Ahmed Hamza

Cairo

Summary

IT professional with hands-on experience in Windows Server, networking, and Linux. I am eager to apply my skills and grow further in a professional IT environment.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

IT Support / System Admin

Freelance | Independent Projects

09.2023 - Current

Built and managed full Windows Server lab with AD, DNS, DHCP, GPO, Disk Management, MDT.
Practiced networking R&S Labs, Linux admin, backups, file sharing, and real-world system troubleshooting.

Intern

System Admin & Networking Workshop

09.2023 - 10.2024

System Administration: Configured and maintained server environments, managed user accounts, and ensured system security and performance.
Networking: Assisted with the setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
Support and Troubleshooting: Provided technical support to end-users and resolved issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity.
Monitoring and Optimization: Monitored network traffic and system performance, identifying and addressing potential issues to ensure optimal efficiency.
Documentation: Assisted in documenting system configurations, network layouts, and troubleshooting procedures to maintain comprehensive IT records.

Education

Bachelor of Law - Shifted To Information Technology

Minya University

Al Minya, Egypt

10.2024

Skills

Operating Systems: Windows Server (2016/2019/2022), Windows 10/11, Linux (Red HAT, Kali Linux)

Active Directory: Domain setup, Group Policy, FSMO roles, DNS, DHCP, OU management, Sites & Replication, File Server, WDS & MDT, NAT server, VPN & Remote management, Hyper-V, and WSUS

Networking: IP addressing, Subnetting, VLANs, Routing (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF), ACLs, NAT, DHCP, Switching, IPv6, FLSM & VLSM, and Troubleshooting skills

Linux Administration: User & group management, permissions, services, cron jobs, package management, networking SSH and remote access

Security: eJPT certified, entry level penetration testing and network security, network scanning / Virtualization: VMware Workstation, Hyper-V

Firewalls: Basic knowledge of Cisco ASA & FortiGate

Tools: Wireshark, Putty, Packet Tracer, GNS3, Powershell, Bash

Soft Skills: Problem solving / Fast learner / Attention to detail / Teamwork and communication / Friendly, positive attitude

Certification

CCNA | CCNA Security | MCSA
ASA & FortiGate
Linux+ | Linux Administration
eJPT eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester - ID 128064125

Although certified in cybersecurity, I prefer to begin my career in IT operations and administration to gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation.

GitHub Repository: https://github.com/ahmedhamza1/ahmedhamza

References

Ahmed, Gamal, ExpertEngineer from Cisco | CCIE Security, agg1211194@gmail.com, +201098414565, Brains Minya Company

Languages

English

Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline