sarfaraz syed
@sarfarazsyed
I am a Linux system administrator specializing in RHEL systems and infrastructure.
What I'm looking for
I am a Linux System Administrator with over 8 years of combined experience in Linux server administration and IT infrastructure support, including four years focused on RHEL 7/8/9 systems.
At Leadsoc Pvt Ltd I managed RHEL systems for patching, compliance, and updates, created Linux compliance reports (sudo, SSH) using SIM Tool, participated in Change Management via ServiceNow, and built and decommissioned servers on VMware. I managed LVM, kernel updates, filesystems (FSTAB), and provided 24x7 on-call production support while resolving audit gaps.
Earlier, I ran the entire IT infrastructure for Peace School, handling servers, desktops, Active Directory, backups and network issues across labs and classrooms. I bring pragmatic troubleshooting, process-driven change control, and a commitment to expand automation and cloud skills.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Linux System Administrator
Leadsoc Pvt Ltd
Sep 2022 - Present (3 years)
Administered RHEL 7/8/9 systems for patching, compliance and updates, created compliance reports and remediated audit gaps. Built and decommissioned VMware servers, managed LVM/FSTAB, participated in Change Management (ServiceNow) and provided 24x7 on-call production support.
IT System Administrator
Peace School
Mar 2012 - Aug 2020 (8 years 5 months)
Managed and maintained the school's IT infrastructure including servers, desktops, networking and AD user management across multiple labs and classrooms. Implemented backup routines, basic firewall configurations and performed routine maintenance, antivirus updates and hardware support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur
Bachelor of Technology, Information Technology
Completed Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur in 2012.
Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh
Intermediate (XII), Higher Secondary Education
Completed Intermediate (XII) from the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh in 2006.
Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh
Secondary School Certificate (SSC), Secondary Education
Completed Secondary School Certificate (SSC) from the Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh in 2004.
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