Nagarajan D
Storage Consultant
Chennai
Summary
Professional storage consultant with proven expertise in managing and optimizing storage solutions. Skilled in data management, system configuration, and performance tuning. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, while adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability and strong problem-solving mindset, ensuring efficient and effective storage operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Storage Consultant
HCL Technologies Ltd
Chennai
04.2023 - Current
- As a Storage Consultant at HCL Technologies Ltd, I was responsible for providing strategic solutions and technical expertise to clients in the storage and data management domain
- I collaborated with cross-functional teams, conducted research and analysis, and delivered presentations to stakeholders to drive business growth and improve operational efficiency
- Designed and implemented storage solutions for clients
- Conducted training sessions on storage technologies
- Developed disaster recovery plans for clients
- Managed and maintained storage infrastructure for clients
Storage Associate Consultant
HCL Technologies
Chennai
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Enhanced data storage infrastructure through strategic planning and engineering
- Monitored status, provided updates on outstanding requests
- Liaised with vendors to mitigate concerns influencing Occupational Health service delivery
- Addressed issues with comprehensive technical solutions
- Facilitated seamless integration of storage infrastructure across diverse operating systems
- Developing processes and workflows to make the team more effective and efficient
- Managed projects focused on improving efficiency and effectiveness of storage systems
- Directed implementation process for replication-based HA and DR initiatives
- Spearheaded the creation and deployment of local and remote replication solutions
- Developed multi-site backup and replication strategies
Technical Services Professional
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Chennai
06.2016 - 03.2021
- As a Technical Services Professional at IBM India Pvt Ltd, I was responsible for providing technical support to clients in the areas of NetApp hardware, software and troubleshooting
- I worked closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction
- Managed client relationships
- Troubleshot software, hardware, and network issues
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams
- Ensured timely issue resolution
- Maintained high customer satisfaction levels
Storage Subject Matter Expert
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Chennai
03.2014 - 06.2016
- During my tenure as a Storage Subject Matter Expert at IBM India Pvt Ltd, I was responsible for providing technical expertise in storage solutions to clients and internal teams
- I worked closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and support storage systems that met the specific needs of clients
- My role also involved staying updated on the latest storage technologies and trends in the industry to provide innovative solutions to clients
- Created and implemented customized storage solutions for clients
- Conducted training sessions for internal teams on storage systems
- Collaborated with sales teams to identify new business opportunities
- Developed strategies to optimize storage performance and reduce costs
Storage and Backup Administrator
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Chennai
11.2011 - 07.2014
- As a Storage and Backup Administrator at IBM India Pvt Ltd, I was responsible for managing the storage and backup infrastructure for multiple clients
- This role required me to design, implement, and maintain storage and backup solutions to ensure high availability and data protection
- Implemented disaster recovery plan
- Monitored system performance
- Conducted regular backups and restores
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams
Storage and Backup Junior Admin
IBM India Pvt ltd
Chennai
08.2009 - 11.2011
- As a Storage and Backup Junior Admin at IBM India Pvt ltd, I was responsible for managing and maintaining the storage and backup systems for the company's data centers
- This role required strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Supported daily operations of storage and backup systems
- Conducted regular system backups and recoveries
- Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving storage issues
- Managed inventory of hardware and software components
Education
B. Tech - Information Technology
Anna University
Chennai 01.2002 - 01.2006
Skills
NetApp Storage (FAS and AFF models)
NetApp BlueXP Cloud solutions
Brocade and Cisco SAN switch management
Backup technologies ( Commvault, TSM, HYCU, Cohesity , Netbackup)
Storage area network management
Data center operations
Performance optimization
Storage provisioning
Disaster recovery planning
Backup and recovery solutions
Storage compliance auditing
Storage infrastructure troubleshooting
Storage hardware configuration
Data migration
Disaster recovery
Data archiving
Data replication techniques (local and remote)
Timeline
Storage Consultant
HCL Technologies Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Storage Associate Consultant
HCL Technologies
03.2021 - 04.2023
Technical Services Professional
IBM India Pvt Ltd
06.2016 - 03.2021
Storage Subject Matter Expert
IBM India Pvt Ltd
03.2014 - 06.2016
Storage and Backup Administrator
IBM India Pvt Ltd
11.2011 - 07.2014
Storage and Backup Junior Admin
IBM India Pvt ltd
08.2009 - 11.2011
B. Tech - Information Technology
Anna University
01.2002 - 01.2006
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