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IT Infrastructure Service Delivery, Operations, Cloud Solutions, Project Management & Cyber Security

Mumbai, India
Worldwide
PGDM in IT
Mumbai, India
Worldwide
PGDM in IT

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Resume - Sarfaraz A Shaikh (1).pdf

Agile MethodologyArtificial IntelligenceAmazon Web ServicesArchitectureAuditingMicrosoft AzureBusiness ContinuityCloud ComputingCloud Computing SecurityComputer SecurityData CentersDigitizationDisaster RecoveryIncident ResponseGovernance Risk Management and ComplianceInformation Technology Infrastructure Libraries (ITIL)Identity ManagementIT ManagementISO/IEC 27001Python (Programming Language)Network SecurityProject ManagementOperational ExcellenceOperations ManagementPRojects IN Controlled Environments Version 2 (PRINCE2)Program ManagementCloud ServicesRisk AnalysisSecurity ManagingService DeliverySecurity Information and Event ManagementSolution ArchitectureStakeholder ManagementVulnerabilityPolicy DevelopmentRisk ReductionSecurity StrategiesNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)Team ManagementSafety PrinciplesRisk ManagementVulnerability Analysis
Key Skills
IT Infrastructure Service Delivery & Operations Management
Cybersecurity Strategy, SOC Operations & Incident Response
IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Cloud Security & Architecture (AWS & Azure)
Project & Program Management (Agile & Waterfall)
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
IT Audits, Policy Development & Compliance Readiness
Team Leadership & Cross-functional Coordination
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Planning

Technologies & Tools
Cloud Platforms:
AWS (Solutions Architecture, Security Best Practices)
Microsoft Azure (Security, Identity, AI Fundamentals)
Security Domains:
SOC Operations & SIEM Management
Vulnerability Assessment & Risk Management
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Security Compliance & Regulatory Controls
Frameworks & Standards:
ITIL v3
PRINCE2 Agile
ISO 27001 (Implementation & Audit Readiness)
NIST & industry security best practices
Other Tools & Skills:
Network Security & Monitoring
Server & Data Center Migration Planning
Python-based security & network scanning tools

Industries Worked With
Information Technology & Software Services
Cybersecurity & Managed Security Services
Cloud & Digital Transformation
Startups & Mid-sized Enterprises
Service-based Organizations (IT FMS & SOC Operations)

Notable Achievements
Over 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and service delivery leadership
Successfully set up and managed SOC operations, leading teams and handling end-to-end security monitoring
Designed and implemented IT security processes from scratch for organizations with no prior structure
Led complex server and data center migrations with strict timelines and zero critical downtime
Developed custom Python tools for network scanning and vulnerability identification
Guided organizations toward audit readiness and compliance, reducing non-compliance risks
Played a key role in cloud security enablement across AWS and Azure environments
Trusted advisor for security strategy, risk mitigation, and operational excellence

Experience

Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2021

Languages

EnglishFluentHindiFluent

Project history

Infrastructure Management, Complete Operations, Complex Project Execution,Cybersecurity Analysis and Audit

IGG

Internet & IT

10-50 team member

Led end-to-end IT operations ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability of infrastructure and applications
Managed service delivery, incident, problem, and change management aligned with ITIL best practices
Coordinated with internal teams and vendors for timely resolution of operational issues
Planned and executed IT and cybersecurity projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Managed project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communication
Established and managed SOC operations including monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management
Implemented security controls, policies, and risk mitigation strategies
Supported IT audits and compliance by aligning controls with ISO 27001, NIST, and GRC requirements
Conducted gap assessments and supported closure of audit findings
Designed, secured, and managed cloud environments on AWS and Microsoft Azure
Led cloud migrations and optimization initiatives with minimal downtime
Advised leadership on cloud strategy, security posture, and cost optimization





Certificates

Azure,AWS,PRINCE2, ITIL,ISC2 ,SPLUNK

MIcrosft,AWS,Axelos,ISC2,SPLUNK

2021


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