Neaze Hasan Rifat

I’m a Windows Infrastructure Engineer Server Administrator Microsoft 365 Administrator Azure infrastructure specialist

Senior Windows Infrastructure Engineer with 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, securing, and supporting enterprise IT infrastructure across the UAE and Bangladesh.

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Hi there, I’m Neaze Hasan Rifat

Server Administrator | Microsoft 365 Administrator | Azure infrastructure specialist

Successfully delivered large-scale infrastructure projects, including the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) Enterprise Domain Migration Project through G4S, and recognized for strengthening infrastructure security, automating IT operations, improving business continuity, and delivering reliable, scalable IT services aligned with ITIL best practices.

My Services

Discover My Services

Server
Administrator

Managing and maintaining servers for reliable, secure performance.

Microsoft 365
Administrator

Managing Microsoft 365 services, users, security, and productivity tools.

Azure Infrastructure
Specialist

Designing and managing secure, scalable Microsoft Azure infrastructure.

Core Competencies

  • Microsoft: AD, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, PowerShell
  • Infrastructure: , Windows Server, VMware, Hyper-V, Azure, AWS, Veeam, ITIL, DR
  • Networking: Cisco, MikroTik, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLAN, TCP/IP, Zabbix/Nagios, OSPF

Techinical Skills

Operating Systems 99%

Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2025

Microsoft Technologies 99%

Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Intune, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, PowerShell

Virtualization 95%

VMware ESXi, VMware vCenter, VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V

Cloud Platforms 99%

Microsoft Azure, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Backup, Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Azure Communication Service 99%

Azure Email Communication Services, SMS, Chat, Voice & Video Calling, Call Automation, Teams Interoperability, ACS Identity & Access Tokens, Email Domain Configuration & Verification, Custom Domain Setup, SPF/DKIM Configuration, Email SDK & REST API Integration, Email Delivery Monitoring & Troubleshooting.

Storage Technologies 95%

OCI Backup NetApp Storage, HPE MSA SAN Storage, QNAP NAS, Snapshot Management

Backup & Disaster Recovery 99%

Veeam Backup & Replication, Disaster Recovery Planning, Backup Validation, Business Continuity

Networking & Security 95%

Cisco, MikroTik, TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, IPSec, Firewall Administration, Endpoint Security

Monitoring & Performance 99%

Zabbix, Nagios, Cacti, Infrastructure Monitoring, Capacity Planning, Performance Optimization

Client

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Experience

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1. Senior Server Administrator (Contract) - May 2026 to July 2026

Nityo Infotech | Dubai, UAE
Client: G4S – Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), UAE

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Administered enterprise Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and 2025 environments supporting mission-critical academic and administrative services.
  • Contributed to the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) Enterprise Domain Migration Project by participating in Active Directory integration, server migration, Group Policy implementation, DNS/DHCP configuration, user migration, and post migration support across multiple campuses.
  • Managed enterprise identity services using Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy, ensuring secure authentication and centralized administration.
  • Supported infrastructure consisting of 300+ Windows Servers and 300+ Virtual Machines, maintaining high system availability and operational reliability.
  • Administered VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V environments, optimizing virtual machine performance, resource allocation, and infrastructure scalability.
  • Implemented enterprise backup and disaster recovery strategies using Veeam Backup & Replication, conducting regular recovery validation to ensure business continuity.
  • Managed Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, and Intune.
  • Automated routine administrative tasks using PowerShell, reducing manual effort and improving operational efficiency.
  • Performed server hardening, security patch management, vulnerability remediation, antivirus deployment, and compliance activities aligned with ITIL best practices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional infrastructure teams to deliver server upgrades, migration projects, capacity planning initiatives, and enterprise infrastructure improvements while minimizing operational disruption.

2. Network System Specialist - July 2025 to Dec 2025

ARRISE | UAE

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Designed and implemented enterprise infrastructure monitoring using Zabbix, Nagios, and Cacti, enabling proactive monitoring of servers, applications, and network devices.
  • Administered TCP/IP networking, VLANs, routing, switching, and IP addressing to ensure stable and secure connectivity across distributed environments.
  • Configured and maintained Cisco and MikroTik networking devices, firewall policies, VPN (IPSec/GRE), and secure remote access solutions.
  • Performed Windows Server patch management, firmware upgrades, and preventive maintenance to improve security compliance and system reliability.
  • Conducted infrastructure health assessments, capacity planning, and performance tuning to optimize server and network performance.
  • Investigated and resolved critical network and infrastructure incidents using structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
  • Collaborated with infrastructure, security, and application teams to maintain high availability and meet operational service level objectives (SLOs).

3. Information Technology Team Lead / Network Engineer L2 - Sep 2024 to Apr 2025

INSIGHTS Middle East | UAE

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Led daily IT infrastructure operations, ensuring the availability and security of enterprise servers, network services, and end-user computing environments.
  • Managed Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and Microsoft enterprise services.
  • Configured and maintained Cisco ASA firewalls, MikroTik routers, VLANs, VPN connectivity, and Quality of Service (QoS) policies.
  • Coordinated infrastructure security initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and compliance activities to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
  • Delivered infrastructure upgrades, server deployments, and network improvements while minimizing operational downtime.
  • Produced technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and infrastructure diagrams to support operational excellence.

4. Team Manager - May 2025 to July 2025

Sunton Web Design LLC | Dubai, UAE

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Managed IT operations and supervised technical support personnel responsible for enterprise infrastructure and user support.
  • Led IT audits and compliance activities, identifying operational risks and implementing corrective action plans.
  • Designed and enforced Group Policy standards to improve workstation security, software deployment, and endpoint management.
  • Developed IT operational procedures, onboarding/offboarding processes, and documentation that improved service delivery and operational consistency.
  • Mentored junior IT professionals, promoting technical development and continuous process improvement.

5. Team Leader – Information Technology - Jan 2019 to Jan 2024

Quantanite Bangladesh Ltd | Bangladesh

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Led an IT team responsible for infrastructure administration, server management, network operations, and technical support across multiple business sites.
  • Supported enterprise infrastructure serving 1,400+ users, maintaining high service availability and operational continuity. Administered Windows Server environments, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, virtualization platforms, and enterprise Microsoft technologies.
  • Implemented centralized monitoring solutions using Zabbix and Nagios, improving proactive incident detection and reducing service interruptions.
  • Planned and managed backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity procedures using industry best practices. Managed endpoint security, firewall policies, antivirus deployment, and vulnerability remediation across enterprise infrastructure.
  • Developed technical documentation and knowledge base articles, reducing incident resolution time and improving support consistency.
  • Received Employee of the Year (2021) and Best Team Leader – IT (2021) in recognition of leadership, technical excellence, and operational performance.
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Year of
Experience

10

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Global Working
Client

100

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Awards
Win

20

Achivements

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Contact

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Phone Number

+971 506157617

Mail Address

niazrifat@gmail.com

Office Address

Dubai, UAE

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