Nirmal Singh
Linux , DevOps , SecOps and Cloud Engineer
Greater Noida West
Summary
A seasoned IT professional with a decade of experience in administering as a DevOps Engineer, SecOps Engineer, Multi-cloud Engineer, and Linux Administrator. Proven expertise in managing Windows and Linux virtual servers, ensuring the security of information systems, and providing level 2 & 3 support. Demonstrated ability to deploy, install, automate, supervise, and improve production processes. Skilled in managing hardware, software, and system upgrades and maintenance. Adept at integrating innovative technologies into the infrastructure and providing user assistance in the context of changes or optimization of IT operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lead Infrastructure Technology DevSecOps
INNOVA SOLUTIONS
11.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded a dynamic team of Linux Administrators and DevOps/SecOps engineers to architect, implement, and sustain the company's robust IT infrastructure and Security.
- Expertly managed a hybrid virtualized infrastructure leveraging VMware vSphere, HyperV, KVM, and Kubernetes BareMetal, ensuring high availability and performance.
- Streamlined deployment processes by crafting and automating pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and ansible, achieving a 40% reduction in deployment times.
- Administered a suite of Windows and Linux virtual servers across data centers, AWS, and Oracle Cloud environments, optimizing for scalability and reliability.
- Orchestrated server management across various stages including SIT, QA, UAT, and Production, ensuring seamless workflow transitions.
- Implemented Talentd Runtime and Job Server configurations, enhancing job execution and monitoring.
- Conducted regular server patching and vulnerability assessments to bolster security and maintain compliance.
- Demonstrated proficiency in executing cross-platform server migrations to cloud platforms such as AWS and Oracle Cloud, minimizing downtime.
- Mastered AWS services including IAM, EC2, RDS, CodeCommit, CloudFront, CloudFormation, S3, Route 53, and VPC, delivering comprehensive cloud solutions.
- Fortified information systems by integrating backup solutions, antivirus, UPS supervision, and disaster recovery protocols.
- Fostered collaboration with development teams to drive CI/CD initiatives, accelerating software delivery and optimizing release cycles.
- Delivered exceptional level 3 support and upheld service quality standards for user support.
- Automated and refined production processes, leveraging monitoring solutions like Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, and Site24x7 to ensure operational excellence.
- Directed system upgrades and maintenance, incorporating cutting-edge technologies to enhance infrastructure capabilities.
- Implemented Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, promoting infrastructure automation and consistency.
- Administered GitLab Server, managing repositories, user accounts, backups, migrations, and troubleshooting to support CI/CD workflows.
- Executed daily DevOps and SecOps activities, including pipeline execution, Kubernetes Cluster deployment, Docker container orchestration and Infra Monitoring and Security Alerts.
- Check security alerts and mitigate on daily basis to run infrastructure smoothly.
- Managed an extensive array of over 500 servers on AWS, VMware, and Oracle Cloud platforms, ensuring high-performance and uptime.
- Administered Apache, MySQL, and PostgreSQL servers within a Linux environment, guaranteeing robust database management.
- Deployed Kubernetes clusters in multi-master environments, optimizing container orchestration and scalability.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Lead Infrastructure Technology, Cloud/DevOps Engineer
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Led a successful migration to AWS, achieving cost savings and scalability enhancements.
- Proficient in GitLab Server Administration, managing repositories, users, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Provided advanced technical support, resolving intricate Linux and DevOps issues.
- Managed daily DevOps tasks, including Kubernetes, Docker, and YAML scripting for deployments.
- Administered a diverse server environment of 500+ servers across AWS, VMware, and Oracle Cloud.
- Skilled in AWS services management, including IAM, EC2, RDS, S3, and VPC.
- Optimized Apache, MySQL, and PostgreSQL server operations within Linux environments.
- Conducted maintenance and upgrades for Elasticsearch and Sphinx servers.
- Pioneered R&D initiatives to integrate the latest technologies into the infrastructure.
- Monitored Linux Servers with tools like Site24x7 and Nagios, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
- Committed to maintaining a high-availability infrastructure with a track record of 100% uptime.
Freelancer Linux Administrator
FREELANCER LINUX ADMINISTRATOR
05.2016 - 12.2020
- Delivered premium freelance Linux Administration services on AWS, Oracle, and Google Cloud platforms, ensuring exceptional remote support for over 100 clients in mixed OS environments.
- Elite Linux admin for AWS, Oracle, GCP.
- Top-tier remote support for Linux/Windows.
- Delivered premium cloud-based solutions.
Sr Linux System Administrator
04.2011 - 04.2016
- Spearheaded daily operational tasks, providing robust support to developers and on-site engineers.
- Led a dynamic team of 100+ field system engineers to ensure peak performance and efficiency.
- Facilitated international customer support and was instrumental in deploying e-learning systems in schools.
- Improved system reliability by automating patching processes with advanced Bash scripting.
- Oversaw comprehensive system upgrades and managed offline patching to maintain system integrity.
- Customized Ubuntu Operating System to meet specific organizational requirements.
- Day to day support for in house developers.
Desktop Support Engineer
12.2009 - 03.2011
- Managed daily IT tasks. Provided efficient desktop support.
- Enhanced user tech experience. Delivered prompt IT solutions.
Sr. Technical Support Executive
CORE MICRO SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
10.2007 - 07.2009
- Provided daily IT solutions and operational support to ensure seamless business operations.
Education
Master of Science -
SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
VEER BAHADUR SINGH PURVANCHAL UNIVERSITY
Intermediate - undefined
U.P. BOARD
High school diploma - undefined
U.P. BOARD
Skills
- AWS
- Oracle Cloud
- Docker Container
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- Jenkins CD/CD
- Nagios
- Grafana
- Site24x7 Monitoring Tools
- SecOps Operations
- Git
- GitHub
- GitLab
- AWS CodeCommit
- DevOps
- Elasticsearch
- Terraform
- IT Infrastructure
- Linux Server Administration
- Troubleshooting
- Server Migration
- Virtualization
- VMware
- KVM
- Hyper-V
- Domain Name System (DNS) Servers
- MySQL Database
- MongoDB
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Architect Associate, 1Z01072-23, 09/01/23
Interests
Learning new technology
Listening to podcasts or audiobooks
Writing blogs
Traveling with friends
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/01/87
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Lead Infrastructure Technology DevSecOps
INNOVA SOLUTIONS
11.2021 - Current
Lead Infrastructure Technology, Cloud/DevOps Engineer
01.2021 - 10.2021
Freelancer Linux Administrator
FREELANCER LINUX ADMINISTRATOR
05.2016 - 12.2020
Sr Linux System Administrator
04.2011 - 04.2016
Desktop Support Engineer
12.2009 - 03.2011
Sr. Technical Support Executive
CORE MICRO SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
10.2007 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
VEER BAHADUR SINGH PURVANCHAL UNIVERSITY
Intermediate - undefined
U.P. BOARD
High school diploma - undefined
U.P. BOARD
Master of Science -
SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY
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