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Siraz Zahir
Open To Work

Siraz Zahir

Doha

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

IT Support SpecialistInformation Technology InternIT Systems Administrator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Doha, QatarUAE
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

IT Support and System Administrator with hands-on experience in end-user support and system management across cloud and on-premises environments. Strong background in Microsoft 365, Windows Server, and networking, coupled with proven skills in incident resolution and maintaining secure IT systems within multinational settings.

Overview

2
2
year of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

IT Support Specialist

VA IT
Melbourne, Victoria
04.2025 - 02.2026
  • Provided L1/L2 IT support to end users, resolving hardware, software, and network incidents to maintain service levels
  • Troubleshot LAN/WAN, VPN, DNS, DHCP, and connectivity issues to restore services swiftly
  • Administered Microsoft 365 services, managing user accounts and ensuring seamless access to Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive
  • Manage servers, virtual machines, and cloud resources to ensure system availability and performance
  • Implement endpoint security policies, antivirus management, and user access controls
  • Perform user onboarding and offboarding, account provisioning, and access management
  • Monitor backups and support disaster recovery operations
  • Maintain IT documentation, asset records, and operational reports
  • Provided remote IT support in Australia

Information Technology Intern

Deloitte
Colombo, Sri Lanka
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Provided IT support for 600+ enterprise users, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues
  • Resolved incidents using ticketing systems and followed escalation procedures
  • Supported Microsoft 365 administration including user accounts, mailboxes, Teams, and SharePoint
  • Assisted with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy administration
  • Performed network troubleshooting, VPN support, and connectivity monitoring
  • Implemented security controls, endpoint protection, and password policies to enhance data security
  • Prepared SOPs, user guides, and IT documentation
  • Supported IT maintenance for on-premises and cloud infrastructure, contributing to system reliability

Education

BSc (Hons) - Computer Networks

University of Wolverhampton (CINEC Campus)
Sri Lanka
01-2025

Higher National Diploma - Networking

British College of Applied Studies (BCAS)
Sri Lanka
01-2024

Skills

  • Microsoft 365 Administration
  • Active Directory, Group Policy
  • Windows 10/11, Windows Server 2016/2019
  • Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Endpoint Security, Patch Management
  • IT Service Management (ServiceNow)
  • Remote Support Tools
  • Backup & Recovery
  • Firewall (Basic)
  • Microsoft Azure
  • VMware, Hyper-V
  • Linux Support
  • VoIP Support
  • Website Troubleshooting
  • IT Asset Management

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) – April 2025
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) – In Progress
CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) – Training Completed (Winsys Campus, Sri Lanka)
Certified ESET MSP Administrator Specialist – January 2025

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Beginner
A1

Timeline

IT Support Specialist

VA IT
04.2025 - 02.2026

Information Technology Intern

Deloitte
09.2024 - 04.2025

BSc (Hons) - Computer Networks

University of Wolverhampton (CINEC Campus)

Higher National Diploma - Networking

British College of Applied Studies (BCAS)
Siraz Zahir