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I am an IT Systems Engineer specializing in monitoring, automation, and incident recovery. I design and implement resilient infrastructure, lead complex migrations, and coordinate IT recovery efforts to minimize downtime. I am open to remote opportunities, and I enjoy turning fragmented systems into reliable operations, guiding teams through high-pressure incidents, and delivering measurable security and performance improvements.…I am an IT Systems Engineer specializing in monitoring, automation, and incident recovery. I design and implement resilient infrastructure, lead complex migrations, and coordinate IT recovery efforts to minimize downtime. I am open to remote opportunities, and I enjoy turning fragmented systems into reliable operations, guiding teams through high-pressure incidents, and delivering measurable security and performance improvements.

Nikola J Saslawski

DevOps Developer, Web Developer, Programmer, +2

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I am an IT Systems Engineer specializing in monitoring, automation, and incident recovery. I design and implement resilient infrastructure, lead complex migrations, and coordinate IT recovery efforts to minimize downtime. I am open to remote opportunities, and I enjoy turning fragmented systems into reliable operations, guiding teams through high-pressure incidents, and delivering measurable security and performance improvements.…I am an IT Systems Engineer specializing in monitoring, automation, and incident recovery. I design and implement resilient infrastructure, lead complex migrations, and coordinate IT recovery efforts to minimize downtime. I am open to remote opportunities, and I enjoy turning fragmented systems into reliable operations, guiding teams through high-pressure incidents, and delivering measurable security and performance improvements.

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I am an IT Systems Engineer specializing in monitoring, automation, and incident recovery. I design and implement resilient infrastructure, lead complex migrations, and coordinate IT recovery efforts to minimize downtime.

I am open to remote opportunities, and I enjoy turning fragmented systems into reliable operations, guiding teams through high-pressure incidents, and delivering measurable security and performance improvements.

Skills

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Intermediate

Intermediate

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Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

German

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Russian

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English

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Work Experience

IT Systems Engineer - Logging & Monitoring at Helios IT Service GmbH

January 1, 2023 - Present

Implemented a centralized logging system for KRITIS hospitals with planned expansion; migrated monitoring from Icinga2 to CheckMK; supported the Linux/DevOps team with system administration and updates; managed Splunk as a SIEM solution.

Team Lead Hardware & Backup at University Hospital Düsseldorf

December 31, 2023 - September 26, 2025

Promoted to Team Lead after successfully managing part of the IT recovery process following a ransomware attack. Restored 60TB of encrypted data and reestablished Active Directory and user access for over 12,000 employees. Implemented a secure Veeam backup system, restructured network security, and led procurement and deployment of new data center infrastructure. Managed SAN across three vendors, file servers, file backups, VM backups, hardware installation/repair, and data center maintenance. Key role in procuring and setting up a temporary data center container for secure operations during the incident.

Monitoring & Systems Engineer at University Hospital Düsseldorf

December 31, 2020 - September 26, 2025

Designed and implemented a company-wide monitoring system (Zabbix) for over 12,000 employees across three data centers. Automated server patching and application restarts using PowerShell and Python scripts. Managed IT infrastructure projects and coordinated a team of three in implementing over 700 IT and medical system integrations. Responsible for vendor selection, procurement, deployment, and documentation of new solutions. Optimized implementation processes to accelerate approvals and project delivery.

Technical Project Manager at Ayacandas GmbH

December 31, 2018 - September 26, 2025

Led IT infrastructure setup and management, covering network systems, secure operating environments, and communication tools. Defined and optimized processes to streamline operations and improve team productivity. Oversaw cross-functional collaboration for project alignment, recruitment, and onboarding of new team members.

IT Systems Engineer at K&M Computer

December 31, 2014 - September 26, 2025

Managed customer service operations, on-site support, and customized solutions to meet business goals. Led workshop operations, optimizing processes to boost service efficiency and performance metrics (KPIs). Handled hardware sales from needs assessment to installation and developed marketing campaigns for products. Managed inventory, returns, stock orders, and monthly supply forecasts for retail readiness.