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Sima Rathod

Sima Rathod

Pune Hadapsar

Summary

Technical Support Engineer with 7.6 experience in Global technical support for Access control security products, including DSC and Exacq Vision Server. Proven ability to lead teams in resolving complex operational issues and establishing regional support centers (EMEA, APAC) to enhance service coverage. Focused on driving continuous improvement in Technical support processes and expanding service capabilities across international markets. With background in providing technical support, I excel in diagnosing and resolving issues efficiently. My strengths lie in analytical thinking, effective communication, and collaboration. These skills enable me to simplify complex problems and deliver user-friendly solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction and seamless product performance. Technical professional with experience in troubleshooting, resolving hardware and software issues, and providing thorough technical support. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product functionality and customer satisfaction. Strong communication skills and proactive approach to problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Support

Johnson Controls
Pune, Maharashtra
10.2019 - 02.2026
  • Managed global technical support for access control security products, including DSC and Exacq Vision Server.
  • Provided functional product support to customers through phone, email, and chat channels.
  • Analyse, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to product functionality and usage.
  • Led a team of 4 to drive and escalate support efforts, resolving complex operational delivery issues.
  • Supported customers across the APAC, EMEA, and US regions by working in rotational shifts based on business requirements.
  • Accurately document all customer interactions, issues, and resolutions in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
  • Verified functionality of peripherals and initiated hardware failure cases promptly.
  • Monitored system performance and coordinated network communication updates with new OS releases.
  • Extended SSA expiry dates by adding features to demo, development, and production systems as needed.

Sr. Technical Support Associate

Tech Mahindra Ltd.
Pune, India
10.2018 - 06.2019

User Access Management.

  • Provide L1 support to the users (corporate, consultants, retailers, and dealers) for Vodafone Australian customers.
  • Granting and revoking access through phone and email.
  • Handled Active Directory user account creation, password resets, disabling accounts, unlocking accounts, group policy updates, and access permissions.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Resolved access-related incidents and service requests within SLA timelines.
  • Create incidents, update work logs, prioritise and categorise the incidents, and monitor the progress of the incidents.
  • Projects being dynamic and not static need to ensure all version changes and updates are passed on to the entire team.
  • Enhance process capability from the current baseline through process improvement methodologies.
  • Coordinate with other process teams to identify cross-programme dependencies and leverage resources appropriately.
  • Establish a communication plan between all stakeholders, including the project manager, team members, and clients. Internal and external calibration.

Customer Support Associate

Mphasis Pvt Ltd
Pune, india
04.2016 - 10.2018
  • Provided ultimate ownership and responsibility for end-to-end management activities for all Severity 1 and 2 incidents.
  • Communicate the resolution to the end user.
  • Notify the top/high-level management if any issues occur.
  • Worked on ticketing tools such as ServiceNow for incident and change management cases.
  • Contacting the application teams and getting them on a call to resolve the issue and check if the applications, server, and database are up and running.
  • Proven success working in a high-volume, 24/7 technical support process.
  • Promoted to the Escalations and Review Group, which sharpened my ticket handling skills for the Level 1 team and allowed me to provide expert advice on resolving issues within SLA.
  • I worked with Business Critical Network team members, which helped me understand basic network fundamentals and infrastructure support for all HP-supported clients.
  • Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally, providing positive solutions to uphold company reputation.

Customer Specialist Associate

Aegis Pvt Ltd
04.2015 - 01.2016
  • Handling inbound calls related to postpaid bills, internet troubleshooting.
  • Activate postpaid plans as per customers requirements and requests.

Education

B.E - IT

Dr. B.A.M.U.
Jan 2014

Diploma - IT

M.S.B.T.E
Kopargaon
01.2010

HSC - Computer Science

Pune Board
Loni, MH
01.2006

SSC - Computer Science

Pune Board
Rahata, MH
01.2004

Skills

  • Technical Support Engineer
  • IT Support Specialist
  • Desktop Support
  • Active Directory Administrator
  • O365 support
  • Incident resolution
  • Network Support
  • Access Management

Languages

English
Hindi
Marathi

Disclaimer

I hereby, affirm that the information provided above is correct to the best of my knowledge.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Fitness hobbies that integrate physical movement and exercise into fun, strength and flexibility while reducing stress and improving mental clarity.

Career goals

  • Leadership, Expertise becoming a thought leader, mentoring others, Expanding networks and achieving better work -life integration.

Hobbies and Interests

  • In my Spare time I enjoy doing workout because this activity keeps me fit, challenging focused and disciplined.

Timeline

Technical Support

Johnson Controls
10.2019 - 02.2026

Sr. Technical Support Associate

Tech Mahindra Ltd.
10.2018 - 06.2019

Customer Support Associate

Mphasis Pvt Ltd
04.2016 - 10.2018

Customer Specialist Associate

Aegis Pvt Ltd
04.2015 - 01.2016

B.E - IT

Dr. B.A.M.U.

Diploma - IT

M.S.B.T.E

HSC - Computer Science

Pune Board

SSC - Computer Science

Pune Board
Sima Rathod