SOUVIK SAMANTA
Kolkata
Summary
Dynamic Sr. Architect at IBM India Ltd. with 19+ years of expertise in IT network architecture and engineering project management. Proven track record in optimizing large-scale data center operations and leading cross-team collaborations. Strong analytical skills and a commitment to delivering on-time results drive my success in complex environments. Results-driven Sr. Architect specializing in IT network architecture and large-scale data center operations. Proven expertise in problem-solving, cross-team collaboration, and managing complex projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Architect DC SRE
IBM India Ltd.
Bangalore
06.2023 - Current
- Configured and troubleshot multi-vendor technologies (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, HP) over 19 years, ensuring seamless implementation.
- Designed and maintained network solutions tailored to customer needs, focusing on R&S, 32+ ACI Data Centers, security, wireless/DNA/SD-WAN technologies, and ITIL project management.
- Managed complex tasks with strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities, demonstrating professionalism and effective time management.
Lead Technology/AVP
Virtusa Singapore Ltd
Singapore
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Virtusa Singapore
- Led cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for client projects.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources to ensure timely delivery of services.
- Facilitated client meetings to gather requirements and align project expectations.
Principle Network Architect
NTT Singapore Pvt Ltd
Singapore
06.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Network Consultant
PERSOLKELLY Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 06.2021
Education
B Tech - Electronics And Communications Engineering
B.P Poddar Institute of Management & Technology
Kolkata08-2006
Skills
- IT network architecture & core infrastructure
- Engineering project management
- Enterprise/DC planning, Design & implementation
- Large scale Data center(32) operations
- 500 DNA based Campus/office implementation
- 2000 SD-WAN Automated cranes deployment
- Analytical, observation, people mgmt skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Pressure resilience & Prioritization
- Cross team collaboration & coordination
- Discipline & Self-motivation
- Tech refresh (Green/Brown field)
- Network optimization & Operations
- R&S/DC/Design/Wireless/Security/IBM Cloud
- Team building & quick learner skills
- Documentation [HLD/LLD/Run-book/UAT/NIP]
- Task oriented & on time deliverable
- Open to international travel
Certification
- CCNP-R&S
- CCDP
- DC
- Wireless
- SDWAN
- CCNA-R&S
- CCDA
- Security
- CWNP
- CWSP
- Certified Solution Architect
- Professional-AWS
- GCP
- Azure
- ITIL V4
- Prince 2.0
- VMware VCP DCV 5.0
- Cisco Black Belt-ACI
- R&S
- Cat 9K
Achievements Reference Web Pages
- Http://www.bppimt.ac.in/prospective_students.asp
- Http://www.bppimt.ac.in/Alumni.asp
- Https://www.telegraphindia.com/states/west-bengal/spelling-success/cid/1281956
Visa Status
- Singapore, EP
- USA, B1/B2, 02/07/29
Extracurricular Activities
Building electronic gadgets Solving puzzles Playing cricket Web browsing Downloading & testing new software Learning networking tutorials like INE/Cisco Live/IP-expert. Exploring around the world. Drone Cinematography, 8K photography, time laps and hyper-laps videography, non profit social works.
Hobbies and Interests
- Electronics hobbyist
- Learning from Cisco Live seminars
- Travelling
- Astrology photography
- Videography & drone cinematography on 8K HDR
- Video editing
- YouTuber
- Experimental Cooking
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Bengali
Travelled Countries
- Singapore
- UAE (Dubai, Abudhabi, Sarjah)
- USA
- London
- Bahrain
- Nepal
- Bhutan
Personal Information
- Passport Number: XXX
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bengali
Native
Native
Affiliations
2000+ Network devices Firmware updates
Timeline
Sr. Architect DC SRE
IBM India Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
Lead Technology/AVP
Virtusa Singapore Ltd
03.2022 - 12.2022
Principle Network Architect
NTT Singapore Pvt Ltd
06.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Network Consultant
PERSOLKELLY Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 06.2021
B Tech - Electronics And Communications Engineering
B.P Poddar Institute of Management & Technology