Amila Abdul Kadir Parkar

System Administrator
Nakuru


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Skills
Customer Support Services Server/ Desktop Virtualization Network Administration Database Administration Troubleshooting IT issues Windows Server Linux Red Hat Cloud Computing: AWS Active Directory Domain Controllers Application Support Server Maintenance
  • Experience
    2 Years
  • U.A.E Experience
    Fresh
  • Industry
    Information Technology
  • Nationality
    Kenyan
  • Visa status
    Not Applicable
  • Qualification
    Bachelor - Savitribai Phule Pune University (formerly University of Pune), India- Bachelor of Business Administration (Computer Application), First Class with distinction
  • Driving License: None
Other Matching Titles/Position
Windows System Administrator
Application and System Support Engineer
Technical/ Help Desk Engineer
Linux Administrator
Network Administrator
Industry Titles
Information Technology

Summary of Career

1. Presenting 2 years experience within industries including software development, IT training institute and retail shopping mart having global exposure in India and Kenya


2. Microsoft Certified System Administrator with experience in server infrastructure management seeking to utilize proven cisco and cloud computing skills


3. As head of Support department, have experience in leading a team of 5 IT support engineers and provide training to new staff in the sales department on our enterprise solutions


4. Migrated clients DB2 databases from offline mode to cloud providing global access to applications


5. Enhanced server performance and response time by load balancing traffic across powerful cloud infrastructure


6. Monitored network and server performance and improved it by 30% via application prioritization


7. Set up 150+ virtual machines using VMware and Hyper-V in training institute reducing hardware and software cost


8. Built and managed server infrastructure consisting of Linux, Windows and virtual products


9. Manage and maintain ProLiant ML350p Gen8 servers and 50+ workstations across our 3 branches


10. Perform daily full database backup of SQL Server 2012 of our enterprise solutions


Achievements
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)

Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012


Work Experience (Employment History)

Experience as Information Technology Administrator

  • Employer

    Woolmatt Supermarket

  • From

    19 May 2020

  • To

    To date

  • Detail

    Woolmatt Supermarket, a leading retail business established in 1985 is located in Nakuru and is a shopping mart offering diverse products making it a one stop for customers.

    As an Information Technology Administrator being head of IT department, I am responsible for maintaining the company’s IT network, servers and security system. My duties include:

     Managing and maintaining printers, copiers, scanners, barcode readers, thermal sticker printers, POS receipt printers and biometric scanners
     Upgrading hardware and software by coordinating with vendors for its procurement
     Management and maintenance of Windows Server 2012 including installation of software and hardware, storage, security(policies and permissions), performance monitoring and much more
     Managing Cisco routers and D-Link switches ensuring smooth operations and maintenance of network
     Configuration and upkeep of DHCP Server(router)
     Providing technical support to all types of system and network related issues
     Digital marketing role: by optimizing content for social networking channels including Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Post and edit content on online sites to promote products and services
     Manage the Point of Sale Front Office and Back Office enterprise solutions and cooperate with the software providers in order to solve technical issues that arise
     Manage and maintain ProLiant ML350p Gen8 servers and 50+ workstations across our 3 branches
     Perform daily full database backup of SQL Server 2012 of our enterprise solutions
     Utilize Dame Ware Mini Remote Control, AnyDesk and TeamViewer to connect with our solutions providers and work at our branches across the country

Experience as Application and System Support Engineer

  • Employer

    Primesoft Solutions (K) Limited

  • From

    08 January 2019

  • To

    09 March 2019

  • Detail

    Primesoft Solutions is an ultimate solutions provider in IT which deals in enterprise software solutions, web design and development and web hosting services.

    As an Application and System Support Engineer, being head of support department was responsible for smooth operations of enterprise application software and cloud servers. My duties were:

     Built and managed server infrastructure consisting of Linux, Windows and virtual products
     Provided 2nd level technical support and troubleshooting to clients through remote assistance via Remote Desktop, TeamViewer and AnyDesk
     Directed onsite training and implementation of software and solutions (retail, payroll, real estate, loans and savings systems) for clients
     Monitored network and server performance and improved it by 30%
     Collaborated with 25+ customers from requirement analysis till final delivery of product
     Maintained essential data backups on weekly basis
     Built SAP crystal reports for enterprise systems
     Testing solutions for release and performing upgrades of applications
     Setting up IT infrastructure for clients and taking care of renewal of software licenses
     Provided enterprise solutions support to clients and resolved the system issues

Experience as System Administrator

  • Employer

    Gateway Network Solutions Technologies Pvt Ltd

  • From

    03 May 2018

  • To

    30 November 2018

  • Detail

    Gateway Network Solutions Technologies Pvt Ltd is one of the leading IT training institutes in Pune. It provides real-time training on high-end technology in Hardware, Networking and IT Security.

    As a System Administrator, managed and maintained a 60+ mixed server environment ensuring 99.99% uptime. Enhanced IT infrastructure ensuring availability, security and reliability. My duties were:
     Installed, configured, tested and maintained operating systems, application software and system management tools
     Performed troubleshooting and maintenance of existing network systems
     Configured security settings and granted system access to individuals and groups
     Managed software patches and versions necessary for operating systems upgrades
     Setting up rack and configuration of cisco switches and routers
     Installation and configuration of Windows 2012 and 2016 servers, Active Directory management
     Creating, managing and deleting users and groups, assigning permissions
     Installation and configuration of Red Hat Enterprise Linux RHEL 6 and RHEL 7

Academic Qualification

Bachelor 07 June 2018

Savitribai Phule Pune University (formerly University of Pune), India- Bachelor of Business Administration (Computer Application), First Class with distinction
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