Hardik Kurdikar

About Hardik Kurdikar

I am a System and Network Engineer with 2 years of hands-on experience in managing and maintaining IT infrastructure. My expertise includes Office 365 administration, Windows Server management, and virtualization using VMware. I have worked with leading firewall solutions such as Sophos, Juniper, and Cyberoam to ensure secure and reliable network operations.I also have foundational experience with cloud platforms including IBM Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, where I’ve performed basic administrative tasks. In the area of endpoint security, I’ve managed solutions like Kaspersky and Sophos Antivirus to protect systems and data across the organization.Additionally, I’ve been involved in ISO compliance processes such as collecting evidence, preparing documentation, and attending meetings with auditors. I am experienced in troubleshooting a wide range of system and network issues, always aiming to deliver efficient and long-lasting solutions.I’m passionate about continuously learning and adapting to new technologies to help organizations maintain a robust and secure IT environment.

Experience

1. Network Administrator

   Tangentia

   Oct 2024 — Present · Goa, IN

   Tracked and Organized IT Assets• Install, Configure and Maintain Servers, Systems, and Networks• Office 365 Administration: Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint• Set up and Configured Workstations for Onboarding Users• Performed OS and Device-Level Troubleshooting• Used HelpSpot tool to track and resolve IT tickets• Set up biometric and access card registration through ESSL and ZKTeco software• Performed end-to-end Windows Server Administration• Integrated Cisco Duo Authentication with Windows RDP for secure MFA login• Utilized IBM, AWS, and Azure cloud to perform basic cloud operations• Deployed and configured virtual servers on VMware ESXi 5.5.0 and 7.0.2 versions• Performed Network troubleshooting and worked on Cyberoam and Juniper firewalls• Assisted users with VPN configuration and connectivity issues• Handled domain creation and DNS record updates through Cloudflare• Installed and configured MicroSIP to enable international VoIP calling• Managed Endpoint Security using Kaspersky Antivirus• Ran vulnerability scans and generated reports using AlienVault• Executed ISO-related tasks and engaged in compliance meetings with auditors• Conducted cybersecurity awareness sessions to educate users on staying safe from Cyberattacks

Education

• Dr. K. B. Hedgewar High School

  SSC

• Goa Engineering College - Government of Goa

  Bachelor of Engineering , Information Technology

• Vasantrao Dempo Higher Secondary School Of Science

  HSC