantum for Tech
  • Syria - Homs
  • September 2017 to September 2019

1- Laptops & PCs Support: Provide the full Hardware & Software Support for the Clients, Plus Assemble New PCs from the Scratch.
2- Electronics Maintenance: Fix and Maintain the Electronic Devices (Inverters, UPS, PSU, MBs…)
3- Clients IT Support: Provide IT Support for the Clients Onsite and Remotely.
4- Network Devices: Configure & Fix Routers, APs and Repeaters.
5- Other Tasks:
- Install IP-CCTV Cameras with NVRs & DVRs Configuration
- Use the Programming Machine to fix the Software Issues for (PCs, Laptops…)
- Contact the Clients directly to Provide them the best Solutions regarding any IT Issue.
- Visit the Client Sites to Check the IT Equipment Status.

IT Support Specialist | Full Time at Middle East Cables
  • Syria - Homs
  • March 2018 to March 2019

1- End User Support: Provide IT Support to the Employees (Laptops, Desktops, Printers…)
2- Networks: Install & Configure Network Devices, Prepare & Install Network Racks, Network Cabling.
3- Servers: Check the Servers Status, Provide the Needed Upgrade & Troubleshooting.
4- IT Maintenance: Provide the Needed IT Maintenance (Networking, Servers…)
5- Surveillance & Attendance Systems.
6- Other Tasks:
- Responsible for IT Procurement in the Factory.
- Coordinate with ISPs regarding to the Internet Issues.
- Control IT Stock Items.

IT Help Desk | Full Time at Medico Labs
  • Syria - Homs
  • August 2016 to November 2017

1- Responsible for Technical Works: Electricity Cabling, Network Cabling and Devices installation.
2- Responsible for IT Maintenance (Hardware & Software): Laptops, PCs, Printers.
3- Responsible for Network (Hardware & Software): Routers, APs, Switches.
4- Responsible for IT Documentation: Employees Assets, IT Inventory.
5- Responsible for IP-CCTV Systems: Installation, Configuration and Maintenance.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Electronics And Communication Engineering
  • at Albaath University
  • December 2017

Bayt Tests

Basic Computer Skills Test
Score 90%
Basic Computer Skills Assessment
Score 90%

Specialties & Skills

Communications
Leadership
self motivation
Decision Making
Cisco Products
Electronics Maintenance
Laptops & PCs Maintenance (Hardware & Software)
IP-CCTV Systems
Servers
Networks (Installation, Maintenance)
Attendance Systems
Ubiquiti Products
Windows Server
Linux OS
Windows Systems
VMware ESXI
Microsoft 365
Google Workspace
Microsoft Azure

Social Profiles

Languages

Arabic
Native Speaker
English
Intermediate
Norwegian
Beginner

Training and Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2021
Valid Until:
February 2023
Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate (Certificate)
Date Attended:
July 2020
Valid Until:
July 2022
Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals (Certificate)
Date Attended:
May 2020
MCSA: Windows Server 2016 (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2020
MCSE: Core Infrastructure (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2020
Microsoft Certified Trainer (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2020
Valid Until:
April 2022
Microsoft 365 Administration (Training)
Training Institute:
Udemy
Date Attended:
November 2021
Duration:
6 hours
Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-103) (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
May 2020
Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
April 2020
MCSE Core Infrastructure (70-744) (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
March 2020
MCSA 2016 (70-740, 70-741, 70-742) (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
January 2020
MCSA 2016 (70-740, 70-741, 70-742) (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
January 2020
Laptops Hardware Maintenance (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
June 2019
MCSA 2012 (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
February 2018
IP – CCTV (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
January 2018
PCs Hardware Maintenance (Training)
Training Institute:
Online
Date Attended:
January 2018

Hobbies

  • Learning
  • Reading
  • Basketball
  • Bodybuilding