Ivan Pozhidaev

Novosibirsk · Russian Federation · ivan@ivanpozhidaev.ru

Highly skilled IT professional with extensive expertise in designing, deploying, and managing enterprise networks and related security infrastructure. Proficient in configuring and troubleshooting a wide range of networking and security equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, Linux and Windows servers, as well as LAN/WAN and wireless technologies. Self-motivated and quick learner, committed to continuous professional development through ongoing training and hands-on exploration of emerging technologies.

Experience

System Administrator/IT Specialist

Dinamika Group

Network Infrastructure Management: Designed, configured, and maintained corporate networks, including routers, switches, access points, and printers (MikroTik, D-Link, Netgear, ASUS, Keenetic, HP).

Server & Workstation Administration: Installed and managed Windows/Linux servers, NAS, workstations, and laptops, ensuring optimal performance and security.

Web & Mail Servers: Deployed and maintained company web servers (WWW, FTP, Mail) and developed corporate websites (dinamika.ru, breathing.ru, svsmebel.com, svsdpk.ru, intellectbreathing.com).

Virtualization & Cloud Solutions: Configured and maintained VMware ESXi virtualization, Citrix, Microsoft Office 365, and other cloud-based services.

Security & Compliance: Implemented security policies, firewall configurations, and backup solutions to protect data and infrastructure.

IT Projects & System Integration: Led deployments of Moodle LMS, 1C:Enterprise, EDMS Evfrat, and CRM Sales Expert 2, improving workflow automation.

Branch Network Expansion: Played a key role in setting up new network infrastructures for remote company branches.

Technical Support & Customer Service: Provided end-user support, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, and explaining technical concepts in clear, non-technical terms.

Vendor & Service Provider Coordination: Collaborated with third-party vendors to procure hardware/software and resolve technical issues.

October 2005 - Present

System Administrator

Sensor Technologies (a subsidiary of Innalabs Holding Inc., USA)

August 2004 - September 2005

System Administrator

Dinamika Group

July 2003 - July 2004

Education

Novosibirsk State Technical University

Engineer's degree in Computer Science
2003

Skills

Professional skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate appropriately with persons possessing different levels of technology aptitude or skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills with a demonstrated ability to make difficult concepts easy to understand
  • Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills relating to all aspects of networking environment
  • Strong Microsoft Windows/Linux Server/Desktop operating systems installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting skills
  • Basic programming (Python/JavaScript/etc.), writing small scripts and tools

Programming Languages & Tools
  • Python, Java, C, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Bash
  • VS Code, IntelliJ IDEA, Android Studio

Other tools & Technologies
  • Apache, Nginx, Webmin/Virtualmin, ISPManager, RouterOS
  • TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory, Proxy, VPN, DFS, SSH, FTP, RAID, OOP, Swing, JSON, REST, Spring Boot, etc.

Interests

I like motorcycle riding, seashore vibes, read fiction books and watch movies.

Awards & Certifications

  • "Python Generation": course for advanced, 2025
  • "Python Generation": course for beginners, 2025
  • Java Developer/Frontend Developer - Shift +Enter – Changellenge, 2021
  • Java Development – Sberbank Virtual Internship – Studre, 2021
  • IELTS – L6.0/R7.5/ W6.5/S6.0 - Cyprus, 2017
  • AQF Bachelor Degree with a major in computing - ANZSCO: 263111(Computer Network and Systems Engineer) – ACS (Australia), 2017

Services

Providing IT consulting services within areas of competence