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Jayanth Kanigiri

Bengaluru

Summary

With a robust skill set spanning 10 years, I possess a blend of Cloud Engineering and Capacity Analysis expertise. My skills in automation and scripting have been honed through creating scripts to retrieve AWS resources and automating Cloud deployments using Terraform, integrated with CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jira, Power Automate, and GitLab. I excel in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices, ensuring efficient and repeatable Infrastructure management. My proficiency in configuring load balancers, establishing backup and retention policies, and ensuring security through IAM policies, encryption methods, and network security highlights my commitment to performance optimization and compliance with industry standards. I am adept at conducting cloud assessments to identify cost reduction opportunities, optimizing resources, and providing technical guidance and support.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Platform Engineer

Infosys
Bangalore
04.2023 - Current
  • Worked closely with DevOps Engineers on automating various processes within the Cloud environment.
  • Automated Cloud deployments using Terraform, integrated through CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Jira, Power Automate, and GitLab for efficient resource provisioning.
  • Created scripts to retrieve a comprehensive list of resources across various AWS services.
  • Configured load balancers to ensure high availability.
  • Established backup and retention policies to safeguard critical data in the Cloud.
  • Evaluated firewalls and monitored threats to establish secure Cloud environments.
  • Ensured the security of cloud applications and data by implementing IAM policies, encryption methods, and network security, adhering to industry standards and regulations.
  • Conducted Cloud assessments to identify cost reduction and performance improvement opportunities, optimizing resources through regular audits and configuration tuning.
  • Advised on project costs, concepts or design changes.
  • Collaborated with development, operations, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and efficient workflows.
  • Provided support for infrastructure-related issues.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of infrastructure configurations, processes, and best practices. Conducted training sessions for team members.

Cloud Engineer

Infosys
Hyderabad
01.2021 - 03.2023
  • Provided technical guidance and support to teams in designing and deploying new applications in the Cloud environment.
  • Configured Computing, Networking, and Security within Cloud environment.
  • Selected appropriate AWS Service based on Compute, Data or Security requirements.
  • Evaluated and recommended Cloud Service Providers based on project requirements and budget.
  • Developed and maintained CI/CD pipelines for seamless code deployment to Cloud platforms.
  • Optimized Cloud resource utilization and expenditure using cost management tools.
  • Collaborated with Architects and Engineers to design Networks, Systems and Storage environments that reflected business needs, security specifications, and service level requirements.
  • Provided technical support and training to team members on Cloud technologies and best practices.
  • Documented Cloud architectures and processes for knowledge sharing and compliance purposes.

Lead Capacity Analyst

Infosys
Hyderabad
01.2017 - 12.2020
  • Collected client requirements to provide Right-Sized Infrastructure solutions (Shared or Dedicated environments).
  • Coordinated with stakeholders and vendors from obtaining quotations to delivering Infrastructure.
  • Led server deployments on VxRail systems at Edge locations and VxRack systems at Core Datacenters, ensuring placement within the appropriate network (ELAN/DMZ) based on connectivity requirements.
  • Proposed suitable RAID implementations, recommending disk sizes and quantities based on RAID configuration.
  • Suggested low-latency storage options tailored to client-specific needs.
  • Monitored existing storage capacity limits for NAS (Dell EMC - UNITY, VNX and NetApp - AFF, FAS) systems, and SAN on VBLOCK, VxRack (1000) systems.

Capacity Analyst

Infosys
Hyderabad
06.2014 - 12.2016
  • Recommended optimal CPU, RAM, and Storage sizes to ensure seamless application performance.
  • Assisted clients in deploying necessary security permissions on NAS shared folders.
  • Verified CMDB records for accurate status and usage of servers to initiate retirement processes.
  • Ensured no dependencies (Active applications, Databases, Middleware) were running on servers during retirements.
  • Adhered to data backup standards prior to the physical destruction of hard drives.
  • Assured disks were wiped/destroyed following established protocols.

Education

Master of Science - Software Engineering

Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore
05-2014

Skills

  • Amazon Web Services
  • IaC - Terraform
  • Python
  • CI/CD - Jira (Service Desk Forms), Power Automate, GitLab

Certification

  • AWS Certified - Solutions Architect – Associate
  • Google Certified - Associate Cloud Engineer
  • GitHub Foundations

Languages

Telugu
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Kannada
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Platform Engineer

Infosys
04.2023 - Current

Cloud Engineer

Infosys
01.2021 - 03.2023

Lead Capacity Analyst

Infosys
01.2017 - 12.2020

Capacity Analyst

Infosys
06.2014 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Software Engineering

Vellore Institute of Technology
Jayanth Kanigiri