Daniel Sampath

**Google Solutions Engineer – Northwell Health**

*Cloud Transformation, VMware-to-GCP Migrations, and Operational Excellence*

Led VMware-to-GCP migrations using **VMware Engine**, **Migrate for Compute Engine**, and **HCX**, reducing on-premise costs by 30%. Optimized multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, on-premise) with **Google Anthos** and **Well-Architected Framework** for scalability and cost efficiency. Automated monitoring and incident resolution using **Google Cloud Operations Suite**, **Kubernetes Engine (GKE)**, and **Nagios**, reducing MTTR by 25%. Designed hybrid cloud architectures, integrating VMware with GCP for seamless workload portability and operational flexibility.

Configured **Google Compute Engine**, **Persistent Disks**, and **Cloud Load Balancing** for high availability and performance. Implemented **Google SRE practices** and **Cloud Monitoring** to achieve 99.9% uptime. Streamlined migration processes with **Terraform** and **Ansible** for infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and automation. Ensured compliance with **HIPAA** and **HITRUST** standards, documenting migration plans and operational procedures. Earned **Google Cloud Professional certifications** (Cloud Architect, Data Engineer, DevOps Engineer) to enhance expertise.

By leveraging **Google Cloud’s advanced tools**, I enabled seamless VMware-to-GCP migrations, ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency for Northwell Health’s healthcare infrastructure.

**Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Specialist**

Designed and implemented robust disaster recovery (DR) plans using **Datto** and **Veeam**, ensuring seamless business continuity and minimizing downtime during outages. Conducted regular DR tests, validated recovery strategies, and maintained compliance with **ISO 27001**, **HIPAA**, and **SOC2** standards. Resolved hardware/software issues swiftly, recovered critical data from damaged storage tapes, and orchestrated data restoration strategies using **Veeam Backup & Replication** and **Datto SaaS Protection** for rapid system recovery.

Achieved 100% compliance with **ISO 27001**, **HIPAA**, and **SOC2** through rigorous testing and documentation. Reduced downtime by 30% and restored critical data in 95% of recovery scenarios, ensuring operational resilience and business continuity. Leveraged **Datto** and **Veeam** technologies to minimize risks and maintain compliance during critical incidents.

**Windows System Administrator – Consumer Reports**

As a Windows System Administrator at Consumer Reports, I managed and optimized the IT infrastructure for a user community of over 700 employees. I resolved **DNS**, **DHCP**, and **RDP** issues, ensuring system reliability and uptime, while managing **Active Directory** tools for user authentication and permissions. I led migrations from **Windows Server 2003 to 2016**, modernizing the environment and improving security and performance. Additionally, I implemented **Symantec Backup Exec** for data protection and managed **SAN**, **NAS**, and **DAS** storage systems to optimize data access and storage efficiency.

I supported the organization’s transition to modern collaboration tools by building and deploying remote signage systems, **video conferencing technologies**, and **Voice over IP (VoIP)** solutions. I also executed print server migrations, telephone system upgrades, and desktop builds, ensuring seamless transitions for end-users. By analyzing system logs and generating alerts for anomalies, I improved incident response times and maintained compliance with security standards. My work ensured a stable, secure, and efficient IT environment, enabling Consumer Reports to deliver trusted insights and information to its users.

**Key Technologies:**

Windows Server 2003/2016, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, RDP, Symantec Backup Exec, SAN/NAS/DAS, VoIP, video conferencing tools, print server migrations, desktop builds.