• Provided strategic leadership in planning, design, management, and implementation of network and data center projects, ensuring alignment with established objectives.• Oversaw the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of large-scale network infrastructure.• Implemented and managed Microsoft Azure Cloud Solutions, ensuring comprehensive utilization of Azure services beyond load balancing, such as Virtual Networks, subnets, and Network Security Groups for Virtual machines.• Configured and troubleshooted diverse VPN connections, including Site-to-Site, Point-to-Site, Vnet-to-Vnet, and Vnet Peering.• Managed and maintained the complete IT infrastructure according to best practices, covering servers, PCs, routers, switches, Wi-Fi controllers, firewalls, and various other devices.• Played a pivotal role in budgeting for the IT department, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to meet strategic goals.• Performed network security design and integration.• Diagnosed and troubleshooted malfunctions of network, hardware, software applications, and security systems.• Implemented controls and procedures to protect information systems assets.• Administered Google Workspace, overseeing the Google email server, and managed Google Drive and shared folders for employees, ensuring a seamless collaborative environment.• Implemented and managed Google Workspace services to enhance productivity and communication.• Provided user support across all organizational levels, from the CEO and management to technicians, and data entry operators.• Configured Cisco 1800, 2800 series Routers, and Cisco SG 200 series switches.• Conducted regular security monitoring to identify possible intrusions and monitor network usage.• Managed projects and maintenance tasks in Redmine (ticketing system).

• Configured and set up Cisco routers, switches, Firewalls, VPN Concentrators, and Security appliances for secure access to business applications.• Configured and Installed Firewall devices such as FortiGate 60E, 80E, etc.• Designed, set up, and configured complex wireless networking (wireless controller & and access points) supporting open or secured access and the ability to support voice and video applications.• Assisted in the design of multi-server environments, including IP address schemes, DNS, WINS, terminal server, etc.• Maintained a thorough understanding of LAN/WAN concepts.• Maintained multi-site network operations and software applications, operating systems, and conducted regular maintenance for both private and public facilities.• Responded to inquiries from staff, administrators, service providers, site personnel, and outside vendors, providing technical assistance and support.• Represented the company at IT Seminars organized by Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, IBM, HP, Citrix, etc.• Assisted the CIO in the supervision and training of IT employees and interns, providing performance reports.• Provided networks and data center documentation.• Remained current on emerging technologies via professional groups, trade magazines, internal and external training, independent research, and study, and other sources.• Managed the installation and provided user support for Microsoft Dynamics AX.