Rajaguru Seetharaman
Chennai
Summary
Experienced IT Admin and DevOps Pro proficient in AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECR, EKS), CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab), IaC (Pulumi, Terraform), containers (Docker, Kubernetes), and monitoring (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK). Skilled in multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), version control (GitHub, Bitbucket), and databases (PostgreSQL, Cassandra, Neo4J). Efficient in Windows/Linux admin, Microsoft 365, and Kafka. Problem-solving expert, excelling in mission-critical project optimization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Admin Cum DevOps Engineer
Tisteps Private Limited
07.2021 - Current
- Manage end-user accounts and permissions across multiple platforms including Microsoft Azure/Office 365, AWS, Oracle, GCP, JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, and G-Suite for both Windows and Mac users.
- Construct and maintain AWS infrastructure utilizing services such as VPC, S3, ECS, EC2, Lambda, CloudFront, SES, Route53, EKS, IAM, and RDS, from inception.
- Automate cloud resource deployment through Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using Pulumi and Terraform, integrating software like ZooKeeper, Kafka, Redis, PostgreSQL, and others.
- Develop and manage automated CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitHub Actions to facilitate end-to-end deployments.
- Implement Docker containers to embrace a microservices architecture, enhancing developer workflow, scalability, and deployment speed.
- Utilize Ansible for automating repetitive tasks and ensuring consistency across deployments.
- Monitor network performance using CloudWatch and craft custom dashboards for actionable insights.
- Collaborate closely with development teams to deploy scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS.
- Reduce AWS billing costs by 50% monthly through optimization strategies including server consolidation and database management.
- Oversee inventory management, patching, endpoint security, incident handling, and service requests using tools like Desktop Central (ZOHO), SOPHOS, and Jira, ensuring operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Freelancer- System Admin
Packers International
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Infrastructure Management: Design, deploy, and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems, customized to client specifications.
- User Account Administration: Create, modify, and remove user accounts across platforms, managing access permissions and ensuring adherence to security protocols.
- System Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimization strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability.
- Security Implementation: Implement robust security measures, conduct audits, and manage vulnerabilities to protect against cyber threats and data breaches.
- Client Communication and Support: Interact with clients to understand needs, provide technical support, and maintain strong relationships through effective communication and professionalism.
Admin Manager
Skylark Information Technology
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Team Leadership: Supervise and lead administrative staff, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure effective performance and goal attainment.
- Facilities Management: Oversee office facilities, including maintenance, supplies, and space utilization, to create a conducive and efficient work environment.
- Policy Implementation: Develop and implement administrative policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards to support organizational objectives.
- Budget and Resource Management: Manage administrative budgets, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and oversee procurement activities to ensure cost-effective solutions and efficient resource allocation.
System Administrator
Shan Infotainment Pvt Ltd
03.2016 - 02.2020
- Infrastructure Management: Design, deploy, and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems, customized to client specifications.
- User Account Administration: Create, modify, and remove user accounts across platforms, managing access permissions and ensuring adherence to security protocols.
- System Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimization strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability.
- Security Implementation: Implement robust security measures, conduct audits, and manage vulnerabilities to protect against cyber threats and data breaches.
- Client Communication and Support: Interact with clients to understand their needs, provide technical support, and maintain strong relationships through effective communication and professionalism.
System Engineer
Maverick Fitness Studio Pvt Ltd
07.2012 - 02.2016
- Desktop and Server Troubleshooting: Provide technical support for desktops, laptops, servers, and peripherals, diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- System Maintenance and Updates: Perform routine maintenance tasks such as system updates, patches, and software installations to ensure optimal performance and security of desktops and servers.
- User Support and Training: Assist users with technical inquiries, software applications, and hardware configurations, offering guidance and training to enhance their productivity and proficiency.
- Hardware and Software Installation: Install, configure, and upgrade hardware components and software applications on desktops and servers, following best practices and vendor guidelines.
- Network Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot network connectivity issues, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks, to ensure seamless communication and access to resources for users.
- Backup and Recovery Management: Implement backup solutions and disaster recovery plans for desktops and servers, regularly testing and verifying backups to safeguard critical data and minimize data loss in the event of system failures.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of support activities, including troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and hardware/software inventories, and generate reports as needed to track system performance and support trends.
Education
B Tech - Information Technology
Jaya Group of Sakthi Engineering College
Chennai05.2013
Skills
AWS Services: EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECR, EKS, VPC, VPN, IAM, SES, Billing & Cost management
CI/CD: Jenkins, Gitlab
IaC :Pulumi, Terraform
Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, Docker Swam, EKS, ECS
Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK
Version Control: GitHub, Bitbucket
Ticketing Tool: JIRA, Notion
Administration: Windows, Linux, Ubuntu, Microsoft 365
Cloud: AWS, Azure, GCP
Coding: Shell Scripting, Golang, Python Basics
Database: Postgresql, Cassandra, Neo4J, Redis
Messaging Tool: Kafka
Languages
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Declaration
I hereby declare that all the above furnished details are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Place : Chennai
Date : 14th May 2024
Rajaguru Seetharaman
Timeline
IT Admin Cum DevOps Engineer
Tisteps Private Limited
07.2021 - Current
Freelancer- System Admin
Packers International
03.2021 - 06.2021
Admin Manager
Skylark Information Technology
03.2020 - 02.2021
System Administrator
Shan Infotainment Pvt Ltd
03.2016 - 02.2020
System Engineer
Maverick Fitness Studio Pvt Ltd
07.2012 - 02.2016
B Tech - Information Technology
Jaya Group of Sakthi Engineering College
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