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SACHIN KANDAMMATTIL

System Administrator
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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SACHIN KANDAMMATTIL

Summary

System Administrator with 10+ years of experience in system maintenance and server infrastructure. Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment; ability to manage projects of varying length; positive individual who can complete tasks independently

Overview

10
years of professional experience
5
Languages

Work History

MRC Smart Interactive
Riyadh

Systems Administrator
08.2018 - Current

Job overview

• Design, organize, modify, and support an organization’s computer systems, including operating systems, business applications, security tools, web servers, email systems, and user hardware (laptops, PCs).
• Quickly resolve any system failures and troubleshoots issues.
• Upgrade and manage hardware and software.
• Install and configure local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and network segments and servers, such as file servers, VPN gateways, and intrusion detection systems.
• Ensure an uninterrupted internet connection and manages mail servers for sending and receiving emails and file servers for saving and managing data.
• Oversee system performance and report generation.
• Manage user accounts, credentials, permissions, access rights, storage allocations, and active directory administration.
• Secure system integrity from any breaches or viruses and play an essential role in risk-mitigation planning, including creating backup plans, safeguards for data, user security policies, and identity management.
• Trained 30+ employees on a one-on-one basis on using new versions of software.
• Collaborated with multiple Chinese vendors for arranging different types of customized kiosks and guided

management to choose the vendor considering Cost/ Quality /Delivery time etc.

choose the vendor considering Cost/ Quality /Delivery time etc.

G-nome Systems

Service Engineer
10.2017 - 07.2018

Job overview

• Set up hardware, install and configure software and drivers.
• Provided onsite technical support.
• Involved in setting-up accounts and workstations.
• Administered servers, laptop and desktop computers, printers, routers, switches, firewalls, smartphones, security updates and patches.
• Install well-functioning LAN/WAN and other networks and manage components (servers, IPs).
• Diagnose software issues, install software patches and remove malicious programs.
• Perform regular upgrades and ensure systems remain updated.
• Troubleshoot system failures or bugs and provide solutions to restore functionality.
• Keep records of repairs and fixes for future reference.
• Offer timely technical support and teach users how to utilize computers correctly.
• Set up over 60 laptops, 150 desktop computers with Windows OS with application software.

Bahwan Engineering Company
UAE, Abu Dhabi

IT Administrator
01.2014 - 01.2017

Job overview

• Install and configure software and hardware.
• Set up accounts and workstations.
• Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements.
• Troubleshoot issues and outages.

• Ensure security through access control, backups and firewalls.
• Upgrade systems with new releases and models.
• Train staff on new technologies.
• Perform diagnostic tests and debugging procedures to optimize computer systems.
• Supervising and mentoring IT department employees, as well as providing IT support.
• Reviewed, analyzed and renewed IT equipment contracts (multifunction printers, the ISP, servers, security systems).
• Set up and managed 50+ email inboxes using a third party email provider.
• Repaired and upgraded 70+ PCs and laptops.
• Fabricated patch cables and configured patch panels to expand network by over 50%.


• Responded to up to 25 users a day in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Alhind Tours & Travels
Delhi, India

Desktop Support Technician
01.2012 - 01.2013

Job overview

• Set up and configure new computer and internet equipment.
• Resolve computer problems and errors.
• Train staff on computer literacy.
• Update computer software and OS.
• Remotely or physically assists in computer-related concerns
• Perform routine inspection of IT equipment.
• Receive and respond to incoming calls and work orders regarding desktop problems.
• Ensure that desktop connections, i.e. network jacks are in proper working order.
• Perform on-site analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex desktop problems for end users.

Iris Systems & Solutions

IT Technician
01.2011 - 01.2012

Job overview

• Installation of PC hardware.
• Set up workstations with necessary peripheral devices.
• Develop and maintain local networks.
• Ensure security and privacy of networks and computer systems.
• Provide guidance to users on how to operate new software and computer equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve problems (repair or replace parts).
• Maintain records/logs of repairs and fixes and maintain schedule.
• Maintain hardware and software inventory.
• Identify computer or network equipment shortages and place orders.

Education

Diploma from Computer Hardware Maintenance

CCNA, MCSE, VMware. AWS Cloud, Microsoft Azure Cloud, Microsoft 365. Sophos XG Firewall, FortiGate. RHCE, Website and Email Hosting. Microsoft Excel Professional.

Skills

CISCO

Configuring and troubleshooting cisco routers, switches

Configuration of VLAN, VPN

Excellent knowledge in LAN configuration

MICROSOFT

Installation of all windows versions including server

Installing application software’s (MS office 365, adobe cc, antivirus)

Installing and configuring router, switches, access point, printer and storage devices

Mail configuration in Microsoft outlook

Installing windows server (2012,2016,2019)

Implementing ADDS, configuration of DHCP, DNS, Group policy

Implementation of backup, recovery, roaming profiles, home folder and VPN, Hyper-V

Installation and configuration of ADC, windows admin center

Mastered in troubleshooting windows OS issues

Handled, escalated L3 issues in end user computing

MS Exchange Server

Installing and configuring MS Exchange 2013, 2016

Creating recipients, managing data base, mailbox configuration

Configuring mail flow

Anti-spam and Anti-malware protection

Mailbox recovery

Monitoring and troubleshooting Exchange services

VMWARE

Installing and configuring vCenter server

Installing and configuring VMware ESXi (50, 60)

Configuring ESXi networking and storage using vCenter server

Installing virtual machines

Implementation and maintaining vSphere infrastructure

Excellent knowledge in installing and configuring VMware workstation

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Timeline

Systems Administrator

MRC Smart Interactive
08.2018 - Current

Service Engineer

G-nome Systems
10.2017 - 07.2018

IT Administrator

Bahwan Engineering Company
01.2014 - 01.2017

Desktop Support Technician

Alhind Tours & Travels
01.2012 - 01.2013

IT Technician

Iris Systems & Solutions
01.2011 - 01.2012

Diploma from Computer Hardware Maintenance

CCNA, MCSE, VMware. AWS Cloud, Microsoft Azure Cloud, Microsoft 365. Sophos XG Firewall, FortiGate. RHCE, Website and Email Hosting. Microsoft Excel Professional.
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