I'm a Highly Certified IT Professional currently working in Desktop Support with extensive experience in System Administration, Network Administration, and Endpoint Management. With 6 major industry certifications including AWS, Azure AZ-104, CCNA, CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+, I bring comprehensive IT expertise across cloud, security, networking, and systems while pursuing advanced infrastructure roles.
Background & Expertise:
- π Certifications: AWS | Azure AZ-104 | CCNA | CompTIA Security+ | Network+ | A+ (6 MAJOR CERTS)
- πΊοΈ Previous Experience: System Admin, Network Admin, and Endpoint Admin managing enterprise infrastructures
- π« Current Role: Tier 1 Desktop Support - providing technical support and troubleshooting solutions
- βοΈ Cloud Expertise: Certified Azure Administrator with AWS cloud practitioner knowledge
- π Security Focus: CompTIA Security+ certified with advanced security knowledge and best practices
- π» Technical Projects: Developed enterprise PowerShell solutions that freed 50+ TB across 1800+ machines
What I'm Working On:
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π± Pursuing AWS Solutions Architect Associate and Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) certifications
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π Building advanced cloud automation scripts and Infrastructure as Code templates
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π¦ Contributing to open-source PowerShell and cloud infrastructure projects
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π― Looking to collaborate on enterprise cloud migrations and network automation initiatives
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π¬ Ask me about PowerShell, Windows Administration, Linux System Troubleshooting, Network Troubleshooting, Azure, Cloud Infrastructure, and Cross-Platform Package Management
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β‘ Fun fact: I believe every manual task is just an automation script waiting to be written!
| Achievement | Scope | Impact | Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| π Enterprise Automation | 1,800+ Machines | 50+ TB Recovered | PowerShell, WMI, Remote Administration |
| π M365 SSO Integration | 500+ Users, 700+ Devices | Eliminated Dual Authentication | PowerShell, Active Directory, M365 |
| βοΈ Cloud Infrastructure | Multi-Environment | 80% Deployment Time Reduction | Azure, AWS, Terraform, IaC |
| π‘οΈ Security Implementation | Enterprise-Wide | SAML 2.0 SSO Standardization | Azure AD, Identity Management |
graph TD
A[6 Major Certifications] --> B[Enterprise PowerShell Automation]
B --> C[Cloud Infrastructure Expertise]
C --> D[Identity Management & SSO]
D --> E[Senior Infrastructure Engineering]
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style B fill:#2196F3
style C fill:#00BCD4
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Enterprise Automation β’ Cloud Infrastructure β’ Identity Management β’ Security Implementation β’ System Administration
π Production-Ready Multi-Distribution Linux Environment: Complete containerized infrastructure with RHEL UBI 9, Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, and CentOS 7.
- Tech Stack: Docker, Docker Compose, Multi-Linux Distributions, Enterprise Security, Infrastructure as Code
- Key Features: Network isolation (172.20.0.0/16), Portainer management, health monitoring, security hardening
- Architecture: 4-container ecosystem with centralized management and persistent storage
- Enterprise Value: Demonstrates advanced containerization skills suitable for DevOps and Cloud Infrastructure roles
- Security: Non-root users, minimal attack surface, secure networking, comprehensive logging
π Enterprise M365 Integration Solution: Eliminates dual login requirements with PowerShell automation and comprehensive diagnostics.
- Real-World Impact: Successfully deployed for 500+ users across 700+ devices
- Tech Stack: PowerShell, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, SSO Integration, Registry Automation
- Key Features: Automated diagnostics, step-by-step implementation guides, rollback procedures
- Enterprise Value: Reduced IT support overhead, improved user experience, enhanced security compliance
π Complete Remote Management Utility: Professional PowerShell toolkit with interactive menu system and comprehensive safety features.
- Tech Stack: Advanced PowerShell, Remote Management, WMI/RPC, Registry Operations, Service Management
- Key Features: Interactive menu system, remote connectivity testing, real-time feedback, multiple safety confirmations
- Current Operations: Print Spooler management, Remote Desktop Services, Adobe Acrobat DC sign-in fixes
- Enterprise Value: Standardized procedures, consistent approach across systems, built-in documentation
π Enterprise-Grade SSO Implementation: Complete Azure AD + Datto Cloud Storage SAML 2.0 integration with production-ready automation and comprehensive documentation.
- Tech Stack: Azure Active Directory, SAML 2.0, PowerShell 5.1+/Core, Datto Cloud Storage, Alternative IdPs (ADFS, Okta, PingFederate)
- Key Features: Step-by-step implementation guides, automated validation scripts, cross-version PowerShell compatibility, multi-provider support
- Enterprise Value: Reduces implementation time by 70%, eliminates security misconfigurations, standardizes deployment procedures
- Production Impact: Comprehensive troubleshooting guides, security best practices, enterprise-scale documentation for IT professionals
π οΈ Windows Installer Cleanup Suite β ENTERPRISE SHOWCASE
π Real-World Impact: Successfully resolved critical disk space issues across 1800+ enterprise machines where Windows Installer cache consumed entire C: drives.
- Tech Stack: Advanced PowerShell, WMI, Remote Administration, Enterprise Automation
- Key Metrics: Freed 50+ TB of disk space organization-wide | 99.8% success rate (1796/1800 machines)
- Performance: Processed 50-100 files/second | Deployed across entire enterprise in 2 hours
- Safety Features: File-in-use detection, age-based filtering, preview mode, comprehensive logging
- Enterprise Value: Saved hundreds of administrator hours through intelligent automation
Automated cloud deployment solutions using Infrastructure as Code principles.
- Tech Stack: Azure ARM Templates, Terraform, PowerShell, Azure CLI
- Features: Multi-environment deployments, automated scaling, cost optimization
- Cloud Services: Azure VMs, Storage Accounts, Application Gateways, Load Balancers
- Impact: Reduced deployment time by 80% and infrastructure costs by 35%
PowerShell-based tools for seamless migration between Azure and AWS.
- Tech Stack: PowerShell, Azure PowerShell, AWS PowerShell, JSON/YAML
- Features: Resource inventory, cost analysis, migration planning, rollback capabilities
- Supported Services: VMs, Databases, Storage, Networking, Security Groups
- Use Case: Enterprise cloud migration and hybrid cloud management
π DNS Resolver Web App
A cloud-hosted DNS resolution tool with global CDN deployment.
- Tech Stack: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Azure Static Web Apps
- Cloud Features: Azure CDN, Application Insights, Custom domains
- Features: Real-time DNS resolution, responsive design, performance monitoring
- Deployment: Automated CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
- Azure Infrastructure Playbook - Complete Azure deployment guides
- AWS Migration Scripts - PowerShell tools for AWS workload migration
- PowerShell Practice Plan - Structured learning path for PowerShell mastery
- RHCSA Study Guide - Comprehensive Red Hat certification preparation
- Linux Troubleshooting Command Reference - Comprehensive flashcard collection for Linux system troubleshooting
- Cross-Platform Package Management Guide - Complete reference for apt-get, yum, brew, and other package managers
- Linux Skills Development: Currently building expertise in system monitoring, log analysis, network troubleshooting, and service management
- Multi-OS Environment Management: Developing skills to support Windows, macOS, and Linux environments
βοΈ Cloud Certifications:
- π AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner β CERTIFIED
- π΅ Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) β CERTIFIED
π Security & Networking:
- π΄ Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) β CERTIFIED
- π’ CompTIA Security+ β CERTIFIED
- π‘ CompTIA Network+ β CERTIFIED
π» Foundational:
- βͺ CompTIA A+ β CERTIFIED
- π’ AWS Solutions Architect Associate - In Progress
- π΅ Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) - Planned 2025
- π΄ Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) - In Progress (Currently building Linux troubleshooting skills)
# My Comprehensive Certified Skills Portfolio
$CertifiedSkills = @{
"Microsoft Azure" = "CERTIFIED AZ-104 - VMs, Storage, Networking, Identity, Governance"
"Amazon AWS" = "CERTIFIED Cloud Practitioner - Core services, billing, security"
"Cisco Networking" = "CERTIFIED CCNA - Routing, Switching, Network Security, Troubleshooting"
"CompTIA Security+" = "CERTIFIED - Risk management, cryptography, network security"
"CompTIA Network+" = "CERTIFIED - Network concepts, infrastructure, operations"
"CompTIA A+" = "CERTIFIED - Hardware, software, troubleshooting, security"
"PowerShell Automation" = "Expert - Enterprise automation, cloud deployments"
"Linux System Administration" = "Developing - System monitoring, troubleshooting, package management"
"Cross-Platform Package Management" = "Developing - apt-get, yum, brew, chocolatey expertise"
"Network Administration" = "Advanced - Enterprise networking, VLANs, routing protocols"
"Security Administration" = "Intermediate+ - Compliance, risk assessment, security policies"
"Cloud Infrastructure" = "Intermediate+ - Multi-cloud deployments and management"
}
foreach ($Skill in $CertifiedSkills.GetEnumerator()) {
Write-Host "π $($Skill.Key): $($Skill.Value)" -ForegroundColor Cyan
}
### π Recent Certification & Enterprise Achievements
Write-Host "π Major Accomplishments:" -ForegroundColor Yellow
Write-Host " β ACHIEVED 6 MAJOR IT CERTIFICATIONS" -ForegroundColor Magenta
Write-Host " β AWS Cloud Practitioner certified" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certified" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β Cisco CCNA certified" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β CompTIA Security+ certified" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β CompTIA Network+ certified" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β CompTIA A+ certified" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β Built production-ready multi-distribution Docker environment" -ForegroundColor Cyan
Write-Host " β Deployed M365 authentication solution for 500+ users across 700+ devices" -ForegroundColor Cyan
Write-Host " β Created professional IT support toolkit with interactive automation" -ForegroundColor Cyan
Write-Host " β Deployed PowerShell automation across 1800+ enterprise machines" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β Freed 50+ TB of disk space through intelligent cleanup automation" -ForegroundColor Green
Write-Host " β Achieved 99.8% success rate in enterprise-wide remediation" -ForegroundColor Green- π» Desktop Support Excellence: Providing top-tier technical support and user experience
- π³ Docker & Containerization: Building production-ready multi-distribution Linux environments
- π§ Linux System Administration: Mastering Linux troubleshooting, package management, and system monitoring
- βοΈ Cloud Learning Journey: Studying Azure and AWS fundamentals for future growth
- π Cross-Platform Automation: Building PowerShell and Bash automation scripts for multi-OS environments
- π οΈ Enterprise Tool Development: Creating professional IT support utilities and automation solutions
- π© Skill Development: Preparing for cloud certifications and infrastructure roles
- π Knowledge Sharing: Contributing to open-source projects and learning communities
- π Career Transition: Working toward System/Network Admin and Cloud Infrastructure roles
- Complete AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification
- Complete Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) certification
- Advance to Cloud Security Engineer or Infrastructure Engineer role
- Lead cloud migration or security implementation projects
- Contribute to 10+ open-source cloud infrastructure projects
- Transition to Senior Cloud Infrastructure or Cybersecurity Engineer role
π CERTIFICATION ACHIEVEMENTS COMPLETED:
- AWS Cloud Practitioner Certified β
- Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) Certified β
- Cisco CCNA Certified β
- CompTIA Security+ Certified β
- CompTIA Network+ Certified β
- CompTIA A+ Certified β
- Successfully deployed enterprise automation across 1800+ machines (Previous Role)
- Achieved 50+ TB disk space recovery with 99.8% success rate (Previous Role)
- Create professional cloud portfolio website
Operating Systems:
Primary: Windows 11 Professional
Cloud: Azure Virtual Machines (Windows Server 2022, Ubuntu 22.04)
Learning: Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9, AWS EC2 instances
Containers: Docker Desktop, Azure Container Instances
Cloud IDEs & Tools:
- Visual Studio Code (with Azure/AWS extensions)
- Azure Cloud Shell
- AWS CloudShell
- PowerShell ISE/7.x with cloud modules
- Terraform CLI & VS Code extension
Cloud CLI Tools:
- Azure CLI (az)
- AWS CLI (aws)
- Azure PowerShell (Az modules)
- AWS PowerShell (AWSPowerShell)
- Terraform
- Docker CLI
- kubectl (Kubernetes)
Infrastructure as Code:
- Azure ARM Templates
- Azure Bicep
- Terraform (HCL)
- AWS CloudFormation
- PowerShell DSC
Monitoring & Management:
- Azure Monitor & Application Insights
- AWS CloudWatch
- Azure Resource Manager
- AWS Systems Manager
- Cost Management toolsI'm always interested in connecting with fellow system administrators, developers, and tech enthusiasts!