Abbas Akhbari
Network Administrator | IT Support Technician
Summary
Driven IT professional and cybersecurity enthusiast with a proven track record of creative problem-solving. Over 5 years of experience in network administration and cybersecurity, consistently delivering measurable improvements in efficiency and security. Expertise has led to optimized IT infrastructures, resulting in a 15% reduction in network downtime and a 30% enhancement in security protocols to mitigate breaches. Passionate about tackling complex technical challenges, consistently delivering high-quality results through innovative and proactive solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Network Administrator
Khazar Naft
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Company Overview: Caspian Oil Refinery
- Designed and deployed VMware ESXi environments, optimizing server utilization and reducing downtime by 15%
- Enhanced network performance by 25% through proactive monitoring, firewall management, and traffic optimization using Juniper products
- Engineered a secure AWS cloud infrastructure, leveraging EC2, S3, and VPC to reduce operational costs by 20%
- Implemented network encryption protocols and intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS), reducing security incidents by 30%
- Conducted risk assessments and developed disaster recovery plans, ensuring 99.9% network uptime
- Caspian Oil Refinery
ICT Technician
Taavoni Khas Karkonan Sazman Aras
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Managed IT infrastructure for multi-departmental projects, integrating LAN/WAN setups and streamlining communication systems
- Deployed and monitored backup systems, ensuring data availability and recovery with tools like Nagios and SolarWinds
- Led security upgrades, including server patching, firewall enhancements, and vulnerability assessments, reducing risks by 20%
- Provided technical expertise for virtualization initiatives using VMware and Hyper-V, optimizing resource allocation
- Automated system maintenance tasks using Bash scripts, improving operational efficiency
Computer Network Specialist
Sandugh Refah Aras
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Rebuilt and optimized IT systems, safeguarding critical company data during infrastructure upgrades
- Installed and configured network devices, including routers and switches, to improve overall network reliability
- Partnered with leadership to implement strategic IT initiatives, including transitioning to cloud-based solutions
- Conducted end-user training on cybersecurity best practices, reducing phishing incidents by 15%
- Spearheaded the deployment of secure web servers and mail servers, enhancing productivity across departments
Education
MBA - Cyber Security
Wittenborg University of Applied Science
Apeldoorn, GE 01.2023 - 10.2024
Bachelor's - Information Technology and Computer Science
Payam-e-nur University
Jolfa 01.2012 - 01.2016
Skills
- Network Security
- Network Administration
Firewall management
Access control
- VMware ESXi
- Windows Server
- Basic Python
- SQL
- Server room
- Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS)
- (AWS): CloudFormation
- VMware
- Hyper-V
- Cloud migration
- ISMv3
- System backups and disaster recovery solutions
- Intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- OWASP principles and tools for application security
Effective communication
Problem-solving
Quick learner
Teamwork and collaboration
Analytical skills
Certification
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
Timeline
MBA - Cyber Security
Wittenborg University of Applied Science
01.2023 - 10.2024
Network Administrator
Khazar Naft
04.2022 - 10.2023
ICT Technician
Taavoni Khas Karkonan Sazman Aras
02.2018 - 03.2022
Computer Network Specialist
Sandugh Refah Aras
10.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor's - Information Technology and Computer Science
Payam-e-nur University
01.2012 - 01.2016
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