Technical Skills Summary

System Administration

  • System Management: Applications installation/maintenance; User and group management; Firewall configuration; Active Directory administration
  • Network Administration: Network setup/configuration and management; On-site setup and troubleshooting
  • OS: Linux/RHEL/Unix; Windows Server
  • Web Server: Apache; Nginx; IIS
  • Database Management: MS-SQL Server (with SSMS); MySQL/phpMyAdmin
  • Backup: Azure Backup; rsync
  • Cloud: Azure DevOps; CloudFlare; AWS integration for software solutions
  • Automation: Bash/Shell scripting; Python scripting; PowerShell
  • Technical support: Client issue resolution; Help desk management

Web Development

  • Backend: PHP (7,8); Laravel; WordPress; Node.js
  • Frontend: HTML/CSS/Bootstrap; JavaScript/jQuery/AJAX; DHTMLX; NPM/Yarn
  • Database: T-SQL; SSMS and SQL Profiler
  • Others: PHPUnit Testing; SEO

Others

  • Big Data: Hadoop; Java MapReduce/Cascading Framework
  • Collaboration/Documentation: Jira; Confluence; Scrum
  • Other Technologies: Git; SVN
  • Soft skills: Adaptability, Quick learning, Analytical thinking, Time management, Team collaboration

Familiar Technologies

  • Programming Language: C; C++; Go; Python; Java
  • Web/Database: PHP; Laravel; Django; React; Next.js; Node.js; SQL Server; MongoDB; PostgreSQL; SQLite; RESTful services
  • Administration: Cisco routers and switches; Nagios; Grafana; SELinux; Compliance standards (HIPAA, STIG Standard)
  • Tools: Ansible; Terraform; CloudWatch; Cisco Packet Tracer; Wireshark; Nmap; BurpSuite; ZAP
  • SEO: Google Analytics; Google Search Console; Technical SEO (site speed, mobile optimization); Performance tracking and reporting
  • Virtualization: Docker; Kubernetes; VirtualBox; KVM/QEMU; VMWare Workstation

Cybersecurity as a hobby (2022 - present)

  • Engaged in CTF challenges on platforms such as Hacker101 (earned private invitations to VDPs), OWASP Juice Shop, HackTheBox, and TryHackMe, continuously enhancing practical skills and knowledge in cybersecurity.
  • Studied and practiced methodologies related to bug hunting and penetration testing.
  • Studied vulnerabilities, with a focus on the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, OWASP API Top 10 vulnerabilities, SWC Registry, and EEA EthTrust Security Levels for Web3.
  • Explored Web3 security by developing decentralized applications (DApps) using Solidity and Ethereum, and studying the architecture, smart contracts, and vulnerabilities of major DeFi protocols such as Uniswap, Aave, Compound, and MakerDAO.
  • Performed security code reviews for multiple programming languages, including Python, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, and Solidity, ensuring compliance with security best practices and standards.
  • Developed comprehensive and actionable reports following penetration tests and bug findings, effectively communicating identified vulnerabilities and recommended remediation strategies to stakeholders.

Work Experience

System and WordPress Administrator

IBN Media and Research Pvt. Ltd. Naxal, Kathmandu, Nepal
September 2022 - May 2025

  • Led the setup and configuration of desktop and laptop systems, including assembly and maintenance, tailored to support specific requirements such as video editing and administrative tasks.
  • Created a local server for offline backup and file sharing between writers, executives, and video editors.
  • Led a team of two for the migration of the website to a new WordPress theme and server, while also creating a subdomain for English language alongside Nepali.
  • Strengthened security by implementing plugins to block spam comments and utilizing CloudFlare for firewall protection and DNSSEC for enhanced DNS security.
  • Effectively boosted the website’s ranking in Google search to the top by optimizing on-page SEO elements and adopting SEO best practices, plugins, analytics, and insights from Google Search Console.
  • Implemented a 3-2-1 backup strategy for WordPress using plugins for cloud backups and a custom bash script with password-less SSH and rsync for offline backups.
  • Reduced the load time of the website by 80% by using plugins to enable lazy loading of images and static files.
  • Successfully identified and neutralized a single instance of cryptojacking malware through regular monitoring of servers, effectively safeguarding system resources and preventing potential data loss or corruption.
  • Created technical documentation for server configuration, updates, and troubleshooting guidelines.
  • Performed on-site network setup/maintenance, troubleshooting for user devices and peripherals including printers and scanners.
  • Maintained hardware via firmware updates and performance monitoring to ensure uptime, prevent unexpected shutdowns, and extend lifespan.

AI Tutor: Domain Expert in Formal Science

Mindrift Remote
March 2024 - July 2024

  • Developed specialized content to train AI models in ethical and accurate practices within specific domains (formal science and theoretical computer science).
  • Crafted, edited, assessed, and fact-checked AI interactions based on rigorous research.

Associate System Administrator

Pioneer Solutions Nepal Sitapaila, Kathmandu, Nepal
March 2022 - August 2022

  • Transformed manual deployment processes (manual patching to tests and production servers) into a streamlined continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipeline using Azure DevOps Pipelines and Azure Repos.
  • Successfully migrated SVN repositories to Git repositories by using the git svn clone utility and developed a script to automate this process.
  • Configured Azure Active Directory Single Sign-On (SSO) for both single-tenant and multi-tenant clients.
  • Created clear, role-specific documentation for Azure Active Directory SSO, including step-by-step setup guides and troubleshooting procedures for developers, system administrators, and clients.
  • Developed automation scripts in Python and PowerShell for backup processes, monitoring, and software installations.
  • Installed and configured IIS server for use with PHP FastCGI and implemented client certificate authentication mapping using self-signed certificates.
  • Monitored and backed up SQL databases using Azure Storage Explorer and T-SQL scripts, while performing SQL Server maintenance, including job and report management, user administration, and privilege maintenance.
  • Managed tasks and HelpDesk inquiries using the Jira HelpDesk and ticketing system, assisting internal and external personnel (clients) with application setup and troubleshooting.
  • Executed the onboarding and offboarding of employees, including the setup and cleanup of work devices (laptops and desktops) and user accounts, and performed network setup/maintenance for office employees.
  • Participated in application setup/troubleshooting sessions for external personnel (clients).

Associate Software Engineer

Pioneer Solutions Nepal Sitapaila, Kathmandu, Nepal
August 2020 - February 2022

  • Developed features for CTRM software using PHP, JavaScript, and AJAX, including responsive UI design with the DHTMLX framework.
  • Designed, implemented, and updated database schemas and tables, including stored procedures, functions, and jobs using T-SQL (with SSMS and SQL Profiler).
  • Optimized queries to enhance storage efficiency and improve the performance of legacy code by refactoring to meet organizational standards, implementing indexing strategies, bulk inserts, and optimizing join techniques (favoring INNER JOINs over OUTER JOINs when appropriate).
  • Replaced cursors with set-based operations, used views to simplify complex queries, and ensured the use of appropriate data types for columns and parameters as part of the optimization.
  • Implemented functional and integration testing, including unit testing using PHPUnit and manual testing methods, to ensure the reliability and performance of the application.
  • Performed thorough code reviews for both myself and team members prior to commits, ensuring code quality and adherence to project standards.
  • Collaborated using Agile/Scrum methodology with the Jira ticketing system and documented features comprehensively in Confluence.
  • Participated in application/patch troubleshooting sessions for external personnel (clients).

Big Data Intern

Deerwalk Services Pvt. Ltd. Sifal, Kathmandu, Nepal
July 2018 - June 2019

  • Employed Hadoop MapReduce for processing and analyzing large datasets, and implemented data processing functions using the Java Cascading Framework.
  • Integrated AWS into big data solutions using APIs, SDKs, and CLI for automation.
  • Maintained HIPAA compliance during the processing and management of sensitive healthcare data in big data solutions.