Ahmed Alzahrani
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Senior IT Systems and Cloud Administrator with extensive experience in enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and large-scale Microsoft environments. Expert in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, and Active Directory administration, with strong capabilities in automation using PowerShell.
Proven track record in managing mission-critical systems, supporting AI-related infrastructure, and maintaining high availability under high-pressure environments. Skilled in resolving complex technical challenges, optimizing cloud resources, and ensuring operational continuity during critical events and large-scale system migrations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Network and system engineer
National Information Center
Riyadh
2018.08 - Current
- Oversaw transition from IPv4 to IPv6-reduced complexity in IP address management.
- Ensured optimal performance with routine system maintenance.
- Streamlined communication flow with structured cabling systems.
- Designed scalable systems for enhanced business productivity.
Technical support engineer
Arabic Computer Systems
Riyadh
2017.01 - 2017.06
- Streamlined communication processes between IT department and end-users, promoting better understanding of technical requirements.
- Conducted thorough troubleshooting for identifying potential software issues.
Education
Bechelor's Degree - Engineering Systems Networking Application
Technical and Vocational Training Corporation
Riyadh, Riyadh Region 2022.08 - 2024.12
Skills
Cloud & Infrastructure
- Microsoft Azure Administration
- Azure Virtual Machines (Windows & Linux)
- Cloud Infrastructure Management
- Azure Subscriptions & Resource Governance
- High Availability & Performance Optimization
- AI Infrastructure Support
- Microsoft 365 Administration
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)
- Azure RBAC (Role-Based Access Control)
- User Lifecycle Management
- Security Groups & Permissions
- Domain & Tenant Management
- Windows Server Administration
- Active Directory (Users, Groups, OU, Permissions)
- DHCP Configuration & Management
- Enterprise Infrastructure Support
- System Monitoring & Stability
- Azure Networking (VNets, Subnets, NSG)
- Network Configuration & Troubleshooting
- Connectivity Enablement & Deployment
- Coordination with Telecom Providers (eg, STC)
- PowerShell Scripting
- Task Automation & Process Optimization
- Bulk User & Access Provisioning
- Script Development for IT Operations
- Microsoft Volume Licensing
- License Allocation & Optimization
- Compliance & Audit Readiness
- Usage Reporting & Analysis
- Level 2 / Level 3 Technical Support
- Incident & Problem Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Production Environment Support
- Technical Documentation & SOPs
- System Migration & Infrastructure Transfer
- Istishraf Operational Transfer Support
- Power BI Report Server Administration
- COVID-19 Network Enablement & Business Continuity
Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Associate Industrial (CCNA I), November 2021
- ComptIA Security+
- ComptIA Linux+
- ITIL Foundation
Languages
English
Intermediate
Arabic
Native
Timeline
Bechelor's Degree - Engineering Systems Networking Application
Technical and Vocational Training Corporation
2022.08 - 2024.12
Network and system engineer
National Information Center
2018.08 - Current
Technical support engineer
Arabic Computer Systems
2017.01 - 2017.06