About Me
FAIROZ FAISAL
IT Professional
fairoz@fairoz.in
+91 9961812897
Muvattupuzha, Kerala, India
fairoz.in
OBJECTIVE
Self-motivated IT professional and system administrator with a focus on cybersecurity and system optimization. Skilled in troubleshooting, cloud infrastructure management, and web application penetration testing. Seeking to leverage my expertise in IT administration, cloud environments, and security protocols to contribute to larger projects and expand my cybersecurity experience.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
Yenapoya University
2023 - 2027
Diploma in Cloud Computing
Jenking
2021 - 2022
Higher Secondary (+2)
Guardian Angel English Medium Higher Secondary School
2019
Secondary Education (10th)
Presidency Central School
2017
Professional Experience
ICT Executive
Airkerala – On-site
November 2024 - Present
- Designed and implemented entire office IT infrastructure including servers, network cabling, and firewall systems.
- Deployed and configured secure LAN/WAN network architecture with VPN and DHCP services.
- Installed and managed UTM firewalls for endpoint protection, traffic control, and logging.
- Developed and deployed the official airline website airkerala.com using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, React, and Next.js with cPanel hosting.
- Designed and implemented a responsive booking system for the airline website with secure payment gateway integration and real-time seat availability.
- Created an admin dashboard for flight management, passenger manifests, and booking analytics using React and Next.js with server-side rendering for optimal performance.
- Implemented SEO best practices resulting in improved search engine rankings and increased organic traffic to the airline website.
- Set up mail servers, DNS records, SSL certificates, and DDoS protection using Cloudflare.
- Configured and maintained internal tools, including Office 365, Google Workspace, and local intranet portals.
- Implemented comprehensive security protocols including multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection, and regular security audits.
- Established backup and disaster recovery procedures to ensure business continuity and data protection.
- Led IT strategy planning and implementation, aligning technology initiatives with business objectives to support the airline's growth.
- Managed vendor relationships and negotiated contracts for hardware, software, and IT services, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
- Implemented IT governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Conducted regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in the airline's digital infrastructure.
System Administrator
Phases India Technology Solutions India – On-site
December 2022 - November 2024
- Managed AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Hetzner Cloud platforms to ensure secure, scalable infrastructure.
- Led migration of 100+ websites from Azure to Hetzner Cloud, ensuring minimal downtime, optimal performance, and implementing robust backup strategies.
- Conducted security testing using Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP to identify and resolve vulnerabilities like SQL Injection, XSS, and CSRF.
- Administered Linux and Windows systems, developed disaster recovery plans, and optimized system performance through virtualization.
- Automated system management with PowerShell, Terraform, and Ansible, reducing manual overhead and increasing operational efficiency.
- Developed and hosted personal portfolio website using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Google Cloud, optimizing it with Cloudflare DNS and SSL certificates for security and performance.
- Implemented comprehensive security monitoring systems using SIEM tools to detect and respond to potential threats.
- Designed and deployed multi-layered backup solutions with off-site replication to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
- Optimized server performance through resource monitoring, capacity planning, and regular maintenance schedules.
- Provided technical documentation and training for IT staff on security best practices and system administration procedures.
Skills
Cybersecurity
Cloud Platforms
Server Administration
Networking & Automation
Projects
Server Migration Project - Azure to Hetzner Cloud
Migrated over 100 websites from Azure to Hetzner Cloud using Linux (Apache) and Windows IIS environments. Implemented robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to minimize downtime and ensure seamless transitions. Worked closely with technical teams to secure high-availability hosting.
Website Development and Hosting - fairoz.in
Designed and developed a personal portfolio website using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Hosted on Google Cloud with an Apache web server. Integrated Cloudflare for DNS management and SSL certificates to optimize performance, security, and reliability.
Web Application Security Assessment on OWASP Juice Shop
Conducted comprehensive penetration testing on OWASP Juice Shop following OWASP Top 10 standards. Discovered and exploited multiple vulnerabilities such as SQL Injection, XSS, and CSRF. Demonstrated session hijacking and data extraction via SQLi using Burp Suite.
Penetration Testing for Migrated Websites (40+ Websites)
Conducted penetration testing and security audits for 40+ websites migrated from Azure to Hetzner Cloud. Identified vulnerabilities and implemented security measures to safeguard against SQL Injection, XSS, and CSRF attacks. Provided detailed security reports with remediation recommendations.
Certifications
Docker Foundations Professional Certificate
Docker, Inc
October 2024
Docker: Your First Project
October 2024
Introduction to IT Architecture
October 2024
Learning Docker
October 2024
Learning Docker Compose
October 2024
Program Management for IT Professionals
October 2024
Succeeding as a First-Time Tech Manager
October 2024
Career Essentials in Cybersecurity
Microsoft and LinkedIn
December 2023
Cybersecurity Awareness: Cybersecurity Terminology
December 2023
Cybersecurity Foundations
December 2023
ISO 27001:2013-Compliant Cybersecurity
December 2023
System Administration: Backup and Recovery
December 2023
The Cybersecurity Threat Landscape
December 2023