Limon Chandra Howlader

Limon Chandra Howlader 15+ Years Experiences in IT Industry Cloud Engineer ✰ Infrastructure Engineer ✰ Sys Admin Site Reliability Engineer ✰ DevOps Engineer AWS-SA, Azure-SA, RHCSA, RHCE, MCSA, MCSE-Cloud, VCP CCNA, CCNP, PRINCE2, CISM, CEH, OCP, ITIL-F Career Summary Business oriented IT Solutions Architect having more over 15 years of extensive experiences in designing cutting-edge, stream-lined technology systems and generate increased productivity through innovative systems implementation. Career Objective Enable business through digital transformation in demand customer engagement, enhancing employee productivity, optimizing business process and innovating digital technologies. Core Competencies      IT Infrastructure Systems Management Cloud Infrastructure Management IT Security and Service Management DevOps Engineering Network & System Administration      SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Strategic IT Planning & Project Management Business Process Automation (BPA) Data Center and Disaster Recovery Contingencies Digital Workplace and Transformation Professional Work Experience Senior IT Solutions Architect - Infrastructure, Applications & Cloud Access to Information (a2i) Program ICT Division, Government of Bangladesh January 2019 – Present        Analysis of existing system process, identifying problems, challenge and design digital service functional and non-functional requirements. Analysis and design system security requirements, non-functional web application and mobile application requirements. Architecting digital service & solutions and design hosting & server infrastructure. Design and development system integration and implementation plan & diagram, digital feature functional flow diagram, user management plan and diagram, etc. Prepare System Requirements Specification (SRS), Pilot Implementation Plan, Software Development Budget, Pilot Implementation budget, etc. Analysis Time, Cost, Value (TCV), Design User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX), Design Digitization Efficiency Diagram. Analysis the needs and design digital technologies requirements like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Business Intelligence (BI), etc. Page 1 of 5 Senior Cloud Architect Rackspace Inc. January 2018 – December 2018               Plan, design, develop, implement and deliver Azure/AWS/GCP IaaS and PaaS cloud solutions and services across a diverse range of projects, which can include application development, identity/access management, network, and data management. Designs and defines AWS/Azure/GCP architecture for new cloud computing systems or existing systems migrating to cloud architectures. Architect new solutions and implementing new Cloud Services into existing environments. Create cloud migration strategies; defining delivery architecture, creating the migration plans, designing the orchestration plans for distributed enterprise applications. Migrate to AWS/Azure/GCP cloud-based infrastructure solutions, including moving critical data, processes, and workflows. Provides managerial and engineering oversight across a variety of technologies, including Microsoft Azure Cloud, Azure Active Directory (AD), and Dynamics 365, Skype for Business and SharePoint Online, Microsoft Office 365 with Hybrid Exchange 2013 mailboxes, Microsoft Office 365 Security and Advance threat protection. Design and deploy cloud applications using Container (Docker, OpenShift), Container Orchestration (Kubernetes, OpenShift), Configuration Management (Azure Automation, AWS OpsWork, Ansible and Puppet), Infrastructure Automation (Azure ARM, CloudFormation, Terraform), CI/CD Pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps). Manage Windows and Linux Virtualization, VMware ESXi, VMware Horizon, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and Backup and Storage Solutions – NAS & SAN. Performs expert-level systems AWS/Azure/GCP development and design work that may include logical system design; I/O design; cloud architecture analysis and design. Manage the IT Services in Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, DFS, WDS, SCCM, SCOM, SCVMM and MS SQL Server 2012R2, MS SharePoint Online, MS Teams. Provide expert guidance to customers, driving solution architecture, and ensuring solution technology is aligned with business requirements. Technology and business enablement advocate advising the best practice methods in how to utilize AWS/Azure/GCP IaaS and PaaS to drive competitive advantage. Develops technical road maps for future AWS/Azure/GCP cloud implementations. Implement and promote best practices in cloud-native software and infrastructure deployment, administering through automation and configuration management tools. Senior ICT Manager International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Dhaka September 2015 to December 2017         Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of information systems and technology. Provide technology leadership in the designing, planning strategy, architecture, deployment, management and operation of essential information technology. Manage IT Infrastructure including networking, server, virtualization, cloud computing and security. Manage Cloud Infrastructure including AWS Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform. Manage IT Infrastructure including Windows Server 2012, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, DFS, WDS, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft System Center, SCCM, SCOM, SCVMM, MS SQL Server 2012R2, MS SharePoint Online, MS Teams, OneDrive and Skype for Business. Manage Virtualization with Server Virtualization (Microsoft Hyper V & VMware ESXi), Desktop Virtualization (VMware Horizon and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure), NAS & SAN Storage Solutions. Manage IT infrastructure including Cisco Meraki Cloud Managed Network, LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Data Center, IBM Domino Server, Centralized IT Service Desk, Endpoint Security and Control. Manage networking devices including Cisco Router & Switches, Cisco ASA Firewall, Fornitet, Forefront Identity Manager, SonicWall Bandwidth Manager, Riverbed WAN Optimizer, MikroTik, Cyberoam, Juniper Firewall, Load Balancer and IDS/IPS. Page 2 of 5 Head of IT Operations University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh, Dhanmondi, Dhaka, February 2012 to August 2015  Lead a dynamic team of 25 IT professionals, over 1000 workstations and 20 virtualized servers across the IT spectrum to support Infrastructure Services. Implemented a fully-fledged Microsoft Navision University Management System consisting of 20 functional modules including Virtual e-Learning, Student Portal, Registration, Admission, Fees, HR, Finance, Accounting, Library, Procurement, Fixed Assets and Inventory, etc Defined and implemented all IT policies, procedures and ensured the best practices in the organization including those for infrastructure, security and system management. Managed of Private Cloud Service with VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V. Design, implement and manage the network infrastructure to meet the University's requirements. Manage the relevant IT budgets and achieve best value for the University ICT expenditure. Plan and manage for major developments and implementation of the ICT service and projects.       Head of IT Infrastructure ANANTA Group, Gulshan, Dhaka December 2008 to February 2012  Lead a dynamic team of 25 IT professionals, over 750 workstations and 15 virtualized servers across the IT spectrum to support Infrastructure and Operations. Implemented integrated ERP, CRM, EDI (Oracle EBS, Infor M3, FastReact & Kormee) for HR, Payroll, Planning, Financial, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management. Developed and implemented messaging, collaboration and calendar sharing system with Zimbra Collaboration Suite for 900 users. Deployed and managed DNS, ADC, DHCP, SCCM, SCOM, Web and SQL Database Server.    IT Manager (SAP) Meghna Group of Industries, Gulshan, Dhaka January 2005 to December 2008  Implemented and maintained the multiple SAP instances that comprise the SAP environment (development, test, training and production). Engaged in SD, MM, PP and FICO modules for functional processes. Ensured the smooth running of all IT systems and email provision. Maintained Active Directory Users and Directories, Storage and Network Resources.    Academic Qualifications Exam Subject/Group University/Board MSC Computer Science Computer Science and Engineering Science Science University of South Asia Bangladesh Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology Govt. Titumir College Badda Alatunnesa High School BSC HSC SSC Result Year 3.46 2007 3.77 2000 Frist First - Professional Achievements      Implement Private Cloud Virtualization with Hyper-V, ADC, WDS and SCCM Implement Virtualized Datacentre and Infrastructure with vSphere ESXi 6.0 Develop Web Based University Resource Management System (URMS) Integrate Oracle EBS ERP, FastReact, HR and Payroll System Work with SAP Enterprise ERP System and SAP HANA Cloud Page 3 of 5 ICRC ULAB ULAB ANANTA MGI Skills Sets  IT Infrastructure Services  Cloud Platforms    Programming Language Operating Systems Networking  Server Administration   Database Administration Storage Administration  Virtualization  Network Security  Applications Security  IT Systems Auditing  Infrastructure as a Code   Microservices & Containerization Infrastructure Automaton Continuous Integration  Monitoring  Project Management  Microsoft Technologies  Enterprise Applications Identity and Access Management Email Service    Network, Server, Storage, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Security, Data Center & Disaster Recovery Contingences Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, VMware, Salesforce, Red Hat OpenStack Java, Node.js, Python, ASP.Net Windows, Linux (Red Hat, CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu), Unix (Solaris) Routing, Switching, LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VPN Windows Server 2016, AD, DC, DNS, DHCP, System Center Web Server - IIS, Apache, Nginx, Proxy Server Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, NoSQL, DynamoDB Amazon S3, Azure Blob, NetApp, Dell EMC, HPE Storage Azure VM, AWS EC2 Instance, Google Computer Engine, VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, Proxmox and XenServer Cisco ASA, Meraki, Checkpoint and Fortinet Firewalls HTTPS, SSL, TLS, Data Encryption at Rest and in Transit Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing IT Risk, Data Analysis, Security Risk Management ISO 27001 IT System Auditing Framework, Security Testing and Auditing Azure Resource Manager, TerraForm, AWS CloudFormation, Google Cloud Deployment Manager Docker, LXC, Docker Swarm, Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes, Amazon EKS, Azure Kubernetes Service, Google Kubernetes Engine Azure Automation, Ansible, Puppet, AWS OpsWork Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Azure Pipeline AWS Code Pipeline Infrastructure – AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds, ManageEngine, Applications – AppDynamics / New Relic Logs Management – Splunk / Papertrail Primavera P6, JIRA, Microsoft Project, SAP PPM, Trello, ServiceNow Microsoft Office 365, MS Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Skype for Business SAP ERP, Oracle EBS, Microsoft Dynamics 365 and FastReact Azure Active Directory, AWS IAM, Azure Access Control, Ping Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, G-Suite, IBM Domino, Zimbra Suite Professional Certifications               VMware Certified Professional 6 (VCP) AWS Certified Solution Architect AWS Certified SysOps Administrator AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Microsoft Certified Azure DevOps Engineer Google Cloud Certified Cloud Architect Google Cloud Certified Cloud Engineer Google Cloud Certified DevOps Engineer MCSE: Azure Cloud Platform and Infrastructure MCSE: Productivity & Messaging MCSA: Windows Server 2012 MCP: Microsoft Certified Professional Page 4 of 5             Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) Cisco Certified Network Professional Cisco Certified Network Associate ITIL® F - IT Service Management PRINCE2 COBIT5: IT Governance Framework Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) Oracle Certified Expert (OCE) Professional Trainings           Disaster Response Training (DRT) ASP.NET Using C# and SQL Server Oracle E-Business Suite ERP SAP S/4 HANA ERP Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer - PECB Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) ISO 27001 ISMS Lead Auditor (LA) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) IT Emergency Response Training – Philippines, Malaysia & Singapore Attended in Global IT seminar on Emergency and Disaster Response at Makati in Philippines. Emergency Telecommunications Cluster (ETC) partner NetHope also delivered hands-on training in –  Emergency Telecommunication Networking  Wireless Distribution System (WDS)  Ubiquity and Ericsson P2MP Wireless Networking  Cisco Meraki Cloud Managed Networking.  Microsoft TV Whitespace Technologies  Mobile Satellite Communications, VSAT Communications. Interpersonal Skills      Very honest, sincere, dedicated and having excellent interpersonal skills Having multitasking and leadership abilities Flexible, analytically minded and strategic thinker Competent, hardworking and effective communicator Having positive attitude, strong in management skills and decision making skills ------------------------------------- Limon Chandra Howlader Page 5 of 5