Sikandar Awan
Summary
Results-driven IT Systems Administrator with 7+ years of experience in cloud (AWS/Azure) and on-premise systems, specializing in the installation, configuration, security, and optimization of Linux and Windows servers. Proven ability to develop and support secure, scalable infrastructure, manage cross-functional teams, and implement cost-effective solutions that align with organizational goals. Skilled in system documentation, user training, and fostering team development. Adept at integrating data-driven tools to support business operations in government, healthcare, and education sectors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Assistant – Community Engagement Center
University of New Mexico
01.2023 - Current
- Supported internal systems to ensure seamless operation of outreach programs.
- Designed and maintained a feedback and training database aligned with Bloom's taxonomy.
- Led training sessions on digital systems for staff, incorporating system documentation and troubleshooting guidelines.
- Facilitated collaborative coordination with stakeholders across departments to support program infrastructure.
Technical Coordinator (CMS/IT/LMS)
National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST), Pakistan
03.2013 - 07.2019
- Installed, configured, and optimized hybrid system environments across Linux and Windows servers.
- Administered cloud resources (Azure) and supported disaster recovery, backup protocols, and system security.
- Managed and documented internal network configurations and user access policies.
- Integrated real-time streaming (Kafka) and NoSQL solutions for performance enhancement.
- Collaborated with development and administrative teams to analyze and enhance system capabilities.
- Trained and mentored junior system admins and tech support staff, improving team efficiency.
- Key Projects:
- LMS Analytics Warehouse: Integrated cloud-based Snowflake system reducing report generation time by 85%.
- System Migration: Migrated 100K+ records from Moodle to Oracle 11g, ensuring 99.9% data integrity.
- Security Optimization: Implemented access controls and audit logs supporting compliance with institutional standards.
- Executive Dashboard: Designed Power BI interface for real-time monitoring of system performance and KPIs.
Education
Ph.D. - Teacher Learning/Teacher Education
University of New Mexico
07.2025
M.S. - Information Technology in Education
NUST
01.2017
B.S. - Electronics Engineering (Database Concentration)
NUST
01.2012
Skills
- Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS)
- Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure (Databricks, Blob, Data Factory), GCP
- Tools & Technologies: PowerShell, Bash, Kafka, SPSS, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI
- Security: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Backup/DR planning, Network Security
- DevOps & Scripting: Python, PySpark, Java, Shell, ETL Pipelines
- Database: Snowflake, Oracle, Teradata, NoSQL, Cosmos DB
- Monitoring: Resource usage analysis, system tuning, documentation practices
Timeline
Project Assistant – Community Engagement Center
University of New Mexico
01.2023 - Current
Technical Coordinator (CMS/IT/LMS)
National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST), Pakistan
03.2013 - 07.2019
Ph.D. - Teacher Learning/Teacher Education
University of New Mexico
M.S. - Information Technology in Education
NUST
B.S. - Electronics Engineering (Database Concentration)
NUST