ARMEN GHOSTAN KHACHATOURYAN
Glendale,CA
Summary
Experienced IT Systems Administrator with 10+ years of hands-on expertise in enterprise infrastructure, network security, and automation. Proven ability to deploy and manage Microsoft and Linux servers, virtualization platforms, and firewall systems. Currently transitioning into Cloud Engineering with growing experience in AWS and infrastructure as code. Strong communicator, quick learner, and passionate about building secure, scalable, and automated systems in hybrid and cloud environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Administrator
Evocca Bank
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed Palo Alto and Cisco firewalls to secure enterprise network
- Automated network monitoring and configuration using Python
- Maintained core and distribution switches and upgraded IOS firmware
- Implemented automated backup and disaster recovery procedures
Systems Administrator
ACBA Bank
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Deployed Microsoft infrastructure (AD, GPO, DHCP, DNS, WSUS, SCCM)
- Created and managed VMware ESXi hosts and Windows/Linux VMs
- Automated server tasks using PowerShell (user creation, logs, backups)
- Deployed Zabbix and SolarWinds for infrastructure monitoring
- Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software
IT Team Lead
Red Crescent Society
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Led national IT infrastructure projects across Red Crescent branches
- Migrated entire network from MPLS to Neuronta private platform
- Oversaw physical migration of server room to a new data center
- Coordinated with senior management to define IT strategy
System Administrator
Tehran International Exhibition Center
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Installed and managed physical and virtual servers
- Configured routers, switches, and Wi-Fi systems
- Deployed Exchange Server, SCCM, and Lync
- Applied critical patches to maintain system security and performance
Junior Network Administrator
ProCredit Bank
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Supported routing policy updates, core switching, and VLAN design
- Installed and configured network devices and printers
Help Desk Officer
ProCredit Bank
10.2010 - 12.2014
- Provided desktop support and basic troubleshooting
- Installed, modified, and repaired software/hardware
- Supported help desk operations and trained new staff
Help Desk Officer
Mobile Communication Company of Iran (MCI)
05.2010 - 10.2010
- Performed tests of functionality, security, and performance of different workstations and devices.
- Worked with software development team on reported errors and bugs on newly released software and assisted in deployment of release fixes.
- Provided basic end-user troubleshooting and desktop support.
- Installed, modified, and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
Education
Associate Degree - Information Technology
Islamic Azad University
01.2001
Skills
- Systems: Windows Server (2012–2019), Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP
- Cloud: AWS EC2, S3, IAM, Azure Active Directory (basic level)
- Virtualization: VMware ESXi, vCenter, Hyper-V
- Networking & Security: Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, VLAN, Port Security, VPN, Routing (OSPF/BGP)
- Scripting & Automation: PowerShell, Python (automation scripts, backups, provisioning)
- Monitoring Tools: Zabbix, SolarWinds
- Other Tools: SCCM, WSUS, Exchange Server, Git
LANGUAGES
Armenian Native
Native or Bilingual
English Intermediate
Professional Working
Persian Native
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Led the IT team at Iranian red crescent society Managed planning, approval, and execution of infrastructure projects across Red Crescent branches.
- Migrated national network to Neuronta private platform Transitioned Red Crescent's entire branch infrastructure from MPLS to Neuronta, enhancing performance and central control.
- Relocated national server room warsaw physical migration of hardware and services to a new data center with structured cabling and optimized layout.
Certification
- MCSA – Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator – MFT Tehran, 2006
- MCSE – Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer – MFT Tehran, 2007
- Windows Server Advanced Features – Microsoft Innovation Center, Yerevan
- CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate (Expired) – 2015
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate (Studying – Planned for Fall 2025)
- LPIC-1 / LPIC-2 – Linux Professional Certifications (Planned for 2025)
Timeline
Network Administrator
Evocca Bank
10.2022 - 08.2024
Systems Administrator
ACBA Bank
08.2020 - 10.2022
IT Team Lead
Red Crescent Society
05.2018 - 08.2020
System Administrator
Tehran International Exhibition Center
05.2015 - 05.2018
Junior Network Administrator
ProCredit Bank
12.2014 - 04.2015
Help Desk Officer
ProCredit Bank
10.2010 - 12.2014
Help Desk Officer
Mobile Communication Company of Iran (MCI)
05.2010 - 10.2010
Associate Degree - Information Technology
Islamic Azad University
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