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Benjamin
GREGOIRE

Senior System & Network Administrator

20+ years of international experience in enterprise IT infrastructure, virtualization, cybersecurity, and Azure/cloud operations. Proven leader in project management, disaster recovery, and multi-site IT operations. Fluent in English and French.

📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE 📞 +971 50 718 6180 ✉️ gregoire.benjamin@hotmail.fr 🔗 LinkedIn
Benjamin Gregoire
Available for opportunities
20+ YRS Experience
MULTI-SITE Infrastructure
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Core Competencies

Control Panel — Technical Mastery Overview

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Network Administration

Fortigate Firewalls, Cisco Switches, VLAN, QoS Optimization

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System Administration

VMware ESX, Windows Server, Linux Environments

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Virtualization & Cloud

Microsoft Azure, Cloud Storage, Infrastructure Virtualization

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IT Project Management

Domain Migrations, Backup Strategies, Disaster Recovery

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Scripting & Automation

Bash, PowerShell, Process Automation

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Backup & Recovery

BackupExec, VEEAM, LTO Technologies

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Telephony

IPBX, 3Cx, Enterprise Mobile Device Management

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IT Security

Firewalls, Endpoint Security, VPN, Access Management

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Supervision Tools

PRTG, Nagios, GLPI, ManageEngine, Citrix

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Team Leadership

Communication, Collaboration, Problem-solving, Adaptability

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Collaboration Platforms

Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, Exchange, Azure AD

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Storage & Infrastructure

SAN, NAS, LTO, Cloud Storage, Multi-site Infrastructure

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Professional Experience

Traceroute — Career Topology

RENECO International Wildlife Consultants LTD
Sr. Network and System Administrator | IT Project Manager
2018 — PresentAbu Dhabi, UAE7 yrs
  • Led end-to-end IT projects including GLPI deployment for service management, PRTG for real-time network monitoring, and full domain & backup migrations enhancing data security and operational efficiency.
  • Ensured 99.9%+ uptime of VMware, Windows Server, and Linux server infrastructure through proactive maintenance, performance tuning, and rapid incident resolution.
  • Designed and managed network topology including Fortigate Firewalls, Cisco switches, VLANs, and QoS policies ensuring robust and secure multi-site operations.
  • Implemented hybrid storage architecture — Cloud, SAN, NAS, and LTO tape — with BackupExec & VEEAM for comprehensive data protection and disaster recovery.
  • Administered IPBX and 3Cx telephony platforms, mobile device management (MDM), and enforced IT security via VPN, WSUS, and enterprise antivirus.
  • Directed Azure Active Directory, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams deployment for 200+ users across multiple sites.
  • Managed IT budget, vendor relationships, and procurement processes — achieving cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and lifecycle planning.
  • Developed IT policies, documentation, and SOPs to standardize operations and onboard new team members effectively.
SUEZ Group — Water Technologies & Solutions
Network and System Administrator
2016 — 2018Nantes Area, France2 yrs
  • Led implementation of WSUS for automated system patching, VEEAM/LTO backup solutions, antivirus, and VPN IPSec/SSL security enhancements across the French regional infrastructure.
  • Redesigned network administration processes introducing new security frameworks and monitoring protocols, resulting in measurably improved performance and reduced incidents.
  • Managed Windows and Linux server estate across distributed sites, ensuring compliance with corporate IT standards.
  • Supported and mentored junior IT staff during a period of organizational transformation.
BENETEAU Group
Network and System Administrator
2011 — 2016South Carolina & Maryland, USA5 yrs
  • Delivered Level I & II IT support and managed physical and virtual servers (ESX, VMware, Windows, Linux) ensuring uninterrupted manufacturing and business operations.
  • Architected and managed backup and recovery solutions using NetVault and VEEAM; administered PBX Alcatel telephony and corporate mobile devices.
  • Maintained full security posture: VPN, SSL certificates, WSUS patching, antivirus, and network infrastructure across Cisco, HP, and Dell equipment.
  • Directed cross-functional IT projects and supervised team activities, consistently meeting delivery timelines and SLA targets.
  • Managed international coordination between US sites and French HQ, bridging language and technical requirements.
BENETEAU Group
IT Support and Network Administrator
2005 — 2011St Gilles Croix de Vie, France6 yrs
  • Provided first-line user support across 200+ workstations — hardware, software, peripherals — ensuring high employee productivity and minimal downtime.
  • Managed computer device lifecycle: provisioning, configuration, maintenance, and decommissioning.
  • Administered backup systems, telephony infrastructure, and network equipment for the French headquarters.
  • Implemented proactive hardware monitoring routines and system health checks, significantly reducing unplanned outages.
  • Built foundational IT documentation library improving team response times to recurring issues.
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Global Footprint

Network Topology — Work Locations

Abu Dhabi, UAE Nantes, France St Gilles Croix de Vie SC & MD, USA
Current Position
Past Position
Abu Dhabi, UAE
RENECO International
2018 — Present
Nantes, France
SUEZ Group
2016 — 2018
SC & MD, United States
BENETEAU Group
2011 — 2016
St Gilles Croix de Vie, France
BENETEAU Group
2005 — 2011
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Education & Certifications

System Credentials — Verified

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CESI Ecole d'Ingénieurs
Responsable en Ingénierie Systèmes et Réseaux
Network and System Administration — 2016–2018
MASTER 1 / BACHELOR — Bac+4 — Niveau II RNCP
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CESI, Nantes
Technicien Supérieur Maintenance et Support Informatique
IT Support / Network Administration — 2005–2007
BTS — Bac+2 — Niveau III RNCP
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Ecole Centrale de Nantes
Bac Pro Informatique — Installation et Maintenance
2001 — 2004
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Saint Gabriel
Brevet d'Études Professionnelles en Electronique
1999 — 2001

🏆 IT Certifications

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
Verified
Cisco CCNA
Verified
ITIL 4 Foundation
Verified

🌐 Languages

FrenchNative / Bilingual
EnglishProfessional Working
Sign LanguageElementary
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System Access

Establish Connection

Emailgregoire.benjamin@hotmail.fr
Phone+971 50 718 6180
LinkedInbenjamin-gregoire-fr
LocationAbu Dhabi, UAE
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