Chinthaka Hettikanda

Chinthaka Hettikanda

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Seasoned IT Professional | Driving Innovation & Efficiency Through Technology | Expertise in Cybersecurity & Digital Transformation | Dedicated to Delivering Results

  • Education

    • ABS

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    • Boadergateway

      2009 - 2010
      CCNA & CCNAP Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications CCNA
    • ANC - NetAssist International

      2006 - 2008
      MCSE, MCSA Information Technology
    • D. S. Senanayake College

      1999 - 2001
      Secondary Education
    • University of Colombo

      2012 - 2014
      Msc in Information Systems Management Information Technology
  • Experience

    • Eastlink Engineering

      Nov 2002 - May 2010

      Enterprise level Networking / Telecommunication & Automation products supplier in Sri Lanka. Provide first and second level site support for all users, dealing with both hardware and software problems. Install, maintain and administer all computer hardware, system software & the LAN / WAN networks & Telecommunication section. Implementing Information Security and Group Policies. Network & systems administration. Implemented and Maintaining Wireless Networks. Technical and configuration support for Cisco routers & switches. Websites maintenance and maintain the E-marketing process with E Flyers & technical guides, along with search engine submissions etc. As Management Representative of ISO Implementation project successfully implemented ISO 9001: 2008 Quality System at East Link Engineering Co. (Pvt.) Ltd Show less

      • Group IT Administrator

        Feb 2004 - May 2010
      • Web Developer

        Nov 2002 - Feb 2004
    • Hotel Clarion

      Apr 2010 - Jun 2017
      IT Manager

      Clarion Hotels, Kelaniya Tourist Hotels (Pvt.) Ltd, 103, Kandy Road, Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka Three Star, Luxury City Hotels & Villa – Kiribathgoda, Katunayake & Pelawatte. Managing the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade and support all of the IT systems, including servers, PCs, operating systems, telephones, software applications and peripherals in the hotels and subsidiaries. Management of security solutions, network hardware, and equipment as well as telecommunications infrastructure. Managing IT policies and procedures & Developing new strategies & managing new technology adoption. Overseeing systems integration of new systems with existing systems in Clarion Hotels & subsidiaries. Overseeing IT resourcing. Vendor, Outsourcer and consultant management. Show less

    • MedSource Healthcare LLC

      Jun 2017 - Sept 2023
      Manager IT

      MedSource is the largest Medical Scribing & Coding company in Sri Lanka with state-of-the-art facility and technology, outstanding quality and US-based customer service. As Manager IT responsible for total IT Environment Colombo and Kandy & Trivandrum, India Including managing ICT Technology, IT compliance & policies, security.As Manager IT responsible for total IT infrastructure/environment in Colombo and Kandy & Trivandrum, India including managing ICT Technology, IT compliance & policies. Implementation & management of network and system infrastructure Colombo & Kandy and Trivandrum, India. Maintain 99% uptime for live Medical Scribing with US hospitals and clinics with EHR. Maintain US HIPPA policy standard IT environment and ITIL service level standards for the IT service level policy implementation. Leading team for diagnosing and troubleshooting network and system-related issues and reporting to the stakeholders. Implementing and maintaining network and system policies & information security. Maintain IT compliance & audits. IT project management. Vendor, Outsourcer and consultant management. Maintain the 24x7 support channel. Show less

    • MAKEEN Energy A/S

      Jul 2023 - now
      IT Manager - IT Back Office Support Center

      MAKEEN Energy is a global, market-leading corporation in the energy industry with a presence in over 140 countries. We are committed to providing responsible energy solutions that make a difference to people and the planet. Our portfolio includes equipment, services and spare parts, customer support, facility management, engineering, and project management for a variety of energy solutions. We take pride in our co-responsibility for our customers’ success and employ and empower approximately 3,600 people across 6 continents. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associates

      Cisco
      Apr 2010
    • MBCS - Professional Member of British Computer Socity

      BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
      Dec 2011
    • ISO 27001:2022-Compliant Cybersecurity

      Project Management Institute
      Jan 2024
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    • MCSA - Micosoft Certified System Administrator

      Microsoft
      Jan 2008
    • Msc in Insormation Systems Management

      University of Colombo
      Jun 2014
    • Internal Auditor Training Course on Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015)

      Bureau Veritas Group
      Apr 2024
    • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

      ISC2
      Mar 2024
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    • OPSWAT Introduction to Critical Infrastructure Protection (ICIP)

      OPSWAT
      Mar 2023
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    • MCP - Microsoft Certified Professional

      Microsoft
      Oct 2006
    • ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Associate

      SkillFront
      Feb 2021
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    • Certified Network Security Specialist.

      ICSI (International CyberSecurity Institute), UK
      May 2020
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    • MCSE - Micosoft Certified System Engineer

      Microsoft
      Jun 2008
    • Post Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Management

      University of Colombo
      Jan 2013
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Chinthaka Hettikanda
      Outstanding Support Services of the Year 2011 Hotel Clarion Nov 2012