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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.

Cybersecurity
Cloud Computing
System Administration
Penetration Testing
Network Security
Automation

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

Penetration Testing90%
Vulnerability Exploitation85%
OWASP, Burp Suite, ZAP90%

Cloud Platforms

AWS85%
Microsoft Azure80%
Hetzner Cloud, Google Cloud75%

Server Administration

Linux Server95%
Windows Server85%
Virtualization (VMware, HyperV)80%

Networking & Automation

LAN/WAN Design, Firewall85%
PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform80%
Backup & Disaster Recovery90%

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

LinkedIn

October 2024

Introduction to IT Architecture

LinkedIn

October 2024

Learning Docker

LinkedIn

October 2024

Learning Docker Compose

LinkedIn

October 2024

Program Management for IT Professionals

LinkedIn

October 2024

Succeeding as a First-Time Tech Manager

LinkedIn

October 2024

Career Essentials in Cybersecurity

Microsoft and LinkedIn

December 2023

Cybersecurity Awareness: Cybersecurity Terminology

LinkedIn

December 2023

Cybersecurity Foundations

LinkedIn

December 2023

ISO 27001:2013-Compliant Cybersecurity

LinkedIn

December 2023

System Administration: Backup and Recovery

LinkedIn

December 2023

The Cybersecurity Threat Landscape

LinkedIn

December 2023