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SYAHRULZAMAN AHMAD

SYAHRULZAMAN AHMAD

Team Lead - Tech Support
Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Experienced in a distributed environment, versatile Support Specialist with expertise in managing data, technical issues, and personnel support tasks. 25 Years of experience in IT Support and Data Center Support. Self-motivated and attentive problem solver with strong interpersonal skills. Effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and clients.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Team Lead - Tech Support

ConceptWay Solutions (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur
01.2023 - Current
  • Manage the company's laptop, desktop, and server infrastructure.
  • Oversee asset management and maintain key documentation.
  • Assist with MDEC eXpats-related matters.
  • Provide technical support for the company website and application development.
  • Played a supporting role as Lead and Tech Support for the ConceptWay team in the National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) Project.
  • Coach team members on essential techniques to complete job tasks efficiently.
  • Collaborate with department leads to streamline workflows, enhance interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business objectives.
  • Improve customer satisfaction by ensuring timely project completion and maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Enhance overall team performance through regular coaching, feedback, and skill development initiatives.

Senior Data Center Support Specialist

Amway IT Sdn. Bhd.
04.2013 - 09.2020
  • Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in data center infrastructure projects, including network infrastructure, structured cabling, storage appliances, compute resources, firewall appliances, and other critical components.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware and physical network issues.
  • Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
  • Lead individuals, teams, and multiple groups of data center technicians/vendors, overseeing workflow, quality assurance processes, asset management, and maintenance of key documentation.
  • Consult with Amway management, IT provisioning teams, and technical staff to plan project specifications and procedures.
  • Engage with the Amway engineering team to develop solutions and processes that enhance data center efficiency, resolve technical issues, and integrate new technologies.
  • Played a primary role in the design and implementation of the data center.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop optimal solutions supporting future growth, including data center migration and decommissioning.
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation of data center and IT operations.
  • Support Amway IT Operations in a secondary role as a Team Lead, monitoring the global system (AS400, Windows, Unix).
  • Manage incident tickets and serve as the major/critical incident coordinator.
  • Managed high-priority tickets with professionalism, ensuring timely resolutions while maintaining excellent rapport with internal teams.
  • Assist IT Operations with team scheduling and staff training.
  • Improved Amway internal teams satisfaction by addressing and resolving technical issues swiftly and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective support strategies.
  • Monitored system performance to identify potential issues.

Senior System Engineer

MFX Sdn. Bhd.
Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur
01.2010 - 02.2013
  • Perform desktop maintenance, troubleshooting, and daily operations.
  • Reduced downtime for critical systems by proactively identifying potential issues and conducting preventative maintenance.
  • Set up and maintain servers, including Windows Server and Linux Server.
  • Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
  • Troubleshoot end-user issues on Windows and Mac systems.
  • Identified software issues and handled troubleshooting to resolve quickly.
  • Manage data backup and retrieval using tape storage (LTO and SDLT).
  • Maintain video and audio equipment.
  • Conduct research and development (R&D) for new software and hardware solutions.
  • Set up and maintain networking infrastructure, including small business modems, switches, and routers.
  • Maintain accurate administrative records of IT equipment movement, networking, application software, and related IT information.

Remote Technical Agent

IBM Malaysia Sdn Bhd
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Provide technical support via phone, email, and fax.
  • Handle 1st-level support for hardware, software, custom applications, desktops, notebooks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues in a timely manner.
  • Diagnosed hardware malfunctions accurately, guiding customers through necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for IBM products.
  • Provided expert recommendations on suitable hardware upgrades or replacements based on individual client needs.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing training and support to junior Technical Agents.

IT Technician

Universiti Kuala Lumpur – Malaysian Institute of Aviation Technology
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Perform desktop maintenance, troubleshooting, and daily operations.
  • Manage network and server maintenance.
  • Monitored server room, wireless network and other server infrastructure, keeping systems running smoothly.
  • Assist with all operational issues in the IT department.
  • Support web development initiatives.
  • Managed inventory of hardware and software assets, ensuring proper allocation and maintenance throughout their lifecycle.
  • Implement and manage antivirus solutions.

Technical Support

IPNet Computer & Network
03.2006 - 01.2007
  • Offered basic technical support for clients on wide range of company products.
  • Provided technical support to clients, troubleshooting issues promptly for optimal customer satisfaction.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient technical support and troubleshooting assistance.

Technical Support (Industrial Training)

Heritage Forte Sdn. Bhd
06.2005 - 12.2005
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Technician (System Maintenance, Trouble Shooting and Operation)

Cyberlife Connection Sdn. Bhd.
08.1999 - 08.2001
  • Maintained office PCs, networks and mobile devices.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Performed troubleshooting and repaired peripheral devices such as printers, scanners and cctv.
  • Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
  • Managed inventory of hardware and software assets, ensuring proper allocation and maintenance throughout their lifecycle.

Education

Diploma - Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication)

University Kuala Lumpur Malaysia France Institute
Bangi, Selangor
04.2001 -

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) - Science & Technology

Kolej Sultan Abdul Hamid
Alor Setar, Kedah
04.2001 -

Skills

Operations management

Coaching and mentoring

Customer focus

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Project management

Team supervision

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Documentation and reporting

Technical support

Problem-solving abilities

Certification

CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate

Timeline

Team Lead - Tech Support

ConceptWay Solutions (M) Sdn. Bhd.
01.2023 - Current

CDCP - Certified Data Centre Professional

12-2014

Senior Data Center Support Specialist

Amway IT Sdn. Bhd.
04.2013 - 09.2020

Senior System Engineer

MFX Sdn. Bhd.
01.2010 - 02.2013

Remote Technical Agent

IBM Malaysia Sdn Bhd
01.2009 - 12.2009

IT Technician

Universiti Kuala Lumpur – Malaysian Institute of Aviation Technology
01.2008 - 12.2008

Technical Support

IPNet Computer & Network
03.2006 - 01.2007

CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate

12-2005

Technical Support (Industrial Training)

Heritage Forte Sdn. Bhd
06.2005 - 12.2005

Diploma - Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication)

University Kuala Lumpur Malaysia France Institute
04.2001 -

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) - Science & Technology

Kolej Sultan Abdul Hamid
04.2001 -

Technician (System Maintenance, Trouble Shooting and Operation)

Cyberlife Connection Sdn. Bhd.
08.1999 - 08.2001
SYAHRULZAMAN AHMADTeam Lead - Tech Support