ROHIT KUMAR KANOGIA
DevOps /Platform Manager & Cloud Architect
Gurugram
Summary
IT professional with 17+ years of experience in managing technical teams, service delivery, cloud platforms, automation, and solution architecture across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Currently associated with Vertex One as Manager Cloud Services, leading initiatives in Azure cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes administration, and DevOps automation. Extensive hands-on knowledge in Microsoft Azure, AWS, AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service), Kubernetes administration, GitHub Actions, Argo CD automation, Windows and Linux server administration, VMware, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Bicep and Terraform. Certified Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-303 & AZ-304), Azure Network Engineer (AZ-700), and Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500). Proven ability to lead, design, and implement enterprise-grade secure, scalable, and automated cloud-native solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
1
1
Japanese
Work History
Manager, Cloud & Platform Operations
VertexOne
10.2019 - Current
- Lead a cloud operations team managing Azure and AWS environments, with cross-functional expertise in SQL, Linux, and DevOps.
- Architected and implemented Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments with secure networking, workload isolation, and GitOps using Argo CD.
- Spearheaded transition from Azure Portal-based deployments to IaC using Azure Bicep, integrating with GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipelines.
- Maintainer of enterprise GitHub repository for infrastructure and application delivery.
- Automated Kubernetes workloads and secrets management using CSI driver with Azure Key Vault.
- Designed network topologies using Application Gateway, Load Balancer, and Traffic Manager.
- Migrated monolithic applications to Azure Web Apps and containerized workloads on AKS.
- Successfully executed 3 major cloud migrations: Migration of SAP systems to Azure, Legacy application lift-and-shift to Azure and partial modernization, Cloud integration post-merger & acquisition.
- Provided ongoing Kubernetes cluster support, upgrades, and backup strategies using native and third-party tools.
- Architect and lead to a development for Azure Virtual desktop setup.
- Led training initiatives and performance reviews across the cloud team.
- Collaborated with Microsofts Bicep product team for enterprise feedback and adoption.
Sr. Systems Engineer
NaviSite (A Time Warner Cable Company)
10.2012 - 09.2019
- Led cloud readiness assessments, cost optimization, and infrastructure migration to Azure.
- Managed ASR-based replication, ExpressRoute, VPN, Availability Sets, and Recovery Planning.
- Utilized Azure native tools like Migrate, Storage Explorer, AzCopy for seamless cloud adoption.
- Assisted in Kubernetes evaluation, autoscaling, and early adoption within customer environments.
- Optimized costs using Azure Hybrid Benefit and Reserved Instances.
Client Technical Officer
Dell
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Provided Tier-1 support for Windows platforms and resolved OS-level issues.
- Delivered remote troubleshooting and coordinated customer education on issues and resolutions.
Sr. Technical Support Officer
Convergys India Services
03.2008 - 11.2011
- Delivered technical troubleshooting for OS, hardware, and third-party software issues.
- Documented and resolved customer concerns using CRM tools, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education
Masters - Computer Applications
Punjab Technical University
Bachelors - Computer Applications
IIMT College
Skills
Kubernetes Administration and Cluster Operations
Designing and Implementing AKS Clusters in Azure
DevOps Automation using Argo CD and GitHub Actions
IaC with Azure Bicep and Terraform
Azure & AWS Governance, Identity Management, and Security (ADPIM, IAM, Private Endpoints)
Cloud Migration (On-prem to Azure & AWS)
SAP, Legacy App, Cloud Migrations
Network Design: App Gateway, Load Balancer, Traffic Manager
PowerShell
Azure Virtual Desktop
Chef Automation
DNS and Networking in Azure
Backup
BCDR (Zerto, Azure Site Recovery)
Cost Optimization
Training
Performance Management
Team Leadership
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-303 & AZ-304)
Personal Information
- Delhi
- NCR
- Industry Preference: IT
- Date of Birth: 11/29/86
Timeline
Manager, Cloud & Platform Operations
VertexOne
10.2019 - Current
Sr. Systems Engineer
NaviSite (A Time Warner Cable Company)
10.2012 - 09.2019
Client Technical Officer
Dell
06.2012 - 09.2012
Sr. Technical Support Officer
Convergys India Services
03.2008 - 11.2011
Bachelors - Computer Applications
IIMT College
Masters - Computer Applications
Punjab Technical University