Project Management Cloud Engineer

MOHAMMED SADIQ ULLA

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LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/MohammedSadiqulla VMWARE CLOUD DEVELOPER

VMware Cloud Automation Azure DevOps Infrastructure Management Agile Project Management Cloud ITIL Process Management and Delivery 13+ years of IT experience across various domains in Infrastructure Services - IT Infrastructure and DevOps Management, Cloud Architecture, Process Automation, and Infrastructure Tools Implementation. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Proficient VMware Engineer with DevOps Skill Sets with over 13+ years of experience managing diverse projects and mentoring a Mid-size DevOps team.

• Skilled in utilizing tools such as vRA, Jenkins, Jira, Azure, AWS, and Splunk to streamline processes and enhance project efficiency.

• Demonstrated expertise in cloud technologies and Agile methodologies, ensuring adaptability and responsiveness to evolving project needs.

• Well-versed in CI/CD deployments and IT Service Management (ITSM), facilitating seamless project delivery and operational excellence.

• Recognized for exceptional leadership qualities, effective communication, and a history of successfully driving multi-million- dollar projects to fruition.

• Implemented Business Process Management strategies to promote Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) excellence within the organization.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Project Planning: Efficiently outline tasks, set milestones, and allocate resources to ensure project success.

• Agile Methodology: Well-versed in Agile practices, including Scrum and Kanban.

• Stakeholder Communication: Expertise in fostering open lines of communication with stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.

• Team Management: Strategic leader fostering collaboration, driving results through effective communication, and cultivating team excellence.

• Data Management: Capable of ensuring the accuracy, availability, and security of data across systems.

• Infrastructure Automation: Skilled in automating IT infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management.

• Security and Compliance: Strong understanding of IT security protocols. SKILLS

• VMware Administration: vRA, vNSX, vCenter, ESXi, vCloud Director, vCF

• DevOps Automation: CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, SRE, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Splunk, Jira, Terraform

• ITIL: Service Delivery, Incident Management, Change Management, Problem Management, ServiceNow, ITIL v4.

• Cloud: AWS, Azure, VMware Cloud Automation, Etisalat One Cloud.

• Project Management: Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Jira, Confluence EXPERIENCE TENURE

VMware Cloud Developer

DELL – Zain Kuwait August 2024 - Present

• Design, develop, and implement solutions leveraging VMware cloud technologies, such as VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), VMware Cloud on AWS, VMware Cloud Director, and VMware vRealize Suite.

• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and understand business needs for cloud-based solutions.

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and design cloud architectures, configurations, and automation processes.

• Develop and deploy cloud solutions using VMware cloud technologies, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.

• Integrate VMware cloud technologies with other systems, platforms, and tools, such as infrastructure-as-code frameworks, monitoring systems, and third-party solutions.

• Develop and Manage Automation scripts and develop workflows to streamline cloud deployment and management processes.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud configurations, deployments, and integrations.

• Ensure compliance with industry best practices and security standards in cloud solution design and implementation.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including infrastructure, networking, and security teams, to ensure successful implementation and operation of VMware cloud solutions. Team Lead DevOps

VERINT SYSTEMS Sep 2019 – May 2024

• Spearheaded global projects, ensuring milestone achievement, team oversight, and data-driven strategies.

• Guided DevOps team in implementing secure tools and procedures, integrating advanced automation systems like VMware vRA, Azure, and AWS.

• Managing a robust virtualized infrastructure, facilitating continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) processes.

• Employed Agile methodologies and a diverse toolset including Jenkins, Kubernetes, and Jira for streamlined CI/CD.

• Managed product owners and developers in Agile and Scrum methodologies to maximize time efficiency.

• Cultivated relationships with upper management to drive business strategies and growth opportunities.

• Managing a Powerful team of 22 Engineers, conducting evaluations, fostering talent through mentorship and training, and implementing recognition programs.

• Overseeing hiring and development, integrating new talents while managing budgets for promotions and incentives.

• Monitored program performance, driving improvements through strategic corrective actions. Developed key performance metrics to assess team impact and foster ongoing enhancement.

• Established frameworks for Service Request/Incident and Change Management, promoting service excellence. Cloud Engineer

ETISALAT, UAE Jul 2017 - Aug 2019

• Orchestrated the management of the Etisalat One Cloud infrastructure, spanning across Linux, Windows, and VMware platforms.

• Pioneered the implementation of a highly adaptable cloud infrastructure for a multinational corporation, delivering a remarkable 30% reduction in operational costs.

• Formulated and executed a resilient disaster recovery strategy, featuring meticulous backup and restoration procedures, effectively halving recovery time goals.

• Introduced innovative automated monitoring systems, catalysing initiative-taking approaches to system health and yielding an impressive reduction in incident response times.

• Played a pivotal role in various high-impact projects, encompassing ticketing, configuration management, and overarching IT operations, driving organizational success and efficiency. Technical Specialist

AUTODESK MICROLAND Jun 2016 - May 2017

• Skilfully oversaw a diverse array of projects, spanning from the start of server builds and meticulous decommissions to the creation of innovative new clusters.

• Diligently managed escalations from both L2 and L3 teams, providing swift and effective resolutions to ensure seamless operations.

• Leveraged innovative monitoring tools like SCOM, Big Panda, and Logic Monitor to orchestrate daily operations with precision and finesse.

• Delivered insightful analyses of recurring issues, presenting comprehensive proposals for infrastructure enhancements to both esteemed management and valued clients, fostering a culture of continual improvement and excellence. System Engineer

TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES Sep 2015 - Mar 2016

• Demonstrated expertise in vCenter Server and VUM installations, configurations, and management.

• Created and managed Clusters with HA/DRS features and resource pools, optimizing system performance.

• Efficiently managed host access and worked with DV switches. Operations Engineer

SYMPHONY TELECA Nov 2014 - Jul 2015

• Proficient in orchestrating the installation, configuration, administration, and adept troubleshooting of ESX 4.x, vSphere 5.0, Virtual Centre, and VI Client.

• Demonstrates skilfulness in harnessing the power of VMware vCloud Director 5.x and 1.x, vCloud Connector, and vCenter to ensure seamless operations.

• Displaying expertise in the art of crafting and overseeing virtual machines and templates, alongside orchestrating clusters designed for unrivalled high availability (HA).

Technical Solutions Engineer

HEWLETT PACKARD Aug 2011 - Nov 2014

• Skilfully diagnosed and resolved issues spanning a spectrum of products, including HP Blade Systems, HP Workstations, and HP Servers.

• Garnered experience in troubleshooting Windows Operating Systems, addressing Networking concerns, and managing Virtual machines on vSphere Exsi 5.1 and 5.5.

• Proficiently oversaw Active Directory Services across diverse servers catering to various Enterprise Clients. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Electronics Engineering HKBK College of Engineering, Bengaluru 2011

CERTIFICATIONS

VMware Cloud Automation

VMware Jan’ 2023

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Microsoft Feb’ 2023

Project Management Professional

PMP Scheduled Mar 2024

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