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Rajeev Kumar A K

Rajeev Kumar A K

Bangalore

Summary

Cloud Architect with extensive experience in AWS and Azure solutions at Sycomp Technology India Pvt Ltd. Achieved over 20% reduction in cloud costs and successfully led multiple migration projects. Skilled in project management and client engagement, ensuring compliance with security standards and delivering customized cloud architectures.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cloud Architect / Cloud Team Manager

Sycomp Technology India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
03.2020 - Current
  • Designed and implemented cloud solutions aligned with client specifications.
  • Executed migration strategies from on-premises to cloud platforms, ensuring disaster recovery and backup solutions.
  • Developed High-Level Design and Low-Level Design documentation for projects.
  • Led comprehensive project implementation from requirement analysis to transition support.
  • Collaborated with sales and technical teams for effective pre- and post-sales support.
  • Managed client requests and incidents via Salesforce ticketing system.
  • Optimized cloud costs using Reserved Instances, Saving Plans, and Rightsizing strategies.
  • Generated quarterly reports on cost optimization and resource utilization for cloud clients.

AWS Architect

Thoucentric Technology Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
11.2018 - 11.2019
  • Designed and implemented cloud solutions for new projects based on customer requirements.
  • Developed project plans and cost estimates for cloud implementation, including LLD, HLD, and architecture.
  • Executed migration plan to transition on-premises servers to AWS cloud environment.
  • Implemented disaster recovery and backup solutions for cloud instances.
  • Managed P1 tickets for EC2 instances, firewall (WAF), and monitoring tools.
  • Optimized cloud costs through reserved instances, pay-per-use strategies, and rightsizing initiatives.
  • Led cloud support team in daily operations, analyzing ticket and utilization reports to resolve issues.
  • Achieved cost reductions of 20% to 23% through AWS reserved instances deployment.

Lab Manager

UST Global Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
07.2013 - 04.2018
  • Supported 15+ labs at Intel and 5+ labs on ODC with infrastructure management.
  • Led project lifecycles from requirement analysis to design implementation and support transitions.
  • Managed a team of over 100 FTE, including six team leads, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Developed inventory tools, reducing audit clearance time from two days to five hours.
  • Created capacity planning tool to track IT and procurement inventory, eliminating duplicate requests.
  • Facilitated monthly billing summaries for clients and finance teams for invoice processing.
  • Executed new inventory movement processes between client location and UST ODC.
  • Designed cloud migration solutions, overseeing EC2 instances across R&D labs.

Technical Analysis Analyst

Dell India Pvt Ltd (MFG)
Chennai
06.2007 - 07.2013
  • Provided technical support for 270 Dell servers in Data Center, managing Windows Server, Linux Server, SQL Database, and Active Directory.
  • Resolved all IT tickets within SLA timeframes, ensuring prompt service delivery.
  • Collaborated with senior management and application owners to coordinate downtime during patching activities.
  • Trained new IT team members on infrastructure and support frameworks to enhance team capabilities.
  • Installed and configured systems for internal users, including desktops and laptops, in accordance with operational standards.
  • Configured Avaya IP phones and created extensions for employees to enable effective communication.
  • Installed ESX Servers and vCenter Server, deploying virtual machines while performing health checks and troubleshooting.
  • Supported manufacturing systems to minimize production stoppages and troubleshoot various applications.

Sr. Technical Support Expert

Dell International Services
Bangalore
04.2001 - 11.2005
  • Delivered high-end technical solutions for Windows Servers, desktops, laptops, and network devices.
  • Resolved hardware and software issues using Cisco/Kana software, ensuring prompt customer support.
  • Installed drivers and applications efficiently, enhancing operational performance for end-users.
  • Conducted issue research, offering team-wide solutions to improve service delivery.
  • Managed escalated technical concerns, including software and network issues, with adept problem-solving skills.
  • Provided comprehensive training to new hires on networking concepts and essential tools use.
  • Coordinated customer callbacks to troubleshoot unresolved issues with precision.
  • Generated daily and weekly productivity reports, highlighting team achievements.

Education

Master’s Degree - Data Science

Liverpool John Moores University
01.2023

Post Graduate Diploma - Data Science

IIIT-Bangalore
01.2022

MBA -

IT-TNOU (Tamilnadu Open University)

BBA -

Madurai Kamaraj University

PUC -

BES Evening College

SSLC -

Padmavathi High School

Skills

  • Cloud solution design
  • AWS, Azure, Google Cloud expertise
  • Infrastructure design principles
  • DevOps practices and tools
  • Networking proficiency
  • Administration of Windows and Linux systems
  • Cost efficiency initiatives
  • Project management capabilities
  • Client relationship management
  • Disaster recovery strategies
  • Compliance with security standards
  • Leadership in team settings
  • Migration to cloud environments
  • Management of billing and resources
  • Planning for scalability needs
  • Governance in cloud environments
  • Logging and monitoring processes

Certification

  • AWS Certified -Solutions Architect Associate & Professional, DevOps Professional
  • Azure Certified – (AZ-500 & AZ 300)
  • GCP Certified Associate & Professional
  • Python
  • VCP 5.1 Certified
  • ITIL V3 Foundation Certified
  • CCNA Certified
  • Comptia A+ Certified

References

Furnish upon request

Languages

English, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil and Hindi

Timeline

Cloud Architect / Cloud Team Manager

Sycomp Technology India Pvt Ltd
03.2020 - Current

AWS Architect

Thoucentric Technology Pvt Ltd
11.2018 - 11.2019

Lab Manager

UST Global Pvt Ltd
07.2013 - 04.2018

Technical Analysis Analyst

Dell India Pvt Ltd (MFG)
06.2007 - 07.2013

Sr. Technical Support Expert

Dell International Services
04.2001 - 11.2005

Master’s Degree - Data Science

Liverpool John Moores University

Post Graduate Diploma - Data Science

IIIT-Bangalore

MBA -

IT-TNOU (Tamilnadu Open University)

BBA -

Madurai Kamaraj University

PUC -

BES Evening College

SSLC -

Padmavathi High School
Rajeev Kumar A K