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Kunal Sharma

Kunal Sharma

Delhi

Summary

Dynamic Senior Consultant with extensive experience in Citrix components and associated technologies, specializing in architecting high-performance Citrix solutions. Proven track record in optimizing infrastructure and enhancing client relationships. Expertise in virtualization technologies and effective communication, driving successful project outcomes and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Citrix Consultant

Giesecke and Devrient
Delhi
01.2022 - Current
  • Architecting Citrix Solutions: Designing and implementing end-to-end Citrix solutions tailored to meet clients' specific business requirements.
  • Conducting in-depth assessments of existing IT infrastructures to identify opportunities for optimization and recommending appropriate Citrix technologies.
  • Providing expertise in virtualization, application delivery, and desktop virtualization to create scalable and efficient solutions.
  • Project Management and Implementation: Leading and managing the entire lifecycle of Citrix projects, from initial planning and design to implementation and post-deployment support.
  • Troubleshooting and Performance Optimization: Conducting in-depth analysis of Citrix environments to identify and resolve performance issues, ensuring optimal end-user experience.
  • Implementing best practices for Citrix performance monitoring, capacity planning, and system tuning to proactively address potential issues.
  • Client Consultation and Relationship Building: Serving as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their business needs, and recommending Citrix solutions that align with their strategic objectives.

Citrix Engineer

Samsung SDS
Delhi
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Design and Implementation: Architecting, designing and implementing Citrix solutions to meet business and technology requirements.
  • Configuring and optimizing Citrix infrastructure components for optimal performance and reliability.
  • Infrastructure Management: Managing and maintaining Citrix infrastructure including XenApp, Xendesktop, NetScaler and other related technologies.
  • Monitoring system health, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the overall stability of Citrix environments.
  • Security and Compliance: Implementing and maintaining security measures to safeguard Citrix environments.
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies related to Citrix infrastructure.

Senior Consultant

Fidelity International Limited
Delhi
09.2019 - 06.2021
  • Improve the performance and efficiency of existing global Citrix environments, enhancing end-user experience and reducing operational complexities.
  • Design and implemented DR site on Azure cloud to ensure zero downtime and cost efficient.

Citrix Specialist

HCL Technologies
11.2015 - 08.2019
  • Successfully plan and execute a migration or upgrade of Citrix infrastructure to a newer version for a client.
  • Enhance the performance of Citrix environments while optimizing costs for a client.

IT officer

HCL Infosystems
03.2013 - 10.2015
  • Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and hardware.
  • Monitoring and maintaining the health and performance of IT systems to ensure optimal functionality and availability.
  • Implementing and managing hardware and software upgrades as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communications

VIET
07-2012

Skills

  • Citrix architecture
  • Infrastructure management
  • Performance optimization
  • Client relationship management
  • Security compliance
  • Cloud computing
  • Team collaboration
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Team leadership & development
  • Effective communication
  • Virtualization technologies

Certification

  • ITIL V4 Intermediate
  • Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Timeline

Senior Citrix Consultant

Giesecke and Devrient
01.2022 - Current

Citrix Engineer

Samsung SDS
06.2021 - 01.2022

Senior Consultant

Fidelity International Limited
09.2019 - 06.2021

Citrix Specialist

HCL Technologies
11.2015 - 08.2019

IT officer

HCL Infosystems
03.2013 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communications

VIET
Kunal Sharma