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| | Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateLUKE LIANGPROFESSIONAL SUMMARYBringing over 21 years of hands-on experience as a Senior Systems Engineer, I excel in swiftly troubleshooting and resolving intricate technical challenges across diverse IT domains. My expertise spans installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems, application software, and system management tools, ensuring seamless operations and robust infrastructure management.With exceptional interpersonal skills, I thrive both independently and as a collaborative team player, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and adeptness in managing priorities under pressure.Notably, my specialization lies in orchestrating Azure migrations, orchestrating smooth transitions to the cloud while prioritizing performance optimization and robust security measures. Driven by a fervent commitment to innovation, I eagerly seek opportunities to leverage my versatile skill set for the advancement of a dynamic organization.Technical Overview:Azure Cloud Expertise: Proficient in designing, building, and optimizing Azure environments.Microsoft 365 (M365) Experience: Skilled in O365, Intune, and Teams for seamless collaboration and productivity.Active Directory and EntraID: Profound knowledge in managing user identities and access controls.VMware Cloud Fundamentals: Familiarity with VMware technologies for efficient cloud operations.Project Execution: Extensive experience in executing complex IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to requirements.Architecture and Design: Strong ability to conceptualize and implement architectural solutions, driving innovation and efficiency.Additional Technical Skills:In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, Server 2003-2019, Office 365, PowerShell.Proficiency with VMWARE vCenter, ESXi, Cisco networking, and network security.Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPO, WSUS, SCCM, and various server roles.Expertise in Disaster Recovery design and testing using Azure and Zerto.Skilled in virtualization design, deployment, and maintenance with VMWARE.Proficient in networking design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, including Cisco, Cisco Meraki, and Dell.Familiarity with various firewalls such as SonicWALL, Fortigate, Meraki, Palo Alto.Experience supporting and configuring mobile devices including laptops, iPhones, tablets, and Android phones.Proficient in hardware and software installations, configurations, and upgrades for network equipment, workstations, printers, servers, and IP phones.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEPharmscript, Somerset, New Jersey Mar 2021 - presentSenior System EngineerLed Azure and AWS migration initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions to cloud environments.Managed and maintained the company's IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking, and virtualization platforms.Designed and implemented IT infrastructure solutions, enhancing performance and availability.Mentored and trained junior engineers, fostering their technical growth and development.Provided strategic guidance to management on IT infrastructure planning.Collaborated with cross-functional teams on various projects.Notable Achievements:oDesigned and implemented a disaster recovery solution using Zerto, enhancing resilience and reducing downtime.oSuccessfully deployed a Remote Desktop Services (RDS) farm for over 100 servers and 1500 devices, improving remote access capabilities.Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, New York Dec 2020 - Mar 2021Network AdministratorManaged and maintained the company's virtualization platform, including VMware and Cisco meraki environments.Big Idea Technology, New York, NY Aug 2017 Dec 2020Client Pharmscript's Network Engineer Consultant Jan 2019 Dec 2020 Provided exceptional customer network engineer support, ensuring high customer satisfaction and retention. Managed and maintained VMWare infrastructure, including performance tuning, capacity planning, cluster management, and health monitoring. Responded to server monitoring system alerts promptly to evaluate and remedy identified problems, ensuring minimal downtime. Deployed and troubleshooted networking such as site-to-site VPN, VLAN, and wireless on the Cisco/Meraki, ensuring optimal network performance. Deployed and managed Windows 2016 RDSFarm, ensuring efficient and reliable remote access for users. Consulted on projects such as disaster recovery, data center migration, SonicWALL firewall decommission, and SQL 2016 Always On cluster, delivering high-quality solutions.System Engineer Aug 2017 - Jan 2019 Implemented and maintained multiple customers' Windows, Unix, and Linux servers, ensuring high uptime and reliability. Evaluated, monitored, and enhanced IT infrastructure with an emphasis on availability, reliability, scalability, security, and system integrity, providing a stable and secure IT environment. Managed VMware vCenter and ESXi hosts, Microsoft servers, Azure, Office365, DELL, HP, Cisco, SonicWALL, Meraki, and Datto backups, ensuring reliable and efficient IT infrastructure. Implemented and supported Office 365, Exchange, and Active Directory, ensuring smooth and efficient communication and collaboration. Deployed and supported Fortinet and SonicWALL firewalls, ensuring a secure IT environment. Responsible for VPN account setup and support, ensuring reliable and secure remote access for users. Led various projects such as core switch replacement, firewall replacement, data center migration, Windows 10 imaging/window 10 migration, and Office 365 migration, ensuring timely and successful completion of projects. Designed, organized, modified, installed, and supported clients' computer systems, ensuring optimal performance and user experience. Conducted preventive maintenance for clients such as VMWare upgrading, Microsoft patching, and network equipment updating, ensuring the IT environment is up-to-date and secure.Melchers Shanghai, China Jul 2002 Nov 2016System Administrator - Great ChinaAs the only IT support for the company, I was responsible for managing all aspects of the company's IT infrastructure, including managing VM hosts at head office and remote offices, as well as administering Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, RAS, DFS, Group Policy, shell scripts, and Exchange 2013.Planned, installed and managed VMware ESXi servers, improving server performance and reducing downtime.Provided desktop support for over 200 users, both locally and remotely.Responsible for help desk, desktop installations, software deployment, and network monitoring/management, including firewall and server installation/management.Upgraded email servers to Exchange 2013, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings for the company.Moved from workgroup mode to Domain mode in Windows 2003, improving network security and enabling more efficient management of user accounts.Planned and implemented OwnCloud based on Linux platform, providing a secure and reliable file-sharing solution for employees.Planned and implemented an OpenMeetings Web Conferencing solution on a Linux platform, enabling remote collaboration and improving communication between teams.EducationShanghai Informatics AcademyScience in Computer ScienceShanghaiJan 1998 - Jan 2002CertificationCCNAMCSE 2000MCSE 2016Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Engineers (ConnectWise)Azure Security, Compliance, and Identity FundamentalsAzure FundamentalsAzure Architect: in the progressExam AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (Passed)Exam AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator (preparing)LanguageEnglish, Mandarin, Cantonese |