IT Infrastructure & Cyber Security Consultant

M.A. Waris Shaikh

Cyber Security • Cloud Infrastructure • Enterprise IT • Digital Transformation

Highly accomplished IT professional with 18+ years of experience leading Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Cloud Operations, Enterprise Systems, Governance and Digital Transformation initiatives.

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About Me

Executive Cyber Security & Infrastructure Leader

About Waris Shaikh

Driving Secure Digital Transformation

With more than 18 years of progressive experience in Cyber Security, Infrastructure Management, Enterprise Cloud Operations and Strategic IT Leadership, I have successfully led large-scale technology initiatives across multinational organizations.

My expertise spans Microsoft 365, Azure, VMware, Fortinet Security Solutions, DNS Security, Disaster Recovery, Digital Forensics, SAP Infrastructure, Information Security Governance and Enterprise Operations Management.

Cloud Security
Cyber Security
Azure
VMware
Fortinet
Microsoft 365
SAP Infrastructure
Digital Forensics
CAREER JOURNEY

Professional Experience

A career built across enterprise infrastructure, cyber security, cloud operations, network security, business continuity and strategic IT leadership.

NOV 2025 — APR 2026

Cyber Security & Infrastructure Lead

Aqua Orange • Thailand

LEADERSHIP

Reported directly to the CEO and Managing Partner, providing strategic insights and recommendations across Cyber Security, IT Operations, Infrastructure and budgeting.

Cyber Security Security strategy and infrastructure protection.
Infrastructure Enterprise infrastructure and operational management.
Strategic IT Technology recommendations and management-level reporting.
IT Budgeting Infrastructure and technology budgeting input.
Cyber Security Infrastructure IT Operations Strategy Budgeting
JUL 2009 — OCT 2025

Manager Infrastructure & Cloud

Martin Dow Group

16+ YEARS

Led infrastructure and cloud initiatives, providing critical insights and recommendations across project management, data and IT security, IT services, operations, infrastructure and budgeting.

Data Center Operations Monitoring and management of servers and infrastructure to support performance and business continuity.
SAP RISE & S/4HANA Infrastructure specialist supporting SAP cloud operations and secure network access.
Security Infrastructure Administration of Trend Micro XDR, Deep Security, Email Security and Apex Central.
Windows Server & Active Directory Management of Microsoft Windows Server environments and Active Directory.
Backup & Disaster Recovery Azure Site Recovery, Veeam and Veritas backup and recovery operations.
Global Network Connectivity VPN connectivity between Pakistan and France operations.
Microsoft 365 Exchange Cloud, SharePoint, Teams, Security and Compliance administration.
Network & Wireless Cisco, HP, HP Aruba and Unifi network environments.
SIP Infrastructure Elastix PBX and Grandstream PBX implementation and management.
Azure SAP RISE S/4 HANA Microsoft 365 Trend Micro Veeam VMware Cisco VPN
JAN 2006 — JUN 2009

System & Network Support

Al-Abid Silk Mills Ltd

INFRASTRUCTURE

Managed, configured, diagnosed and troubleshot IT infrastructure including Windows Server 2003, ISA Server, Symantec Endpoint Security, MDaemon, LAN environments, workstations, peripherals, backups and file sharing.

Windows Server Server administration and troubleshooting.
LAN Infrastructure Network and workstation support.
Backup & File Sharing Data backup and file-sharing infrastructure maintenance.
Windows Server ISA Server Symantec MDaemon LAN
FEB 2005 — DEC 2005

Assistant IT Incharge

Azra International Trading Company

IT OPERATIONS

Maintained employee and student records, attendance and salary sheets while installing, configuring and maintaining a network serving more than 50 users.

User Support Daily IT issue resolution and operational support.
Network Administration Installation and maintenance of network infrastructure.
Network Support User Support IT Operations
FEB 2004 — JAN 2005

Hardware / Network Support Engineer

Zebrex International Co

FOUNDATION

Maintained and troubleshot local area networks, computer workstations and peripheral equipment, including hardware, networking software and operating systems.

Hardware Support Installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of computer hardware.
Network Support LAN administration and troubleshooting.
Operating Systems Installation and support of operating system software.
Hardware LAN Networking Operating Systems
CAREER JOURNEY CONTINUES
CREDENTIALS & CONTINUOUS LEARNING

Certifications & Professional Development

Professional certifications and continuous learning across cyber security, networking, infrastructure, IT service management and digital forensics.

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Certifications

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DNS Security – InfoBlox

DSA, DSP, DDIA, DDIP

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CAP

Certified AppSec Practitioner

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CNSS

Certified Network Security Specialist

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MCSE

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

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Certified Associate in Scrum Fundamentals

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Fortinet

NSE 1, NSE 2, NSE 3

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ISO 9001

Quality Management System Associate

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CCNA

Cisco Certified Network Associate

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ISO/IEC 20000

IT Service Management Associate

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ISO/IEC 27001

Information Security Associate

CONTINUOUS LEARNING

Professional Development

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IT Infrastructure

Deployment & Upgradation of IT Infrastructure

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Autopsy

Autopsy digital investigation platform

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Digital Forensics

Digital forensic investigation

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Business & Entrepreneurship

Foundations of Business and Entrepreneurship

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Remote Work

Remote Work and Virtual Collaboration

CONTINUOUSLY DEVELOPING

Projects Showcase

Projects Portfolio is Being Built

A detailed showcase of infrastructure deployments, cyber security initiatives, enterprise technology projects, cloud operations and digital transformation work will be published here soon.

AI Security Insights

Enterprise Security Intelligence

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Threat Detection, Incident Response, Infrastructure Monitoring and Risk Assessment.

LET'S CONNECT

Contact Me

Open to professional opportunities, consulting, infrastructure projects, cyber security engagements and technical collaboration.

AVAILABLE FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENTS
EMAIL

aw@abdulwaris.com

Direct professional communication

WEBSITE

www.abdulwaris.com

Portfolio & professional profile

LINKEDIN

Professional Network

Connect for professional opportunities

LOCATION

Karachi, Pakistan

Available for professional collaboration

PROFESSIONAL COLLABORATION

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