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Vasanta Kumar Varalharajoo

Vasanta Kumar Varalharajoo

System Engineer
Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Accomplished Compute Technical Consultant with a proven track record at Hitachi Vantara, specializing in VMware ESXi configuration and excelling in client relationship building. Expert in enhancing system availability and service delivery for global clients like Centrica and Vodafone. Demonstrated ability to lead effective incident resolution, showcasing decision-making and technical consulting prowess.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Compute Technical Consultant

Hitachi Vantara
11.2019 - Current
  • Availability Monitoring (Proactively managed system availability through comprehensive monitoring)
  • Generated and delivered detailed performance and utilization reports to clients.
  • Executed regular patching for Windows and Linux environments.
  • Installed and configured ESXi host.
  • Implemented ESXi patching and configured host profiles to streamline and enhance virtual machine management processes.
  • Effective incident resolution and change management, minimizing disruptions, and enhancing service delivery.
  • Compiled and sent utilization reports to support teams and local site contacts.
  • Followed up with vendors to facilitate hardware replacements, managing logistics for timely resolutions of equipment issues.
  • Data Center Access Coordination (Arranged data center access for field engineers).
  • Client Relations (Supported a diverse portfolio of global clients, including CGI Canada, CGI Germany, Vodafone, UBS, Cognizant, FlyDubai, Bank of Montreal, and Deluxe, by delivering high-quality technical support and solutions).

Helpdesk Support Engineer

HGH Technology Sdn Bhd
09.2015 - 10.2019
  • Monitored alerts to ensure system reliability.
  • Prepared and shared customer reports.
  • Managed changes in the system to improve performance.
  • Handled incidents to resolve issues promptly.
  • Sent utilization reports to support teams and local contacts.
  • Participated in weekly calls to discuss ongoing incidents and changes.

Network Administrator Intern

Advanced Micro Devices Global Services (AMD)
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Installed and connected cables (UTP/FC) for network setup.
  • Mounted new servers in the data center while coordinating with vendors (HP C7000, NetApp, EMC, and Quantum).
  • Compiled and sent utilization reports to site support teams and local contacts.
  • Communicated with vendors, including AT&T, and Verizon, for follow-up and support.
  • Managed power maintenance activities, including network downtime, and assessed the impact on services (AT&T, Verizon, Internet, point-to-point links).
  • Prepared outage reports and attended meetings with WAN vendors (AT&T, and Verizon).
  • Performed basic switch port configuration to support network operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science: Software Engineering

City University Malaysia
Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
04.2001 -

Skills

Technical consulting

Client Relationship Building

Self Motivation

Decision-Making

VMware vCenter Management

VMware ESXi Configuration

Languages

Tamil
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Malay
Proficient
C2

Certification

VMware vSphere 8.x Professional

Timeline

VMware vSphere 8.x Professional

07-2023

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

07-2023

Compute Technical Consultant

Hitachi Vantara
11.2019 - Current

Helpdesk Support Engineer

HGH Technology Sdn Bhd
09.2015 - 10.2019

Network Administrator Intern

Advanced Micro Devices Global Services (AMD)
06.2014 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science: Software Engineering

City University Malaysia
04.2001 -

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