Network Administration & Consulting Services | Windows Server Admin Frameworks MVP
Winnipeg, Canada Area
- Current
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- Author at IT Knowledge Exchange (ITKE Blog at TechTarget)
- Publisher at TheSystemAdministrator.com
- Past
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- Network Administrator & Infrastructure Technology Consultant at Wex Computing Solutions Ltd.
- IT System Administrator at Netafim
- IT System Administrator at NSI Software
- Computer and Network Maintenance Specialist at Mashovit 1987 Ltd.
- Education
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- CITRIX
- Microsoft
- Novell Internal
- Microsoft Israel
- Technical College "John Brice"
- Technical College "John Brice"
- Technical College "John Brice"
- Technical College "HI-Tech"
- Beer-Sheva Technological College
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Michael Khanin’s Summary
• Infra-structure professional with 10+ years technical experience in systems administration, network administration, technical support and helpdesk.
• Expert level knowledge and experience with all phases of Windows NT/2000/XP/2003 system administration, Microsoft and Novell network administration, script creation, remote access, system security and Active Directory implementation.
• Proficient with end-user support on-site as well as via phone and email. PC and systems support for both hardware and software.
• Excellent hardware and software troubleshooting skills. Experienced dealing with complex systems and software. Up-to-date use of Internet protocols, tools and applications.
Michael Khanin’s Specialties:
• Microsoft: Active Directory (AD), Group Policy, Domain, RIS, IIS, Exchange 5.5 - 2007
• Network: TCP/IP, RADIUS, WAN and LAN
• OS: DOS, Windows 9x, Windows NT 4.0 / 2000 / 2003 Server / VISTA
• Backup: NetBackup, Arcserve for NetWare, Arcserve for NT, Backup Exec for NT
• Security: ISA Server, Checkpoint Firewall, Norton Antivirus Corporate, MacAfee, Mail-Relay
• Terminal Servers: Microsoft Terminal, Citrix
• Virtualization Solutions: MS Virtual Server, MS SoftGrid, VMware Server
Michael Khanin’s Experience
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Author
IT Knowledge Exchange (ITKE Blog at TechTarget)
(Information Technology and Services industry)
October 2007 — Present (8 months)
A BLOG focusing on Windows infrastructure tips and tutorials. An invaluable source of News, Tools, Scripts and Knowledge Base for Network Administrators Worldwide.
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Publisher
TheSystemAdministrator.com
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)
January 2003 — Present (5 years 5 months)
Responsible for the direction of the content and the theme of the website.
A website focusing on Windows infrastructure tips and tutorials. -
Network Administrator & Infrastructure Technology Consultant
Wex Computing Solutions Ltd.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Computer Networking industry)
September 2003 — December 2007 (4 years 4 months)
• IT Consulting and Support
• Full support of functioning of mixed networks in Local and WAN environment
• Backup Service Supply for all critical Network Systems, like Microsoft Active Directory (AD), Microsoft Exchange servers, File Servers, NAS
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IT System Administrator
Netafim
(Privately Held; 1001-5000 employees; Plastics industry)
July 1999 — November 2004 (5 years 5 months)
NETAFIM is the firm with over 2000 employees, 14 manufacturing facilities in 11 countries, more than 30 subsidiaries, and distribution presence in over 110 countries, Netafim has global sales of more than $400 million. The tasks that I carried out there were as follows:
• Full support of functioning of mixed Netware / eDirectory (versions from 3.x to 6.x,eDirectory – versions 8.x) and Microsoft Windows / Active Directory (versions NT4 and 2000 / 2003) networks in Local and WAN environment (approximately 60 Server)
• Backup Service Supply for all critical Network Systems, like eDirectory, Microsoft Exchange servers, File Servers and others by implementing “HP OpenView Storage Data Protector” and “BrightStor Arcserve Backup” software packs
• Integration of Checkpoint Secure products in Netafim’s environment (Firewalls, SecureClient)
• Integration of Citrix / MS Terminal products in Netafim’s environment
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IT System Administrator
NSI Software
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Computer Software industry)
June 1998 — July 1999 (1 year 2 months)
Negev Software Industries Ltd. (NSI), a software solutions provider company (3 Sites, more than 100 Network Users), was established in 1992 by Digital Equipment Corporation. NSI is focused on developing and providing software solutions. The tasks that I carried out there were as follows:
• Full support of Microsoft Windows (NT4, Exchange 5.5) networks
• Backup Service Supply for all critical Network Systems by implementing “Arcserve Backup”
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Computer and Network Maintenance Specialist
Mashovit 1987 Ltd.
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Computer Networking industry)
January 1995 — May 1998 (3 years 5 months)
Building, installation and implementation of Novell 3.x / 5.x and Windows NT 4.0/2000 servers and Windows 9x/Me/2000 workstations at client sites. Some of the major clients whom I served:
• Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
• DSW - Dead Sea Works, a business unit of ICL Fertilizers
• Makhteshim Chemical Works Ltd, is Israel's main producer and exporter of crop protection chemicals
Michael Khanin’s Education
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CITRIX
Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA) 4.5, Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA) 4.5, 2008 — 2008 (expected)
- Activities and Societies:
- The CCA certification program focuses on the skills and knowledge foundation necessary to successfully support an existing implementation of specific Citrix products.
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Microsoft
MCTS, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist, Windows Vista, Configuration certification, 2008 — 2008 (expected)
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Novell Internal
NTT - Novell ZENworks Endpoint Security Management 2008 — 2008 (expected)
Securing Workstations with ZENworks Endpoint Security Management.
Novell ZENworks Endpoint Security Management Advanced Administration
Advanced Installation and Configuration Tips and Techniques.- Activities and Societies:
- Advanced Technical Training
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Microsoft Israel
Diploma, Microsoft for Business Excellence, 2005 — 2005
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Technical College "John Brice"
Diploma, Check Point NG Application Intelligence – Management I & II, 2004 — 2004
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Technical College "John Brice"
MCP W2000, Microsoft Certified Professional, 2000 — 2000
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Technical College "John Brice"
CNE, Certified Novell Engineer, 2000 — 2000
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Technical College "HI-Tech"
MCSE, Microsoft Certified System Engineer, 1997 — 1997
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Beer-Sheva Technological College
Diploma, Faculty of computer engineering Major in maintenance, service of computers, networks and programs, 1994 — 1995
Additional Information
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Michael Khanin’s Interests:
New technology, professional networking, travel, diving
Michael Khanin’s Groups:
JSI, http://itknowledgeexchange.techtarget.com/network-administrator, CNC Global, Microsoft for Business Excellence, David Aplin Recruiting, Houston Recruiting Services, Microsoft MVP
Michael Khanin’s Honors:
Windows NT4+2000+XP MCSE / MCP+I / CNE
Windows Server Admin Frameworks MVP
Michael Khanin’s Contact Settings
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