CHAITANYA AMBASELKAR

Dynamic Linux Infrastructure Architect with a proven track record in designing, managing, and optimizing Linux-based ecosystems to ensure high availability, security, and performance. Technical Leader and Mentor with extensive experience in managing end-to-end infrastructure, guiding high-performing teams, and driving cross-functional projects to align IT strategies with business objectives. Seasoned Linux Engineering Expert with deep expertise in the entire Linux system lifecycle, including configuration management, server hardware, data center operations, and application management on Linux. Security and Compliance Specialist, skilled in conducting security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk mitigation strategies to fortify system integrity and ensure regulatory compliance. Automation Advocate, leveraging Bash scripting and configuration management tools to streamline deployments, reduce manual intervention, and enhance infrastructure reliability. High-Availability and Disaster Recovery Specialist, designing robust failover, clustering, and backup strategies to safeguard mission-critical systems and ensure business continuity. Infrastructure Optimization Strategist, driving process improvements, performance tuning, and cost-saving initiatives, including server consolidation and advanced monitoring for proactive issue resolution. Strategic Stakeholder Manager, collaborating with global teams, vendors, and service providers to ensure seamless project execution, SLA adherence, and infrastructure scalability.

• Edureka DevOps Masters Programme
• HPE 3PAR Level 2 Training
• QUMULO & Nimble Storage (Vendor-Specific Training)

• Azure & FinOps
• Azure FinOps
• FinOps Practitioner
• Cloud & DevOps Certifications
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
• Containerization & Orchestration
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Docker Certified Associate
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Terraform Certified Associate

• Service Level and Infrastructure Enhancement:
• Reduced SLA breaches by 5% and maintained 99% uptime for critical infrastructure, including production servers.
• Developed and updated process documentation for approximately 2,500 end-users and technical teams, ensuring operational clarity.
• Ensured 99% uptime for AWS instances and implemented daily backups using AWS Snapshots.
• Team Leadership and Automation:
• Led a team of four Linux/Desktop Engineers, enhancing service delivery by automating processes and minimizing manual interventions.
• Designed and deployed an advanced infrastructure monitoring system with Zabbix, achieving 99% service availability and ensuring seamless project execution.
• Documentation and Compliance Management:
• Established backup policies and authored 15 technical documents for an IT team of 11 members and 700 end-users.
• Implemented an ITIL-compliant service ticketing system using OTRS, optimizing SLA compliance and minimizing breaches through custom reporting.
• Cost Optimization and Licensing Management:
• Optimized costs by consolidating MS SQL servers and MicroStrategy environments on Linux.
• Led vulnerability assessments and remediation efforts, reducing vulnerabilities by 95%.
• Achieved savings of £500,000 by eliminating the need for a VAS license on Linux using SSSD and mitigating audit risks through strategic license consolidation.
• Partnered with Linux and storage teams to architect and commission a new ZFS appliance.
• Deployed AWS infrastructure to host 30+ high-traffic websites (100,000+ monthly hits each), leveraging elastic load balancing for optimized resource management.