ASHIESH RAJAN
Cybersecurity Leader
Pimpri
Summary
Result oriented Cybersecurity leader with over two decades of experience in IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity. I’m passionate about creating and delivering innovative and scalable solutions that generate value for customers and stakeholders.
Distinguished holder of multiple certifications like AWS, PMP, MCSE, AGILE SCRUM, ITIL and Cloud Computing.
Well-versed in team development, employee motivation, and goal-based management strategies with extensive success in Project Management, Operations Management, and Client Satisfaction.
Proficient in developing security policies, procedures, project documentation, and technical specifications.
I aspire to leverage my skills with the latest technologies and best practices to lead teams for innovating robust security strategies. I also seek new challenges and opportunities to learn and grow as a leader and a professional.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Head of Operations
AAS Ventures
04.2024 - Current
- Spearhead operational improvements, leading to streamlined processes and enhanced efficiency.
- Plan, Design, Build, and Manage highly available and reliable IT & Network infrastructure and security standards for the clients of AAS Ventures.
- Designing robust IT & security infrastructure frameworks, across industries such as manufacturing, and retail, and streamlining multi-location operations.
- Designing the cybersecurity framework and policies based on absolute insight into a business’s information systems and technology.
- Develop and Maintain the security policies and procedures for the organization to ensure compliance.
- Evaluate security products and services and assess their fit into the organization's security architecture.
- Maintain a clear understanding of cyber security trends, and evolving threats, and communicate current and emerging security threats and new technologies to keep the organization's security systems up to date and increase their knowledge of security threats.
- Develop and perform vulnerability testing, risk analysis, security assessments, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
- Providing solutions that strike a balance between information and cybersecurity requirements and business objectives.
Technical Architect
Mphasis
02.2010 - 08.2023
- Fulfilled multiple roles as Technical Architect, Project Lead, Assistant Manager, Trainer, and Internal Auditor.
- Provide leadership to a geographically dispersed team, rendering support to Identity Management Applications like Microsoft Active Directory, Forefront Identity Manager (FIM) and User Access Management teams.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project specifications and scope.
- Mentored junior team members on best practices and technical skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Collation of requirements and supporting the senior management in liaising with the client for requirement analysis, cost analysis, impact/risk analysis and future infrastructure planning, while maintaining a productive business relationship.
- Planning, Designing, Implementing and managing the Active Directory and Identity Management infrastructure.
- Planning and Designing upgrade of Active DIrectory and Identity Lifecycle Manager (ILM) to Forefront Identity Manager (FIM).
- Planning, delivery, roadmap development, and end-to-end execution of IDAM projects like FIM upgrade, Active Directory upgrade, and consolidation of multiple Active Directory domains into one central Active Directory and Identity platform.
- Collaborated efficiently with the client and client manager whilst being the point of contact for the client. Always appreciated for interpersonal, operational and team management skills by the client.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance the client's IDAM posture and drive growth.
- Created multiple automation tools for technical and managerial efficiency and to improve deliverables. Most of the technical automations provided to the client are part of the SOE build for the client servers/domain controllers.
- Created comprehensive documentation for system designs, ensuring clarity of purpose and facilitating seamless maintenance activities.
System Administrator
VIRSTRA I-TECHNOLOGY SERVICES LTD.
07.2008 - 01.2010
- Led the Active Directory team based in Tokyo, Japan (onsite) and India (offshore) to manage Shinsei Bank's Active Directory Services infrastructure while also supporting and coordinating with different teams and departments in other locations in Japan, Singapore, and Frankfurt.
- Coordinated with the higher management for effective Planning, Designing, Testing, and Implementing projects in a phased manner while maintaining proper documentation and following all ITIL processes of Problem Management, Incident Management, and Change Management for performance improvement and cost-effective solutions.
- Provided round-the-clock availability to Data Centre functions for immediate incident response and resolution to mitigate risks.
- Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
- Cross-collaborated with teams to maintain system availability, and ensuring minimal data loss during critical incidents.
- Trained and guided new team members on the technical aspects and the processes involved.
Operations Technician
APPTIX SOFTWARE INDIA PVT LTD
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Handled IT operations for client infrastructure, including Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, IIS, and SQL servers.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting regular system diagnostics and maintenance checks.
- Reproduce issues on VMWare (Virtual Environment).
Support Engineer – Directory Services
CONVERGYS INDIA SERVICES PVT LTD
02.2005 - 08.2007
- Troubleshooting Active Directory issues for Microsoft Gold partners and premier customers while maintaining tickets in Microsoft Clarify tool.
- Installation and troubleshooting Windows 2000/2003 AD, DNS, DHCP, Terminal Server and Licensing issues.
- Configuring and troubleshooting Group Policies, Trusts, Windows Time Service, PKI and EFS, User Rights and Profiles, Active Directory Replication, File Replication issues, DFS (Distributed File System) and DFSR.
- Troubleshooting issues with Global Catalog, Groups, AdminSDHolder, Slow Logon, Backup and Restore, Kerberos Authentication, DNS name resolution, Account Lockout issues and Active Directory Migration using ADMT tool.
Technical Support Engineer
VCUSTOMER INDIA SERVICES PVT LTD
05.2004 - 02.2005
- Installation and troubleshooting of Linksys-Cisco SOHO Wired/ Wireless Networking products like Routers, Switches, Hubs, Modems, Network Cards, Print Servers, Game Adapters, Wireless Access Points and Range Expanders.
- Promoted as Advisory Support Group Agent within 6 months for efficient management of escalated issues.
Technical Support Executive
BG (BRITISH GAS) BROADBAND INDIA PVT LTD
11.2003 - 05.2004
- Installation and troubleshooting of Broadband Internet services.
- Conduct training sessions for Tech Supports and Call Center Executives.
- Supporting the Sales representatives with presales and demo.
Network Engineer
CREATIVE COMPUTERS
06.2000 - 11.2003
- Assembly and configuration of computers for home, internet cafe and industrial purposes.
- Configure and administer peer-to-peer and domain networks.
- Installation of Drivers, Software’s and Virus Control.
- Troubleshooting issues related to Computer hardware.
Education
MBA - IT and Systems
ICFAI University
Bachelors in Computer Science - undefined
University of Pune
Diploma - Computer Engineering
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
SSC - undefined
Maharashtra State Board of Secondary Education
Skills
Technical Consultancy
Project Management
Client Relationship Management
Compliance Management
Training and Development
undefinedCertification
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE 2003)
Personal Information
- Passport Number: X5450297
- Passport Date Of Issue: 06/01/2023
- Passport Expiry Date: 05/01/2033
Timeline
Head of Operations
AAS Ventures
04.2024 - Current
Technical Architect
Mphasis
02.2010 - 08.2023
System Administrator
VIRSTRA I-TECHNOLOGY SERVICES LTD.
07.2008 - 01.2010
Operations Technician
APPTIX SOFTWARE INDIA PVT LTD
08.2007 - 06.2008
Support Engineer – Directory Services
CONVERGYS INDIA SERVICES PVT LTD
02.2005 - 08.2007
Technical Support Engineer
VCUSTOMER INDIA SERVICES PVT LTD
05.2004 - 02.2005
Technical Support Executive
BG (BRITISH GAS) BROADBAND INDIA PVT LTD
11.2003 - 05.2004
Network Engineer
CREATIVE COMPUTERS
06.2000 - 11.2003
Bachelors in Computer Science - undefined
University of Pune
Diploma - Computer Engineering
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
SSC - undefined
Maharashtra State Board of Secondary Education
MBA - IT and Systems
ICFAI University
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