Yusuf Sahibzada
Bowie,MD
Summary
Experienced Systems and Network Administrator with 7+ years of expertise in Windows Server 2019, Azure Cloud Environments, Security (DUO, OKTA, Bluemira), Cisco ASA, SonicWall VPN, SAN HPE storage and iSCSI, as well as experience with Ansible, Terraform, and Jenkins. Skilled in running, maintaining, and improving cloud environments, with a focus on security and system performance, as well as automation. Hands-on experience with Azure, AWS, Docker, Jenkins, Gitlabs, Github, and a variety of automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins CLI. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues, optimize workflows, and contribute to scalable, high-performance infrastructures, on prem and in the cloud.
Experienced with network design, implementation, and maintenance. Utilizes advanced troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical issues efficiently. Knowledge of network security protocols and best practices ensures robust and secure system performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Administrator
Truth Initiative
01.2023 - Current
- Manage and improved cloud environments (primarily Azure) for the organization’s infrastructure using PowerShell, Azure cli, and exchange online cli for automation and management
- Designed and optimized automation using tools like Terraform and Ansible, automating deployment and infrastructure provisioning
- Primarily on prem Linux server and Azure Linux VDI
- Configure and maintain Docker containers using cli and Portainer for seamless application deployment
- Managed Active Directory from configuring roles from DNS, DHCP, RDGW, RDP, AADC, and File Permissions
- Also managed the creation of AD users when onboarding and offboarding, automated via powershell and azure cli
- Monitor and maintain system health and performance through automated solutions, ensuring high availability
- Using tools like Veeam backup and N-Able/Bluemira
- Used tools such as Jenkins and Gitlab to continuously integrate and deploy our developers code to production
- (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
- Monitor and maintain our internal Gitea and Github repository in the cloud and on prem
- Collaborate with development teams to enhance build, test, and deployment processes, focusing on high levels of automation
- VLAN and IP address implementation for static servers as well as DHCP enabled hosts
- Using Active Directory DHCP and Powershell to automate assignment
- Use of intune to manage, set policies and conditional access for Apple Devices (iPhones/iPads)
- Plus led the implementation with a test group then pushed to production after testing
- Manage our AADC for our OUs syncing from on prem to the cloud in Azure
Service Engineer
JACS Solutions
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Conducted penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and firmware updates for internal systems and cloud infrastructure
- Using tools such as Nessus, CrackmapExec, Nmap, Burpsuite, MSFVenom/msfconsole and PFSense
- Automated internal processes using Bash and PowerShell scripting, contributing to more efficient operations
- Deploying, and maintaining secure and scalable networks, including VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, and load balancers using Cisco ASA and SonicWall FW
- Supported cloud migrations and troubleshooting for clients utilizing Office 365 and Windows/Linux environments
- Managed and troubleshot Linux and Windows servers, enhancing system stability and performance
- Using tools such as top, htop, ps, find, grep, nmtui, eventviewer, cockpit, cyberark and threatlocker
- Using ITGlue for web based documenting and managing tasks for Interns under me as well as myself
- Usage of MDM solutions like Addigy, Jamf and Intune for managing mobile devices such as Android Tablets and Phones
- Helped build and set-up our on prem Azure Active Directory Connect server (Dell Power Edge R730)
Jr. Windows Administrator
Axelon
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Assisted in P2V migrations using Azure File Sync and Azure Migrate (vNets, ExpressRoute, NSGs)
- Managed our cloud environment in Azure using Entra AD, Azure Active Directory, and Azure Active Directory Connect
- Worked on Hyper-V/ESXi virtualization, spinning up VMs as needed for contractors and maintaining the health using tools such as Skyline and Windows Admin Center
- Implemented DUO and OKTA for SSO and MFA throughout the whole organization for security as well as convenience
- Used intune to track devices such as iPhones and iPads throughout the organization and apply conditional access and company policies for those devices
- LAN/WAN troubleshooting involving CISCO ASA and Ubiquiti UniFi APs
Jr. Network Administrator
Security Exchange Commission
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Administered services such as DNS, DHCP, RDP, RDGW, and VPNs in on-prem environment
- (Cisco ASA)
- Managed and troubleshot virtual machine installations
- Using ESXi and Hyper-V
- Created and deployed Linux VMs (Ubuntu LTS) on Hyper-V and ESXi
- Managed the availability and maintenance of those VMs through tools like (Veeam Backup, Windows Admin Center, vCenter, vSphere, and vSphere HA)
- Implemented automation tools like Ansible for better configuration management and system provisioning to Linux VMs
- LAN/WAN troubleshooting involving CISCO ASA and Aruba HPE
- Basic ticketing using software such as JIRA, and confluence
Archivist
National Archives and Records Administration
05.2013 - 01.2014
- Configured and maintained Windows Servers (Dell R720s)
- Maintained Active Directory and implemented creation of users and groups
- Defined and administered GPOs in relation to departments
- Automated certain tasks using Powershell and CMD
- Archived records for thousands of companies and national organizations dating back 70-100 years old
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD09.2016
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Maryland
MD07.2018
Skills
- Azure
- Jenkins
- Terraform
- Ansible
- Docker
- PowerShell
- Windows Server 2019
- LAN/WAN
- Kali Linux
Accomplishments
1. Developed Powershell Scripts to enhance workflow and automation in organizations environment to cut down time on mundane tasks
2. Built out and configured our intune environment from the setup process in the cloud to integrating devices and MDM groups via Azure
3. Upgraded Windows Servers from 2019 >> 2022 in our infrastructure and migrated equipment to a Datacenter in Ashburn, which in return saved money and expenses for the company
4. Built out and integrated DUO security groups and implemented on our AD which in return allowed users to be easily added to our DUO onboarding
5. Built Azure scripts to offboard and onboard users which in return gives back time for other important tasks
6. Upgraded my own Router from Verizons to Microtek and implemented DHCP, Wifi, and VLANs for security
7. Built out a Proxmox Homelab using Dell Power Edge R730 and Intel NUCS
8. Bought my own domain and started hosting internal services through it using Cloudflare and Azure
Certification
- MS-900: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals
- AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Network+
- Server+
- CNIP
- Credly: https://www.credly.com/users/yusuf-sahibzada
Personal Information
Title: Systems and Network Administrator
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
In my free time, I indulge in working on my home lab, where I implement services that can enhance my family’s experience, particularly for media streaming and photo sharing
When I’m not engrossed in my office projects, I relish taking walks outdoors and immersing myself in nature
I’m quite active and enjoy working out at the gym In my honest opinion, maintaining good health is paramount
On weekends, I also enjoy cooking with my wife in the kitchen I believe I’m quite the cook and love experimenting with new recipes
Timeline
Network Administrator
Truth Initiative
01.2023 - Current
Service Engineer
JACS Solutions
05.2019 - 09.2021
Jr. Windows Administrator
Axelon
04.2019 - 05.2019
Jr. Network Administrator
Security Exchange Commission
10.2016 - 10.2017
Archivist
National Archives and Records Administration
05.2013 - 01.2014
- MS-900: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals
- AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Network+
- Server+
- CNIP
- Credly: https://www.credly.com/users/yusuf-sahibzada
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Maryland
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