Windows System Administration

YEAR

2024

MY ROLE

Ongoing

STACK USED

Powershell

Microsoft Power Automate

Microsoft365

INDUSTRY

IT Service

Project Overview

This project showcases comprehensive expertise in Windows system administration, highlighting the installation, configuration, and management of various open-source software solutions to meet diverse organizational needs. The focus is on optimizing performance, ensuring scalability, and automating routine processes to enhance operational efficiency.

Key Features

Automation and Scripting

Developed robust PowerShell scripts to automate routine tasks such as system maintenance, user provisioning, and configuration management.

Leveraged Power Automate to create automated workflows for notifications, approvals, and data integration.

Power Platform Integrations

Integrated Microsoft Bookings for streamlined scheduling and resource management.

Utilized Power Automate to connect various Microsoft services, reducing manual intervention.

Identity and Access Management

Interacted with EntraID to set up secure Graph API integrations for managing user identities and permissions.

Automated user creation and management via PowerShell scripts in line with organizational policies.

Software Deployment and Management

Implemented Chocolatey for bulk software installations and updates across multiple endpoints.

Streamlined deployment processes to ensure consistent software configurations across the enterprise.

Challenges Solved

Automation Complexity

Overcame the challenges of automating diverse administrative tasks by developing versatile PowerShell scripts and leveraging Power Automate flows.

Integration Hurdles

Addressed integration challenges with EntraID and Graph API to ensure seamless identity management and secure access controls.

Scalability and Consistency

Ensured uniform software deployment and system configurations using Chocolatey, reducing manual errors and enhancing scalability.

Security and Compliance

Implemented stringent security measures during user creation and access management, ensuring compliance with enterprise standards.

Project Impact

This Windows System Administration project significantly reduced manual workloads, improved system security, and streamlined software deployment processes. By integrating Microsoft technologies and automating key tasks, the organization experienced increased operational efficiency and enhanced user management.

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