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ABHISHEK KUMAR

ABHISHEK KUMAR

Bengaluru

Summary

Senior Systems Engineer with over 5 years of experience in NOC operations, L2 remote support, IT service desk, and incident management, delivering effective infrastructure management and cloud solutions. Skilled in AWS, Azure, GCP, Azure DevOps, Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD pipelines, with hands-on expertise in monitoring tools (ELK, Dynatrace, Datadog, Grafana, Zabbix) and system administration across Windows, Linux, VMware, and VDI environments. Proven track record of ensuring high availability, performance optimization, and rapid incident resolution across mission-critical IT environments. Previously contributed to Wissen Infotech, Cognizant, HCL Technologies, and Capgemini, bringing strong technical acumen and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Engineer

Wissen Infotech
Bengaluru
09.2023 - 08.2024

Company Overview: Client: Jacobs

  • Streamlined IT infrastructure management and operations using automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform, boosting efficiency by 25%.
  • Increased server efficiency and minimized downtime by resolving Windows and Linux issues.
  • Diagnosed problems with Windows and Linux servers.
  • Implemented and configured monitoring tools such as Zabbix, Grafana, and SolarWinds to ensure optimal performance and availability of network systems and applications.
  • Monitored Amazon RDS Postgres databases with CloudWatch, proactively addressing alerts, and resolving deadlock issues to maintain 99.9% system uptime.
  • Automated the installation, configuration, update, and management of Zabbix's central components.
  • Provided technical support, emphasizing customer service for Linux, UNIX, and networking enterprise applications.
  • Skilled in SAN switch management, storage solutions, dashboard setup, group formation, and dependency establishment.

Senior Systems Engineer

Cognizant
Bengaluru
07.2021 - 06.2022

Company Overview: Client: Spectra

  • Optimized the coordination of network integration via proficient remote operation management.
  • Executed problem management with expert collaboration to enhance efficiency.
  • Proactively identified and resolved network performance issues, resulting in a significant 20% reduction in customer impact.
  • Applied extensive knowledge of network protocols.
  • Utilized nimbus and critical alerts for effective network monitoring and swift issue resolution.
  • Streamlined operations by deploying scalable network virtualization protocols, such as L2VPN, L3VPN, and VXLAN.
  • Provided advanced troubleshooting for complex network issues, minimizing downtime, and disruptions.
  • Monitored network health using the SolarWinds tool, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
  • Skilled in Cisco switching and routing for LAN, Wi-Fi, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), alongside SD-WAN, as a dedicated NOC engineer.
  • Managed backups and system updates to maintain server performance.

Senior Analyst

HCL Technologies
Bengaluru (Remote)
05.2020 - 06.2021

Company Overview: Client: SKF

  • Efficiently managed escalated tickets as an L2 support, enhancing the ticket resolution process through documentation and issue identification, leading to improved turnaround times.
  • Focused on enhancing ITSM workflows, incorporating DevOps methodologies, and implementing risk mitigation plans.
  • Efficiently addressed customer support tickets, maintaining clear communication with customers to build strong relationships, and ensure high satisfaction levels.
  • Provided effective remote support using various desktop tools.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.

Analyst Software Engineer

Capgemini
Bengaluru
02.2018 - 03.2020

Company Overview: Project: Group IT

  • Providing IT support to Capgemini's global employees via telephone, email, and chat.
  • Worked as a Service Desk L1 and L2 Engineer, resolving IT-related queries raised by end users through calls, chats, emails, and tickets/incidents.
  • Handled network issues, system breakdowns, application halts, and other IT requests.
  • Managed incidents and escalated unresolved tickets to appropriate teams.
  • Performed Windows upgrades and patch management using SCCM, while managing antivirus solutions, specifically Symantec.
  • Handled MS Exchange administration, including setting up distribution lists, managing user mailboxes, and Office 365 groups, assigning mailboxes, configuring email aliases, and overseeing license management.
  • Directed mobile device security protocols, SafeNet MobilePASS implementation, and SSO container integration.

Education

B.E./B.Tech - Electronics & Communication

Jai Narain College of Technology & Science (JNCTS). Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV)
Bhopal, India
06-2015

XIIth - Science

M.K College
Sitamarhi, India
06-2010

Xth -

St. Aloysius High School
Ranchi, India
05-2007

Skills

  • NOC Operations
  • Cloud infrastructure
  • Remote support
  • Troubleshooting
  • Monitoring tools
  • Networking
  • Azure Cloud
  • AWS Services
  • Active Directory
  • Incident Management
  • Data Center
  • CloudWatch
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Ansible
  • Linux
  • Cisco
  • Zabbix
  • SCOM
  • Grafana/Prometheus
  • Firewall
  • SolarWinds
  • LAN / SD-WAN
  • VMware
  • ITIL Process
  • Desktop Support
  • ServiceNow
  • CCNA
  • Windows
  • S3, EC2, EKS
  • Bash
  • Python
  • SCCM
  • Intune
  • Citrix
  • Technical Support

Certification

  • DevOps Beginners to Advanced | Decoding DevOps with Projects by Udemy
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Essentials (Technical)
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023
  • Technical Support Fundamentals 2019

Hobbies

  • Exploring new Places
  • Photography
  • Learning New Skills and Technology
  • Workout by Cult Fit

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Accomplishments

Topper of 10th Board & Awarded by Governor of Jharkhand State.

Certificate of Appreciation by CHILD CARE SOCIETY.

Timeline

Sr. Engineer

Wissen Infotech
09.2023 - 08.2024

Senior Systems Engineer

Cognizant
07.2021 - 06.2022

Senior Analyst

HCL Technologies
05.2020 - 06.2021

Analyst Software Engineer

Capgemini
02.2018 - 03.2020

B.E./B.Tech - Electronics & Communication

Jai Narain College of Technology & Science (JNCTS). Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV)

XIIth - Science

M.K College

Xth -

St. Aloysius High School
ABHISHEK KUMAR