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Windows Server 2022 Virtualized, Network Environment

This project demonstrates the design, deployment, and management of a Windows Server 2022 domain environment utilizing Hyper-V virtualization and core network services to support business IT operations.


πŸ“‹ Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

  • Designed, installed, and maintained servers, virtualization platforms (Hyper-V), and network equipment to support business IT operations.
  • Monitored system and network performance, proactively troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
  • Administered Group Policy for Organizational Unit (OU) users and computers to enforce security and operational standards.
  • Implemented and maintained backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity.
  • Strengthened system security through access controls, firewall management, and antivirus deployment.
  • Applied regular updates and patches to operating systems and software to maintain compliance and stability.
  • Developed and maintained documentation of system configurations, procedures, and network topology.
  • Collaborated directly with ownership to plan, evaluate, and implement new technologies aligned with business growth.
  • Optimized virtualization and network environments to improve performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Automated server maintenance tasks using Python scripting and Windows Task Scheduler, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.
  • Administered core network services, including DNS, DHCP, and IIS Web Server, to ensure reliable availability and performance.
  • Managed virtual machines for Remote Desktop Services (RDS), enabling secure access for domain-joined users.

πŸ› οΈ Technologies & Tools Used

  • Operating Systems: Windows Server 2022, Windows 10/11
  • Virtualization: Hyper-V
  • Core Services: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, Group Policy, RDS
  • Automation & Scripting: Python, PowerShell, Task Scheduler
  • Security: Firewall rules, antivirus, access control policies
  • Documentation: System/network configuration guides and topology diagrams

πŸ“‚ Repository Structure

  • windows-server-2022-virtualized-network-environment/
    • README.md β€” Project overview and documentation
    • docs/
      • system-topology.png β€” Network/system diagram
      • configuration-notes.md β€” Setup procedures and config notes
      • backup-strategy.md β€” Backup & disaster recovery documentation
    • scripts/
      • maintenance.py β€” Example Python script for automation
      • gpo-report.ps1 β€” PowerShell script for GPO reporting

πŸš€ Future Enhancements

  • Integrate Azure Arc for hybrid cloud monitoring and management.
  • Expand automation using Ansible for server configuration.
  • Add AI/ML-based log analysis to detect anomalies in system activity.

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