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Samir KorfaliSK

Samir Korfali

Senior IT Consultant & Client Architect

€640/day
Düsseldorf, DE
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Samir

My focus is primarily on the architecture, automation, and modernization of large enterprise IT environments. With sound practical experience in managing complex infrastructures with over 80,000 systems, I support companies in their transition to Modern Workplace solutions.
  • German

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Conversational

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • Hessische Zentrale für Datenverarbeitung (HZD)
    Client Architect & Senior IT Consultant Development and Operation HessenPC & Server Farm
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    September 2022 - Today (3 years and 11 months)
    Wiesbaden, Germany
    Holistic support and automation of the central client and server infrastructure (HessenPC) for 80,000 systems via Microsoft Configuration Manager (MECM).

    Architecture & Engineering (ConfigMgr / Intune)
    • Planning and implementation of the Windows 11 migration (HessenPC 3.0 to 5.0) including major releases and client hardening.
    • Setup of a new, variabilized ConfigMgr structure for the server farm (1,500 systems).
    • Strategic conception of the migration from ConfigMgr/AD to Microsoft 365 with Intune and Entra ID.
    • Setup and maintenance of the virtual test environment (Hyper-V, VMware ESXi) and evaluation of RaaS analyses.

    Automation & Deployment (OSD & Software)
    • Development of complex OSD/OSU task sequences for deployment (OS/Boot Images, Packages).
    • Full automation of Patch Day (clients/servers) via ADRs, PowerShell, and Offline Servicing.
    • Script-based software packaging with the PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT).
    • Creation of policies and automated ConfigMgr integration of Morpheus-provisioned servers.

    Hardware, Drivers & Lifecycle
    • Evaluation, release, and driver management of new client and server hardware.
    • Automation of BIOS and password updates using task sequences.
    • Expertise in hardware tenders and support of the HPC shopping cart.

    Security, ITIL Operation & 3rd Level Support
    • System hardening according to current BSI and Microsoft security specifications (telemetry suppression, AV compliance).
    • 3rd Level Incident Management and error analysis in direct cooperation with manufacturers (Microsoft, Lenovo etc.).
    • Design of revision-proof operating processes according to ISO 9001 / ITIL 4 and adaptation of complex AD structures (GPOs, OUs).
    SCCM Powershell Microsoft Entra ID IT Architecture M365
  • Hessische Zentrale für Datenverarbeitung (HZD)
    System Administrator / System Engineer & Local Incident Manager
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    June 2018 - September 2022 (4 years and 3 months)
    Wiesbaden, Germany
    Ensuring IT operations, support, and continuous development of the HessenPC infrastructure in accordance with ITIL, quality, and IT security requirements.

    IT Operations & Incident Management (2nd - 3rd Level)
    • Holistic troubleshooting (via BMC Remedy) within the scope of Incident Management according to ITIL/ITSM standards.
    • Handling of complex error patterns in 2nd-level as well as 3rd-level support, including direct technical escalation to the respective manufacturers.
    • Central technical point of contact (SPOC) for on-site support staff and other HZD employees, especially for major incidents and escalations.
    • Coordination within the Incident Management Team.

    Change, Release & Patch Management
    • Planning, coordination, and technical implementation of OS migrations to newer operating system versions and evaluation of new hardware for Windows 10 releases.
    • Execution of comprehensive patch management (security updates, software, and drivers).
    • Control and implementation of change requests within the framework of Change and Release Management, including development of template solutions for standard procedures and IT maintenance tasks.

    IT Security & Compliance
    • Proactive monitoring of the infrastructure and immediate countermeasures in response to vulnerability reports from the BSI or CERT Hessen/Bund.
    • Regular review of the IT architecture and systematic implementation of best practice recommendations from manufacturers.

    Process Optimization & Documentation
    • Creation, revision, and management of operationally relevant documentation, optimization processes, and how-tos in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements.
    • Development of detailed manuals and instructions, including to ensure smooth on-call readiness.
    • Active further development of cross-functional operational processes, such as hardware and software inventory.
    • Creation and maintenance of a Knowledge Database.
    IT-Security SCCM Incident Management Patch Management IT support
  • Bezirksregierung Düsseldorf
    IT Support and Client Management via SCCM
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    June 2016 - December 2017 (1 year and 6 months)
    Düsseldorf, Germany
    Government employee Department 14 – Technology, SCCM
    • Client management with SCCM
    • Patch Management: Updating software, drivers, and security updates via SCCM/WSUS
    • Image Capture with Capture Task Sequence in SCCM
    • Deployment of Terminal Services via Windows Server
    • Creation and maintenance of operational documentation and how-tos
    • Management of Bromium Endpoint Protection on clients
    • Deployment of McAfee Drive Encryption
    • Creation and expansion of Group Policies
    • Acceptance and processing of tickets with Request Tracker for disruptions (call acceptance/1st and 2nd level)
    • Setup and modification of IT workstations
    SCCM Patch Management IT support

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Education

  • IT Specialist for System Integration
    Fachinformatiker für Systemintegration
  • Incident Response - Reaction to Cyber Attacks
    2024
    Incident Response - Vorfallreaktion nach Cyber-Angriffen

Certifications

  • ITIL 4 Foundation
    AXELOS Global Best Practice
    2020
    ITIL
  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate
    Microsoft
    2020
    Cloud computing Microsoft Entra ID Windows Autopilot Microsoft Azure Microsoft Intune

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