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AHMAD TAHIR

London,ENGLAND

Summary

Adaptable and solutions-driven System Administrator with a degree in Information Technology and a strong foundation in critical thinking and technical strategy. Experienced in configuring and maintaining physical and virtual servers, managing Windows/Linux environments, and supporting data centre operations. Adept at using tools like VMware, vSphere, Proxmox, and IPMI to ensure system uptime and performance. Known for a natural flair for problem-solving, eagerness to learn, and collaborative leadership qualities. Skilled at enhancing user experience, streamlining operations, and delivering impactful results in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

System Administrator

Fullduplex tech
London, England
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Installed, configured, and maintained physical servers running Windows and Linux operating systems.
  • Deployed virtual machines and full systems using Proxmox, VMware ESXi, vSphere, and vCenter.
  • Provisioned and configured Linux servers with user setup, networking, software, and security; supported data centre operations including racking and power management.
  • Provisioned and configured new Linux servers, including user setup, networking, software packages, and security hardening.
  • Administered remote server management through IPMI, including BIOS updates, power control, and monitoring.
  • Communicated effectively with technical and non-technical staff to support organizational IT needs.
  • Troubleshoot system and application problems using remote desktop tools (TeamViewer, AnyDesk, Windows Remote Desktop).

IT Support Assistant

VERTECHX TECHNOLOGIES
Pakistan
02.2021 - 03.2023
  • Monitored and analysed application performance using AWS CloudWatch, pinpointing and addressing issues proactively.
  • Utilised AWS CloudFormation to automate the provisioning of cloud resources, improving efficiency and consistency.
  • Configured and managed AWS IAM policies and roles to strengthen security and access control across cloud resources.
  • Provide technical support for hardware, software, and network issues to end-users.
  • Troubleshoot system and application problems, diagnosing and solving software/hardware faults.
  • Install, configure, and maintain IT equipment, including computers, printers, and peripherals.
  • Manage and resolve IT support tickets using ticketing systems.
  • Assist with system upgrades, patches, and regular maintenance to ensure systems are secure and up-to-date.
  • Create and maintain user accounts, manage permissions, and handle password resets using Active Directory and Office 365 Admin centre.
  • Provide training and guidance to users on IT systems and software usage (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, VPNs).
  • Assist in setting up new workstations and configuring user profiles.
  • Ensure IT policies and procedures, including security protocols, are followed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Lahore
09.2016 - 02.2021

Master of Science - Information Technology

University of the West of Scotland
London
05.2023 - 05.2024

Skills

  • Cloud Security & Assessment (EC2, RDS, S3, IAM, VPC, CF, ES, LAMBDA, ELB)
  • Network Security, Network Monitoring and Management
  • Problem-solving
  • IT service ticketing systems
  • Proficient in (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Google Drive)
  • Troubleshooting proficiency

Certification

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Timeline

System Administrator

Fullduplex tech
11.2024 - 06.2025

Master of Science - Information Technology

University of the West of Scotland
05.2023 - 05.2024

IT Support Assistant

VERTECHX TECHNOLOGIES
02.2021 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Lahore
09.2016 - 02.2021

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