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Atif Zubair

@atifzubair

IT Infrastructure Analyst with 17+ years of experience in IT support.

Canada
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What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in a collaborative environment that fosters growth and innovation.

I am an innovative and dynamic IT Infrastructure Analyst with over 17 years of experience in the corporate and service sectors, including roles at IBM and Intel Corporation. My expertise spans IT desktop support, infrastructure support, application support, and network and system support. I have successfully managed IT migrations and data center migrations, demonstrating my ability to adapt and excel in fast-paced environments.

Throughout my career, I have developed a strong foundation in various operating systems, virtualization technologies, and IT security protocols. I have a proven track record of resolving complex technical issues, providing exceptional user support, and implementing effective disaster recovery strategies. My commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization has consistently led to enhanced operational efficiency and user satisfaction.

I am passionate about leveraging my technical skills and leadership experience to contribute to innovative IT solutions that drive business success. I thrive in collaborative environments and am dedicated to fostering strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve common goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

IT Infrastructure Analyst - Server / Network Operations

Xperts IT Solutions

Aug 2019 - Present (6 years)

Monitored infrastructure components and systems related to network, telephony, servers, storage, Microsoft Exchange, Server Operating Systems, Microsoft Active Directory, print, and security using management tools. Responded to system incidents and other tickets via the service desk by performing tasks such as gathering information and feedback from user department, investigating and prioritizing

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Current

Lead Tech – IT Migration

Royal Bank of Canada – RBC

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 7 months)

Performed Windows 10 installations through SCCM on Lenovo machines and led the migration and rollout of Windows 7 to Windows 10 for all RBC Branches throughout BC, Canada. Responsible for PC refresh (Laptops/Desktops), creating and maintaining migration status, service requests/incident records, work logs, change logs, project records, and tutorial documentation.

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Senior Application Support Analyst

Ministry of Citizens’ Services

Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)

Resolved escalated tier 2 and 3 calls and incidents for various Ministry applications, consulting with users, developers, and business analysts to understand and resolve incidents or escalate according to Ministry procedures. Wrote SQL queries and used database utilities to extract data for analysis, performed application testing, and coordinated with business teams to understand business requirem

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IT Desktop Analyst

Parkland Fuel Corporation Canada

Sep 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Provided technical support in IT migration of Chevron to Parkland Fuel Corporation, building, installing, and deploying 1200 users with DELL hardware desktops and laptops with Windows 10 and BitLocker. Resolved user issues remotely using Bomgar software and remote desktop features, installed business applications using PDQ software, and managed tickets via ServiceNow.

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IT Infrastructure Analyst

Intel Corporation Canada

Oct 2016 - Present (8 years 10 months)

Managed Intel Datacenter servers, mission-critical applications, systems, and storage with Intel security procedures, troubleshooting IT issues for all Intel Canada users proactively. Performed Disaster Recovery drills from Intel Canada to Intel US for various applications, servers, and Intel Labs, and maintained MS SQL Server Databases including querying, backup/restore, purging, tuning, and dB o

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Site Coordinator – TransForce Logistics Burnaby

Source Security & Investigation Inc. – Canada

Feb 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)

Created site schedules, managed payroll, trained staff, conducted interviews, and onboarded new hires, overseeing access control systems. Tracked and maintained inventory control for Canadian Freightways, Loomis, Stream, and TST overland express Truck & Trailers, and monitored & troubleshoot CCTV issues for TransForce Burnaby site.

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IT Security Analyst

DOSarrest Internet Security LTD – Canada

Oct 2015 - Present (9 years 10 months)

Operated various commercial and open-source Linux tools to monitor, detect, and respond to IT security incidents in accordance with standard operating procedures. Performed security event monitoring and correlation, reviewed and analyzed website traffic, and conducted applicable research (website penetration testing, vulnerability) and analysis to support recommendations regarding cyber threats.

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Technical Team Lead / Global Datacenter Production and DR Operations

Habib Bank Limited

Dec 2007 - Present (17 years 8 months)

Managed domestic & international banking Applications/Systems by providing support of E-Banking & Consumer Systems, Application, Databases, and external networks. Managed, planned, and conducted Disaster Recovery Drills (every quarter) for Habib Bank Limited Datacenter/electronic banking systems/databases/applications, ensuring effective DRP plan implementation.

AL

System Administrator Datacenter / DR Operations

Allied Bank Limited

Aug 2006 - Present (19 years)

Efficiently managed the Processes and Procedures for a 24x7 Data Centre environment, analyzing, evaluating, and monitoring infrastructure components to ensure systems, networks, applications, and other components were configured to operate at required performance levels for Temenos operations. Managed the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, upgrade, and support of all infrastructure systems, incl

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Hamdard University

Master of Business Administration, Management Information Systems

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Management Information Systems. This program provided a strong foundation in business principles and their application to IT.

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Hamdard University

Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology

Obtained a Bachelor of Engineering degree with a focus on Information Technology. The curriculum covered essential aspects of IT, preparing for a career in technology.

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