Brian Ward

Servers and Storage Team Lead (Public & Private Cloud) -- Americas & Bermuda @AIG

Toronto, ON, CA
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WORK HISTORY

Apr 2012 — Present

Servers and Storage Team Lead (Public & Private Cloud) -- Americas & Bermuda @AIG

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CA

AWS and Azure Public/Private Cloud integration.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve critical production issues.• Ensure robust security by managing IAM policies, AD, and data encryption.• Deploy and Maintain Azure and AWS Infrastructure• Providing IT infrastructure support users, 1500+ servers) in a senior technical role.• Microsoft Windows 20••••22 server support, Group Policy & Active Directory.• Design, maintain and execute regular Disaster Recovery tests for 2PB+ data, 800+ Servers.• Providing support and development of IT services at AIG offices.• Securing and maintaining Security Standards on all Infrastructure.• VMware ESXi – configuration and administration of environment, hosts, clusters, and guests.• Support enterprise datacenters globally.• Creating and maintaining technical documentation.• Enhancing, deploying, and maintaining VDI solutions (VMware Horizons View).• Working closely with the business and software vendors to develop technical roadmaps.

EDUCATION

N/A

Centennial College

Information Systems, Computer Programming

SKILLS

Microsoft 2000/2005/2008 ClusteringVmwareArcserve 2008/Brightstore 15, Backup ExecServersSanMicrosoft Virtual Server 2005r2 and Hyper-VMicrosoft Operations ManagerSql ServerCheckpointExchange 2007/10 Installation/MaintenanceBiometrics, Ipsec, Ntfs, Efs on Windows SystemsNetwork SecurityNetappRemote Access Systems, Citrix, Vmware View 4/5WanTcp/Ip, Ipx/Spx, Netbeui, Ipsec, Ospf, Rip/IisSeveral Proxy Servers: Websweeper, Isa 2006, SquidSystem AdministrationSecurity of E-Commerce Web Servers• Windows Ad and Security Ipsec, Wsus, Kerberos, Ntlm Etc.Microsoft’s Sharepoint 2003/2007/2010Blackberry Enterprise Server 4.x, 5.x• Checkpoint 4.1/Ngx.x R7x on Rh Linux /Nokia IpsoHp San, Blade Servers Msa and Eva, Business Copy/Snapshot ManagerVirtualizationSwitchesSecurityPki and Digital Certificates, Ssl EtcWindows Nt-2008r2, Linux Rh, SuseMicrosoft ExchangeBlackberry Enterprise ServerMicrosoft Iis 5/6/7 Apache Tomcat, Ibm Http ServerActive DirectoryWindows ServerCcnaWan and Lan InfrastructureMicrosoft Isa Server 2006Intrusion Detection System & Prevention SystemsCitrix

ABOUT BRIAN WARD

Results-driven Infrastructure, Security & Cloud Specialist with 15+ years of experience in securing, designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions (public & private) to drive organizational efficiency and scalability. Proficient in leveraging leading cloud platforms such as VMware, AWS and Azure, to deliver secure, high-performing, and cost-effective systems. Skilled in cloud infrastructure, migration strategies, and infrastructure automation using tools like PowerShell, Ansible, AWX/AAP and Terraform. Known for strong problem-solving abilities, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to aligning cloud strategies with business objectives. Seeking to bring expertise in cloud technologies to enhance innovation and operational excellence.Specialties: • Threat Intelligence and Analysis• Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing• Incident Response and Forensics• Storage and Server Virtualization• Automation: PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform• Cloud Solutions: AWS - Azure• e-commerce and network security• Datacenter relocation and Migrations• Infrastructure design• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery• VMware Horizon View VDI design and implementation

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