Richard Sutherland

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About Richard Sutherland

IT Security Engineer Mange vulnerabilities. Configuration and deployment of CrowdStrike IT Manager I have managed Internal IT systems for companies with branches located internationally Some of the issues I have helped business IT departments with are: Asset management and inventory- It is surprising what assets are not known about, licensed or depreciating correctly. Microsoft, VMware and other license management - Often virtual server licensing is not done correctly, especially with Microsoft server and SQL licensing. Microsoft and Linux Software versions - are all versions in production supported? Physical server hardware being in support, refreshed or decommissioned due to migrations to the cloud. Regular Server patching- This needs to be done at least monthly to both Linux and Windows systems. Often the cloud based servers get neglected. Desktop patching using Windows update, WSUS or Apple management software. Antivirus installed and maintained correctly across desktops and servers. At least Laptop encryption for both PC's and Mac's. Migration of legacy systems to the cloud- Can it be a managed service? Desktop and Conference room AV systems and migration to modern technologies. Migration of active directory domains to Azure 365 or domain consolidation. Perimeter and local firewalls as well as internal smart defense and next generation firewalls. General security and best practices.