WARAD R. WAGHMARE
Senior Consultant IT & Networking
Dombivli
Summary
Leverage a renewed perspective and versatile skill set in a dynamic IT services environment, combining creativity with technical acumen. Proven adaptability to new challenges and effective collaboration within diverse teams. Committed to driving innovation and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic problem-solving and a proactive approach. Prepared to contribute to impactful projects that align with organizational goals and foster growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Consultant
Capgemini Technology Services India Ltd.
09.2011 - 05.2020
- Vendor Management
- Asset Management
- Resource Management
- Responsible for Major IT Activities
- Vulnerability Management
- Internal IT Audit
- Initiated maintained and managed vendor relationships
- Coordinated with vendors and resolved issues.
- Reviewed contacted work performed by vendors.
- Provided technical support as needed.
- Responsible for Managing Assets Data
- Responsible for Resource Management
- Excellent in : Record reviews of projects and tracking of actionable.
- Provisioning assistance to the project team in execution of all project activities. Track important aspects of projects - scope, schedule, effort, staff, risks, issues etc.
- Monitor and evaluate project performance to established goals.
- Windows Administration: Installing, configuring and troubleshooting the Windows OS 2003/2008/2012/2016 and Application.
- OS Upgrade from 2008 R2 to Windows 2012/2016
- Installation and Configuration of Active Directory 2003/2008/2012
- Plan and execute Active Directory Domain level upgrades.
- Implemented, Configured and manage the windows security patches periodically through Shavlik tool.
- Monitor Server health check using SCOM
- Active Directory users and groups management in server 2003, 2008 and 2012.
- Manage Group Policy and Monitor Active Directory replication.
- File Server management.
- Assist in management and support of internal (Infoblox) and external DNS (Mark Monitor) systems.
- Assist in management and support of internal DHCP architecture and scoping.
- S/W Deployment using group policy
- Creation/Modification of Group Policies as per requirement.
- User Creation & modification in Active Directory, Checking replication in Domain Controller.
- Recovering any deleted object by using Active Directory Administration centre.
- SOP creation related to AD, DHCP, DNS and Patching
- Taking backup, Scheduling and restoring on Win 2003/2008/2012 servers.
- Creating and managing Users, Groups, OU and Computers in the domain environment.
- FSMO Roles in windows 2008
- Configuring and troubleshooting Active Directory replication issues between the sites
- Daily and monthly reporting for all servers' performance and availability
- AD User ID access management, Shared drive management.
- Create and update technical documentation of operating procedures as needed.
- Serve as a technical expert for Tier 1/2/3 support groups.
- Vulnerability Management: Vulnerability Assessment & Management, Risk Mitigation Strategies, Security Path Management, Vulnerability scans across enterprise systems using Nexpose tool, Identify & remediate high risk vulnerabilities, Worked with different teams (Application, Compliance) to implement secure practices & patch cycles.
- VMware Administration: Experience and knowledge with installing and implementing VMware ESX server (5.x and 6.x), Experience and knowledge with installing VMware virtual vCenter, Setting up V-Motion, HA and DRS etc., Creating Virtual Machine and Templates.
- P2V and V2V conversion.
- Guest OS deployment through Template and cloning.
- Resolving calls within the stipulated SLA through Salesforce ticket system, conversant with ITIL process.
- Adjust Memory and CPU allocation on VM. Increase the size of VMDK file.
- Used VMware vMotion to eliminate application downtime from planned server maintenance by migrating running virtual machines between hosts.
- Unregistered and delete Virtual machines from the vCenter Server inventory or disk, take snapshot of VMs, Revert snapshot etc.
- Creating Resources Pools, alarms that monitors for a condition.
- Migrated VMs across hosts within a HA cluster to perform maintenance tasks on ESXi hosts.
- Responded to server down alerts in a timely manner and brought them up via HP iLO/ Dell DRAC.
- Configuring ESXi Host to use Active directory services, create a custom role in vCenter Server, Assign permission on vCenter server inventory object.
- Responsible for taking backup of Virtual Machines using EMC Avamar backup tool.
- Monitor Virtual Machines and ESX by using SCOM monitoring tool.
Magnamious Systems Pvt. Ltd.
05.2005 - 09.2011
- Managing Windows 2003 Domain, Administration of Exchange 2003 Server.
- Responsible for all the major IT activities.
- Coordinating with the subordinate Engineers.
- Responsible for Managing the Exchange Servers all over India.
- Configuring & troubleshooting of Microsoft Exchange Server 2003.
- Providing technical support.
- Product Details: Microsoft Exchange 2003/2007.
- Implementing & Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003/2007.
- Install & Use the Exchange server Management tools to perform administrative task.
- Managing Exchange Recipients, Managing Mailboxes, Managing Mail-enabled Groups.
- Configuring Recipient Policies & Recipient Update Services.
- Managing Public Folders, Access to Public Folders, Public Folder Replication.
- Configuring OWA/Outlook Anywhere.
- Managing message Routing.
- Planning & Recovering from Disaster.
- Performing Preventive Maintenance.
S2infotech Pvt. Ltd.
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Managing Windows 2003 Domain, Administration of Exchange 2003 Server.
- Handling all major IT activities.
- Implementation of Terminal Server on Windows 2003 Server.
- Responsible for daily backup of servers.
- Assigning & managing permissions for the users in the forest.
- Configuring, Managing & Troubleshooting of Exchange 2003 Server.
- Configuration & troubleshooting of Microsoft Outlook.
- Responsible for continuous & efficient mail flow in the organization.
- Installation & Administration of Symantec Antivirus End Point 11.0.4.
- Managing Symantec Mail Security for Exchange.
- Daily backup of exchange server.
- Managing mail queues.
- Administering the Mailboxes, and Information stores.
System & Exchange Administrator
Galaxy Surfactants Ltd.
08.2005 - 07.2006
- Troubleshooting of Servers as well as network related problems.
- Responsible for all the major IT activities.
- Coordinating with the subordinate Engineers.
- Configuring & troubleshooting of Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Express.
- Providing technical support.
- Migration from Exchange 2007 to Exchange 2010.
- Implementation of BESR 8.5 & Backup Exec 12.5 at HO.
- Deployment of FortiGate 200B.
- Configuring FortiGate to Interface Mode.
- Configuring Firewall Policies.
- Integration of Active Directory with FortiGate.
- Managing Protection Profile.
- Configuring Fort guard filtering.
- Updating Firmware Version.
- Configured IPSEC VPN over 17 Location in India.
- Migration from Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2007.
- SCR Implementation at Remote Site (Pune).
- Implementation of MOSS 2007 at Nariman point.
- Implementation of BESR 8.5 & Backup Exec 12.5 at HO.
- Installation & Deployment of MOSS 2007.
- Creating Sites & Collection, Document Libraries.
- Managing Permissions over the sites.
- Managing Central Administration.
- Configuring various features like Versioning, Check IN/OUT, Alert me.
- Integration with Microsoft Outlook.
- SharePoint database Backups.
- Configuring Backup Exec for Windows 2003/2008 servers.
- Managing & Scheduling of Backup.
- Installing Symantec backup remote agent utility for Exchange, SQL, File server.
- Monitoring & Restore Backups.
Education
B.E - Instrumentation
Mumbai University
Skills
- Vendor Management
- Asset Management
- Resource Management
- Windows Server Management
- Vulnerability Management
- Microsoft Exchange Server Management
- Backup Management
- Proof of Concepts (POC)
- Learning Ability
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Windows
- Active Directory
- DNS
Certification
ITIL Foundation Certification
Interests
Reading
Watching Sports
Playing Sports
Skills Summary
Vendor Management, Asset Management, Resource Management, Implementing and Managing Windows Servers 20016/2012/2008/2003 & AD, Vulnerability Management, Implementing, Monitoring and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2010/2007/2003, Managing Backup Exec for Windows 2012/2008 servers, Conducting Proof of Concepts (POC) for various clients on various technologies, Excellent ability to learn new things, Willing to accept challenging jobs, Excellent attitude towards teamwork
Career Break
2020 - Planned Career Sabbatical
Undertook a planned career sabbatical to address personal commitments and actively contribute to the establishment and growth of my spouse’s interior design enterprise. During this period, I was responsible for managing client relationships, liaising with vendors, and overseeing resource planning to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely delivery of projects.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 23rd March 1982
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Capgemini Technology Services India Ltd.
09.2011 - 05.2020
S2infotech Pvt. Ltd.
08.2006 - 05.2007
System & Exchange Administrator
Galaxy Surfactants Ltd.
08.2005 - 07.2006
Magnamious Systems Pvt. Ltd.
05.2005 - 09.2011
B.E - Instrumentation
Mumbai University