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Certifications Summary - Aws Certified Solutions Architect– Associate
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Venkata Kanakabandi

Lake Orion,Michigan

Summary

An accomplished professional with over sixteen years of experience specializing in IBM WebSphere Application Server and AWS Cloud technologies. Known for a collaborative leadership style that fosters team engagement and drives results, I excel in guiding cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives. Proficient in technical architecture planning and implementation, I have a proven track record of leading teams through complex projects, from conception to successful execution. My dedication to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement has resulted in streamlined processes, improved efficiencies, and enhanced team performance. Ready to leverage my extensive leadership experience to drive impactful outcomes in challenging environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Engineer

Comerica Bank
05.2022 - Current
  • Lead a team of engineers in technical architecture planning activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.
  • Automated infrastructure setup using Ansible, directing team efforts and ensuring adherence to automation principles.
  • Implemented new processes and procedures as needed.
  • Provided guidance, coaching, and feedback to team members.
  • Organized team meetings to discuss progress and challenges.
  • Developed strategies to increase productivity and efficiency of the team.

DevSecOps Engineer

Comerica Bank
05.2016 - 05.2022
  • Spearheaded agile continuous integration initiatives for WebSphere applications, leading cross-functional teams in implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Developed and implemented engineering strategies to improve production efficiency.
  • Led data migration projects and implemented SSO solutions.
  • Created detailed designs for new products, components, and systems.

Sr. Middleware Engineer

Comerica Bank
12.2011 - 05.2016
  • Managed IBM WebSphere Application Server in production environments, leading a team of engineers in ensuring high availability and performance.
  • Implemented ITIM 5.1 to ISIM 6.0 migration, overseeing the migration process and providing technical guidance to team members.
  • Installed and configured TFIM 6.2.2.7, leading a team in deploying and configuring identity management solutions.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to junior engineers regarding middleware development, deployment, and maintenance.

Sr. Middleware Administrator

Scholastic
09.2011 - 12.2011
  • Managed a team of administrators in installing and maintaining IBM WebSphere Application Server, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Tuned performance parameters for web servers and databases, collaborating with team members to optimize resource utilization.
  • Supported LDAP integration and access management, providing leadership and technical expertise to ensure secure and efficient access control.

Systems Administrator

CorpBizSolutions
11.2008 - 05.2010
  • Led a team in installing and configuring WebSphere Application Server on Solaris and Red Hat Linux, overseeing the deployment of clustered environments and application of patches.
  • Administered WebSphere Portal Server, providing guidance and support to team members in managing collaborative web portals.

Project Management Intern

Schiller International University
11.2007 - 01.2008
  • Managed a team of interns in developing a companion website for students, coordinating tasks and ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
  • Oversaw financial services and insurance solutions projects, providing leadership and guidance to team members.
  • Utilized various project management and development tools, mentoring team members in best practices and methodologies.

Education

MBA in Management of Information Technology -

Schiller International University

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Technical leadership
  • Continuous Integration Systems
  • Continuous deployment
  • Infrastructure Deployment
  • Technical Documentation
  • Configuration Management

Certifications Summary - Aws Certified Solutions Architect– Associate

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Timeline

Principal Engineer

Comerica Bank
05.2022 - Current

DevSecOps Engineer

Comerica Bank
05.2016 - 05.2022

Sr. Middleware Engineer

Comerica Bank
12.2011 - 05.2016

Sr. Middleware Administrator

Scholastic
09.2011 - 12.2011

Systems Administrator

CorpBizSolutions
11.2008 - 05.2010

Project Management Intern

Schiller International University
11.2007 - 01.2008

MBA in Management of Information Technology -

Schiller International University

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