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Vahid Kaviani

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Strategic Infrastructure & Cloud Systems Manager with 10+ years experience.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and allows me to lead impactful IT projects.

I am a strategic and results-driven Infrastructure & Cloud Systems Manager with over 10 years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud administration, security, and automation. My expertise spans across Azure, AWS, IAM, Networking, and Cybersecurity, where I have successfully led complex projects, optimized IT operations, and enhanced system security. I am passionate about driving innovation and efficiency through automation and best practices.

Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of network protocols and concepts, and I have been involved in various migration, backup, and disaster recovery projects. My hands-on experience includes advanced configurations of Windows Server 2019, virtualization technologies, and managing cloud environments. I excel in cross-functional communication and collaboration, ensuring seamless integration of new systems while providing technical leadership and mentorship to IT staff.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Information Technology Manager

Open Door Group

Jul 2024 - Jun 2025 (11 months)

Managed IT infrastructure, applications, and security, overseeing network and system administration, project budgets, and IT staff. Led efforts to improve IT utilization, ensuring seamless integration of new systems and successful delivery of technology solutions.

Azure SQL GitHub Actions Intune Arctic Wolf Network Administration Databases IT Security Disaster Recovery IT Policy And Procedure Development Vendor Management

Sr. Systems Administrator

Vancity Credit Union

Dec 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 6 months)

Administered Azure and on-premise servers, managing Windows and Mac device provisioning via Intune and JAMF Pro. Integrated Azure EntraID for cross-platform user synchronization and enforced compliance and conditional access policies.

Sr. Systems Administrator

InvestX Capital

Oct 2020 - Nov 2022 (2 years 1 month)

Managed and maintained IT infrastructure, internal systems, and provided technical support for various tech resources including Azure, AWS, and Office 365. Configured and monitored Fortinet Firewall and Managed Aruba Switches for VLANs and security policies.

IT Specialist

Teg Bains Specialists

Jul 2019 - Jun 2020 (11 months)

Supported corporate and medium-sized customers onsite and offsite, handling software, hardware, and network issues through a ticket system. Deployed and set up Windows 10 using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit and managed IT equipment inventory.

Windows 10 Microsoft Deployment Toolkit Zendesk TeamViewer HP Z4 Workstation Mac

Help Desk Support

Seraji Enterprise

Feb 2019 - Jul 2019 (5 months)

Installed, maintained, and diagnosed residential television and Internet cables, including configuration of routers, switches, and network cables. Provided support for network, thin-clients, Outlook, Webmail, Citrix systems, and printers.

Network Wiring (CAT5 Routers Switching Thin Clients Outlook Webmail Citrix Windows 10 Microsoft Office

Web Developer and Team Lead

Rayan Teb Software Company

Jun 2016 - Oct 2018 (2 years 4 months)

Developed two web applications, focusing on both front-end and back-end technologies including ASP.Net MVC5, JavaScript, and SQL Server. Managed version control in Azure DevOps and GitHub, ensuring smooth deployments and bug fixes.

JavaScript jQuery SQL Server HTML CSS GitHub Azure DevOps AJAX JSON Agile Development SDLC Quality Assurance Testing Project Management

Invited Lecturer and Head of IT Department

Azad University

Oct 2013 - Mar 2018 (4 years 5 months)

Managed IT lab operations and taught computer courses at the bachelor's level, including SQL Server, ASP.NET, and Networking workshops. Developed technology roadmaps and prepared business cases for funding requests.

SQL Server ASP.NET Networking IT Operations Business Case Development Risk Management Change Management Project Planning

IT Support & Customer Service

Shuttle ISP Company

Jan 2014 - Nov 2016 (2 years 10 months)

Provided IT support and customer service for an ISP company. Responsibilities included assisting customers with technical issues and ensuring service satisfaction.

IT Support Customer Service Technical assistance Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University Technology of Malaysia (UTM) Johor Campus

Master of Science (M.Sc.), Computer Science (Information Security)

Grade: 3.58 out of 4.0

Completed a full-time Master's program in Computer Science with a specialization in Information Security, earning a GPA of 3.58 out of 4.0. The studies involved in-depth research and practical application of security principles.

Public Ferdoosi Technical University of Arak

Bachelor of Science, Computer & Software Engineering

Studied Computer & Software Engineering, gaining foundational knowledge in software development and computer systems. The program provided a strong technical base for a career in IT.

Public Razi Vocational University of Khalkhal

Associate Degree, Computer Software

Completed an Associate Degree in Computer Software, focusing on fundamental programming and software concepts. This laid the groundwork for further studies in computer science.

Fairleigh Dickinson University at Downtown Vancouver Campus

Master of Science (M.Sc.), Computer Security

Grade: 3.68 out of 4.0

Full-time graduate student with a focus on Computer Security, achieving a GPA of 3.68 out of 4.0. The curriculum covered advanced topics in cybersecurity and information protection.