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V. K. NIKHIL's skills align with Programmers (Information and Communication Technology). V. K. also has skills associated with Consultants and Specialists (Information and Communication Technology). V. K. NIKHIL has 22 years of work experience, with 10 years of management experience, including a mid-level position.

Work Experience

Senior Lead

IBM/ Kyndryl

November 2019 - Present

Created Cisco ACI and Network Monitoring dashboards for Kyndryl offerings, collaborating across teams and OEMs in Cloud technologies domain. Architected solutions for network environments across GCP, AWS, Azure, VMware NSX, and Hybrid cloud setups, leveraging expertise in Network design. Designed Tailored Security Solutions within AWS and Azure, emphasizing compliance integration and Analytical skills. Managed VCF environments covering compute, storage, networking, and management aspects, ensuring Production services reliability. Optimized VCF solutions for performance, scalability, and availability in hybrid cloud setups, integrating with Azure and AWS, showcasing expertise in Cloud technologies. Demonstrated expertise in VMware NSX-T for advanced networking and security policies in hybrid cloud architectures, leveraging Network infrastructure knowledge. Proficient in configuring and managing NSX-T networking and security services, including logical routing and firewall, demonstrating strong Troubleshooting of network deployments skills. Possessed extensive knowledge of network virtualization concepts and technologies like overlays and VXLAN, highlighting expertise in Overlay virtual networks. Expertise in network automation using NSX-T APIs, troubleshooting deployments, and resolving network issues, showcasing proficiency in Problem solving. Provided network consultancy services, integrated compliance and data regulatory requirements into solutions, and acted as a technical interface to clients, utilizing Analytical skills. Demonstrated strong collaboration and communication skills, provided technical leadership on key projects, and offered network-specific expertise to engineering and support teams in Networking domain. Managed Go-To-Market strategy from a technical perspective, demonstrated and prototyped Google Cloud product integrations, and recommended migration strategies and enterprise architectures on Google Cloud Platform. Drove the technical strategy of Google Cloud VMware Engine (GCVE), focusing on infrastructure scalability, reliability, and observability, leveraging expertise in Large scale distributed systems and Architecture. Designed innovative solutions to reduce cloud migration time significantly and collaborated with external partners, particularly VMware, showcasing expertise in Launching networking software products. Developed a technical roadmap for Google Cloud VMware Engine to constantly innovate and implement novel systems solutions, emphasizing Software design principles. Led the design, build, and deployment of solutions leveraging Google compute platforms for VMware workloads at large scale, ensuring Running high growth production workloads. Influenced best engineering practices and provided leadership for cloud developer technology within Google and across crossfunctional engineering teams, managing software engineering teams and Testing.

Manager - Service Delivery

Cognizant

November 2017 - October 2019

Efficiently managed delivery of virtualized network environments, providing administration, support, and maintenance for VBlock infrastructure Successfully integrated VMware NSX with VMware vRealize Log Insight, enhancing monitoring and analytics capabilities Responsible for VBlock infrastructure management, administration, support, and security ring fencing Integrated VMware NSX with VMware vRealize Log Insight, developed reports for performance and troubleshooting Managed Cisco UCS hardware, firmware upgrades, and system profiles Participated in developing customer architectural strategies, including technology standardization and virtualization Automated network implementation, configuration, and management, deploying NSX components and expanding transport zones Developed custom blueprints and workflows using NSX, vRA, and vRO to automate and simplify tasks Utilized ServiceNow ticketing system and supported operations and maintenance of VMware virtual infrastructure Performed system administration and management duties for virtual and physical infrastructure across all sites.

Assistant Manager

Vodafone India Services Pvt. Ltd

September 2014 - November 2017

Led planning, deployment, and optimization of enterprise networks for migration to three new sites, involving 900+ users. Maintained Network SLA consistently above 98% for four years, ensuring high availability and reliability. Acted as SPOC for network operations in Pune, managing a team of 16+ resources. Served as SME for deployed network technology, overseeing Technical Management Support. Created high-level and low-level system designs for NFV/SDN- based network transformations and integrations. Spearheaded PoC development for network transformations, driving innovation and efficiency. Validated changes across critical network technologies including firewall, VPN, routing, switching, UC, WLC/Wi-Fi, and IDP/IPS systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. Conducted proactive capacity planning for IT network devices to maintain 24/7 availability, resulting in optimized resource utilization and minimized downtime. Vigilantly managed Availability and Event Management for network operations, ensuring prompt resolution of issues and maintaining uninterrupted service.

Team Specialist

Mphasis. An HP Company

May 2010 - September 2014

Network lead for HP account managing 13 + client sites and 7 Network resources. Planned, deployed, and optimized enterprise networks and VPN. Proactively forecasted capacity and managed technology vendors to implement service improvement plans, ensuring adherence to compliance HP standards.Consistently maintained Network SLAs above 98% throughout the tenure Skillfully orchestrated and managed regular activity calendars and audits, fostering collaboration among IT Operations, InfoSec, BCP teams, and legal departments, ultimately ensuring thorough documentation, gap resolution, and operational efficiency.

Senior Network Administrator

Digital Group Infotech Pvt. Ltd

February 2008 - April 2010

Managed daily operations and designed a 3-tier network security infrastructure, implementing automation and best practices to enhance efficiency and adhere to ITIL and ISO 27001 processes for robust security and compliance. Led a team responsible for administering and supporting mission-critical technologies within LAN & WAN, ensuring audits and internal testing results meet business standards with zero high vulnerabilities, and coordinating change activities for 100% successful implementations while adhering to network policies.

Technician

AFK KHADKI

October 2002 - December 2007

Monitored LAN & WAN infrastructures, maintaining 99% uptime for LAN supporting 1000+ users. Conducted site surveys, facility analysis, and interviewed network management and users. Collaborated with crossfunctional teams to ensure timely completion of complex projects. Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for process improvements and resource optimization. Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, resulting in long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.

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