Hi, I’m
Pushparaj Mathialagan
IT Infrastructure Manager
Chennai
Summary
Experienced IT Manager with 19+ years in IT infrastructure, operations and team leadership. Skilled in managing on-premises and cloud systems, virtualization, migrations, and upgrades. Strong problem solver with a strategic mind set, focused on aligning IT solutions with business goals and budgets. Quick to learn and adapt to new technologies.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
2
Certifications
Work History
Precision Hydraulics Pvt. Ltd.,(Leggett & Platt Hydraulics)
Manager – IT & Systems
04.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Managed the day to day operations of IT Infrastructure consisting of more than 40+ Virtual and physical servers across the PHC-Global
- Planning, Implementing & Managing IT infrastructure operations and projects across PHC-US, UK, & INDIA sites.
- Managing IT infrastructure across 5 sites, including data centers, servers, networks, and cloud systems
- Centralized IT operations, improving system performance and service delivery.
- Helps business to implement effective IT service delivery strategies & maintain the track record
- Improved IT service delivery performance by managing support workflows in ZOHO (ManageEngine) Endpoint Central & Service Now, ensuring SLA compliance and user satisfaction.
- Using management tool monitor IT infrastructure projects
- IT resource allocation & management
- Track tasks, manage dependencies, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver automated daily weekly progress reports, ensuring SLA compliance and on-time project delivery.
- Implemented BCP and DR site on azure blob and Veeam vault, ensuring high availability and business continuity.
- Lead IT support operations, team management, manage vendor relationships, and oversee procurement activities, including budgeting for both CapEx and OpEx.
- Administering Azure AD, cloud VMs, VMware, Hyper-V, SAN Storage, O365, firewalls, Endpoint security and Cisco Firepower, Fortigate SDWAN management & monitoring
- Provided implementation support for Infor Visual Enterprises ERP, enhancing process automation, enabling real-time reporting, and streamlining centralized data management (MSSQL DB).
- Database Management SQL Server and IT asset lifecycle.
- Utilized AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot) to enhance trend analysis and visual reporting in PowerPoint, Excel, and dashboards, improving insight delivery and clarity in IT service reports.
- Built Power BI dashboards and ensured smooth operation, compliance through regular audits and risk management.
- Managing IT budgets, vendor relations, and project planning while ensuring effective risk communication and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
Precision Hydraulics Pvt. Ltd.
Assistant Manager – IT
06.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Oversaw IT infrastructure, operations, and projects across manufacturing & branch offices.
- Led 24x7 support team and ensured high uptime of servers, storage, and networks.
- Ensured business continuity through strategic BCP planning, while managing IT budgets (OpEx) and vendor relationships
- IT purchase requisition creation & processing through the SAP purchase requisition (PR)
- Administered Azure AD, AD, VMware, Hyper-V, SUSE Linux, and Office 365.
- Handled ERP, RFID, ICS, MSSQL backups, vulnerability management and IT audits.
- Provided technical leadership across network, firewalls, Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, MSSQL, and monitoring tools (Manage Engine – Desktop Central).
- Managed ERP MES, RFID, HRMS, and third-party applications, including database backups and restorations.
- Led IT audits for compliance and designed structured LAN cabling (CAT6, fiber optic cable); managed full IT asset lifecycle.
Uniware Systems Pvt Ltd
System Administrator – Infrastructure
09.2007 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Managed end-to-end IT infrastructure, including Active Directory, Servers, firewalls, storage, and networks.
- Led migration from windows Server 2003 to 2012 R2, supported ERP, Microsoft tools and third-party applications.
- Administered Exchange Online, Windows Server (AD, DHCP, DNS, GPO), and MSSQL.
- Implemented backup, disaster recovery, and endpoint security solutions; led internal/external IT audits.
- Guided support teams, documented infrastructure changes, and improved system performance.
- Handled IT budgeting, vendor management, and client relations across multiple projects.
Fortune Systems (P) Ltd.
Customer Support Engineer
02.2004 - 08.2007
Job overview
- Troubleshooting Dell PC’s Laptop’s and Server.
- Installing, configuring domain and administering windows 2003 server, DHCP server
- Maintenance of File servers, and Print servers
- Maintenance of User ID, Groups and assigning permissions
- SQL database maintenance
- Data backup and recovery using NT backup
- Responsible for Hardware problems and up gradation
- Installing Operating systems and Application software’s
- Installing Printers and other Devices
- Network installation and maintenance
- Configuring and troubleshooting Internet using Router’s
- Installing, configuring and updates Anti Virus
MAC POINT SYSTEMS
Service Engineer (Part time)
11.2002 - 02.2004
Job overview
- Administrator of Windows 2000 Domain
- Maintenance of File servers, and Print servers
- Maintenance of User ID, Groups and assigning permissions
- Trouble shooting software and hardware network problems and application software
- Responsible for configuring and Maintenance of Image Server
- Performance monitoring and optimization
- Mail configuration and troubleshooting in outlook express
- Maintaining COMPAQ, IBM, Assembled pc’s
- Installing and configuring Anti Virus Server
- Responsibilities in Network
- Router configurations
- Routing protocol configurations (RIP, IGRP, PPP, Frame Relay, ISDN, OSPF, EIGRP,)
- NATing and Switching
- Access List’s
Education
PACHAIYAPPA’S COLLEGE
B.A from Economics
01.2004
University Overview
UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS
PACHAIYAPPA’S COLLEGE
B.A from Economics
01.2004
University Overview
UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS
S K D J HSS THIRUVERKADU
S.S.C.
04.1999
University Overview
- Board: State
- GPA: 55%
Skills
Project Management: Project Management, Task delegation and monitoring, Project planning and scheduling, Budget management, Risk assessment, and mitigation, Scope management, Resource allocation, Quality assurance, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Disaster Recovery (DR)
Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure, Microsoft365 Administration, Azure AD,
Networking: CCNA (Routing & Switching), HPE Aruba AP, Firewall Management (Fortigate 101FG, Cisco Firepower 1120), Site to Site, SSLVPN, Network Design (LAN, Fiber Cabling)
Virtualization: VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, Azure VM Instances
Certification
MCSE (70-410, 70-411, and 70-412) — Microsoft
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
- Microsoft Azure Administrator
- Microsoft 365 Administrator
- Power Bi — Microsoft
Disclaimer
Date: Place: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Pushparaj M)
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Timeline
Manager – IT & Systems
Precision Hydraulics Pvt. Ltd.,(Leggett & Platt Hydraulics)
04.2020 - Current
Assistant Manager – IT
Precision Hydraulics Pvt. Ltd.
06.2018 - 03.2020
System Administrator – Infrastructure
Uniware Systems Pvt Ltd
09.2007 - 05.2018
Customer Support Engineer
Fortune Systems (P) Ltd.
02.2004 - 08.2007
Service Engineer (Part time)
MAC POINT SYSTEMS
11.2002 - 02.2004
PACHAIYAPPA’S COLLEGE
B.A from Economics
S K D J HSS THIRUVERKADU
S.S.C.
PACHAIYAPPA’S COLLEGE
B.A from Economics