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Vinay Kshirsagar

Noida

Summary

Cloud Architect with 14+ years of experience in cloud migration, solution architecture, and pre-sales consulting across global clients. Specialized in Azure, AWS, and Kubernetes, with a proven track record of designing scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud solutions. Hold certifications as a Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect and Certified Kubernetes Administrator, enabling deep expertise in cloud-native and microservices-driven architectures. Currently at Coforge, I contribute to the Cloud Practice, driving new service offerings across FinOps, Security, AI Ops, and Open Source Tooling. From building roadmaps to presenting solutions to clients and internal stakeholders, I bridge business objectives with technical strategies. Skilled in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep), CI/CD with Azure DevOps, and container orchestration with Kubernetes, I focus on delivering innovation, efficiency, and long-term transformation value.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Architect

Coforge
Greater Noida
08.2023 - Current
  • Lead pre-sales solutioning, designing Azure and AWS architectures aligned with the Well-Architected Framework.
  • Create HLDs/LLDs and migration strategies (6Rs), enabling client digital transformations.
  • Developed and presented Cloud Practice service offerings in FinOps, Security, AI Ops, and Open Source tooling.
  • Reduced client cloud spend by 30% annually through FinOps-led optimization.
  • Delivered PoCs for Kubernetes, DevOps, and hybrid-cloud solutions, validating value for enterprise clients and supporting client presentations.
  • Onboarded applications on Kubernetes (AKS/EKS) to modernize workloads, improve scalability, and support cloud-native adoption.

Cloud Architect / Technical Consultant

Rockwell Automation
Noida
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Designed end-to-end Azure solutions with emphasis on scalability, availability, and compliance.
  • Migrated workloads from on-premises to Azure, ensuring performance gains and cost savings.
  • Implemented Terraform and Bicep-based IaC for consistent, automated deployments.
  • Orchestrated CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, accelerating application delivery.
  • Administered and managed Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, optimizing workload orchestration and containerized deployments.
  • Built hybrid connectivity (Azure VNets, VPN, ExpressRoute) integrating on-prem and cloud environments.
  • Established robust security frameworks: Azure AD, NSGs, encryption, and audit compliance.

Technical Consultant

HCL
Noida
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Led migration of 400+ servers from Fujitsu on-premises to Azure.
  • Built DR strategies with stakeholders; remediated vulnerabilities via Azure Security Center and Qualys.
  • Executed cost optimization (LRS/GRS tuning, reserved instances, VM right-sizing), saving 37% yearly costs.
  • Authored SOPs and supported RFP/RFI responses for cloud opportunities.

Technical Services Manager

Fujitsu
Noida
06.2016 - 04.2020
  • Managed projects across VMware, AD, ADFS, AADC, and Windows infrastructure.
  • Acted as escalation SPOC, delivering incident RCA and client communication.
  • Ensured compliance through internal/external audits; authored Defect Prevention Plans.
  • Handled client transitions (e.g., Southern Water – onsite to offshore).

Tech Lead

Cognizant
Bangalore
11.2015 - 06.2016
  • Managed Windows server infrastructure (9000+ servers), patching, firmware, and escalation handling.
  • Migrated workloads and deployed enterprise software projects.

System Administrator

Wipro
Bangalore
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Administered Windows Failover Clusters and patch management for 400+ servers.

System Engineer

IBM
Bangalore
09.2010 - 10.2014
  • Supported VMware ESXi infrastructure and TSM backup/recovery.
  • Performed incident, change, and problem management, along with RCA and vulnerability management.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication

RGTU
India
01.2010

Skills

  • Azure
  • AWS
  • GCP
  • VMware
  • Hybrid Cloud
  • Kubernetes
  • AKS
  • EKS
  • Rancher
  • Docker
  • Terraform
  • Bicep
  • Azure DevOps
  • Jenkins
  • Git
  • Cost optimization
  • Governance
  • Compliance
  • Vulnerability remediation
  • Networking
  • VPC
  • VNets
  • VPN
  • ExpressRoute
  • AD
  • ADFS
  • AADC
  • Pre-sales
  • Solutioning
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Roadmap Creation
  • CSR Engagement

Certification

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Google Cloud Platform Administrator
  • MCSE 2008, MCSA 2012

Timeline

Technical Architect

Coforge
08.2023 - Current

Cloud Architect / Technical Consultant

Rockwell Automation
05.2021 - 08.2023

Technical Consultant

HCL
04.2020 - 04.2021

Technical Services Manager

Fujitsu
06.2016 - 04.2020

Tech Lead

Cognizant
11.2015 - 06.2016

System Administrator

Wipro
10.2014 - 10.2015

System Engineer

IBM
09.2010 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication

RGTU

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