Sunil Kumar Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

As the Director of Platform Architecture specializing in Azure and AWS cloud platforms, I oversee comprehensive architecture and engineering initiatives. My responsibilities include leading automation projects and driving the development of self-service portals using UI Bakery, alongside Terraform reusable modules integrated with Ansible. I also focus on advancing AI and Gen AI initiatives to enhance the platform fabric. Additionally, I orchestrate workflow automation through Flowable and… Show more As the Director of Platform Architecture specializing in Azure and AWS cloud platforms, I oversee comprehensive architecture and engineering initiatives. My responsibilities include leading automation projects and driving the development of self-service portals using UI Bakery, alongside Terraform reusable modules integrated with Ansible. I also focus on advancing AI and Gen AI initiatives to enhance the platform fabric. Additionally, I orchestrate workflow automation through Flowable and ensure robust observability with predictive analysis tools such as Dynatrace, ELK stack, Zabbix, and Bigeye.A critical aspect of my role is designing and architecting a resilient cloud platform fabric with a strong emphasis on cost optimization. This involves devising strategies for cloud migrations, automating fabric deployment processes, and implementing rigorous cloud security measures.In summary, I play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining efficient, secure, and cost-effective cloud environments. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, I continuously drive improvement and innovation to meet the evolving needs of our business. Show less

Banglore

As an Assistant Director , I lead Azure Cloud Solution initiatives for EY clients and oversee a wide range of critical responsibilities. My role involves understanding business requirements and creating tactical and strategic infrastructure solution designs to meet both short- and long-term client needs. I excel in providing business case estimates and crafting Solution proposal documents, tailoring infrastructure and Solution architecture documents specifically for Azure Cloud solutions based… Show more As an Assistant Director , I lead Azure Cloud Solution initiatives for EY clients and oversee a wide range of critical responsibilities. My role involves understanding business requirements and creating tactical and strategic infrastructure solution designs to meet both short- and long-term client needs. I excel in providing business case estimates and crafting Solution proposal documents, tailoring infrastructure and Solution architecture documents specifically for Azure Cloud solutions based on client application requirements.With expertise in diverse cloud environments, including Azure Public Cloud, Hybrid Cloud, AWS Public Cloud, and others, I actively contribute to multiple TAX projects and DR Solutions. Ensuring alignment with firm organization security standards and meeting essential requirements is a top priority.In my capacity as an enterprise solution architect, I specialize in preparing tailored Solution design proposals and developing high-level solution design documents. Collaborating closely with technical teams and business stakeholders, I assess and document workloads, system dependencies, and requirements, mapping workloads to Microsoft Azure capabilities.I also lead IT Infrastructure assessments and gap analyses as part of IT Strategy engagements, covering Datacenter infrastructure, security, compute, network, and End User computing.In my role as a Cloud Solution Architect, I collaborate with project teams to design Azure cloud infrastructure that strictly adheres to the banks' standards and policies. I possess expertise in various technologies and tools, such as RPAaaS, CBaaS, Rules Engine, Gen AI, Power Platform, workflow engine, Cloud Migration, and power automate migration using Blueprint, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the solutions. Show less

Pune Area, India

As a Lead Solution Architect at ATOS India, my role encompassed working on various Microsoft Azure and AWS cloud solutions, including Microsoft Azure EPCM Private Cloud Solution, Enterprise Private Cloud Solution, Azure Public Cloud, Hybrid Cloud, AWS Public Cloud Solution, Windows Azure Pack, Microsoft Azure Stake Cloud Solution, and MS Azure Cloud Private, Public, and Hybrid Cloud RFP solution design. I was responsible for architecture and cost preparation, ensuring that the proposed… Show more As a Lead Solution Architect at ATOS India, my role encompassed working on various Microsoft Azure and AWS cloud solutions, including Microsoft Azure EPCM Private Cloud Solution, Enterprise Private Cloud Solution, Azure Public Cloud, Hybrid Cloud, AWS Public Cloud Solution, Windows Azure Pack, Microsoft Azure Stake Cloud Solution, and MS Azure Cloud Private, Public, and Hybrid Cloud RFP solution design. I was responsible for architecture and cost preparation, ensuring that the proposed solutions met the needs of the customers.My key responsibilities and experiences include:• Creating Solution proposals and actively engaging with customers for Solution briefings and conducting due diligence.• Designing and configuring Azure Virtual Networks (VNet), subnets, network settings, DHCP address blocks, DNS settings, and security policies and routing.• Deploying Azure IaaS virtual machines (VMs) and Cloud services (PaaS role instances) within secure VNet and subnets.• Implementing high availability using both Azure Classic and Azure Resource Manager deployment models.• Designing Network Security Groups (NSGs) to manage inbound and outbound access for network interfaces (NICs), VMs, and subnets.• Leading innovation efforts by exploring, investigating, recommending, benchmarking, and implementing data-centric technologies to enhance business solutions.• Developing AWS Cloud and Hybrid Cloud solutions.• Delivering technical presentations to peers, leadership teams, sales executives, clients, and prospects.• Collaborating with the Project Manager and Technical Teams to support Technical Architects and provide guidance to Implementation Engineering Technical Teams.During my tenure as a Lead Solution Architect at ATOS India, I played a vital role in shaping and delivering cutting-edge cloud solutions while effectively communicating with various stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes. Show less

Mumbai Area, India

As a Senior Solution Architect specializing in Microsoft UCC (Unified Communications and Collaboration) products, I played a pivotal role in delivering UCC solutions across various regions, including North America, EMEA, and Australia. My responsibilities included crafting reference architectures for Microsoft UCC products such as Lync, Exchange, SharePoint, Mobility, and integrating them with Cisco/Avaya IPT solutions.Key Accomplishments and Responsibilities:• Led the solution… Show more As a Senior Solution Architect specializing in Microsoft UCC (Unified Communications and Collaboration) products, I played a pivotal role in delivering UCC solutions across various regions, including North America, EMEA, and Australia. My responsibilities included crafting reference architectures for Microsoft UCC products such as Lync, Exchange, SharePoint, Mobility, and integrating them with Cisco/Avaya IPT solutions.Key Accomplishments and Responsibilities:• Led the solution design, architecture, and cost preparation for Microsoft UCC Request for Proposal (RFP) projects.• Provided pre-sales support for new business opportunities related to CSC's Microsoft UCC offerings.• Contributed to the successful launch of MS UCC services and prepared cost models for various offerings.• Orchestrated integration projects, such as CSC Tablet as a Service with MobileIron, and Cisco Telepresence integration with IBM Lotus Domino and Sametime.• Designed Collaborative Market Solutions, including Jive 4 and 5, Zimbra Low-Cost Email Solution, and MobileIron Solution Architecture.• Developed cloud architecture and designs for Microsoft UCC on VCE and Hyper-V models, as well as other CSC Cloud solutionsService Details:• Collaborative Market Solution (CMS): Architected and designed collaborative market solutions incorporating Microsoft UCC (Exchange, OCS, IBM Lotus Domino, IBM Sametime, OCS Telephony integration with Nortel CS 1K, Cisco Call Manager), Tandberg HD Video Conferencing with OCS and Sametime integration, Microsoft SharePoint, and IBM Lotus Quicker.• Successfully worked on multiple RFPs for MS UCC Solutions based on Microsoft Lync, Exchange 20010 and 2013, SharePoint, BPOS, and Office 365 Show less

Pune, Maharashtra, India

As a Senior Technical Support Analyst at BMC Software, I played a crucial role in providing 3rd level support in accordance with ITIL standards. My responsibilities included Implementation, Problem Management, and Change Management. Key Accomplishments and Responsibilities:• Successfully managed a large-scale OCS 2007 R2/Lync 2010 setup and Exchange 2007 environment, catering to over 48,000 users with features such as Instant Messaging, Audio/Video Conferencing, Application Sharing… Show more As a Senior Technical Support Analyst at BMC Software, I played a crucial role in providing 3rd level support in accordance with ITIL standards. My responsibilities included Implementation, Problem Management, and Change Management. Key Accomplishments and Responsibilities:• Successfully managed a large-scale OCS 2007 R2/Lync 2010 setup and Exchange 2007 environment, catering to over 48,000 users with features such as Instant Messaging, Audio/Video Conferencing, Application Sharing, and Enterprise Voice.• Oversaw the management of more than 30 servers, including 3 Front End Pools, Two Lync 2010 Central Sites, Mediation Servers, CWA Servers, Edge Server, Exchange 2007 Unified Messaging Servers, Backend SQL Servers, Archiving and Monitoring Server, and Edge Servers.• Skillfully handled integration issues with Cisco Call Manager, Tandberg VCS, Nortel, and other systems.• Developed and executed Backup and Disaster Recovery plans for OCS/Lync Servers.• Implemented and managed various Lync Client Policies, Remote Access Policies, and Web Conferencing Policies to enhance system performance and security.• Successfully managed federation with over 50 OCS/Lync/XMPP organizations, enabling IM, AV, and Web Conferencing communication.• Managed public IM access for over 40,000 users, ensuring smooth and secure external communications.• Automated various tasks related to OCS/Lync user creation and deletion as per organization requirements, streamlining processes and improving efficiency.• Implemented and managed Archiving Data/Policies to ensure compliance adherence with industry regulations.• Demonstrated leadership skills by managing a team of 7 members, providing 2nd level UC support to end users.• Proficiently managed the Exchange Server 2007 Unified Messaging server for Voicemail and Outlook Voice Access. Show less

Successfully completed 7 projects with the following job responsibilities:• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and troubleshooting of Windows 2003 Enterprise servers, including patch management.• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and Troubleshooting of Lotus Domino Server.• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and Troubleshooting of Lotus Sametime servers.• Contributed to the D2D project.• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and… Show more Successfully completed 7 projects with the following job responsibilities:• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and troubleshooting of Windows 2003 Enterprise servers, including patch management.• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and Troubleshooting of Lotus Domino Server.• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and Troubleshooting of Lotus Sametime servers.• Contributed to the D2D project.• Installation, Configuration, Administration, and troubleshooting of Microsoft Exchange Servers. Show less

As a Network Administrator, I was responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the WAN/LAN network, which comprised approximately 2000 nodes with CISCO 7940 IP Phones using VoIP. I handled routers of the 3600 Series, Layer 3 Switches of the 4506 and 3550 Series. Additionally, my duties involved providing II level support to local LAN clients, ensuring maximum uptime of leased line connectivity with the service provider.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Managed and maintained… Show more As a Network Administrator, I was responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the WAN/LAN network, which comprised approximately 2000 nodes with CISCO 7940 IP Phones using VoIP. I handled routers of the 3600 Series, Layer 3 Switches of the 4506 and 3550 Series. Additionally, my duties involved providing II level support to local LAN clients, ensuring maximum uptime of leased line connectivity with the service provider.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Managed and maintained the Exchange 2000 server, configuring chat, instant messaging, key management, and SMTP and pop3 configurations with a focus on security.• Served as a Network Administrator for various clients in Delhi, including prominent organizations such as ITC Limited, Bayer India Ltd, Bharat Petroleum, HDFC Bank, UTI BANK, Bluestar, Electrolux, and others.• Successfully led a team of 2 L1 & L2 administrators situated in Delhi, Pune, and the US.• Oversaw Exchange server-related problems, Windows 2000 and 2003 server management, and various aspects of Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.• Coordinated with vendors to resolve issues related to IPLC's (International Private Leased Circuits).• Utilized NetIQ for mail flow monitoring and generated daily, weekly, and monthly reports for internal and client review.• Assisted the Senior Manager in handling various client escalations, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.• Expertly managed and maintained the WAN and LAN network, comprising 2000 computer systems and network printers.• Maintained Cisco IP Phones of the 7940 Series and managed routers of the 2500, 1700, 1650, and 2600 Series, as well as switches of the 1900 and 2900 Series. Show less

• Managed and guided the team of Network engineers, ensuring efficient troubleshooting of various technical issues.• Oversaw the automatic updating of Antivirus software for clients, enhancing system security.• Implemented different support procedures and processes, streamlining the resolution of operational problems with promptness.• Conducted routine operations such as backups, server maintenance, and network maintenance to maintain optimal system performance.• Configured and… Show more • Managed and guided the team of Network engineers, ensuring efficient troubleshooting of various technical issues.• Oversaw the automatic updating of Antivirus software for clients, enhancing system security.• Implemented different support procedures and processes, streamlining the resolution of operational problems with promptness.• Conducted routine operations such as backups, server maintenance, and network maintenance to maintain optimal system performance.• Configured and maintained Antivirus and updates, and administered Exchange Server 2000 for Minda Industries in Delhi. This included managing internal and external mail for 700 users at each location, facilitating secure and encrypted mail communication, instant messaging, chat server, Exchange 5.5 connectivity, and related POP3 & SMTP configurations for internet mailing. Show less

Master Degree, Executive Mba (It)

Activities and Societies: MBA in IT, Graduation in 1999

Azure Cloud Architect, Google Cloud Architect, Togaf, Cloud Solution Architect, Rpa, It

Activities and Societies: • Microsoft Solution Architect • Google Certified Solution Architect • EY Gold Badge Cloud • EY Brown Badge AI •.