Ankit Soni Email & Phone Number

Seasoned IT Manager with over two decades of comprehensive experience in managing and optimizing IT infrastructure, specializing in End User Management, Windows Server and VMware environments. Currently leading a team of professionals at The Clearing Corporation of India Limited, I have a proven track record of successfully overseeing complex IT operations, managing a large user base, and driving substantial cost savings through strategic initiatives.My expertise spans across server virtualization, system administration, and disaster recovery, with hands-on experience in installing, configuring, and maintaining high-performance server environments. I excel in proactive and reactive management of both physical and virtual servers, including ESXi and vCenter, ensuring robust and secure IT operations across multiple geographical locations.I hold multiple certifications including GitLab Certified Associate, MCITP, ITIL v3, and IBM Certified System Administrator, which reflect my deep technical knowledge and commitment to professional growth. Recognized for my leadership skills, I have successfully interviewed, hired, and mentored teams, implemented high-risk changes on production servers, and navigated complex audit and compliance requirements. Adept at managing IT budgets, vendor relationships, and hardware/software procurement, I have delivered significant operational improvements and cost reductions. My accomplishments include reducing storage costs by 35% through VMware vSAN implementation and cutting power bills and hardware costs by 43% with server virtualization. With a strong background in IT policy formulation, network management, and project implementation, I am committed to leveraging technology to drive business efficiency and performance. I am now seeking opportunities to bring my skills and experience to new challenges in dynamic and forward-thinking organization.