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Mohamed Rafik
IT Manager
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Personal Introduction
With over 15 years of experience evolving from financial system support to Senior Infrastructure Management, I specialize in architecting secure, high-availability hybrid environments using Azure and Fortinet security stacks. My career is defined by leading successful cloud transformations that reduce costs and enhance resilience, all while ensuring 99.9% system uptime through expert technical leadership.
Career Goals
To leverage my 10+ years of expertise in network engineering, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity to drive digital transformation and infrastructure resilience for forward-thinking organizations. I aim to deliver secure, scalable hybrid cloud solutions, combining Microsoft Azure, Fortinet security fabric, and enterprise networking, to reduce operational costs, strengthen security posture, and ensure 99.9% uptime for mission-critical systems. Seeking a Senior Network Engineering or Infrastructure Management role where I can lead cloud migration initiatives, mentor technical teams, and align IT strategy with business objectives in the financial services or enterprise sector.
Professional Summary
Results-driven Infrastructure Manager with 10+ years architecting secure, high-availability network environments across financial services and enterprise sectors. Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure (Solutions Architect, Security Engineer), Cisco networking (CCNA), and Fortinet security stack (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer). Delivered 50% operational cost reduction through cloud migration and infrastructure optimization. Seeking Senior Network Engineering role to drive cybersecurity resilience and cloud transformation initiatives.
Sep 2024 - Present
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IT Manager
• Architect hybrid cloud infrastructure integrating Azure AD with on-prem Active Directory, enabling seamless identity management • Implement FortiGate next-gen firewall policies reducing security incidents by 40% through granular traffic inspection and intrusion prevention • Administer WSUS patch management maintaining 95% critical update compliance within 48-hour deployment windows • Manage MS-SQL database clusters supporting trading platforms with 99.9% uptime
Feb 2023 - Sep 2024
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IT Infrastructure Manager
• Engineered Fortinet security fabric (FortiGate/FortiSwitch/FortiAP). • Optimized Azure resource allocation through rightsizing VMs and reserved instances. • Designed site-to-site VPN architecture connecting branch offices with 99.5% uptime and automated failover • Managed MS-SQL high-availability groups ensuring RPO <15 minutes for critical financial databases • Implemented Azure AD Conditional Access policies enforcing MFA
Aug 2022 - Jan 2023
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IT Manager
• Installed, configured, and administered Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, file shares, WSUS, WDS, and FortiGate firewall • Developed and implemented IT infrastructure strategies, policies, and procedures • Monitored and maintained IT systems, networks, and applications ensuring optimal performance
Oct 2019 - Jul 2022
IT Manager
• Spearheaded Sophos XG firewall deployment replacing legacy infrastructure, improving threat detection accuracy by 35% • Led IT team of 4 technicians through ITIL-based change management processes, achieving 98% on-time project delivery • Implemented WDS automated imaging reducing workstation deployment time from 4 hours to 45 minutes • Established disaster recovery protocols with 4-hour RTO through Azure Site Recovery implementation • Configured DFS namespace and replication for 5TB of shared data across 2 sites ensuring 99.9% file availability • Managed IT staff including hiring, training, and performance evaluation
Jan 2019 - Oct 2019
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IT Manager
• Developed and implemented network and security strategies to support organizational objectives. • Oversaw the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network infrastructure including servers, switches, and Sophos firewalls. • Managed IT staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating employees. • Monitored system performance and implemented security policies to ensure maximum uptime and data protection.
Feb 2018 - Dec 2018
Network & System Admin
• Installed, configured, and administered Windows Server, Active Directory, group policy, file shares, and Sophos Firewall. • Monitored system performance to ensure maximum uptime and availability. • Developed security policies to protect data, software, and hardware
May 2015 - Feb 2018
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Technical Support and Deployment
• Provided technical support for projects: Petroleum Products Distribution Management, Social & Solidarity Safety Programs, Farmer Development Program, Traffic Department in Ministry of Interior.
Dec 2014 - May 2015
IT Network Official
Installing, Configuring and administrating windows server,Active Directory, group policy, file shares and Sophos XG Home Edition Firewall UTM Other rules: Bookkeeping official and E-Trade Official
Dec 2013 - Sep 2014
Customer Service
Technical Support Agent for TE-Data Up Q account
Nov 2008 - Sep 2013
Customer Service
IT Official: Installing, Configuring, and administrating windows server, Active Directory, group policy, file shares and Firewall. Other Rules Margin trading official, Bookkeeping official, Back-office official of International Trading, Customer Service
Nov 2006 - Nov 2008
Customer Service
Customer Service Official in 6th of October Branch Delegate for the headquarters and Customers. IT official of the Branch
Bachelor's Degree
Sep 2018 - Jun 2022
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Azure Solutions Architect Expert
May 2023 - May 2027
Skills measured: Design identity, governance, and monitoring solutions Design data storage solutions Design business continuity solutions Design infrastructure solution
Azure Administrator Associate
May 2023 - May 2027
Skills measured: Manage Azure identities and governance Implement and manage storage Deploy and manage Azure compute resources Implement and manage virtual networking Monitor and maintain Azure resources
Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
May 2023 - May 2027
Skills measured: Plan and implement an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure Plan and implement identity and security Plan and implement user environments and apps Monitor and maintain an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure
Azure Network Engineer Associate
May 2023 - May 2027
Skills measured: Design and implement core networking infrastructure Design, implement, and manage connectivity services Design and implement application delivery services Design and implement private access to Azure services Secure network connectivity to Azure resources
DevOps Engineer Expert
May 2023 - May 2027
Skills measured: Design and implement processes and communications Design and implement a source control strategy Design and implement build and release pipelines Develop a security and compliance plan Implement an instrumentation strategy
Azure Developer Associate
May 2023 - May 2027
Skills measured: Develop Azure compute solutions Develop for Azure storage Implement Azure security Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Azure solutions Connect to and consume Azure services and third-party services
Teams Administrator Associate
Jun 2023 - Jun 2027
Skills measured: Configure and manage a Teams environment Manage teams, channels, chats, and apps Manage meetings and calling Monitor, report on, and troubleshoot Teams
Azure Data Engineer Associate
Jun 2023 - Jun 2025
Design and implement data storage Develop data processing Secure, monitor, and optimize data storage and data processing
MCSA: Windows Server 2012
Apr 2015 - Present
Microsoft Certified Professional
Apr 2015 - Present
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