Prakash Mahendru
Linux Administrator / SME
Rohini
Summary
Currently working with HCL Technologies MSI Team as Linux Associate Consultant.
Experienced Linux Administrator over 13 years of hands-on expertise in managing and optimizing server infrastructure for prominent organizations.
Adapt at configuring and troubleshooting a diverse range of server environments, including RedHat Linux, Suse, and Ubuntu.
Demonstrated leadership skills in managing teams and fostering collaboration to achieve efficient operations.
Well-versed in Change Management and Service Management processes, contributing to seamless IT service delivery.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, coupled with a dedication to innovation and continuous improvement
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Associate Consultant
HCL Technologies
3 2020 - Current
- Responsible for delivering cloud Linux projects.
- Golden Image creation using Packer by HashiCorp
- Infrastructure Patching using RedHat Satellite and BigFix
- Working on Cloud migration projects.
- Building, Administering and Migrating Linux machines.
- Deploying SUSE Cluster(ASCS & ERS) on AWS for SAP NetWeaver Apps.
- Creating customized CIS benchmark Ubuntu ISO.
- Creating SOPs to stabilize technical processes.
- Worked on Ansible for Automation.
- Implementing and managing system to proactively monitor infrastructure.
System Administrator Linux
IHS Markit
10.2016 - 02.2020
- Handling tasks for maintaining hardware and software covering Linux Servers
- Linux OS Patching via RHN Satellite 5.
- Configuration Management via Puppet
- Working on Puppet Migration
- Working on GIT to support Puppet automation
- Monitor daily health check reports & make adjustments to ensure optimal performance
- Creating Password Free SSH for new client machines
- Install, configure, maintain and administer Linux / UNIX operating systems and components
- Diagnosed and resolved problems associated with DNS, NFS, and Apache
- Planning and executing packages and updates installations necessary for optimal system performance
- Assist in creation of project work plans and implementation strategies
- System and Application troubleshooting and other related issues
- Administering Physical servers and Virtual machines running over Vmware
- Support global clients with customized RHEL configurations and troubleshooting through our global queue system.
Senior Specialist - Linux
HCL Technologies
02.2015 - 10.2016
- Managing SUSE HA Cluster
- Taking care of Incident/Tickets related to various UNIX issues
- Supporting Apache for Client DAKS Software
- Supporting FTP for file transfer between different branches
- Configured NFS for Linux to Linux file sharing
- Network installation for new Linux hosts
- Creating new Hosts in Vcenter
- Installing different applications for users using UNIX platform
- User administration (setup and maintaining accounts)
- Managing SMABA SHARE, NFS, YUM (RED-HAT)
- Working in LVM Scenarios
- Task Scheduling (Cron)
- Working on daily checklists and Tickets in BMC Remedy queue
- Installing and configuring different user's applications
- Responsible for OS Patching
- Responsible for user Quota implémentations
- Handling local permission issues related to UNIX servers
- Setting up Sticky Bits as per user level
- User Administration on Tru64 Servers
- Responsible For Local Backup and Restore
- Building new servers with respect to company defined policies(VM/AWS)
- Monitoring Service Guard Cluster, Package Creation
- Network Cards Bonding, Swap creation, Sar Logs Management
- Created user manuals and provided technical support sessions for new employees.
Associate System Admin
CI-Infotech
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Linux Administration - L2 lead
- Windows Server Administration
- Supporting Active Directory and Domain related issues
- Worked on Monitoring tools i.e Nagios, Cacti
- Worked on User Service Request and Change implementation.
System Administrator
PCS Technologies
12.2010 - 02.2013
- Worked as Data centre Administrator
- VMware/VSphere installation on ESXi hosts
- Supported Linux BAU operations
- Monitor daily health check reports & make adjustments to ensure optimal performance
- Installing different applications for users using UNIX platform.
Education
MBA - IT
Sikkim Manipal University of Health, Medical And Technological Sciences
Sikkim 04.2016 - 05.2018
BCOM - Commerce
University of Delhi
Delhi University 04.2007 - 05.2010
Skills
Puppet
Linux
SAP Clustering
Cloud Migrations
Ansible
Packer by HashiCorp
Certification
AWS Cloud Practitioner
Details
Rohini, New Delhi, 110085, +919953455175, prakash.mahendru@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Shri SUBHASH MAHENDRU
- Date of Birth: 08/25/90
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Place Of Birth
Delhi
Timeline
System Administrator Linux
IHS Markit
10.2016 - 02.2020
MBA - IT
Sikkim Manipal University of Health, Medical And Technological Sciences
04.2016 - 05.2018
Senior Specialist - Linux
HCL Technologies
02.2015 - 10.2016
Associate System Admin
CI-Infotech
03.2013 - 01.2015
System Administrator
PCS Technologies
12.2010 - 02.2013
BCOM - Commerce
University of Delhi
04.2007 - 05.2010
Associate Consultant
HCL Technologies
3 2020 - Current
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