Abhijit Raipure

Abhijit Raipure IT MANAGER | SYSTEM ANALYST | DATABASE PROFESSIONAL Sharjah, UAE-- https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhijit-r-9438a82 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Accomplished IT Manager with 25+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, cloud computing, cybersecurity, system integration, and database administration. Expertise in aligning IT strategies with business goals, optimizing infrastructure for efficiency, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity protocols. Proven success in leading teams, implementing disaster recovery plans, and delivering cost-effective enterprise-grade IT solutions. Skilled in managing large-scale IT projects, driving digital transformation, and optimizing business operations through cutting-edge technologies. CORE COMPETENCIES ✔ Strategic IT Planning & Infrastructure: Cloud architecture, AWS, Azure, VMware, HyperV, disaster recovery, business continuity ✔ Cybersecurity & Compliance: ISO 27001, NIST, MFA, SIEM, Data Loss Prevention, NextGen Firewalls, Zero Trust Security Architecture ✔ IT Project Management: PMP, Agile, Scrum, budget planning, vendor management ✔ Team Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration: Leading high-performing IT teams, performance management, strategic IT advice for senior management ✔ Enterprise Networking & Security: Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, SD-WAN, VPNs, VLANs ✔ System & Application Optimization: ERP (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Oracle ERP), WMS integration, enterprise software lifecycle management ✔ Cloud & Virtualization: AWS, Azure, VMware, Docker, Kubernetes, cloud migration strategies ✔ Smart Building & Automation: KNX Secure, IoT, BACnet, Modbus, AI-driven predictive systems PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Growth Manager Elektrogrid Trading LLC | Dubai, UAE March 2024 – Present     Spearhead the development and implementation of KNX Secure smart building solutions, integrating IoT-driven building management systems (BMS). Lead AI-based predictive maintenance initiatives, reducing equipment failures by 40%. Oversee the integration of secure IoT devices with TLS and AES-256 encryption protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with senior management to align IT strategies with business goals and optimize operational costs. IT Manager Al Faris Equipment Rentals | Dubai, UAE December 2021 – February 2024      Led a successful migration of IT infrastructure to a hybrid cloud model (AWS & Azure), resulting in a 25% reduction in hosting costs. Implemented robust cybersecurity measures, deploying Next-Gen Firewalls (NGFW) and SIEM for enhanced threat detection, reducing cyber incidents by 50%. Managed ERP and WMS system integrations, improving warehouse efficiency and reducing order fulfilment errors by 20%. Developed and enforced IT policies and procedures to enhance system performance and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Optimized IT operations and infrastructure, resulting in a 35% reduction in downtime through automation using Microsoft SCCM and Ansible. IT Manager IFS Medical Surgical Equipment & Instruments Trading LLC | Dubai, UAE September 2019 – November 2021     Led cloud migration initiatives to Microsoft Azure, enhancing scalability and cybersecurity compliance. Designed and implemented a Zero Trust Security Architecture, reducing data breaches by 45%. Automated IT workflows using AI-driven analytics, improving operational efficiency by 30%. Collaborated with business units to select and implement IT solutions that improved overall operational performance. Strategy & Planning Lead Sharaf Shipping Agency | Dubai, UAE November 2017 – August 2019    Developed API-driven logistics integrations that reduced data processing time by 40%. Implemented AI-powered predictive analytics for logistics forecasting, improving forecasting accuracy by 35%. Led the design and deployment of IoT-based container tracking systems, improving shipment visibility and real-time tracking. Senior Oracle Database Administrator DA-Desk FZ LLC | Dubai, UAE August 2004 – November 2017    Managed high-availability Oracle databases (8i-11g) using Data Guard and RAC, ensuring 99.99% uptime. Optimized database performance by fine-tuning SQL queries, reducing execution times by 30%. Led the migration from Unix to SUSE Linux, modernizing infrastructure and improving system stability and performance. Oracle DBA Net Connect Pvt. Ltd | Mumbai, Maharashtra December 2000 to July 2004 DBA team in Net Connect, an outsourced service of Wipro Group, provided me an opportunity to handle the database for the clients assigned by Wipro. Key profile was to take care of the database, managing the Materialized views, SQL query tuning, application of procedures and functions for clients.  ICICI Bank on ATM Project having Base24 on Tandem Server as front end and Oracle 8.0.1 as back end. Implementation of  Master Card and Visa testing for ICICI bank ATM’s.  Tata Special Steels Limited (TSSL) having plants at Borivali and Tarapore, Mumbai, India.  Customer Support Engineer Mutual Concept Systems | Mumbai, Maharashtra December 1997 to September 2000 Supporting the Operating system and hardware as an onsite engineer for Wipro contracted clients. Also, I learned on-site networking for clients like Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited [BPCL], ICICI Bank, Bharat Bijlee Ltd., and HDFC Bank. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS        Diploma in Industrial Electronics – Shri Datta Meghe College of Polytechnic, Nagpur Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) – 10G Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI KNX Secure Certificate – Expected Nov 2024 Advanced Cybersecurity – Threats & Governance – 2024 AWS, SaaS, and IaaS for Cloud Computing – 2024 Blockchain Process & AI-driven IT Management – 2024 TECHNICAL SKILLS      Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux (RedHat, SUSE, Ubuntu) Cloud & Virtualization: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, VMware, Docker. Cybersecurity Tools: SIEM, Fortinet, SOC, EDR, Zero Trust Security, Next-Gen Firewalls Programming & Scripting: Python, SQL, PL/SQL, PowerShell, Bash Networking: Cisco Routers & Switches, SD-WAN, VPNs, MPLS, VLANs PERSONAL DETAILS    Nationality: Indian Visa Status: Sponsored Visa (UAE) Driving License: Valid UAE License