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Mahesh Kumar

Mahesh Kumar

Mohali

Summary

As an IT Manager with 12 years of experience, I excel in project management, leveraging problem-solving abilities to plan and execute infrastructure and cloud projects efficiently. My expertise extends to vendor management, fostering strong collaborations for streamlined operations. I prioritize team collaboration, ensuring cohesive efforts towards IT service management, effective network administration, and strategic licensing & partnerships management, driving organizational success through innovative and sustainable IT solutions.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

IT Manager

CS Soft Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
Mohali
2011.05 - Current
  • Designing and implementing infrastructure and application hardening methodologies (Servers, Storage, Networks, Data Stores, Endpoints, Users) including least privileges, firewall policies, access control, etc.
  • Ensure escalated service requests & SLAs are handled promptly.
  • Develop standards for workstations, mobile devices, printers, and other devices routinely.
  • Lead a team of 10 IT Specialists, System Administrators, Software Engineers, and DevOps professionals, overseeing performance evaluations, and offering coaching and mentorship for growth.
  • Coordinate with clients to understand their requirements, assess existing infrastructure, and define integration needs.
  • Prepare proposals and business cases outlining the benefits, costs, and risks associated with cloud adoption or migration.
  • Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations for architecting, migrating, or implementing cloud solutions on AWS and Azure platform.
  • Organize domain registrations, DNS configurations, and web hosting services. Oversee cloud infrastructure and services, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of documentation including departmental policies, procedures, disaster recovery plans, and technical reports as it relates to IT Operations.
  • Manage software licensing agreements for applications such as Adobe, Corel, and Microsoft products. Ensure compliance with licensing terms and regulations, and track software usage.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor relationships, managing contracts, and resolving issues with third-party vendors.

System & Network Engr.

Galaxy Global Group of Institutions, Dinarpur
2011.01 - 2011.04
  • Plan for network capacity and scalability.
  • Stay updated on emerging networking technologies.
  • Design, install, and maintain network hardware and software components.
  • Configure and optimize routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
  • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
  • Maintain accurate network documentation.

Education

Master of Business Administration (IT) -

Punjab Technical University
09.2010

Bachelor of Commerce -

Kurukshetra University
03.2008

Advanced Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking. -

DinarpurJetking Info train
08.2007

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Vendor Management.
  • Team Collaboration
  • IT service management
  • Network Administration
  • Licensing & Partnerships Management

Certification

  • DevOps Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Professional
  • CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Microsoft Certified Solution Associate (MCSA)

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Punjabi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

IT Manager

CS Soft Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
2011.05 - Current

System & Network Engr.

Galaxy Global Group of Institutions, Dinarpur
2011.01 - 2011.04

Master of Business Administration (IT) -

Punjab Technical University

Bachelor of Commerce -

Kurukshetra University

Advanced Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking. -

DinarpurJetking Info train
  • DevOps Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Professional
  • CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Microsoft Certified Solution Associate (MCSA)
Mahesh Kumar