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Responsibilities:•Management and oversight of the firm's global advanced technology infrastructure• Administered enterprise security systems, implementing advanced firewalls and DLP solutions.•Executed end-to-end migration of global physical infrastructure to Azure, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and scalability• Managed and configured Cisco, Aruba, Arista, Fortinet, and Palo Alto networks, including SD-WAN, BGP, and OSPF, ensuring 99.9% network uptime.• Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans, improving organizational resilience.• Conducted network security audits, implementing solutions to mitigate risks.• Designed advanced network monitoring tools, increasing threat detection capabilities by 30%.Achievements:•Played a crucial role in the successful migration of our entire physical infrastructure(Networking Devices, Office 365, Productions Server) from global data centers to Azure, utilizing skills in cloud computing, virtualization, network design, and project management. This migration resulted in a 45% reduction in operational costs and significantly enhanced system scalability, reliability, and performance.•Optimize enterprise security systems, including McAfee ePO, DLP,VirusScan Enterprise, Carbon Black, SentianlOne leading to a 30% reduction in security incidents and a 20% improvement in system performance. Implemented user training programs that increased compliance with security protocols by 25%.•Successfully migrated the corporate SSL VPN infrastructure from Cisco to FortiGate, enhancing user experience and streamlining remote access for corporate users, resulting in a 40% improvement in connection stability and user satisfaction.•Transitioned corporate point-to-point VPN tunnels from physical data centers to Azure, achieving a 35% reduction in operational costs and significantly improving network scalability and flexibility.

Responsibilities:• Implemented WAN technologies, enhancing network reliability and performance across multiple locations.• Designed and configured Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking between VMware, networking components, and storage for high availability and maximum performance.• Conducted server performance analysis and tuning in enterprise environments, improving overall system efficiency.• Developed and implemented solutions for server consolidation, hardware refresh, and server virtualization using VMware, AWS, and Azure.• Created and deployed disaster recovery plans for critical VMs and application data, ensuring business continuity.• Successfully migrated key systems to AWS, enhancing deployment automation and infrastructure efficiency.• Transitioned 1000+ user systems to Office 365 and Azure, improving global accessibility and collaboration.• Implemented VPN solutions for secure remote access, boosting productivity for 500+ users.• Performed network performance analysis, resolving bottlenecks and increasing system efficiency by 20%.Achievements:•Led the successful migration of the executive on-premises Exchange 2010 platform to Office 365, utilizing tools such as Microsoft Exchange Online, Azure Active Directory Connect, and BitTitan MigrationWiz. This project resulted in improved email reliability, enhanced collaboration capabilities, and reduced maintenance overhead.•Successfully orchestrated the migration of critical systems to Amazon Web Services (AWS) using AWS Migration Hub, AWS Database Migration Service (DMS), and AWS CloudFormation, significantly enhancing deployment automation and optimizing infrastructure efficiency. This strategic move resulted in a 40% improvement in scalability, a 30% reduction in operational overhead, and a 25% increase in system reliability

Hicksville, Ny, Us

Responsibilities:.• Implemented WAN technologies, enhancing network reliability across multiple locations.• Configured Citrix and F5 systems, optimizing application delivery and load balancing.• Installed, configured, and maintained Cisco Meraki , Aruba, and Palo Alto equipment, enhancing network security and monitoring• Executed Office 365 SSO hybrid deployment, improving email system integration and security.• Installed Meraki equipment, enhancing network monitoring and security posture.Achievements:•Successfully implemented persistent and non-persistent VDI & Streaming VDI solutions using Citrix Provisioning Server, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, and Citrix Hypervisor, resulting in enhanced user experience and streamlined management of virtual environments.•Effectively implemented a new StoreFront design incorporating load balancing methods (SSL Offload and HTTP Compression) using NetScaler MPX appliances, Citrix ADC, Citrix StoreFront, and Citrix Workspace Environment Management (WEM), significantly improving system performance and user accessibility.•Migration of the executive on-premise Exchange 2010 platform to Office 365.

Responsibilities:• Led server consolidation to virtual environments, reducing costs and enhancing efficiency.• Configured VMware SRM for Disaster Recovery, ensuring business continuity.• Implemented Puppet for configuration management, optimizing Linux infrastructure.• Developed shell scripts for server automation, improving system monitoring accuracy.• Documented a comparative analysis of virtual requirements.• Determining customer requirements and designing VMware based solutions.Achievements :• Collaborated as part of a team to design, develop, and implement an automated Linux (CentOS, AWS) infrastructure using Puppet, Ansible, and Terraform. This initiative streamlined configuration management, enhanced system scalability, and improved overall operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:• Monitored network using Cacti, PingPlotter, SolarWinds, and PRTG, enforcing SLAs.•Managed and configured Cisco, Aruba, Arista, Fortinet, and Palo Alto networks, ensuring secure and optimized network operations.• Redesigned LAN, WAN, and Extranet, optimizing network performance.• Administered Veeam Backup and Replications, ensuring data integrity and availability.• Provided multi-level Helpdesk support, resolving issues efficiently.•Developed Disaster Recovery Solutions.•VoIP Network Infrastructure Design, Deployments, and MaintenanceAccomplishments:• Provided business-clients with efficient and superior support.• Deployed Puppet, Puppet Dashboard, and PuppetDB for configuration management to existing infrastructure.• Proactively collected information through client phone calls and in person meetings to identify and resolve product issues.

New York, Ny, Us

Responsibilities:• Led deployment of secure payment systems in vehicles, enhancing transaction security.• Implemented SharePoint for document management, improving quality assurance processes.• Designed and executed backup solutions with BackUp Exec, optimizing data recovery processes.•Managed and coordinated interactive training classes, training materials and schedules for new clients.Accomplishments:•Deployed over 2,000 systems to multiple clients in multiple US markets that supported over 10,000 users.•Spearheaded the introduction of a Quality Assurance Management system using Microsoft SharePoint 2007, integrated with Power Automate and InfoPath Forms Services. This implementation optimized production workflows, streamlined deployment processes, and enhanced overall operational efficiency.

New York, Ny, Us

Responsibilities:•Lead technical support for the development and deployment of new projects.• Developed database and web solutions using SQL, .NET, ASP, and PHP.• Configured Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Server 2003 with IIS, and MSSQL 2005.• Created various web applications including CRM System, CMS, and Event Management System.Accomplishments:•Designed and developed an in-house testing platform infrastructure incorporating SQL databases, ESXi hosts, and a sandbox environment. This platform facilitated comprehensive testing, improved system reliability, and accelerated deployment cycles.

İstanbul, Mecidiyeköy, Tr

Responsibilities:•Redesign of network infrastructure to support new expansion and growth.•Managed 30+ servers and 90 workstations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.•Led help desk operations, improving response times and user satisfaction.• Implemented network mapping and equipment purchasing, streamlining processes.Accomplishments:•Successfully introduced and implemented a comprehensive VoIP telephone system, including the design and installation of a PBX system managed by Avaya IP Office Manager. Utilized tools such as Avaya IP Office Contact Center, Avaya One-X Portal, and network assessment tools to ensure seamless integration, enhance communication capabilities, and optimize system performance.

• Supported customers in troubleshooting web hosting issues, enhancing user satisfaction• Configured and maintained Dell Power Edge servers, optimizing system performance and security.• Managed Windows IIS 5/6 servers, ensuring 99.9% uptime for web hosting services.