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Yusaf Tailor

IT Operational Manager | DevOps Engineer | Linux Administrator
Surat,Gujarat

Summary

Seasoned and versatile IT Operations Leader & DevOps Engineer with over 19 years of experience in designing, managing, and optimizing scalable and secure IT infrastructures. Proven expertise in Linux system administration, DevOps pipelines, Oracle DBA, Cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), SAP Basis, and Cyber security. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring talent, resolving critical issues, and driving operational excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
16
16
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

IT Operation Manager - DevOps Engineer

KSS Syntex Private Limited
Surat
07.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw a large-scale Linux server environment, including Centos and Red Hat systems, ensuring high security and optimal performance.
  • Led cross-functional teams in implementing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitLab CI for streamlined deployments.
  • Orchestrated containerization with Docker and Kubernetes, resulting in improved application scalability and resource utilization.
  • Collaborated with Cyber security teams to strengthen infrastructure security.
  • Mentored and coached junior team members in Linux administration, DevOps principles, and Cyber security best practices, fostering skill development within the team.
  • Established monitoring using Prometheus, Grafana and the ELK stack for proactive issue resolution.
  • Implement, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, web hook Pipelines.
  • Apply DevSecOps practices, integrating security scanning tools like SonarQube, Fortify, Snyk into Linux-based deployment pipelines.
  • Implemented Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible and Terraform, automating system provisioning and ensuring consistency.
  • Developed bash, Python, and shell scripts to automate administrative tasks across hybrid environments.
  • Managed ERP environment; ensured uptime and performance for core ERP modules.
  • Directed disaster recovery planning and execution, minimizing downtime during critical incidents and ensuring business continuity.
  • Conducted comprehensive security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans, identifying and remedying security risks.
  • Monitored network traffic and security logs, investigated security incidents, and conducted incident response activities.

DevOps Engineer

A.M.R Tex Industries Private Limited
Surat
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Automated the deployment of cloud servers using Docker and Kubernetes on AWS, streamlining provisioning and ensuring scalability.
  • Maintained Git version control and orchestrated Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices for efficient and reliable code deployments.
  • Focused on optimizing infrastructure configurations, resulting in substantial yearly cost savings for the organization.
  • Identified and resolved issues in both testing and production environments, minimizing disruptions and ensuring system stability.
  • Work closely with developers to create development and staging environments using Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
  • Managed cloud configurations across multiple platforms with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Creating EC2 Instances and configuring all web Services like EC2, S3 bucket, ELB, IAM through AWS Console.
  • Actively identified and troubles hooted problems in testing and production environments.
  • Build and monitor Linux server infrastructure with Zabbix, Nagios, for performance and uptime.
  • Generated solutions and bug report as needed to ensure timely issue resolution and maintain system integrity.
  • Managed multiple projects, demonstrating the ability to coordinate tasks and deliver results effectively.

SR Linux Administrator With DBA

Sahiba Limited
Surat
01.2011 - 10.2022
  • Installed, configured, and supported various Linux distributions, ensuring stable and secure system operation.
  • Worked extensively with AWS, Azure, and GCP platforms, emphasizing scalability and fault tolerance to optimize cloud infrastructure.
  • Implemented SSL certificate management, DNS updates, firewall configurations, and VPN setups for secure Linux systems.
  • Led incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for Linux infrastructure failures.
  • Successfully troubleshoot production issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining system reliability.
  • Managed Oracle database administration, with a focus on backup, recovery, and performance tuning to ensure data integrity and optimal performance.
  • Oversaw SAP landscapes to guarantee optimal performance and smooth operations within the SAP environment.
  • Troubleshoot Linux OS-level issues related to networking (DNS, DHCP, IP tables, firewalls) and kernel performance tuning.
  • Set up automated backup solutions and disaster recovery planning for Linux servers and databases.
  • Managed ERP environment; ensured uptime and performance for core ERP modules.
  • Coordinated with vendors and software partners; resolved cross-team operational bottlenecks.
  • Maintain secure SSH access, VPN configurations, firewall rules, and intrusion detection/prevention systems on Linux servers.
  • Managed Office 365 and Google Workspace services including email security, licensing, and user administration.
  • Oversaw SSL certificate management, domain registration, and DNS management for multiple corporate domains.
  • Conducted disaster recovery drills and backup automation using AWS Backup and custom scripting tools.
  • Led cloud security initiatives - managing IAM roles, configuring SSL certificates, WAF protections, and cloud firewall setups.
  • Manage Apache, Jboss, and Tomcat, web servers, database servers (MySQL, Oracle), and file servers on Linux environments.
  • Collaborated with software engineering teams to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable Linux and containerized environments.
  • Managed virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper-V), ensuring optimal resource utilization and performance.
  • Led vendor management initiatives, negotiating contracts and establishing service-level agreements (SLAs) to ensure reliable service delivery.

System Administrator (Freelance Work)

Computer Care
Surat
07.2006 - 09.2010
  • Developed technology infrastructure aligned to organizational, technical and commercial requirements
  • Planned business continuity/ disaster recovery, developed, Operations, IT Security, IT Services & help desk and mission critical applications
  • Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
  • Established effective communication channels between IT support staff and end-users, leading to improved issue resolution times overall.

System Engineer & Network Administrator

Digitek Computer
Surat
11.2002 - 06.2006
  • Administered network like Computer Peripheral, Windows, Linux OS, LAN/ wireless IN WAN, firewall security, Infrastructure of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, WINS, TCP/IP FTP, Remote Administration
  • Completed software updates and assessed security patches for optimized computer use.

Education

Post-Graduate Advanced Executive Program - Cyber security

IIIT Bangalore
Bangalore
04.2025 - 11.2025

Bachelor of Commence - Financial Accounting

Vinayanka Mission University
Tamil Nadu
02.2008 - 02.2011

Skills

  • IT Operations Management

GitLab

  • Scalability & High-Availability Architectures

  • Automation & Troubleshooting

  • Infrastructure Configurations

  • CI/CD Pipeline Automation

  • Network Administration

  • Database Security

  • Backup and Recovery Strategies

  • Configuration Management

  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

  • Firewall Management

  • Performance Tuning

  • Security Policy Development

  • Database Performance Tuning

  • Linux System Administration

  • Disaster Recovery Planning

Certification

Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) Cognixia

Internships And Assignments

  • Nation Payment Corporation of INDIA (NPCI), Cyber security Virtual Internship, 08/01/23
  • Cheerful Heart Foundation, AIESEC University Ghana, Cyber Security Teaching and Server Handling, 10/01/10, 12/31/10
  • Surat Linux Users Group (SLUG), Organizer and Administrator (Part Time), 06/01/06, 06/30/07

Microsoft Certifications

  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
  • Microsoft Certified Exchange Server (MCSA)
  • Microsoft Certified Server Engineer (MCSE)
  • Microsoft Certified Server Associate
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Launching Seminar Participant

Others

  • Canada India Institute-Industry Linkage Project Gandhi College, Surat
  • Computer Operator Cum Programming Assistant I.T.I Technical, Surat
  • Red Hat EX-200 System Administrator LinkedIn
  • SAP Basis Administration Training Henry Harvin, Delhi
  • Virtual Tech Days Participant IIHT
  • National Payment Corporation India Government of India

Timeline

Post-Graduate Advanced Executive Program - Cyber security

IIIT Bangalore
04.2025 - 11.2025

IT Operation Manager - DevOps Engineer

KSS Syntex Private Limited
07.2023 - Current

DevOps Engineer

A.M.R Tex Industries Private Limited
11.2022 - 06.2023

SR Linux Administrator With DBA

Sahiba Limited
01.2011 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Commence - Financial Accounting

Vinayanka Mission University
02.2008 - 02.2011

System Administrator (Freelance Work)

Computer Care
07.2006 - 09.2010

System Engineer & Network Administrator

Digitek Computer
11.2002 - 06.2006

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