Kiran Bhadran Email & Phone Number

• Over 2+ years of experience as an Azure Cloud Engineer and Site Reliability Engineer, specializing in Azure DSC administration, Azure Cloud resource management, and optimizing cloud environments for performance, reliability, and scalability• Skilled in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates to automate the deployment and management of cloud resources• Specialized in executing end-to-end migration of on-premises infrastructure and applications to Azure, utilizing Azure Migrate and Azure Site Recovery• Enhanced performance using Azure services such as Azure Virtual Machines, App Services, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Functions• Expertise in leveraging Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) `and Azure Container Instances for orchestrating and managing containerized applications, ensuring efficient scaling and deployment.• Proficient in Hybrid Cloud Architectures, integrating on-premises environments with Azure using Azure Arc, Azure Site Recovery, and Azure ExpressRoute for seamless operations• Strong expertise in identity and access management with Azure Active Directory and administration of MS Exchange for secure and efficient user management.• Proficient in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), ensuring efficient deployment and scaling of applications.• Experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines and automating deployments using Azure DevOps, optimizing development workflows, and reducing time to market• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and ARM Templates for automated provisioning, management, and scaling of Azure resources.• Capable of using scripting and automation using PowerShell and Python for developing automation scripts, infrastructure management, and task automation• Adept at managing and maintaining diverse operating environments, including both Linux and Windows, to ensure robust and secure cloud infrastructure operations• Committed to driving cloud adoption and transformation strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and best practices.• Implement and managed secure cloud environments on Microsoft Azure, specializing in network security and identity management to safeguard data and applications• Proven ability to communicate clearly and manage Agile project timelines and dependencies with precision

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  Azure Cloud Engineer

  Softchoice

  Jun 2022 - Present

  • Utilized Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to track Azure resources and application performance, delivering valuable insights into system health and efficiency• Implemented CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments using Azure DevOps, streamlining development workflows and accelerating time to market for new releases• Enhanced monitoring capabilities by integrating Azure Monitor with Azure services such as Azure Security Centre, Azure Automation, and Azure Logic Apps.• Led successful migrations of on-premises applications and databases to Azure, leveraging Azure Virtual Machines, App Services, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Functions to optimize costs• Administered Azure DSC and PowerShell DSC for configuration management, automating infrastructure deployment and ensuring compliance with organizational standards• Deployed and orchestrated containerized applications using Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), ensuring efficient scaling and resource management• Created essential unit test scenarios for Azure applications to ensure high code quality and increase code coverage, contributing to more reliable and maintainable software.• Administered and supported both Linux and Windows environments, ensuring robust and secure operations across diverse cloud and on-premises infrastructure.• Executed end-to-end migration of on-premises applications and databases to Azure, leveraging Azure Migrate and Azure Site Recovery to ensure a seamless transition with minimal data integrity• Managed infrastructure as code using Terraform and ARM Templates for consistent and automated provisioning of Azure resources• Managed source control and versioning using Git in Azure Repos, ensuring code consistency, collaboration, and traceability across multiple development teams