Results-driven IT Professional with over 15 years of experience in Information Technology, specializing in Planning, Implementation, Administration, and Troubleshooting. Proficient in Server, Virtualization (VMware, Citrix & Azure Virtual Desktop), and Exchange - Office 365. Seeking to leverage technical and management skills in a challenging environment to deliver quality solutions, maximize output, and contribute to the company's success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Server Engineer
Telephony Communications Technology
04.2023 - Current
Presales Responsibilities:
Technical Consultation: Collaborate with the sales team to understand client requirements and provide expert technical advice during the presales phase.
Solution Design: Develop customized server solutions based on client needs, ensuring alignment with technical specifications and business objectives.
Product Presentations: Conduct compelling presentations and demonstrations to showcase the features and advantages of proposed server solutions.
Proof of Concept (PoC): Lead the creation and execution of proof of concepts, demonstrating the practical application and effectiveness of proposed solutions.
Cost Estimation: Work closely with sales and finance teams to provide accurate and competitive cost estimates for server solutions, considering all relevant components.
Technical Proposals: Contribute to the development of technical proposals, ensuring alignment with client requirements and emphasizing value propositions.
Customer Engagement: Engage directly with clients to address technical inquiries, assess their unique needs, and build confidence in proposed server solutions.
Competitor Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive offerings, and emerging technologies to position the company's server solutions effectively.
Postsales Responsibilities:
Project Handover: Facilitate a seamless transition from presales to postsales by ensuring all relevant information is effectively communicated to the implementation team.
Implementation Support: Collaborate with the implementation team to ensure the successful deployment of server solutions, addressing technical challenges as they arise.
Client Training: Conduct comprehensive training sessions for clients on the use, maintenance, and optimization of implemented server solutions.
Technical Support: Provide ongoing technical support to clients, promptly addressing post-implementation issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing solutions.
Feedback Collection: Gather and analyze client feedback, actively seeking input on solution performance, and addressing any concerns or areas for improvement.
Documentation Management: Develop and maintain detailed documentation related to server solutions, including configurations, best practices, and troubleshooting guides.
Account Management: Nurture strong client relationships, understand evolving needs, and identify opportunities for upselling or cross-selling additional server solutions.
Post-Implementation Review: Conduct thorough post-implementation reviews, assessing solution success, documenting lessons learned, and identifying areas for enhancement.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry best practices, contributing valuable insights to both presales and postsales efforts.
Reporting: Generate regular reports on postsales activities, client satisfaction, and contribute to accurate sales forecasts.
Associate Manager - Server
Sutherland Global Services
10.2007 - 03.2023
October 2018 – 26th March 2023 - Virtualization Team
Worked for Virtualization Team supporting VMware, Citrix, Azure WVD & Office 365.
Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies.
Improved client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality work on schedule.
February 2016–October 2018 - Lead – Remote Infrastructure Team
Leading the Team providing technical assistance to Sutherland Work At Home users, handling escalations, and supporting level 3 support.
March 2011 – February 2016 - Sr. Specialist – Global Service Desk
Providing Technical assistance to all Sutherland employees, Active Directory management, and acting as a bridge between SMEs and Clients during critical outages.
October 2007 – March 2011 - Specialist – Symantec
Handling Escalation calls and providing level 3 Tech support to All APAC, EMEA & NA customers for Norton Antivirus products.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Applications
Loyola College of Arts & Science
India
Skills
In-depth knowledge of server hardware components, specifications, and functionalities
Proficiency in server operating systems (Windows Server, specialized server OSs)
Familiarity with server virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM, Xen)
Understanding of network fundamentals, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and firewalls
Knowledge of storage technologies, RAID configurations, SAN, NAS, and file systems (NTFS, ext4)
Expertise in designing and implementing backup strategies, data replication, high availability, and disaster recovery plans
Proficiency in server monitoring, performance analysis, and optimization
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for server-related issues
Understanding of server scalability, high availability concepts, and fault-tolerant architectures
Experienced in Virtual Machines backup, snapshots, cloning, P2V, and V2V conversion using VMware stand-alone converter
Administration of Azure WVD using Azure Portal, including chargeback reporting
Configuration of servers, operating systems administration, hardening, load balancers, and firewall
Implementation and maintenance of standard operating procedures for infrastructure
Knowledge of system security, intrusion detection systems, and data backup/recovery
Experience in desktop and helpdesk support, software and hardware installation, and troubleshooting
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Server Engineer
Telephony Communications Technology
04.2023 - Current
Associate Manager - Server
Sutherland Global Services
10.2007 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Applications
Loyola College of Arts & Science
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