Senior Infrastructure Specialist · Malaysia · Open to opportunities

Ooi Kim Beng

20+ years building enterprise IT infrastructure

From Unix/Solaris on the factory floor to Azure Cloud and AI implementation — managing the full lifecycle of enterprise infrastructure across manufacturing, electronics, and technology sectors.

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20+
Years experience
3
Industries
6
Major projects FY2025
34
Credly badges
Core Capabilities

Infrastructure. Security. Cloud.

Infrastructure & Server Admin

Administering 20+ database, web and scheduler servers across Windows and Azure. 24/7 stability, performance tuning and strategic roadmapping.

Windows ServerIISMS SQLVMware

Cloud & Azure

Established full Azure infrastructure for critical projects — web apps, databases, SSO integration. Microsoft 365 and Azure Cloud administration.

Azure CloudMicrosoft 365SSOWeb Apps

Security & Compliance

Vulnerability assessment, SSL certificate deployment, Guardicore firewall, ITAR compliance. Proactive security hardening across all server environments.

Cyber SecuritySSL/TLSITARGuardicore

Automation & Analytics

Python scripting, PowerShell, Power BI dashboards, Power Automate workflows — replacing manual processes with reliable automation.

PythonPowerShellPower BIAI/LLM tools
Career History

20 years. 7 companies.

Aug 2022 – Present
4 years

Senior Analyst (Infrastructure)

Keysight Technologies

Administering 20+ database, web and scheduler servers across Windows and Azure. Leading SQL performance tuning, security patching, ITAR compliance, and infrastructure roadmapping. Supervising contract personnel and supporting global transition projects.

Jun 2018 – Jul 2022
4 yrs 2 months

Senior Executive (IT)

ESCATEC Electronics Sdn Bhd

Full-stack IT support across VMware, Microsoft 365, Azure Cloud, WAN/LAN, Cyber Security, Raspberry Pi, PABX/VOIP, Backup/DR infrastructure, and 2nd level support for other IBUs.

Aug 2012 – May 2018
5 yrs 10 months

IT Engineer (Server & Infrastructure)

ASE Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd

Sun Solaris server administration, Unix shell scripting (Bash, Csh, Ksh), NFS/Samba user management, storage management (Netapp, Synology), lot control script development for production testing.

Jan 2008 – Jul 2012
4 yrs 7 months

Helpdesk / IT Support

ASE Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd

PC/laptop hardware, software installation, domain account management (Windows Server 2003), network troubleshooting (LAN/DMZ), handheld scanners, label printers, scheduled job monitoring.

Aug 2007 – Jul 2008
1 year

Desk Site Support

Flextronics

Rotating shift support, ticketing system, backup job monitoring, barcode printing/scanning, production application support.

Mar 2006 – May 2007
1 yr 3 months

Lotus Application Support & Designer

Lotus Information Technology (at KOMAG / WD)

Supporting 20+ Lotus Notes web-based applications — PR/PO, leave, gate pass, shipping systems. Data patching, debugging, report generation, end user support.

Jan 2001 – Feb 2006
5 yrs 2 months

IT Instructor

Edutech Sdn Bhd

Teaching computer hardware, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Office, basic HTML and programming to primary school students.

Key Achievements

What I've delivered.

Major OS Migration

Successfully upgraded 13 servers to Windows Server 2019 within the prescribed timeframe, zero production disruption.

Azure Cloud Deployment

Established full Azure infrastructure for a critical project — web apps, databases, and SSO integration, from scratch.

Security Hardening

Remediated critical SQL vulnerabilities by implementing SSL certificates across all connections and deploying Guardicore firewall.

SQL Replication & Monitoring

Deployed SQL replication across 5 servers and a 24/7 monitoring solution covering 10 SQL servers in FY2025.

Process Modernization

Developed Python and Power BI automated workflows to replace manual tasks and enhance data visibility across the team.

AI & LLM Implementation

Self-driven adoption of AI agents and LLM tools to modernize team workflows and explore new productivity frontiers.

Technical Skills

The full stack.

Operating Systems

Windows ServerLinux / UnixSun SolarisIIS

Cloud & Virtualisation

Microsoft AzureMicrosoft 365VMware

Database & Analytics

MS SQL ServerSSMSPower BIPower Automate

Security

Cyber SecurityGuardicoreSSL/TLSITAR Compliance

Scripting & Automation

PythonPowerShellShell ScriptBash / Ksh / Csh

Emerging Tech

AI AgentsLLM ToolsRaspberry PiLotus Notes
Continuous Learning

Certifications & badges.

34 verified badges on Credly, earned through O'Reilly Media and Cisco — spanning AI, security, infrastructure, and data.

AI & LLM (2025–2026)

Claude Cowork for EveryoneContext Engineering with MCPHands-On Multimodal AILangChain AI Agents A-ZFabric IntelligenceGetting Started with LlamaLocal Open Source LLMsPerplexity AI Essentials

Security (Cisco & O'Reilly)

Endpoint Security — CiscoIntroduction to Cybersecurity — CiscoExpert TLSTLS Handshake Deep DiveTLS v1.2 Deep DiveCybersecurity Lab & Cyber Range

Database & SQL

PostgreSQL BootcampSQL OptimizationSQL Query OptimizationWriting Better SQLData Lakehouse Fundamentals

Infrastructure & DevOps

Kubernetes in 4 HrsPractical DockerMastering systemdOptimizing Linux for AIMicroservice FundamentalsHow the Internet Really WorksGit Like A Pro

Professional & Productivity

Intro to UI & UX DesignUse Confluence Like a ProDesigning a Better PowerPointMental ModelsBetter Decision MakingLearning FundamentalsDegreed Active Learner
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