Miguel Ratao
@miguelratao
Dedicated System Administrator with 8+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated System Administrator with over 8 years of experience managing enterprise IT infrastructures. My expertise lies in Windows Server environments, VMware virtualization, and Active Directory management. I have a strong track record of delivering L2/L3 technical support, ensuring business continuity, and enhancing user satisfaction. My passion for helping others drives my professional ethos, as I believe in supporting my colleagues, especially in critical situations.
In my current role as an IT Specialist/System Administrator, I have successfully managed enterprise-level infrastructure consolidation, migrating IT infrastructures from multiple companies while ensuring zero downtime. I have implemented network and security optimizations that have significantly improved security and reduced unauthorized access incidents. My experience also includes administering backup and disaster recovery solutions, ensuring rapid recovery and data integrity across all environments.
Throughout my career, I have led end-to-end IT projects that modernized infrastructures and boosted operational efficiency. My work has included integrating various systems and automating processes, resulting in significant productivity gains. I am currently pursuing an MSc in Cyber Security, further enhancing my skills and knowledge in this critical field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Specialist / System Administrator
Celoplas
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Managed enterprise-level infrastructure consolidation, providing L2/L3 support and delivering user-centric solutions across multiple IT environments. Migrated IT infrastructures from 3 external companies, fully virtualizing systems on VMware, ensuring zero downtime through redundant failover environments.
System Administrator
Group ROQ
Jan 2023 - Feb 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Provided L2/L3 support, ensuring seamless operation of 47+ virtual machines (VMs) while managing hybrid cloud integrations and network security. Managed Hybrid Azure AD, VMware ESXi, and Office 365, increasing authentication efficiency by 30%.
IT Senior Manager / IT Project Manager / System Administrator
Gran Cruz Group
Jan 2017 - Dec 2022 (5 years 11 months)
Led end-to-end IT projects for hotels, wineries, and industrial operations, modernizing infrastructures and boosting operational efficiency. Migrated operations to SharePoint Online and automated workflows with Power Automate, boosting team productivity by 20%.
Education
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University of London
MSc Cyber Security, Cyber Security
Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Cyber Security, focusing on advanced topics in cybersecurity, threat protection, and compliance. This ongoing program enhances my expertise in securing complex IT infrastructures.
MASTERD QUALIFICATIONS
Master Qualifications, Computer Maintenance & Repair
Completed a comprehensive program in Computer Maintenance & Repair, gaining expertise in hardware diagnostics, system troubleshooting, and component replacement. This qualification provided a strong foundation in the practical aspects of IT infrastructure.
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