Srikanth Karri
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic Cloud and Mainframe Modernization Consultant with over 15 years of expertise in legacy application modernization, mainframe migration, and cloud transformation. Proficient in rehosting, refactoring, and re-architecting mainframe applications using Micro Focus (now Rocket Software), AWS Blu Age, and GCP/AWS cloud platforms. Demonstrated success in application discovery, dependency analysis, automated code transformation, and rehosting to Micro Focus Enterprise Server, delivering innovative hybrid mainframe-cloud solutions across the healthcare, insurance, telecom, and finance sectors. Results-driven professional committed to driving efficiency and innovation through strategic modernization initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cloud Mainframe Modernization Consultant
TCS
Hyderabad, India
08.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded modernization initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within insurance company.
- Executed migration of mainframe applications to AWS Cloud, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive application assessments and orchestrated migration planning and rehosting processes leveraging Micro Focus and AWS Blu Age technologies.
- Redesigned assembler modules as COBOL programs, improving maintainability and performance of software applications.
- Developed and implemented user authentication and role-based access controls in Micro Focus Enterprise Server to align with RACF-like security measures during modernization efforts.
- Implemented automated refactoring and packaging workflows to transform COBOL artifacts into Micro Focus deployable units.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of IDMS/COBOL/DB2/CICS logic using GenAI (Anthropic Claude) to produce detailed business rule documentation essential for mainframe modernization projects.
- Created comprehensive fallback strategies and runbooks, validating post-cutover operational readiness to enhance production stability during migration.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Developed strategic consulting frameworks tailored to client needs, driving project success and alignment with business goals.
- Designed and implemented job scheduling processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Executed development projects utilizing Micro Focus COBOL to enhance software functionality.
Mainframe Modernization Specialist
IBM
Bengaluru, India
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Led a five-member team to enhance and support mainframe application functionality, ensuring alignment with telecom industry standards.
- Designed and implemented mainframe solutions to enhance operational efficiency for healthcare client.
- Conducted static and dynamic analysis through IBM Addi and Application Analyzer to generate detailed dependency maps and modernization roadmaps.
Mainframe Modernization Engineer
UST Global
Trivandrum, India
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to modernize credit risk system for improved efficiency.
- Developed and modified mainframe programs to ensure effective communication with APIs based on extracted business rules.
- Built automated test harnesses for transformed artifacts and coordinated batch schedule migrations to cloud-based schedulers.
- Collaborated with QA and business SMEs to validate data integrity and transaction consistency post-migration.
Senior Mainframe Engineer
Tech Mahindra
Visakhapatnam, India
05.2015 - 11.2019
- Implemented innovative solutions in modernization efforts for healthcare client, focusing on technology integration and process optimization.
- Led initiatives for mainframe enhancements to improve operational efficiency and support business objectives.
- Conducted comprehensive development tasks utilizing IDMS, ADSO, COBOL, and JCL to support application performance.
- Assisted in planning development work for project deliverables. Supported client communication through calls. Helped identify areas for improvement in processes. Aided in managing resources effectively.
IDMS SME
Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTS)
Kolkata, India
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Provided expertise in IDMS to facilitate seamless technical migration for insurance client.
- Achieved seamless operation of IDMS, ADSO, DB2, and CICS systems through proactive management and support. Enhanced system performance by implementing best practices and troubleshooting effectively. Contributed to improved data processing outcomes through collaborative efforts.
- Analyzed and transformed legacy IDMS/ADSO modules into DB2/CICS formats, enhancing operational efficiency through automation.
Mainframe Developer
Tech Mahindra
Visakhapatnam, India
03.2010 - 09.2014
- Specialized in mainframe development, leveraging expertise in COBOL, VSAM, IDMS, ADSO, and JCL for effective software solutions.
- Coordinated maintenance support activities, addressing technical issues and optimizing equipment performance.
- Designed and developed robust COBOL programs, resulting in improved operational productivity.
Education
B.Tech - Electronics & Communication
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Hyderabad, India05-2008
Skills
- Proficient in COBOL development
- Microfocus Cobol
- JCL
- VSAM
- CICS
- DB2
- IDMS
- Ads/O
- Assembler
- Experience with Micro Focus Enterprise Suite
- Enterprise Analyzer
- Enterprise Server
- Enterprise Developer
- Visual COBOL
- AWS Blu Age expertise
- Stonebranch
- IBM ADDI
- AWS BluAge Insights
- Automated rehosting
- COBOL-to-Java conversion workflows
- API enablement
- API Connect
- IBM MQ
- File-AID
- Easytrieve
- Unit testing
- Integration testing
- Automated regression suites
Certification
- AWS Certified AI Practitioner
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- AWS Blu Age Mobilize Readiness (L2)
- Enterprise Analyzer Core Business Systems Analyst (MFCP)
- Enterprise Server Deployment Administrator (MFCP)
- GitHub Foundations
- GitHub Copilot
- IBM Certified Technical Advocate – Cloud v3
- AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- AI-900 Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals
Technical Skills
COBOL, Microfocus Cobol, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2, IDMS, Ads/O, Assembler, Micro Focus Enterprise Suite(Enterprise Analyzer, Enterprise Server, Enterprise Developer, Visual COBOL), AWS Blu Age, Stonebranch, Microfocus Enterprise Analyzer, IBM ADDI (Application Discovery & Delivery Intelligence), AWS BluAge Insights, Automated rehosting to Micro Focus, COBOL-to-Java conversion workflows, DB2, VSAM, IDMS, API enablement (API Connect), IBM MQ, File-AID, Easytrieve, Unit/Integration testing of modernized artifacts, automated regression suites, AWS, GCP, Micro Focus runtime on Linux/Cloud, Assessment, SOW creation, TCO analysis, cutover planning, runbook creation, stakeholder management, Applied enterprise security measures—encrypted datasets, managed runtime keys, enforced secure rehosting/cutover protocols for Micro Focus Enterprise Server deployments
Timeline
Cloud Mainframe Modernization Consultant
TCS
08.2022 - Current
Mainframe Modernization Specialist
IBM
08.2020 - 08.2022
Mainframe Modernization Engineer
UST Global
12.2019 - 07.2020
Senior Mainframe Engineer
Tech Mahindra
05.2015 - 11.2019
IDMS SME
Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTS)
09.2014 - 04.2015
Mainframe Developer
Tech Mahindra
03.2010 - 09.2014
B.Tech - Electronics & Communication
Jawaharlal Nehru University