Avinash Jaiswal

Experience

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  HCL Infosystems Ltd.

  Feb 2012 - May 2014

  System Administrator
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  Capgemini

  May 2014 - Nov 2016

  Consultant

  As a seasoned Windows Platform Automation expert at Capgemini, I specialized in delivering robust automation solutions using PowerShell. My role involved crafting efficient scripts to address diverse requirements, streamline processes, and enhance productivity. Additionally, I excelled in application packaging using DSM Heat 7.0 and AdminStudio, leveraging my expertise in PowerShell and batch scripting.I actively collaborated with the L2 Windows Server team, providing valuable insights and troubleshooting assistance. Furthermore, I supported VMware and Active Directory operations, ensuring seamless system management.With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, I drove impactful results in complex IT environments. Show less

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  Hexaware Technologies

  Nov 2016 - Apr 2017

  Dy. Systems Manager (PowerShell SME)

  As a PowerShell Subject Matter Expert (SME), I specialized in automating critical tasks related to Exchange Server, Active Directory, Lync, and Windows Servers. My role involved designing and implementing efficient scripts, streamlining processes, and ensuring seamless system management. I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, providing valuable insights and troubleshooting assistance. Passionate about innovation and committed to excellence, I consistently delivered impactful results in complex IT environments. Show less

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  CME Group

  Apr 2017 - now

  🔹 Collaborated with multiple teams to plan & execute the On Premise to Google Cloud Platform migration🔹 Implemented GitOps for both application deployments and GCP infrastructure using GCP native offerings such as Anthos Configuration Management and Kubernetes Config Controller (KCC)🔹 Managed GCP Kubernetes Config Controller clusters to enable enterprise IAC implementing GitOps principles🔹Designed and developed multiple event-driven solutions using GCP services and Argo Workflows🔹 Developed more than 50 complex Argo Workflow for various requirement. 🔹 Designed and implemented Kubernetes cluster automation/management solution using GitOps practices with Jenkins 🔹 Designed and implemented Cloud Data Fusion from POC to Production Environment🔹 Designed and developed event driven solution in Python to deploy Cloud Data Fusion Namespace, Compute Profile, Connections etc 🔹 Utilized terraform to deploy resources into both the AWS and GCP cloud environments🔹 Leveraged HashiCorp Vault for storage and retrieval of sensitive secrets, passwords, and tokens🔹 Brought GCP Kubernetes services from Proof of Concept to Production (GKE, Anthos, & Config Connector)🔹 Collaborated with multiple teams to plan & execute the On Premise to Google Cloud Platform migration Show less 🔹 Collaborated with multiple teams to plan & execute the On Premise to Google Cloud Platform migration🔹 Implemented GitOps for both application deployments and GCP infrastructure using GCP native offerings such as Anthos Configuration Management and Kubernetes Config Controller (KCC)🔹 Managed GCP Kubernetes Config Controller clusters to enable enterprise IAC implementing GitOps principles🔹 Designed and developed multiple event-driven solutions using GCP services and Argo Workflows🔹 Designed and implemented Kubernetes cluster automation/management solution using GitOps practices with Jenkins 🔹 Deployed and managed Istio as our Service Mesh provider with Dynamic DNS solution which enabled developers to quickly deploy and securely expose application services running on Kubernetes with mTLS enabled by default for service-to-service communication.🔹 Utilized terraform to deploy resources into both the AWS and GCP cloud environments🔹 Leveraged HashiCorp Vault for storage and retrieval of sensitive secrets, passwords, and tokens🔹 Brought GCP Kubernetes services from Proof of Concept to Production (GKE, Anthos, & Config Connector)🔹 Collaborated with multiple teams to plan & execute the On Premise to Google Cloud Platform migration Show less 🔹 Application Ownership and Deployment: As an application owner, I managed multiple applications, including Windows and Kubernetes-based solutions. My responsibilities encompassed installation, upgrades, configuration, and ensuring application stability.🔹 Containerization and Orchestration: I possess hands-on expertise in Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Docker Swarm. My understanding of Kubernetes allowed me to effectively maintain container clusters.🔹 Version Control and Project Management: I’m proficient with Git and BitBucket for source code management. Additionally, I’ve worked with project management and issue tracking tools such as Jira and Remedy.🔹 POCs and Configuration Management: I actively participated in proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives for new implementations and enhancements. Addressing software configuration management challenges during development was a key aspect of my role.🔹 Automation and Deployment: I implemented automated code builds and deployment procedures, resolving dependencies across departments. Ensuring secure and consistent customer environments was a priority.🔹 Collaboration and Improvement: I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, continuously enhancing build and deployment processes. My PowerShell-based tools facilitated application monitoring and maintenance.🔹 Strategic Disaster Recovery and Cloud Implementation: I served as a point of contact for strategic disaster recovery programs and successfully implemented applications on AWS.🔹 Automating provisioning, deployment, and configuration of infrastructure was part of my daily work. 🔹 Created chocolatey packages and converted packages into chef recipes🔹 Decreased DR startup time from 2 hours to 15 minutes by replacing manual tasks with multithreaded processes🔹 Migrated server installations and configurations to Chef Cookbooks🔹 Managed UC4 and the associated infrastructure for centralized automation Show less 🔹 Application Ownership and Deployment: As an application owner, I managed multiple applications, including Windows and Kubernetes-based solutions. My responsibilities encompassed installation, upgrades, configuration, and ensuring application stability.🔹 Containerization and Orchestration: I possess hands-on expertise in Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Docker Swarm. My understanding of Kubernetes allowed me to effectively maintain container clusters.🔹 Version Control and Project Management: I’m proficient with Git and BitBucket for source code management. Additionally, I’ve worked with project management and issue tracking tools such as Jira and Remedy.🔹 POCs and Configuration Management: I actively participated in proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives for new implementations and enhancements. Addressing software configuration management challenges during development was a key aspect of my role.🔹 Automation and Deployment: I implemented automated code builds and deployment procedures, resolving dependencies across departments. Ensuring secure and consistent customer environments was a priority.🔹 Collaboration and Improvement: I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, continuously enhancing build and deployment processes. My PowerShell-based tools facilitated application monitoring and maintenance.🔹 Strategic Disaster Recovery and Cloud Implementation: I served as a point of contact for strategic disaster recovery programs and successfully implemented applications on AWS.🔹 Automating provisioning, deployment, and configuration of infrastructure was part of my daily work. 🔹 Created chocolatey packages and converted packages into chef recipes🔹 Decreased DR startup time from 2 hours to 15 minutes by replacing manual tasks with multithreaded processes🔹 Migrated server installations and configurations to Chef Cookbooks🔹 Managed UC4 and the associated infrastructure for centralized automation Show less

  • Senior Platform Engineer

    Apr 2023 - now

  • Senior System Engineer

    May 2022 - Apr 2023

  • System Engineer III

    May 2020 - Apr 2022

  • System Engineer II

    Apr 2017 - Apr 2020