SANTOSH PANDIT
INFRA AND NETWORK
Pune
Summary
Deputy Manager - IT Infrastructure leading enterprise infrastructure, network operations, and cybersecurity controls across multi-site environments. Drives Windows Server, Active Directory, firewall, VPN, Wi-Fi, and disaster recovery administration while improving centralized monitoring, switch hardening, and endpoint security. Delivers stable access, stronger compliance, and cleaner technology implementations through vendor coordination and asset governance.
Overview
3
3
Languages
5
5
Certifications
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager - IT Infrastructure
SPARK MINDA CORPORATION
06.2020 - Current
- Key Responsibilities
- Managing enterprise IT Infrastructure and Network Operations.
- Administration of Windows Servers, Active Directory and Group Policies.
- Managing Cyber Security initiatives across locations.
- Administration of Palo Alto, Fortinet and SonicWall Firewalls.
- Managing VPN connectivity, user access controls and network security.
- Implementing and maintaining backup and disaster recovery processes.
- Managing Wi-Fi infrastructure including Meraki, Aruba and Ruckus devices.
- Asset management and IT compliance activities.
- Vendor coordination and technology implementation projects.
- User administration, permission management and security controls.
- Major Achievements
- Successfully implemented Cisco Meraki switching infrastructure across group companies.
- Standardized switch hardening and network security controls.
- Deployed enterprise firewall solutions using Palo Alto, Fortinet and SonicWall.
- Enhanced cybersecurity controls and endpoint security management.
- Improved network monitoring and centralized infrastructure management.
Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer
ADIK HI-TECH PRIVATE LIMITED
11.2011 - 03.2020
- Key Responsibilities
- Managed Active Directory and Domain Services.
- Administered FortiGate Firewall and network switching infrastructure.
- Managed Office 365 user accounts and mail administration.
- Implemented antivirus and backup solutions.
- Handled asset procurement and vendor management.
- Managed software licensing compliance and IT audits.
- Implemented infrastructure monitoring and backup policies.
Service Engineer
COMPUTER INFOTECH PVT. LTD., PUNE
02.2008 - 11.2011
- Key Responsibilities
- Installation and maintenance of desktops, laptops and servers.
- Network troubleshooting and hardware support.
- Operating system installation and support.
- Client relationship management and technical support.
- Worked as Resident Engineer for Poonawalla Group Companies.
Education
BCA -
Sudarshan College
Pune01-2014
B.A. -
Pune University
01-2005
HSC - undefined
Pune Board
01-2001
SSC - undefined
Pune Board
01-1999
Skills
Cisco Switches
Meraki Switches
Aruba Wireless
Ruckus Wireless
Palo Alto Firewall
Network operations management
Incident management
Change management
IT asset management
Vendor management
Backup administration
Disaster recovery planning
Access management
Compliance management
Patch management
Certification
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
Declaration
I hereby declare that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Deputy Manager - IT Infrastructure
SPARK MINDA CORPORATION
06.2020 - Current
Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer
ADIK HI-TECH PRIVATE LIMITED
11.2011 - 03.2020
Service Engineer
COMPUTER INFOTECH PVT. LTD., PUNE
02.2008 - 11.2011
SSC - undefined
Pune Board
HSC - undefined
Pune Board
BCA -
Sudarshan College
B.A. -
Pune University