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Sankar P

Sankar P

Unix Administrator
Tenkasi

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Linux System Administrator

HCL Technologies
chennai
03.2020 - Current
  • Creating and cloning virtual machines from the predefined templates.
    Deploy VBlock server for RHEL 6, 7.
    Managing resources in Vcentre
    Analyzing CPU , RAM & Data store Buffer Space in the cluster before creating Virtual Machine
    Removing VM with disk from the Cluster as part of Decomm Activity
  • Provided input on hardware and software purchasing, prioritizing return on investment to optimize IT spending.
  • Managed backup and disaster recovery through strict data control and retention policies, personally handling recovery tasks when issues arose.
  • Resolved vulnerabilities by making improvements to network security.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Creating Virtual machines in VSphere and installing Red hat Linux and Suse Linux OS using kick start server
    Configuring kernel parameters and OS variable settings for Linux servers as per the application request.
    Linux OS installation for blade servers using ILO console
    Linux OS up gradation from RHEL 6 to RHEL 8 which are under VMware.
    File system management of Creation, Resize & Wipe (LVM).
    Updating Yum Repository and installing RPM’s from Red hat portal.
    Memory management like swap space and TMP space on Servers.
    NFS configuration and exporting directories.
    Decommission of Virtual and physical servers coordinating with Storage and networking team.
  • Installing and configuring NFS, FTP, HTTP (Apache), SSH, SAMBA.
    Managing logical volume manager(LVM)
    Installing the software by using YUM and RPM.
    Analyze the log file and troubleshooting the OS.
    Creating and managing the local repository.
  • Knowledge in EC2 and login to instances
    Configuring and troubleshooting the Simple storage service ( S3)
    Troubleshooting the Virtual private cloud (VPC) and peering issues.
    Configuring & Troubleshooting the Elastic File System ( EFS )
    Knowledge in NAT and Internet gateway
    Configuring and troubleshooting the cloud watch

System Administrator [Linux]

CARESOFT GLOBAL PVT LTD
chennai
07.2018 - 02.2020
  • Installed system-wide hardware components, confirming interoperation and compatibility with Linux-based software distros.
  • Provided input on hardware and software purchasing, prioritizing return on investment to optimize IT spending.
  • Designed disaster recovery systems, enabling continuity in event of power outages.
  • Interacted directly with users to diagnose and correct major system issues and address concerns.

Installing and configuring diverse Linux Flavors.
Knowledge in Linux basic commands.
User, Groups and Process Management.

Service Desk Engineer - Linux

FUTURE FOCUS INFOTECH PVT LTD [IBM India Pvt Ltd]
chennai
03.2017 - 07.2018
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Active Directory – Users, Groups, DL’s, Computer Accounts, Network Printer, GPO management and share folder management.
    McAfee Antivirus – Azure Frame package,End Point ,DLP agent, DAT and patch update
    Data Encryption – Bit locker (MBAM 2.5), Installation, troubleshooting and maintenance.
    Office Products – MS office 2010/2013, Office 365- Outlook & One Drive, Share point,MS Visio, MS Project installation and troubleshooting.
    Lync 2010 – Access creation, Policy modification through Lync web Console.
    Skype of Business – Installation and Troubleshooting .
    Domain – Create new domain,domain rejoin .
    SMTP Server – Access Provisioning, quarantined Mail Release and Mail flow log.
    MACOS - MS office installation, Outlook configuration, keychain & certificates
    Software –MS SQL server, Visual Studio, Apache tomcat, Eclipse, Citrix ICA Client, Java, SAP GUI, Oracle SQL Developer and All types of softwares installation and troubleshooting
    Printer - Installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Network printer/Scanner and shared folders.

Linux System Administrator

VCARE PVT LTD
chennai
10.2016 - 03.2017
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Installing, Configuring and troubleshooting ADS, DHCP, DNS, Remote Desktop sharing.
    Installing, configuring and troubleshooting office 365 Packages.
    Installing Symantec antivirus and managing regular patches update.
    Installing, configuring and Troubleshooting of SSL VPN and Cisco VPN connectivity.
    Installation of Cisco WebEx meeting.
    Troubleshooting of LAN/Network and WIFI router connectivity issues.
    Managing user accounts password reset and unlock in AD.

System Engineer

SRM University
chennai
09.2013 - 10.2016
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Compiled, processed, and analyzed test data and results to improve product quality.
  • Oversaw transition of workload automation system to unix environment.
  • Developed and maintained policies to control information technology and security for unix operations.
  • Analyzed security logs to determine and alleviate network threats.
  • Assisted employees with resolving network problems at remote locations.
  • Managed key information technology and compliance programs for proactive risk management.
  • Working with remote desktop connectivity [SCCM,WEBEX]
    Basic Networking, Map drive, Data sharing.
    Data Cards configuration and troubleshooting.
    Wireless Networking, Networking in Domain environment.
    Installation and Configuration of File server, Print server.
    Disk Management, partitions .
  • Compiled data and generated graphs to interpret results and suggest key operational improvements.

LAB ASSISTANT - TRAINEE

SRM University
chennai
08.2012 - 07.2013
  • Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment, calibrating instruments and preventive maintenance.
  • Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
  • Safely prepared reagents, compounds and lab test solutions.
  • Learned multiple molecular biological techniques.
  • Fault finding & trouble shooting of Monitor, SMPS, Mother Board.
  • Configuration of Printer,Network Printer, Modem, Scanner.
  • Biometric and CCTV Installation and troubleshooting.
  • Working with the different file systems [FAT, NTFS].


System Administrator

CEE DEE YES INFRASTRUCTURE PVT LTD
Chennai
04.2008 - 05.2009
  • Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
  • Established network specifications and analyzed workflow, access, information and security requirements.
  • Designed proactive preventive maintenance schedules to prevent unnecessary downtime and hardware faults.
  • Migrated data from legacy system to databases.
  • Implemented corrective plans of action for network availability and latency.
  • Provisioned new software and hardware for use, following established security policies.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Sardar Raja College Of Engineering
Tenkasi
07.2009 - 05.2012

Diploma - Computer Science

MSPVL POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
Tenkasi
06.2005 - 03.2008

STANDARD XII / H.S.C. - Computer Science

PUNITHA ARULAPPAR HR SEC SCHOOL
Tenkasi
06.2004 - 04.2005

SSLC - Computer Science

PUNITHA ARULAPPEAR HR SEC SCHOOL
Tenkasi
04.2002 - 04.2003

Skills

    Unix Admin

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Timeline

Linux System Administrator

HCL Technologies
03.2020 - Current

System Administrator [Linux]

CARESOFT GLOBAL PVT LTD
07.2018 - 02.2020

Service Desk Engineer - Linux

FUTURE FOCUS INFOTECH PVT LTD [IBM India Pvt Ltd]
03.2017 - 07.2018

Linux System Administrator

VCARE PVT LTD
10.2016 - 03.2017

System Engineer

SRM University
09.2013 - 10.2016

LAB ASSISTANT - TRAINEE

SRM University
08.2012 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Sardar Raja College Of Engineering
07.2009 - 05.2012

System Administrator

CEE DEE YES INFRASTRUCTURE PVT LTD
04.2008 - 05.2009

Diploma - Computer Science

MSPVL POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
06.2005 - 03.2008

STANDARD XII / H.S.C. - Computer Science

PUNITHA ARULAPPAR HR SEC SCHOOL
06.2004 - 04.2005

SSLC - Computer Science

PUNITHA ARULAPPEAR HR SEC SCHOOL
04.2002 - 04.2003
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