Vinayak Surve
Pune,Maharashtra
Summary
Results-driven Senior System Administrator with over 10 years of experience leading and managing Datacenter operations. Proven track record in overseeing system administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting to optimize performance, security, and reliability. Skilled in coordinating system upgrades, migrations, and installations while minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless operations. Strong leadership qualities effectively guide and motivate teams towards achieving organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. System Administrator - Team Lead
Global Advertisement Services Pvt. Ltd.
09.2012 - Current
- Managed and maintained Windows server infrastructure, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Windows-based servers (2008, 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022)
- Utilized AWS and Azure cloud services to design, deploy, and manage hybrid infrastructure
- Installed, configured, and administered VMware vSphere 5.5\6.5\6.7\7
- Expertise in managing Active Directory domains, including DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy management
- Implemented and managed Windows clustering solutions to ensure high availability and fault tolerance for critical business applications
- (Virtual and Physical File Servers, Database Clusters, DFS)
- Managed Windows Server Role services like File Server, WDS, WSUS, Clustering, NPS-Radius, IIS, FTP etc.
- Oversaw file system and storage upgrades while safeguarding data integrity and redundancy.
- Managed Dell Compellent Storage Area Network (SAN)
- Map LUN volumes to physical/virtual servers, maintained Volume Snapshots, Volume Replications, and Volume expansion
- Monitored SAN health status, updated SAN storage dashboards etc
- Deployed security patches on all servers using WSUS and Kaseya patch management tools
- Managed Crowdstrike and Symantec antivirus EDR endpoint security
- Developed robust data backup strategies and executed successful data restoration procedures to ensure business continuity in the event of system failures or disasters
- Led Datacenter migration projects involving hardware relocation
- Responsible for handling ISO compliance audits related to information security management systems (ISMS) while maintaining proper documentation processes throughout the organization
- Developed disaster recovery plans encompassing backup strategies, and off-site replication policies ensuring quick recovery from potential IT disruptions or natural calamities
- Hands-on experience mounting server hardware including rack and blade servers
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contract renewals for hardware procurement service agreements (AMC), optimizing costs while meeting organizational requirements
- Oversaw yearly budget planning process related to Capital Expenditure (Capex) acquisitions as well as Operating Expenditure (Opex) allocations within approved financial limits
- Maintained accurate inventory records of Datacenter equipment including servers, storage devices, and software licenses ensuring optimal asset utilization.
System Engineer
Zensar Technologies Ltd, Pune
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Provided technical support to internal users within stipulated SLA using the Service Desk call logging/monitoring tool
- Conducted daily administration of Microsoft Windows Server 2008/2012, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, Print servers, WSUS servers, WDS Servers, and Service Desk
- Performed installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Operating Systems and Applications
- Identified recurring system problems and conducted root cause analysis for comprehensive troubleshooting solutions
- Managed updates for antivirus software, application patches, and service packs to ensure system security and stability
- Maintained inventory records of all equipment.
Engineer - Customer Services
Accel IT Resources (Aurum Soft Systems Limited)
02.2011 - 06.2011
- Provided Level 1 support to clients
- Configured and troubleshooted hardware and technical problems of computers, laptops, local/network printers, projectors, wireless data cards, etc
- Configured Wi-Fi network and VPN client on laptops
- Maintained inventory records of all equipment.
FMS Engineer
CMS Info Systems Pvt. Ltd.
03.2010 - 12.2010
- Installed, configured, and troubleshoot operating systems and applications
- Set up new PCs, resolved workstation and user issues, and ensured all services were functioning properly
- Upgraded PC hardware and software as needed
- Configured and troubleshoot email clients such as Outlook Express, MS Outlook 2003/2007
- Opened, updated, and closed operational tickets promptly.
Jr. Hardware Engineer
Worldtech Marketing & Computer Services
06.2008 - 03.2010
- Assemble desktops, hardware upgrade
- Provide field support to AMC customer's
- Installation of operating systems and software
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Pune University
Pune05.2009
Jetking Certified Hardware & Networking Professional (JCHNP) -
Jetking
Pune04.2008
Skills
- Cloud Computing - AWS / AZURE
- Windows Server OS Platform
- Active Directory / DNS / DHCP
- Clustering / HA
- VMware Virtualization
- Storage Area Network (SAN)
- Endpoint Security
- Project Management
- Data Backup and Recovery
- Business Continuity
- Disaster recovery
- Performance monitoring
Certification
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate - SAA C03
- Google Workspace Admin (Globe Business)
- Kaseya Administrator (NMI)
- Dell Compellent Storage Center Advanced Administrator
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
Personal Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts, Pune University, 05/2009
- Jetking Certified Hardware & Networking Professional (JCHNP), 04/2008
Timeline
Sr. System Administrator - Team Lead
Global Advertisement Services Pvt. Ltd.
09.2012 - Current
System Engineer
Zensar Technologies Ltd, Pune
06.2011 - 09.2012
Engineer - Customer Services
Accel IT Resources (Aurum Soft Systems Limited)
02.2011 - 06.2011
FMS Engineer
CMS Info Systems Pvt. Ltd.
03.2010 - 12.2010
Jr. Hardware Engineer
Worldtech Marketing & Computer Services
06.2008 - 03.2010
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate - SAA C03
- Google Workspace Admin (Globe Business)
- Kaseya Administrator (NMI)
- Dell Compellent Storage Center Advanced Administrator
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
Bachelor of Arts -
Pune University
Jetking Certified Hardware & Networking Professional (JCHNP) -
Jetking
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