Tod Lazarov's Resume - Cloud Resume Challenge

personal summary

Highly accomplished Systems Engineer with a proven track record in Cloud Computing and on-premise systems. Proficient in managing multi-cloud environments, adept at ensuring secure systems administration, proficient in Python development, proficient in devising storage solutions, and highly skilled in Linux administration.

Professional Experience

Systems Engineer / Stack Overflow / Remote

June 2022 - October 2023

Led and executed successful migration of Endpoint MDM from Workspace ONE to Kandji and Intune
Developed and enhanced library tools to streamline day-to-day API utilization for Okta, Fresh Service, BambooHR, and Google Workspace
Managed daily Okta operations, utilizing Terraform for IaC to efficiently handle groups, RBAC, and bookmarks using Atlantis workflow
Configured Azure production and development environments for optimal IT functionality
Oversaw administration of all company applications, including secure integration of Okta (SAML), automation, access controls, and overall security
Spearheaded procurement, planning, and implementation of Kandji and Intune MDMs, leveraging Okta, Apple DEP, and Windows Autopilot
Orchestrated successful migration of diagramming tool from Miro to Lucid
Actively participated in multiple audits, diligently gathering evidence for SOC2, ISO27001, and external security audits
Successfully integrated Fresh Service SaaS App Manager for streamlined vendor and contract management across the organization

IT Lead / Flashfood / Remote

June 2021 - June 2022

Enrolled vendor applications into Okta deployment via SAML and SWA, early stages of establishing Zero Trust through device-state and context flow
Completed SOC2 audit with Deloitte Canada, actively participating in policy design, reviews, and employee training
Contributed to ongoing semi-annual access reviews, ensuring compliance and security measures
Created and implemented bash scripts for initializing Macbooks, including MDM and security applications such as Cisco AMP, Umbrella, and Vanta
Enhanced Jira workflow for IT Service Desk tickets, streamlining processes and improving efficiency
Managed administrative access for all 60 Flashfood applications, reviewing access request tickets and adhering to company and SOC2 policies

Systems Administrator / 2Keys - An Interac Company / Toronto, ON - Hybrid

April 2019 - June 2021

Administered and monitored Scotiabank's internal Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) servers
Conducted monthly research and executed Scotiabank's security standards on the bank's internal PKI servers, including RHSA research, testing, and execution in lower environments
Raised required CAB changes and ensured follow-through with internal bank processes
Executed security monitoring and login audit, system file changes monitoring, system's disks and RAM usage, and OS level warnings and errors by writing bash monitoring scripts for PKI servers
Led and obtained Operation Readiness process review for internal OCSP project
Planned, organized, and implemented the release of the newest version of Entrust Security Provider (ESP) to 95,000 internal customers across 8 countries
Created python scripts to ingest and output spreadsheets of user's data and ESP user reports made by Tanium

Systems Administrator / Coinsquare / Toronto, ON

February 2018 - April 2019

Conducted comprehensive research and exhaustive testing to determine the suitability and effectiveness of Ansible/JumpCloud/Automox for Linux and Mac OS administration
Successfully constructed and managed a state-of-the-art Unify network and corporate office infrastructure
Spearheaded the seamless integration of Okta SSO, enabling 150 employees to access multiple systems with enhanced security and efficiency
Developed and authored the Asset Management Policy and Acceptable Computer Usage Policy, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements
Provided exceptional help desk support for Linux Mint and MacOS endpoints, printers, network, VOIP phones, and security systems

Junior Systems Admninistrator / Plexxis Software / Vaughan, ON

May 2017 - February 2018

Created and implemented bash scripts to automate daily tasks
Successfully deployed and configured Oracle and CentOS servers within VMware environment
Spearheaded a VMware replacement project by leading the implementation of oVirt
Installed, configured, and deployed multiple appliances including Observium, Apache web servers, and Windows RDP
Provided daily support and maintenance for Plexxis application and servers

Tod Lazarov

Systems Engineer