ABDULBARI SHEIKH
Columbus
Summary
Detail-oriented data center professional with 6+ years of experience supporting secure hyperscale environments. Hands-on experience assisting with rack moves, hardware handling, access control systems, and ticket management in high-availability facilities. Strong foundation in computer hardware, structured cabling, and troubleshooting. Proven ability to work safely in fast-paced, mission-critical environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Installer
E2 Optics
Columbus
02.2026 - Current
- Installed equipment following safety guidelines and manufacturer specifications.
- Collaborated with team to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
- Operated hand and power tools for various installation tasks efficiently.
- Conducted quality checks to ensure proper functionality of installed systems.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand installation requirements.
- Troubleshot installation issues promptly to minimize delays in project completion.
Data Center Security Officer
Securitas
Hilliard
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Supported technicians during rack installations, decommissions, and hardware relocations within secure data halls.
- Transported and secured servers and networking equipment following strict chain-of-custody procedures.
- Managed access controls including badge permissions and red-zone compliance.
- Created and tracked service tickets related to maintenance, alarms, and infrastructure support.
- Conducted facility inspections and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Supporting AWS Data Centers
Data Center Security Officer
Allied Universal
Columbus
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Monitored secure access points and supported daily operations within a large-scale data center environment.
- Coordinated with operations teams to maintain compliance and infrastructure protection.
- Documented incidents, visitor logs, and equipment transfers with high accuracy.
Education
High school or equivalent -
Franklin Heights High School
Skills
- Rack & Stack Support
- Server & Hardware Handling
- Structured Cabling Fundamentals (Copper & Fiber)
- Basic Networking (IP, Switches, Patch Panels)
- Ticketing Systems & Incident Documentation
- Access Control & Secure Facility Operations
- Safety & Compliance in Mission-Critical Environments
- Troubleshooting & Root Cause Awareness
- OSHA regulations compliance
Core Technical Skills
- Rack & Stack Support
- Server & Hardware Handling
- Structured Cabling Fundamentals (Copper & Fiber)
- Basic Networking (IP, Switches, Patch Panels)
- Ticketing Systems & Incident Documentation
- Access Control & Secure Facility Operations
- Equipment Transport & Chain-of-Custody Procedures
- Safety & Compliance in Mission-Critical Environments
- Troubleshooting & Root Cause Awareness
Timeline
Installer
E2 Optics
02.2026 - Current
Data Center Security Officer
Securitas
08.2025 - 02.2026
Data Center Security Officer
Allied Universal
01.2019 - 01.2024
High school or equivalent -
Franklin Heights High School