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Awards
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Ajay Kumar
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Ajay Kumar

Bangalore

Summary

Results-driven professional with over a decade in cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity. Expertise in designing secure solutions and improving system efficiencies, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Ready to leverage skills to enhance organizational security posture. Innovative leader skilled in fostering collaboration among technical teams. Achievements include delivering comprehensive M365 and Azure solutions, enhancing email security systems, and automating infrastructure tasks to improve operational efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Director [Infrastructure Cloud/ Security]

Tavant Technologies (P) Ltd
Bangalore
05.2019 - 03.2025
  • Led a team of 25 technical professionals, delivering comprehensive solutions across Exchange, M365, Azure, and Linux environments.
  • Designed and implemented email security solutions using Mimecast, Abnormal, and Proofpoint.
  • Configured NSGs and implemented BeyondTrust PAM for securing servers and critical endpoints.
  • Secured servers and endpoints with CrowdStrike; maintained on-premises server patches using Qualys.
  • Automated infrastructure tasks through PowerShell scripting to enhance efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with CIS Benchmarks, NIST Framework, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001 standards.
  • Managed Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams within M365 suite effectively.
  • Developed documentation for security systems while collaborating with stakeholders to define project objectives.

Infra Lead Consultant

Stefanini India (P) Ltd
Hyderabad
08.2014 - 05.2019
  • Configured Azure Storage accounts and provisioned Azure subscriptions.
  • Developed strategies to enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Managed Microsoft Cloud services, including Office 365, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Intune.
  • Executed Global Administrator role in Office 365, overseeing security and compliance policies.
  • Administered Exchange on-premises and Office 365 infrastructure.
  • Uploaded large PST files remotely using custom PowerShell scripts, ensuring minimal disruption to users.
  • Delivered and set up proof of concept for technical enablement sessions on Azure and Office 365.

Messaging Lead Consultant

ITC InfoTech India Ltd
Bangalore
01.2010 - 05.2014
  • Led and managed team of 20 technical professionals, delivering total solutions for Lotus Domino and Exchange infrastructure.
  • Monitored and troubleshot SMTP queues, send and receive connectors, and mail flow issues.
  • Designed and implemented highly available and disaster-recoverable Exchange systems.
  • Facilitated migration from Domino to Exchange using third-party tool Quest.
  • Migrated approximately 50,000 users from Lotus Notes to Exchange 2010.
  • Enabled mailboxes via script; configured mail routing and directory synchronization.
  • Established coexistence between Exchange Server and Domino Server during migration.
  • Analyzed Quest logs to identify discrepancies during migration process.

System Analyst for IBM Lotus Domino Messaging

Unisys India (P) Ltd
Bangalore
10.2007 - 01.2010
  • Executed installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and support for Lotus Notes R6.0/R7.0/R8.0 Server/Client.
  • Daily monitoring of critical server tasks, analysis & problem resolution of misc. events log files, data drive disk space, for errors, mailboxes for dead mail.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve server issues, open PMRs with IBM Lotus support team, including submitting the same.
  • Analyzed system requirements and defined specifications for software applications.

Lead System Engineer

CMS Computers Ltd
New Delhi
01.2007 - 10.2007
  • Installation configuration & Troubleshooting of Lotus Notes Clients.
  • Create replicas and schedule replicas and mail-in database.
  • Handling the Client's call through Remote Access Tool (Get System, Remote Desktop).
  • Access control, Mailbox quota, and database management.

Desktop Support Engineer

PC Solutions (P) Ltd
New Delhi
08.2005 - 01.2007
  • Responsible for Lotus Notes to generate GNR for new users and give telephonic support to the users and our CSE for troubleshooting.
  • Troubleshooting of Windows 2000, XP, and other Various Software Use in Amex Environment.
  • Coordination with Amex USA as well as Amex Sydney, Amex Singapore, and Amex Asia-Pacific.

Technical Support Engineer

PCL Technology
Gurgaon
01.2005 - 08.2005
  • Installation, configuration of new PCs.
  • Given the first level of technical support for field engineers.
  • Installation of Windows patches & upgrading of Pattern file for Master of computer application.

Education

Master of Computer Application -

Maharshi Dayanand University
India
06.2008

Bachelor of Computer Application -

Maharshi Dayanand University
India
06.2004

Skills

  • M365 and Azure
  • Cloud infrastructure
  • Cybersecurity and compliance
  • Server management
  • Leadership and presales
  • Messaging and collaboration
  • Email security strategies
  • Endpoint protection
  • Zero trust architecture
  • Identity and access management

Awards

  • Best Employee for the year 2018, Stefanini IT Solutions
  • Valuable contribution & Quarterly Star Awards, ITC Infotech & Tavant Technologies

Languages

  • English, Full Professional Proficiency
  • Hindi, Full Professional Proficiency

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeGig WorkContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote

Timeline

Associate Director [Infrastructure Cloud/ Security]

Tavant Technologies (P) Ltd
05.2019 - 03.2025

Infra Lead Consultant

Stefanini India (P) Ltd
08.2014 - 05.2019

Messaging Lead Consultant

ITC InfoTech India Ltd
01.2010 - 05.2014

System Analyst for IBM Lotus Domino Messaging

Unisys India (P) Ltd
10.2007 - 01.2010

Lead System Engineer

CMS Computers Ltd
01.2007 - 10.2007

Desktop Support Engineer

PC Solutions (P) Ltd
08.2005 - 01.2007

Technical Support Engineer

PCL Technology
01.2005 - 08.2005

Master of Computer Application -

Maharshi Dayanand University

Bachelor of Computer Application -

Maharshi Dayanand University

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