aryan ali

• Network & Security
• Configured, managed, and monitored Sophos & FortiGate firewalls
(policies, NAT, VPN, IPS, web, application, filtering, )
• Sophos security solutions Sophos Central including endpoint
protection, policies and reporting
• Implemented firewall rules security policies and access controls to
protect production environments
• Monitored security logs and responded to incidents and threats
• Installed, configured, and maintained hosts and virtual machines
• Managed VM lifecycle (provisioning, cloning, snapshots, resource
allocation)
• Performed patching upgrades, and troubleshooting with minimal
downtime
• Server configuration add host
• Switching & Network Infrastructure
• Configured and managed Aruba Core Switches
• Implemented trunking aggregation
• Monitored network performance and resolved connectivity issues
• Ensured high availability and network stability
• Installed, configured, and maintained Windows Server
(2016/2019/2022/2025) Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, File & Print services
• Managed server patching, monitoring, backups, and recovery replication
• Supported both physical and virtual servers in production
• Microsoft 365/Office 365
• Managed Microsoft 365 environment, including user accounts, licenses,
and security policies
• Administered Exchange Online, OneDrive and SharePoint for
collaboration and secure mail flow
• Configured password policies, and compliance measures for end users
• Storage setup configuration, and management etc
• Raid configuration & management (raid

managing servers, networks, and security systems to ensure smooth and secure IT operations. Skilled in troubleshooting, user management, system maintenance, and firewall configuration. Ensures data backup, network stability, and overall technical support within the organization.

• Network & Server Management: Setup monitor and maintain servers
LAN/WAN and VPNs
• User&Access Management: Create/manage accounts, permissions and
email systems.
• Security: Apply updates antivirus firewalls, and monitor for threats
• Backup & Recovery: Backup critical data and test restore procedures
• Software & Hardware: Install/update software maintain devices
• Documentation: Keep logs, IT policies, and system configurations.
• Essential Rules / Best Practices:
• Use strong passwords & multi-factor authentication.
• Keep systems patched and updated.
• Limit admin access; audit accounts regularly.
• Backup data regularly and test recovery.
• Install only authorized software.
• Document all IT activities and incidents.
• Follow privacy legal and organizational policies.
• Daily Tasks: Monitor systems handle support review backups check
security alerts
• Managed office IT equipment: desktops laptops, and peripherals
• Installed, maintained, and monitored CCTV systems for office security
• Troubleshot hardware and software issues to ensure smooth operations
• Supported network setup, printers, and other office devices