Ravindra Ambaji Chudnaik
Borivali (W)
Summary
I have a total of 18+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure Management. As part of part of ATOS journey, Supported BSWH and Airbus Customers. Experienced VMware, Windows, and Azure Administrator with a strong background in managing and optimizing virtualized and cloud infrastructure. Proven expertise in the administration of VMware ESXi, vSphere environments, and Windows Server platforms. Skilled in deploying and managing virtual machines, configuring and troubleshooting Azure services, and automating routine processes to improve efficiency. I have strong process knowledge in Incident Management, Change Management and Problem Management. Experienced in project implementations - BAU and Project implementation. End to End Upgrade Project,VMware Infra was successfully upgraded from 5.x/ 6.7 to 7.0. in my previous project in Atos. Managed Different Ticketing tools like ServiceNow, Remedy and SCOM and SolarWinds for monitoring. The server hardware we managed including CISCO UCS, Dell PowerEdge R640, R650, R660, HP ProLiant DL360, DL380 (Gen9, Gen10, Gen10+, Gen11) servers. I have basic knowledge on PowerShell allowing me to read, understand, and modify scripts as per Business requirements. I always look for Automation opportunities in day-to-day activities and project activities to avoid manual efforts and effective error free implementation to perform similar functions on multiple servers and repeated activity.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cloud / VMware / Windows Administrator
Atos Global IT Solutions and Services Private Limited
11.2014 - Current
- Project – Baylor and Scott – 3 Years
- Task –Migration /Project and BAU Activity
- Providing end to end support for VMware SRM for DR planning, setup, and execution.
- Performing patching across VMware and Azure to ensure security and compliance.
- Responsible for planning and performing firmware and driver updates on Dell hardware through dell Open Manager.
- Executing ESXi host patching via Lifecycle Manager.
- Provisioning physical and virtual servers manually and via autodeploy.
- Integrated vRO with vCenter for automated VM snapshot management.
- Provided end-to-end support for new projects, including coordination with the DCI and Network teams, and deployment of vCenter and clusters in the VMware infrastructure.
- Involved in vulnerability remediation activities.
- Working on a CMDB true-up project to check and fix CMDB data using scripts.
- Handling SAAR requests for server access to app teams and vendors.
- Created documents for SRM Upgrade activity and actively involved in CSIP
- Actively involved in upgrading Nutanix components, including AOS, Prism Central, AHV, firmware, and Foundation VMs.
- Currently working on a project to resolve CMDB, SolarWinds, and backup issues, synchronize data with the DSI BSWH portal, and validate monthly reports.
- Completed P2V in current project as per business requirement
- Executing ESXi host patching via Lifecycle and Update Manager.
- Provisioning physical and virtual server manually and via autodeployment.
- Performing VM backups and monitored health using Azure Backup and Log Analytics
- Responsible for installation and configuration of azure services.
- Monitored over 200 Azure resources across multiple subscriptions
- Generated weekly cost and performance reports for leadership
- Documented resource configurations and tagging inconsistencies
- Reviewed and unused disk in the azure environment and removed to save cost
- Monitoring Resource health and performance tracking
- Assessed on-premises servers for migration to Azure using Azure Migrate.
- Deployed and managed Azure IaaS resources, including virtual machines, NSGs, and load balancers. Manage resource groups.
- Deployment of VMs in azure environment using PowerShell scripts, Managed Azure VM resource scaling by resizing compute tiers and updating storage configurations based on workload demands.
- Handling P1 and P2 incidents during major incidents and providing root cause analysis (RCA) from the Windows team infrastructure perspective.
- Project – Airbus
- Task –Migration /Project and BAU Activity – 8 Years
- Managed and maintained 3000+ window and Linux Virtual and Physical Servers Off- Shore Datacenter at US and France
- Provisioned virtual and physical servers based on client requests and project requirements.
- Handled Incident Management, ensuring SLA compliance for Wintel-related tickets, including both automated and manually raise incidents.
- Managed the entire Change Management lifecycle, including raising, implementing, and closing change requests.
- Performed monthly patching of Windows servers using SCCM 2007 and WSUS.
- Performed the role of SPOC for escalations and handling High Severity Incidents.
- Handled servers having Microsoft cluster installed (Installation/Perform failover/fallback activity based on the request).
- Coordinated with various hardware vendors to troubleshoot and resolve server-related issues
- Worked on windows cluster installation and configuration management.
- Worked on physical HP/Dell server hardware management.
- Worked VCO Configuration and management of new workflows.
- Worked on vCenter, ESXi upgrade project
- Worked on P2V migration project. Under this project we have migrated 500+ servers to virtual infra using P2V and PlateSpin migration tool.
- Configuration of VM virtual switches, planning of VMware infrastructure
- Worked on P-Cloud Auto deployment technology.
- Worked with Airbus Project as Wintel/VMware L3 Technical Consultant.
- Completed vCenter Migration from 5.1 to 6.7 version in two phases.
Technical Specialist –L3
Allied Digital Services LTD.
10.2012 - 11.2014
- Project: Global NOC Support
- Provide VMWARE NOC Support for UK and US
- Handling and responsible for VMWARE Related Problems Globally.
- Responsible for POC for new client.
- Monitoring global servers through SCOM 2007 .
- Manage windows clusters
- Patch management with SCCM 2007
Team Leader + WINTEL Administrator
Microland and Swan Solutions
Mumbai
07.2007 - 10.2012
- Project: In House Datacenter: Site: - BNP Paribas French Bank
- Provided 24x7 support with full responsibility for service delivery and issue resolution.
- Managed and lead a team of 34 engineers across various locations in India.
- Creating active directory users, groups, and objects, managing access rights
- Installation and configuration of Blackberry client
- Installation of Dell Power edge 2950 & HP DL 380 G4 Servers using iMage Build
- Managing backup using Symantec Backup Exec 11d
- Patch management of workstations using SMS 2003 Server
- Remote Server Monitoring with ILO, IDRAC
- Maintaining Virtual Management Servers with VM Esx 4.x and 5.0
System Administrator
CMS COMPUTERS LTD.
Mumbai
10.2005 - 06.2007
- Site: - CEAT GROUPS
- Project: - In House Datacenter
- User creation in Active Directory
- Managed daily backups and restores using Veritas Backup.
- Installation, Maintenance, Configuration & Troubleshooting of branded server.
- Backup and restoration of file system servers.
- Configuration of network printers and permit access to users.
- Installation and Configuration of Windows 2003 server.
- McAfee Anti-Virus Update DAT Reports.
- Accountable for handling proxy server using 602lan antivirus edition software.
- Handled Rack Mounting and Punching & Crimping of LAN Cables.
System Engineer
Sameera Electronics Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
09.2002 - 09.2005
- Installation and troubleshooting of assembled and branded machines including HP, Compaq and IBM
- Setup and configuration of Windows NT/2000 and peer-to-peer networks with user and printer rights/sharing
- Installation and troubleshooting of various peripherals such as scanners, modems, printers, network printers Zip/Jaz drives, CD-Writers, etc.
- Configuration of dial-up Internet access and of proxy servers under Windows
- Configuration of mirror volumes in Windows NT/2000
Customer Support Engineer
Network InfoTech.
10.2000 - 07.2002
- Mainly use to do Q.C of PC as per ISO level And Burning process of all products.
- Done evaluation work for incoming material (H/W, N/W, Software) and generating report for it
- Worked on Rack mount server. Assembled RACK at Gujrat (Ahmedabad Plasma Research Center)
Desktop Engineer
Network InfoTech.
03.1997 - 08.2000
- Mainly use to do Q.C of PC as per ISO level And Burning process of all products.
- Done evaluation work for incoming material (H/W, N/W, Software) and generating report for it.
- Worked on Rack mount server. Assembled RACK at Gujrat (Ahmedabad Plasma Research Center)
Education
Diploma -
Mumbai University
Skills
- VMware Infrastructure
- Windows and Linux
- Infrastructure Management
- Windows OS NT to 2022
- Practical Experience with administrating IaaS (Azure)
- Networking
- Azure Cli
- PowerShell1q
- ARM Template
- Virtual Networking
- Resource Monitoring
- Azure Migrate, HCX and Azure VMware Solution
- VMware VSAN , vrealize operations manager (vrops)
- HCI Infrastructure
Certification
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA).
- VMWARE Certified Associate – DATACENTER VIRTUALIZATION
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP).
- VMWARE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL 6.0
- Azure Administrator Certified
- Azure Solution architecture certified
- Nutanix Fundamental Certified
Languages
English, Hindi, Marathi
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information given above is true to the best of my knowledge. Ravindra A. Chudnaik
PERSONAL DOSSIER
- Date of Birth : 13th April 1975
- Marital Status : Married
- Address : 14/1063 Old M.H.B Colony Gorai Road, Borivali (W), Mumbai - 400090
- Languages Known : English, Hindi and Marathi
- Passport Details : No. K5412884;; Valid Till: 28/05/2028
- Location Preference : Mumbai
Timeline
Cloud / VMware / Windows Administrator
Atos Global IT Solutions and Services Private Limited
11.2014 - Current
Technical Specialist –L3
Allied Digital Services LTD.
10.2012 - 11.2014
Team Leader + WINTEL Administrator
Microland and Swan Solutions
07.2007 - 10.2012
System Administrator
CMS COMPUTERS LTD.
10.2005 - 06.2007
System Engineer
Sameera Electronics Pvt. Ltd.
09.2002 - 09.2005
Customer Support Engineer
Network InfoTech.
10.2000 - 07.2002
Desktop Engineer
Network InfoTech.
03.1997 - 08.2000
Diploma -
Mumbai University
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