Srinivas Vankina

• Determined and implemented innovative and industry best practices using modern designs and tools.
• Developed and evaluated solution options to build consensus and drive quality solutions.
• Created process and delivery improvements to reduce build cycle time.
• Led development teams in building system, data, and application-level interfaces and functional relationships.
• Implemented continuous integration and delivery pipelines, accelerating deployment processes and reducing manual efforts.
• Provided SAP support and administration across multiple clients, including Reliance Capital, Lupin, Cipla, and SAP Labs.
• Managed SAP user ID operations, including creation, maintenance, deletion, and license assignment.
• Handled transport requests and utilized shell scripts for sandbox systems.
• Executed role creation and maintenance, including master and derived roles.
• Conducted daily system checks and monitored system health using CCMS and Solution Manager.
• Performed system backup and recovery using BRTOOLS and DB13.
• Collaborated with functional and technical teams to resolve issues.
• Participated in system refresh activities and SAP hardware migration.
• Successfully upgraded Solution Manager from 7.1 to 7.2 using SUM and SWPM.
• Managed SAP Security Administration tasks, including user creation, role assignment, and authorization management.
• Participated in ITGC and SAP audits.
• Implemented Solman Technical System Monitoring and job monitoring.
• SAP HANA Database Administration: Administered and optimized SAP HANA databases, ensuring performance and availability.
• SAP S/4 HANA Administration: Managed S/4 HANA systems, including configuration, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Greenfield and Brownfield Approach: Led implementations using both approaches, ensuring tailored solutions for client requirements.
• Knowledge of SAP HANA on RISE: Engaged in RISE with SAP initiatives, leveraging cloud capabilities for enhanced business processes.

Reliance Capital Ltd - SAP BASIS Consultant - March 2017 - December 2020.

• Administered SAP user lifecycle processes, including user ID creation, maintenance, and deletion.
• Managed transport requests across systems using STMS and optimized sandbox operations through shell scripting.
• Designed and implemented master and derived roles, ensuring compliance with specific requirements.
• Provided critical support for SAP systems on various platforms, including Solaris 11-SPARC/Oracle DB and Windows VM with SAP MAX DB.
• Conducted daily system checks and proactively monitored system health using CCMS and Solution Manager.
• Executed system backups and recovery protocols using BRTOOLS and DB13.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Participated in system refresh activities and contributed to SAP hardware migration.

Lupin Limited - SAP BASIS Consultant - January 2021 - March 2021

• Managed SAP user IDs, including creation, maintenance, and deletion, utilizing Xpandion tool.
• Skilled in transport management and role creation, ensuring alignment with plant-specific requirements.
• Conducted daily system health checks and monitoring using CCMS and Solution Manager.
• Executed system backup and recovery operations, safeguarding data integrity.

Cipla Limited - SAP BASIS Lead - March 2021 - June 2024

• Managed SAP transport requests across systems using STMS and automated processes with shell scripts.
• Provided comprehensive support for SAP systems on Windows/MSSQL DB platform.
• Conducted daily system checks and utilized tools for proactive monitoring.
• Streamlined transport workflows and resolved system issues using SAP monitoring tools.
• Maintained detailed system documentation and adhered to best practices.

SAP Labs India Pvt. Ltd - SAP BASIS Lead - July 2024 - Present

• Currently involved in ECP operations, managing over 1500+ customers.
• Daily administration of systems, including patches, upgrades, reboots, and kernel updates.
• Expertise in solving customer incidents and coordinating with client on-site teams.
• Worked on automation tools such as Pingdom, Jenkins, Zabbix, and Splunk.

• Managed lifecycle of SAP user IDs, ensuring proper creation, maintenance, and deletion.
• Assigned SAP Professional and Limited Professional licenses according to departmental needs.
• Facilitated transport request movements across systems using STMS for seamless workflow transitions.
• Created and replicated Master and Derived roles based on specific plant requirements, ensuring integrity in role assignments.
• Provided critical support for SAP systems on HP-UX/Oracle platforms, including ECC and Solution Manager.
• Conducted daily system health checks and proactive monitoring using CCMS and Solution Manager tools.
• Executed backup and recovery protocols using HP Tape Library, BRTOOLS, and DB13 to ensure data protection.
• Managed SAP Support Package upgrades for ECC and Solman systems using SPAM and SAINT tools.
• Led upgrade of Solution Manager from version 7.1 to 7.2, overseeing mandatory configurations and monitoring setup.
• Oversaw SAP security tasks, including user creation, role assignment, and authorization management.
• Maintained HP-UX operating systems on physical servers and HP VMs, managing XFS filesystems and LUN assignments.
• Coordinated with HP for hardware and software issues, ensuring adherence to SLAs.

• Optimized system performance through regular monitoring, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Conducted comprehensive testing procedures on new implementations prior to deployment, validating functionality while minimizing risk.
• Implemented disaster recovery plans to minimize disruption during unexpected events or failures.
• Performed capacity planning assessments to ensure adequate resources were available for future growth demands.
• Resolved LAN latency issues while managing Cisco switches and routers for network reliability.
• Coordinated warranty replacements and oversaw procurement processes for IT equipment.
• Specialized in Windows server environments and Active Directory management.
• Implemented comprehensive backup and recovery strategies for data protection.
• Provided technical support for Windows-based applications and collaborated with cross-functional teams.
• Managed VMware vSphere ESX/ESXi installation, configuration, and administration.

• Installed, configured, tested and maintained operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
• Improved system efficiency by optimizing hardware and software configurations.
• Managed vendor relationships effectively, negotiating contracts and monitoring service delivery to ensure optimal support conditions were maintained.
• Maintained and troubleshot desktop and server environments for optimal performance.
• Repaired and managed various operating systems to ensure system integrity.
• Addressed LAN latency issues and managed network connectivity via Cisco devices.
• Created and maintained Windows Domain IDs, utilizing group policies for operational efficiency.
• Configured and supported various email clients to enhance communication workflows.
• Administered antivirus consoles and conducted security audits to fortify systems against threats.
• Managed IT equipment procurement, ensuring compliance with service contracts.