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Prasanth Kavuri

Orlando

Summary

Experienced IT professional with over 14 years of expertise, including 12+ years as a UNIX/Linux Administrator. Proven track record in implementation, integration, and support, with a focus on high-availability fileservers and databases. Skilled in ensuring system and network security, maintaining multi-platform software development environments, and conducting capacity planning. Specialized in UNIX/Linux Administration, Storage, and Enterprise Hardware Troubleshooting. Extensive experience in managing UNIX Server Systems in Production, QA, and Development environments. Proficient in Virtualization, data migration support for Solaris and Linux, and working with various UNIX flavors such as Sun Solaris, Red Hat Linux, CentOS, Amazon, SUSE, Ubuntu Linux, and Hadoop infrastructure. A seasoned Linux System Administrator with a detailed approach to streamlining processes and maintaining performance thresholds.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior IT Support Engineer

Synovus
Columbus/Orlando Hybrid
09.2024 - Current
  • Designed, implemented, and maintained enterprise-level Linux environments, ensuring 99.99% uptime.
  • Automated system administration tasks using Bash, Ansible reducing manual effort.
  • Deployed, configured, and optimized Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE) across on-prem and cloud environments.
  • System migrations, upgrades, and patch management strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Developed and enforced security hardening policies to protect against vulnerabilities.
  • Conducted regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and implemented patch management solutions.
  • Administered cloud-based Linux infrastructure on AWS, Azure.
  • Monitoring & Performance Optimization
  • Implemented enterprise-wide monitoring solutions using Dynatrace(appd/splunk,solarwinds)
  • Performed system tuning and kernel optimization for enhanced performance under high workloads.
  • Developed training programs to enhance team knowledge in Linux administration, automation, and security.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams (DevOps, Networking, Security) to streamline IT operations.

Randstad Digital (Discover Financials)
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managing and maintaining Linux-based servers and systems.
  • Installing, configuring, and updating operating systems and software.
  • Monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring system security.
  • Implementing backup and recovery procedures to safeguard data.
  • Collaborating with IT teams to optimize server and network infrastructure.
  • Automating routine tasks and system administration processes.
  • Staying updated on Linux technologies and best practices for system administration.

Travel Leisure (Wyndham Destinations)
Orlando
03.2018 - 02.2024
  • Continuing to support Red Hat Linux, VMware, IBM/Oracle application servers, and Oracle RAC/GRID Servers.
  • Coordinating with vendors for hardware replacement and patching activities.
  • Providing 24/7 support, addressing application installation and configuration issues.
  • Automating operational tasks using various scripting languages and leveraging DevOps tools.
  • Managing system administration for Red Hat, Oracle Enterprise Linux, and Windows.
  • Overseeing Java application server administration and web server configurations.
  • Extensive experience with public cloud platforms and in-depth knowledge of networking protocols.
  • Successfully implemented Ansible playbooks for automating routine tasks, improving operational efficiency.
  • Played a crucial role in the seamless integration of new applications into the existing environment.
  • Conducted training sessions for the team on the latest DevOps practices and tools.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the security and stability of the overall IT infrastructure.
  • Continuously exploring and implementing the latest technologies to enhance system efficiency.
  • Leading initiatives to enhance disaster recovery mechanisms and ensure business continuity.
  • Automating operational tasks, including EC2 instance management, using various scripting languages and leveraging DevOps tools.

State Auto Insurance
Columbus
04.2016 - 03.2018
  • Supported Red Hat Linux, Ubuntu in AWS and VMware environments.
  • Conducted hardware maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Installed and configured servers, managed software packages.
  • Configured Samba shares and monitored applications (WebSphere, Apache, Tomcat).
  • Implemented monitoring tools like Dynatrace and Zenoss.
  • Spearheaded migration projects, transitioning servers from older environments to modernized setups.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of applications.
  • Implemented and maintained robust backup and recovery strategies for critical systems.
  • Actively participated in disaster recovery planning and execution.

Wyndham Vacation Ownership
Orlando
06.2012 - 03.2016
  • Supported Red Hat Linux, VMware, IBM/Oracle application servers.
  • Deployed web sphere applications and conducted hardware maintenance.
  • Configured Kickstart and Jumpstart Servers in Red Hat Linux and Solaris.
  • Administered and troubleshooted Solaris servers and Web Logic applications.
  • Managed data center relocation, storage systems, and availability suite.
  • Led initiatives to streamline server deployment processes, reducing turnaround time.
  • Implemented proactive monitoring solutions, resulting in early detection and resolution of potential issues.
  • Played a key role in the successful migration of Sun Web servers to Red Hat Linux.
  • Collaborated with vendors for hardware upgrades, ensuring optimal server performance.

eBay Inc
San Jose
06.2011 - 06.2012
  • Supported Hadoop infrastructure with over 3000 nodes.
  • Managed Hadoop clusters and performed daily activities.
  • Installed, configured, and administered RHEL, Solaris, and Hadoop environments.
  • Configured storage systems and administered High Availability using VERITAS Cluster Server.
  • Monitored system resources and performed troubleshooting.
  • Coordinated with storage, network, and hardware teams.
  • Involved in server sizing, Nagios, and Tivoli monitoring.

Citi Group - UNIX System Engineer
Irving
10.2010 - 04.2011
  • Conducted technical reviews and feasibility studies.
  • Configured network interfaces, implemented IPMP, and bonding.
  • Installed, configured, and deployed RHEL on VMware ESX servers.
  • Managed Solaris zones and LDOMs.
  • Conducted migrations from Solaris to Linux.
  • Automated system processes using shell, Perl, and Python scripts.

Wyndham Hotel Group - UNIX Server Engineer
Phoenix
03.2010 - 08.2010
  • Installed, configured, and maintained Unix/Linux operating systems.
  • Analyzed and resolved problems associated with server hardware, applications software, and critical systems.
  • Coordinated with DBA teams for DB issues.
  • Documented installation and custom configuration processes and procedures.
  • Provided backup support for the enterprise storage environment.
  • Conducted OS upgrades and migrations.
  • Configured and maintained LDOMs, Zones, and Containers.
  • Implemented NIS, NFS, and autofs.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

Bharathiyar University
India

Sun Certified System Administrator - Solaris 10

ITIL Certified Professional -

Skills

  • Solaris 7/8/9/10
  • Red hat EL4/5/6/7/8/9
  • Suse
  • CentOS
  • Amazon Linux
  • Ubuntu
  • HP DL360 G5/G6
  • HP DL380 G5/G6
  • Fujitsu Prime Power
  • Dell PE 1950/2850/2950/2900
  • Fx2 630/640
  • R750
  • Vxrail
  • Jumpstart Installation
  • Kick start installation
  • VMware
  • LDAP
  • Samba
  • SSSD
  • Web Sphere MQ
  • Zones
  • Containers
  • LDoms
  • Power path
  • Ansible Automation
  • Jenkins
  • Python
  • Server Monitoring
  • Skilled With RedHat Servers
  • User Account Management
  • System Monitoring
  • VMware and Oracle VM
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Automation Management
  • Hobbit
  • Nagios
  • AppD
  • Splunk
  • App manager
  • IPMON/SolarWinds
  • Dynatrace
  • UNIX Shell Script (sh, ksh, bash)
  • Perl
  • Web Logic
  • Web Sphere
  • Tomcat
  • Apache
  • IHS Web Server
  • Linux
  • Patch Management
  • Oracle RAC servers

Timeline

Senior IT Support Engineer

Synovus
09.2024 - Current

Randstad Digital (Discover Financials)
07.2024 - 08.2024

Travel Leisure (Wyndham Destinations)
03.2018 - 02.2024

State Auto Insurance
04.2016 - 03.2018

Wyndham Vacation Ownership
06.2012 - 03.2016

eBay Inc
06.2011 - 06.2012

Citi Group - UNIX System Engineer
10.2010 - 04.2011

Wyndham Hotel Group - UNIX Server Engineer
03.2010 - 08.2010

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

Bharathiyar University

Sun Certified System Administrator - Solaris 10

ITIL Certified Professional -

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