Brett Ford
@brettford
Experienced Systems Administrator specializing in automation and platform management.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Systems Administrator with extensive experience in automation and platform management. My expertise lies in managing infrastructure and monitoring tools, scripting for automation, and supporting cloud environments. I have a proven track record of utilizing multiple ticketing systems, monitoring systems, and cloud providers such as Azure and AWS to enhance operational efficiency.
Throughout my career, I have successfully implemented and configured ServiceNow, developed automated workflows, and integrated third-party applications to improve IT service management processes. My technical skills include creating Conditional Access policies in Microsoft Azure AD, diagnosing hardware and software issues, and automating repetitive tasks using PowerShell. I am passionate about leveraging technology to streamline operations and improve service delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Service Platform Administrator
Abacus Group
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
Assisted in the implementation and configuration of ServiceNow, customizing workflows and service catalogs to optimize business operations. Managed user roles and permissions, ensuring platform-wide access control and security compliance. Developed automated workflows and integrated ServiceNow with third-party applications, enhancing IT service management processes and seamless data flow.
System Administrator
Abacus Group
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Created and managed Conditional Access policies in Microsoft Azure AD to enhance security controls and user authentication. Provided technical support and troubleshooting for cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring minimal downtime for clients. Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software, and network issues by writing and executing PowerShell scripts, reducing resolution times.
Monitoring/Automation Engineer
Magna5
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Managed and administered LogicMonitor and N-able monitoring systems, ensuring the performance of critical infrastructure. Developed custom monitoring templates, alert rules, and dashboards, proactively identifying and resolving network issues. Automated repetitive tasks using PowerShell, streamlining workflows and reducing manual intervention.
Tier 2 System Administrator
Magna5
Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Provided escalation support for complex IT tickets, troubleshooting advanced server, network, and application issues. Prioritized and managed escalated issues, collaborating with senior engineers and subject matter experts for efficient resolution. Conducted system audits and ensured compliance with company security protocols, managing Active Directory and server configurations.
NOC Technician
Sagiss
Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Managed network health checks and monitoring, proactively resolving alerts before they impacted operations. Automated repetitive tasks using scripting to optimize network operations and streamline ticket resolution processes. Supported a range of operating systems, including Windows Server, Linux, and Mac, across multiple client environments.
Jr. Systems Administrator
Sagiss
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Monitored network performance, resolving connectivity issues, and ensuring high availability of services. Managed Active Directory accounts, permissions, and security policies, enforcing compliance with best practices. Assisted in the development of standardized operating procedures (SOPs) to improve the efficiency of system administration tasks.
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