Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Notable Projects
Core Competencies
Timeline
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Chetan Kathoke

Jalgaon

Summary

Infrastructure Engineer with 8.8 years in IT, specializing in Azure Cloud for 6.5 years. Expertise in designing and optimizing enterprise AVD environments, with skills in FSLogix, Conditional Access, and multi-region DR. Proficient in Infrastructure-as-Code using Bicep, Terraform, and ARM, alongside endpoint management.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Software Engineer – Azure & AVD

Relevance Lab Pvt Ltd
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Managed and enhanced Azure Virtual Desktop deployments for enterprise clients.
  • Automated AVD provisioning workflows using Bicep and Azure CLI, reducing deployment time by 60%.
  • Implemented Conditional Access & MFA to secure AVD access.
  • Integrated Log Analytics monitoring for proactive performance tracking and troubleshooting.
  • Delivered cost optimization through reserved instance planning and autoscale policies.

Senior Engineer – Azure & AVD

Nintech Systems LTD
Ahmedabad
07.2024 - 04.2025
  • Designed and deployed enterprise-grade AVD environments with FSLogix profile management and autoscaling.
  • Automated host pool deployments using ARM templates, Bicep, and Terraform, reducing setup time by 70%.
  • Implemented multi-region AVD DR strategy with FSLogix Cloud Cache.
  • Applied Conditional Access policies for MFA and device compliance.
  • Developed custom Log Analytics workbooks for logon performance monitoring.
  • Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and ensure alignment with goals.
  • Conducted thorough technical reviews to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Managed project timelines, coordinating resources and schedules effectively.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in engineering outputs.
  • Monitored performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
  • Directed the allocation of resources, including budget, personnel, and materials, to maximize productivity and meet project deadlines.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and support to facilitate professional growth and project success.
  • Presented project updates and technical findings to stakeholders and executive leadership, effectively communicating complex information.

Azure Administrator – Cloud & Endpoint Management

LTI Mindtree
Hyderabad
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Managed Hybrid AVD deployments (Azure AD Join & Hybrid AD Join).
  • Delivered MSIX App Attach solutions for seamless application delivery.
  • Implemented Intune compliance policies and integrated AVD with Azure Monitor.
  • Optimized FSLogix configurations for performance and reliability.
  • Designed scalable Azure cloud solutions for various client projects.
  • Implemented security protocols to protect sensitive data in cloud environments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud architecture.
  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting for cloud-based services.
  • Monitored system performance to ensure high availability and reliability.
  • Documented processes and configurations for cloud infrastructure management.
  • Verified stability, security and scalability of system architecture.
  • Handled troubleshooting tasks for Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, and voice systems to reduce network connectivity problems.
  • Administered application stacks and executed performance tuning to optimize session performance by eliminating performance bottlenecks.

Senior Infrastructure Analyst – Active Directory & Cloud Migration

Allstate Solutions Pvt Ltd
Pune
03.2020 - 06.2022
  • Managed a 5,000+ user Active Directory environment.
  • Analyzed infrastructure systems to identify performance issues and propose solutions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure system integrations aligned with business needs.
  • Monitored network performance and reported anomalies to maintain optimal operations.
  • Implemented security protocols to safeguard sensitive data across infrastructure platforms.
  • Assisted in disaster recovery planning to ensure business continuity during outages.
  • Conducted regular system audits to verify compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Assisted migration from on-premises RDS to AVD.
  • Provided L3 support for authentication and identity issues.

Senior Associate – System Administration

Adecco India Pvt Ltd
Maharashtra
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Managed Windows Server and AD operations.
  • Delivered remote desktop support for end-users.
  • Managed user accounts and group policies in Active Directory environments.
  • Configured and maintained security settings for network resources and permissions.
  • Conducted regular audits of Active Directory for compliance and security protocols.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting network connectivity issues related to DNS, DHCP and TCP and IP configuration.
  • Resolved issues related to authentication failures due to expired passwords or locked accounts.

Customer Service Advisor / Assistant

Tech Mahindra & Concentrix
Pune
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Provided customer-facing IT support and service desk operations.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - BBA

North Maharashtra University
Jalgaon
04-2019

Skills

  • Azure AD/Entra ID
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Azure Virtual Desktop
  • Hybrid cloud management
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Technical documentation
  • Infrastructure optimization
  • Microsoft intune
  • Networking
  • Identity & Federation (ADFS, Azure AD Connect, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect)
  • Conditional access
  • Infrastructure automation Using Powershell,CLI, Terraform, ARM

Certification

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

Notable Projects

  • AVD Deployment Optimization – Implemented 500+ user AVD environment with autoscale and FSLogix Cloud Cache.
  • Multi-Region AVD DR – Designed and tested disaster recovery across two Azure regions.
  • Intune Device Compliance Rollout – Migrated 1,200 devices to Intune compliance policies.

Core Competencies

  • Cloud Platforms, Azure IaaS, PaaS, AVD, Azure AD/Entra ID, Azure Monitor, Microsoft Defender, 6.5 yrs
  • AVD Expertise, Host Pools, Workspaces, App Groups, FSLogix, MSIX App Attach, Autoscaling, Multi-region DR, Private Endpoints, Conditional Access, 4 yrs
  • Automation & IaC, ARM Templates, Bicep, Terraform, Azure CLI, PowerShell, 4 yrs
  • Endpoint Management, Microsoft Intune, Config Profiles, App Deployment, Compliance Policies, SCCM, 3 yrs
  • Identity & Security, Active Directory, Hybrid Identity, RBAC, MFA, Security Baselines, 5 yrs
  • Monitoring & Optimization, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, KQL, Cost Management, Performance Tuning, 4 yrs

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer – Azure & AVD

Relevance Lab Pvt Ltd
05.2025 - 08.2025

Senior Engineer – Azure & AVD

Nintech Systems LTD
07.2024 - 04.2025

Azure Administrator – Cloud & Endpoint Management

LTI Mindtree
01.2023 - 03.2024

Senior Infrastructure Analyst – Active Directory & Cloud Migration

Allstate Solutions Pvt Ltd
03.2020 - 06.2022

Senior Associate – System Administration

Adecco India Pvt Ltd
10.2019 - 03.2020

Customer Service Advisor / Assistant

Tech Mahindra & Concentrix
01.2016 - 01.2019

Bachelor’s Degree - BBA

North Maharashtra University
Chetan Kathoke