LEELA HANUMATH KALIPRASAD LANKA
Singapore
Summary
Dynamic IT professional with 16+ years of experience managing diverse operating systems, including Linux, AIX, and Solaris, with deep expertise in Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and automation using Ansible. Proven track record of leading complex projects and driving seamless transitions in cloud environments, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability. Committed to excellence, continuous learning, and delivering high-impact results in dynamic and evolving technology landscapes. Ready to bring technical depth and leadership to a new, challenging role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AVP – SME IAAS(Infrastructure as a Service)
BNP Paribas
08.2021 - Current
- Managing Linux/Unix systems on Physical and virtual infra(private cloud) as subject matter expert.
- Optimize low latency configurations for trading systems, enhancing performance.
- Automating the regular BAU activities by using Ansible.
- Managing Kubernetes infrastructure and working closely with Dev teams.
- Troubleshoot and fix the issues with IAC.
- Review the first level of derogation's and architecture for different projects along with Architecture team.
- Managed different critical projects for the applications like EMX/TMX and Atlas2 efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Improved Infrastructure monitoring by setting up custom scripts wherever it is needed.
- Collaborate with senior management for strategic budget forecasting.
- Mentoring L1/L2 team members.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments, facilitating better collaboration on projects across the organization.
- Vendor management for Software and Hardware procurement.
IT Consultant
Recruit Express (Deployed to BNP Paribas)
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed migration of AIX to Linux across cross-campus clusters.
- Led project coordination using agile methodologies to ensure timely completion.
- Oversaw server procurement and developed vendor relationships for optimal service delivery.
- Created and maintained technical documentation and disaster recovery plans.
- Designed the infrastructure which has capability to restore everything from scratch in case of cyber attack.
System admin
ITCAN (Deployed to NCS)
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed major project for platform migration for Agency servers to AWS cloud.
- Working on various AWS infra components EC2,S3,VPC, IAM etc to setup the cloud environment.
- Executed migration of Solaris LDOMS between physical servers.
- Installed and configured WebLogic on Solaris, deploying applications as requested.
- Established and maintained Oracle Solaris and RHEL repositories, performing patch updates.
- Configured VCS and Solaris cluster server to enhance system reliability.
Senior System Admin
Nityo Infotech( Deployed to BNP Paribas)
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Building new servers and install & configure cluster software and deliver to projects within agreed timelines.
- Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
- Made recommendations regarding information technology infrastructure.
- Collaborated with clients from concept through final delivery of product or service.
- Participated in on call support rotation.
- Plan, co-ordinate and executing DR tests and automated the tasks with ansible playbooks.
Unix system Admin
Collabera and PAN ASIA ( Deployed to CACIB)
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Contributed ideas and suggestions in meetings with Project management and application teams and delivered updates on deadlines, designs and enhancements for infrastructure migration project.
- Performed V2V migrations from SAN based Hyper-V clusters to HP Synergy based Hyper-V clusters.
- Planned and migrated Physical to virtual server migration(P2V).
- Worked with SAN team to resolve performance problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
Technical Specialist
AT&T
05.2015 - 02.2016
- Managed commissioning and decommissioning Unix & Windows OS servers.
- Lead the shift with 10 members with cross OS platforms.
- Diagnosed and troubleshoot UNIX and Windows processing problems and applied solutions to increase company efficiency.
- Recommended architectural improvements, design solutions and integration solutions.
- Provided exceptional customer support, resolving complex technical issues with effective communication skills.
System Analyst II
Bank of America
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Provided support on AIX and Linux system operation and troubleshooting.
- Organized system infrastructure documentation and operating procedures, strengthening controls and enhancing overall performance.
- Assessed, defined and document scope of projects.
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation and user support for platform transitions.
Operations Lead
Tech Mahindra
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Recruited and onboarded new employees for new project and lead the shift with 10 members.
- Handled major P1/P2 incidents and workload.
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of cross platform technologies.
- Reduced the number of incidents by working proactively.
Member Technical
Broadridge Financial Solutions Pvt Ltd
03.2011 - 09.2013
- Part of off shore team providing datacenter support and remote support for Broadridge servers.
- Performed AIX tech refresh and TL/ML upgrades.
- Supported various Unix (AIX, Linux, Solaris )and Veritas NetBackup.
Customer Service Representative
IBM India PVT Ltd
07.2008 - 02.2011
- Supporting AstraZeneca (pharmaceutical company) servers with different OS AIX, Solaris and Linux.
- Built LPAR's and performed AIX installations by using NIM.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Sikkim Manipal University
India11.2011
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
AG College of Engineering And Technology
India05.2008
Skills
- Ansible
- AWS
- Kubernetes
- Terraform
- Linux (Red hat, Centos, Ubuntu)
- Git/bitbucket
- Solaris
- AIX
- Veritas Cluster
- Opensvc Cluster
- KVM
- Centrify
- Veritas NetBackup
- VMware
- Shell scripting
Certification
- Red Hat Certified System Admin (RHEL 9)
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHEL 9)
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Oracle certified Solaris 10 System Admin
- IBM AIX 5.3 System P Administrator
LINKS
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/leelahkaliprasad/
Timeline
AVP – SME IAAS(Infrastructure as a Service)
BNP Paribas
08.2021 - Current
IT Consultant
Recruit Express (Deployed to BNP Paribas)
03.2020 - 07.2021
System admin
ITCAN (Deployed to NCS)
09.2019 - 03.2020
Senior System Admin
Nityo Infotech( Deployed to BNP Paribas)
12.2018 - 09.2019
Unix system Admin
Collabera and PAN ASIA ( Deployed to CACIB)
02.2016 - 12.2018
Technical Specialist
AT&T
05.2015 - 02.2016
System Analyst II
Bank of America
09.2014 - 04.2015
Operations Lead
Tech Mahindra
10.2013 - 09.2014
Member Technical
Broadridge Financial Solutions Pvt Ltd
03.2011 - 09.2013
Customer Service Representative
IBM India PVT Ltd
07.2008 - 02.2011
MBA - Project Management
Sikkim Manipal University
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
AG College of Engineering And Technology
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