Tarik Gungor
Building reliable systems with a calm, operations-first mindset — from enterprise-style labs to real-world environments.
What I Do
I support end users, build reliable infrastructure, and document systems clearly so teams can review and reuse the work.
Infrastructure & Systems
Windows/Linux fundamentals, virtualization, and repeatable lab builds that reflect real enterprise patterns.
Networking
Segmentation, DNS/DHCP fundamentals, secure connectivity, and practical troubleshooting.
Endpoint & Operations
Device configuration, monitoring, and support in busy environments with reliability as the priority.
Documentation
Clear write-ups, diagrams, and step-by-step build notes for review, handover, and future reuse.
Selected Projects
Hands-on infrastructure projects focused on reliability, design clarity, and practical implementation.
Capstone: Virtualized Enterprise Lab
NAT/Firewall routing, multi-DC design, Linux DHCP, DNS, SAN/iSCSI, and failover testing.
Active Directory: Users, OUs & GPO
Structured OU design, security groups, permissions, and policy-based workstation/user settings.
DNS: Primary/Secondary + AD-Integrated Zones
DNS service configuration, zone design, and troubleshooting patterns.
DHCP: Linux + Advanced DHCP Service
Scope planning, options, reservations, and service validation in a segmented environment.
Storage: SAN + iSCSI + RAID
Storage planning, iSCSI connectivity, and redundancy testing (multi-disk failure scenario).
Failover Cluster: File Servers + Shared Storage
Cluster design, shared storage (VHD Set), and failover validation for availability.
VMware ESXi: Nested Build & Management
VMware Workstation + nested ESXi environment setup for lab workflows and repeatability.
Other
Personal Website (this site) — minimal, premium, and documentation-driven.
Home Server Infrastructure
Private cloud and media stack planning with a reliability-first mindset.
Café Network Segmentation
Staff vs guest network separation with operational and security considerations.
Endpoint Management Lab
Device configuration, monitoring, and policy deployment using Endpoint Central.
Experience
IT Specialist — BETA PREP
- Infrastructure & endpoint oversight for fulfillment operations
- Operational IT support across warehouse systems
Information Technology Technician — Torontonian Flooring
- On-site IT support & device configuration
- Network troubleshooting & systems support
IT Support Specialist — Bestof Floor LTD
- Network administration & segmentation
- Endpoint configuration & support
IT Analyst — Payment Source
- Managed Endpoint Central & Mobile Device Management
- Deployed 50+ device configurations
- System monitoring & hardware support
Volunteer Experience
Community work aligned with IT support and infrastructure operations.
Supporting IT operations and troubleshooting for community services, with an emphasis on reliability and user support.
Education
Formal training in systems, networking, and IT infrastructure.
Focused on systems architecture, networking fundamentals, infrastructure, and applied technical labs.
Practical training in Active Directory, network administration, device support, and enterprise IT environments.