JAYENDRA GAIKWAD
Mumbai
Summary
IT System Administrator and IT Manager with 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, network operations, hardware, storage, server management and technical team leadership. Extensive experience supporting film post-production, VFX, OTT and media environments, including high-performance workstations, render farms, SAN/NAS storage, servers, networking, backup systems, firewalls and creative applications. Currently responsible for IT infrastructure and a team of engineers at Nube Cirrus LLP.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. System Administrator / IT Manager
NUBE CIRRUS LLP
Mumbai
04.2023 - Current
- Oversee management of servers, workstations, SAN/NAS storage, LAN infrastructure and firewall environments to maintain system reliability and security.
- Manage Active Directory users, groups, access permissions and security settings.
- Administer IT infrastructure and daily systems operations for film post-production and VFX environment, ensuring seamless workflow and optimal performance.
- Lead and coordinate a team of 12 engineers across multiple locations.
- Troubleshoot critical hardware, network, storage and application issues to minimize production downtime.
- Plan scheduled backups and maintenance activities to support data integrity.
- Install and troubleshoot creative applications including Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, Boris FX Silhouette, Boris FX Mocha Pro, Adobe Creative Suite and Nuke.
- Facilitate vendor coordination, procurement processes, IT inventory management and allocation of technical resources to support operational needs.
Sr. System Administrator – IT Network & Hardware Infrastructure
MX PLAYER
Mumbai
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Installed and maintained servers, SAN links, LAN infrastructure and firewalls.
- Led a team of 8 engineers in maintaining and optimising IT infrastructure.
- Planned scheduled data backups and maintenance upgrades.
- Oversaw IT inventory management, tracking hardware and software assets. and user/group permissions through Active Directory.
- Provided support for online OTT movie server infrastructure, ensuring seamless streaming. movie server infrastructure.
- Installed and troubleshot industry-standard software including Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, Boris FX Silhouette, Boris FX Mocha, Photoshop, After Effects, 3D Equalizer, Deadline Render Software and Nuke.
IT Executive – Hardware & Network Engineer
PRIME FOCUS LIMITED & DNEG
Mumbai
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with vendors such as Intel, ASUS, Dell, HP, Supermicro, Xyratex, Infotrend on hardware solutions to support organisational needs.
- Handled approximately 500 TB of storage infrastructure and configured Cisco and Netgear switches.
- Configured and maintained storage systems from 2-bay through 72-bay configurations.
- Configured storage controllers, NAS, DAS and RAID systems to enhance data availability and security.
- Assembled, configured and maintained servers, workstations and render farms to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Installed and configured switches, modems, hubs and computer hardware.
- Tested CPU/GPU performance, power consumption, temperature and utilization.
- Maintained IT asset inventory and hardware records.
IT System Administrator / Hardware & Network Engineer
PRASAD FILM LAB
Mumbai
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Administered server infrastructure across SAN, NAS, LAN, and firewall platforms to maintain operational stability.
- Managed scheduled backups, security settings and Active Directory access permissions.
- Facilitated communication with vendors for infrastructure services and supported infrastructure procurement and maintenance.
- Led and coordinated a remote team of 12 engineers to ensure seamless project execution.
- Installed and troubleshot various software applications for creative projects Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, Boris FX, Adobe Creative Suite and Nuke.
- Managed IT infrastructure to enable efficient film post-production and movie-restoration workflows.
Project Manager
SAT COMPUTERS
Mumbai
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Managed IT infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless technical support and reliable server, SAN link, and LAN operations.
- Led team of 22 engineers in Mumbai to deliver engineering solutions.
- Configured firewalls and implemented local security policies, safeguarding data integrity and managing backups.
- Supported new office IT setup and coordinated hardware/software vendors.
Sr. IT Executive
HARRITT UTTHAN AGRO PVT. LTD.
Mumbai
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Designed and implemented LAN infrastructure, enhancing connectivity and establishing new workstations in India.
- Maintained IBM M3620 and M3650 servers, overseeing functionality for 250 PCs, printers, laptops, and network equipment.
- Managed hardware inventory and vendor relationships to ensure optimal operational readiness.
- Executed Tally backup procedures, IT finance and asset records.
Technical Support Engineer / IT Support
THYMUS SOLUTION LIMITED
Mumbai
06.2010 - 02.2015
- Provided technical support for the Impact Exchange project, including systems, projectors, VSAT equipment and software patches.
- Resolved critical issues through remote desktop support.
- Coordinated team of 8 engineers to enhance technical support efficiency.
- Installed and configured PCs, servers, racks, network infrastructure and peripherals.
- Designed, implemented and supported LAN infrastructure.
- Managed IT infrastructure for BEST transport depots and BEST lighting stations, ensuring optimal operation of 669 PCs and 115 printers.
- Oversaw inventory management and warranty tracking for IT equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Education
T.Y. B.Com. -
Mumbai University
Mumbai01-2010
HSC -
Maharashtra Board
01-2006
Diploma - IT Hardware & Networking
Maharashtra Infotech
01-2004
SSC -
Maharashtra Board
01-2004
Skills
- IT Infrastructure & System Administration
- Windows & Linux Administration
- LAN / Network Administration
- Server storage management
- Firewall Configuration
- Backup & Data Management
- Active Directory
- Cisco & Netgear Switches
- RAID & Storage Configuration
- DNS / FTP / WSUS
- Office 365 administration
- Vendor Management
- Asset management
- Creative IT Infrastructure
- Hardware & Workstation Support
- Film Editing Software
- Autodesk Maya
- Autodesk 3ds Max
- Blender
- Foundry Nuke
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Boris FX Silhouette
- Boris FX Mocha Pro
- Deadline Render Software
- Visual Effects Software
- VFX infrastructure management
- Windows 10 & 11
- Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu)
- MacOS
- Team Leadership
- MacOS
INTERESTS
- National-level Carrom Player
- Boxing
- Travel
Timeline
Sr. System Administrator / IT Manager
NUBE CIRRUS LLP
04.2023 - Current
Sr. System Administrator – IT Network & Hardware Infrastructure
MX PLAYER
06.2022 - 04.2023
IT Executive – Hardware & Network Engineer
PRIME FOCUS LIMITED & DNEG
03.2019 - 06.2022
IT System Administrator / Hardware & Network Engineer
PRASAD FILM LAB
08.2018 - 03.2019
Project Manager
SAT COMPUTERS
03.2016 - 02.2018
Sr. IT Executive
HARRITT UTTHAN AGRO PVT. LTD.
01.2015 - 02.2016
Technical Support Engineer / IT Support
THYMUS SOLUTION LIMITED
06.2010 - 02.2015
T.Y. B.Com. -
Mumbai University
HSC -
Maharashtra Board
Diploma - IT Hardware & Networking
Maharashtra Infotech
SSC -
Maharashtra Board