VIJAY NAIK

Infrastructure Management & Troubleshooting:

• Managed and maintained Linux-based environments for cloud-hosted applications.
• Logged into Azure, AWS, and GCP VMs to troubleshoot issues using shell scripts and system diagnostic tools.
• Performed service testing, VM health checks, LVM validation, and mount point configurations to ensure system stability.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Configuration Management:

• Automated VM provisioning across Azure, AWS, and GCP using Terraform.
• Configured and managed application deployments using Ansible.
• Automated routine administrative tasks and job orchestration with Concord.

Load Balancer Testing & Monitoring:

• Conducted ECV (Endpoint Connectivity Verification) testing to validate load balancer performance and optimize traffic distribution.

Cloud Application Orchestration & Deployment (Walmart):

• Managed application deployment using OneOps and WCNP (Walmart Cloud Native Platform).
• Automated deployment and hosting of application stacks (Tomcat, Apache, Kafka, Zookeeper, MySQL, Docker, etc.) on Azure and OpenStack via APIs.
• Ensured real-time tracking of deployment statuses and executed proactive troubleshooting.

Scripting & Automation:

• Developed Python and Bash scripts to automate API creation, infrastructure management, and system monitoring.
• Troubleshot certificate, keystore, and truststore-related issues, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
• Reduced system downtime by implementing proactive monitoring and automated issue resolution.
• Investigated and resolved incident reports, scheduled system updates, and developed permanent fixes.
• Built a Flask-based webhook handler to process Alert Manager notifications and trigger automated actions.
• Created custom JSON.NET libraries to monitor Kubernetes, OpenStack VMs, and bare-metal servers.
• Developed Prometheus exporters using Python to collect and analyze system performance metrics.
• Automated stale IP removal from applications using shell scripts.
• Designed and implemented API-driven data analysis tools to assess organizational health (ORG/ASSEMBLY/PLATFORM) across multiple environments.

• Designed, built, and maintained automated build and CI/CD environments for Windows and Linux OS, both on-premises and cloud-based platforms.
• GitHub for source code management.
• Automated, managed, and released infrastructure as code (IaC) for cloud instance deployments using Terraform.
• Ansible inventories for automating configuration . Developed and deployed automation scripts using Ansible and Playbooks.
• Jenkins for builds as part of the Continuous Integration (CI) process.
• Developed expertise in Docker and Kubernetes PODs for application orchestration.
• Deployed Java applications on Apache Tomcat Servers and Nginx.
• Used Shell and YAML scripts to automate the task
• Performed and deployed builds for various environments, including QA, Dev, and Production.
• Configured and monitored distributed and multi-platform servers using Grafana.
• Designed and implemented Cloud Orchestration Solutions for Google Compute Engine, Microsoft Azure, and AWS EC2.
• On-premises to Azure cloud migration using Azure Migrate Integration Tool, including lift-and-shift migration, Azure AD Connect for users and groups.
• Worked with Azure services such as WVD, RBAC, ARM, Resource Groups, VNet, NSG, VPN (Point-to-Site & Site-to-Site), Azure ExpressRoute, Fault Domains, Disaster Recovery (RPO & RTO), RVS, MABS, MARS, Load Balancer, Storage, SAS, Azure CDN, Azure File Sync, ASG, NSG, IAM, and Terraform scripting.
• Managed administration, maintenance, and support of Linux/Windows servers, including commissioning & decommissioning, RFS, Change Management, and ongoing support.
• Performed server patching and upgrades using Shavlik and BigFix.

• Managed and monitored EC2 and Azure VM workloads to ensure optimal resource allocation and performance.
• Maintained Linux and Windows Server Active Directory infrastructure.
• Followed enterprise policies, standards, and position statements for new and existing Active Directory-related technologies.
• Administered NAS storage solutions such as Thecus and Seagate for backup management.
• Managed LAN/WAN networks to ensure stable connectivity.
• Administered antivirus solutions, including Quick Heal Admin Console, Endpoint Security 5.3, and Trend Micro.
• Analyzed equipment performance records to assess repair or replacement needs.
• Performed troubleshooting for server hardware malfunctions and software errors.

• Responsible for providing support to the organization's Windows, Linux, and Active Directory servers.
• Manage infrastructure like network, network security, network storage, asset management, and antivirus server.
• Managing domain users, ID creation, roaming profile, OU, maintaining ADS.
• Creations of AD accounts and managing roles for desired users or groups.
• Configuration of Domain Naming Server (DNS) and Dynamic Host.
• Implemented and managed VPNs, enabling secure remote access for employees.
• Conducted regular audits of the IT infrastructure components to identify any security vulnerabilities.
• Trained junior staff members on best practices related to system administration tasks.
• Installed, configured, and updated software and hardware components, ensuring system integrity and compatibility.
• Collaborated with other team members to develop new system architectures to meet changing business requirements.

• Diagnosed and resolved complex technical issues to ensure optimal system functionality.
• Maintained audit trail and statistical records of problems and conditions reported by client.
• Coordinated with vendors and external support teams to resolve third-party software issues.
• Configured, maintained, and monitored computer systems for optimal performance.

• Web site development using open-source tools, Drupal and WordPress.
• Manage the control panel of web hosting.
• Managed content updates on websites with WordPress or Drupal.
• Documented code and system architectures to support maintenance and future development efforts.
• Collaborated with UX/UI designers to translate visual concepts into functional web applications.