Vipul Mishra
NCR (National Capital Region)
Summary
IT leader with 19 years of experience in IT infrastructure management, focusing on SAP BASIS and cloud architecture and Cloud migrations. Currently operates as a Cloud Architect and Advisor, driving SAP landscape migrations to cloud (AWS/Azure/SAP DC/GCP/C4C) under 'RISE WITH SAP' and 'Grow with SAP' initiatives. Proven ability to transform IT SAP landscapes into sustainable and intelligent ERP systems.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GROUP MANAGER – SAP Cloud Architect & IT Infrastructure
HCL Technologies
NOIDA
05.2022 - Current
- Supervising a team of 26 CAAs (Cloud Architects and Advisors) from the APJ and EMEA regions.
- As a SAP Cloud Architect, I provide high-quality technical consultation and support for customers who want to migrate the SAP landscape to the cloud (AWS/AZURE/GCP/SAP DC/C4C/IBM Cloud).
- For private cloud infrastructure setup, I led technical requirement-gathering sessions, defining comprehensive infrastructure, sizing, networking, business continuity planning (BCP), and migration strategies for migration to the cloud for diverse client projects.
- Presented technical assessments and solutions to C-level executives (CIOs, CTOs), securing buy-in and sign-offs for deal booking, and fostering strong client relationships.
- Orchestrated the customer onboarding process, ensuring smooth transitions and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle. Managed the system build and infrastructure deployment on the Cloud, overseeing cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Developed and implemented technical solutions tailored to client needs, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.
- I drove and represented as a CAA for some of the most complex and high-valued RISE with SAP private cloud deals, with an average annualized net value (AACV) of 1.5 million euros and a total contract value (TCV) of INR 7.5 million euros.
- Spearheaded the migration and consolidation of legacy systems to Azure Cloud S/4 HANA, reducing operational costs by 30%.
- Implemented a zero-trust security model (Zscaler ZPA) for cloud infrastructure on AWS S/4 HANA, and migrated applications to a secure private cloud environment.
- Greenfield, Brownfield, Bluefield implementation, rollouts, cutover, go-live support.
- Technical Assessment of the Landscape, Infrastructure Sizing, and Mapping of 'As Is' and 'To Be' Architecture.
- Make sure robust and secure network connectivity is in place.
- Collaborate with other teams to ensure the secure development and deployment of applications.
- Deep understanding of cybersecurity, compliance, and identity management within ERP landscapes.
- Providing support to internal teams for various internal and external audits.
- Demonstrated expertise in cloud network infrastructure design for S/4 HANA Cloud migrations, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, VNET peering, MPLS, and firewalls.
Chief Manager (Department Head) IT Infrastructure/ Project Mgmt. SAP BASIS/GRC/HANA
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon
07.2017 - 05.2022
- Overall, I am responsible for IT infrastructure for servers, storage databases, and SAP for the corporate office and all four plants of Honda.
- Responsible for system uptime and system availability (99.95%), evaluating the performance and health of infrastructure, and taking proactive countermeasures for standardizing and strengthening IT infrastructure.
- Experience managing two Tier 3 Level Collocated Data Centers for Honda (1300 sq. ft.). Each with 22 rack spaces.
- Well-versed in various disaster recovery scenarios and strategies, I participate in supporting and executing disaster recovery exercises.
- Spearheaded and led multiple projects involving the Infrastructure and Functional Teams, such as the End of Life Infrastructure hardware refresh, Data Centre contract renewal, GST reconciliation, vendor invoice management, SAP SuccessFactors implementation, and SAP HANA 2.0 SPSS installation.
- Experience with end-to-end ITIL processes in the organization, starting from Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, and Capacity Management. Responsible for SAP capacity planning, SAP sizing.
- Develop and maintain IT security policies and procedures. Experience in developing and implementing SAP technical standards and processes across the landscape.
- IT asset management (hardware and software reconciliation) and IT assets audit and reconciliation with finance books.
- IT GRC and ITGC compliance, PIC for IT audits (internal and external audits), license audits, SOX audits, and IFRS audits from IT.
- Internal Audit Tools Implementation for auditing interface with SAP ECC, and output into Power BI on Microsoft Azure.
- SAC Implementation for Monthly Dashboard: Daily production, sales, COG/CBU, and DSR on SAP Cloud.
- Played a key role in the upgrading of the AIX platform and the Windows platform for mission-critical Assembly Line Systems.
- Measuring infrastructure KPIs and presenting them to senior management weekly and monthly.
- Making presentations for management review and approvals.
- Vendor management and conflict resolution are essential to ensure the timely delivery of tasks. Review of SLA and performance of all IT partners, and providing direction for continuous improvements.
- Developing relationships with IT partners, as well as key decision-makers.
- Managing the team to prepare RFPs, proposals, contracts, SOWs, and other documentation for IT projects and associated work.
- SAP Storage Migration from VMAX to FS7200, and DS890.
- Responsible for the budget (revenue and capital) from the SAP IT Infra team and ensuring timely representation in the IT team for managing a capital budget of up to 50 crore for infrastructure procurement (IBM P9 server deployment for the dealer management system).
- Responsible for supporting multiple projects from the infrastructure side, major/minor releases.
- Managed cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve workflow.
Professional 1 Application Delivery (SAP BASIS)
CSC (Computer Science Corporation India Pvt Ltd.) (Now DXC technologies)
Delhi
09.2013 - 07.2017
- Gathered requirements from customers to define client strategies and design landscapes.
- Provided SAP systems support, handled tickets, and resolved client-related issues.
- Executed SAP NetWeaver upgrades, patching, and Oracle patching for optimal performance.
- Monitored performance and tuned systems while providing daily technical support for SAP, Oracle, and UNIX.
- Managed installations, upgrades, configurations, and maintenance of SAP ECC 6.0 and BW 7.3.
- Collaborated with peers and senior leadership to enhance SAP Basis compliance.
- Developed and improved team procedures, benchmarks, and controls to boost efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior SAP Basis administrators for skill development.
Senior Technical Consultant Basis
HCL Technologies
NOIDA
05.2010 - 09.2013
- Onshore resources handle client requests and get the assigned work done by the offshore team.
- Part of EHP upgrades for NetWeaver systems.
- Part of the Implementation/Post-Implementation Support team for Go-Live for different waves for GSK.
- On-site role for cutover execution and preparation for go-live.
- Develop and maintain system documentation for all SAP instances and interfaces.
- Maintain SAP performance by planning and executing SAP tuning strategies.
- Role – SAP Basis Senior consultant
Technical Consultant/Software Engineer (SAP BASIS)
Accenture Services Pvt. Ltd.
05.2006 - 05.2010
- Monitoring of SAP landscape
- Implement and maintain the multiple SAP instances that comprise the SAP environment. (development, test, training and production)
- Client Administration: Created clients and defined settings. Performed client copies like local client copy, remote client copies and client export and import.
- Transport Management Worked with Visual Admin, Configtool, Package deployment using SDM.
- Performed Pre & Post System refresh activities and Java Schema Export &: Import.
- Language installation Administration of Printers/spool management
- Daily Ticket handling and Customer issues resolution Printers/TMS/Batch Job OSS Notes/RFC’s /Monitoring CPU utilization, file system, disk space and
- Analyzed system logs, ABAP dump, Table lock, and Update errors.
- Oracle patching (OPatch and MO patch application) Support Packages: Applied Add-ons. Performed Kernel Up gradation.
- Performed Pre & Post System refresh activities and Java Schema Export &: Import.
- SAP Archiving
- Role – Software Engineer (SAP Archiving & SAP BASIS)
- Immediate Manager & Reported to – SAP Team Lead
Education
Bachelor in Technology (B-Tech) - Computer Science
I.E.C College (UPTU University)
01.2005
12th - Math’s + Science
SPSEC, Kanpur
01.1999
10th - Math’s + Science
Dr. VSMS, Kanpur
01.1997
Skills
- Cloud architecture and migration
- IT infrastructure design
- Stakeholder management
- Information security
- Infrastructure planning
- Cost optimization
Certification
- SAP Certified Net weaver Basis consultant for Net weaver 7.31 (S user id - S0013392013)
- SAP Certified OS DB Migration consultant for Net weaver 7.3 (S0013392013)
- Certified Information System Security Professional trained (CISSP) from ISC2
- Microsoft Certified Azure Cloud Administrator (AZ-104).
- AWS Cloud practitioner associate and Security essential associate.
Strategic Planning & Cost efficiency
- Developed roadmap for Infrastructure and refresh them before EOL (End Of Life).
- Promoted a culture to adopt best practices in order to simplify IT landscape.
Management & Leadership
- Collaborated with onsite & offshore partners to build a cohesive IT organization.
- Proven track of hiring, managing, and developing a team of high performers
Continuous Improvement
Led Infrastructure projects to deliver in line with business objectives & strategy in a cost-effective manner.
Disclaimer
I confirm all the information provided by me is accurate and genuine. Vipul Mishra Dob (07-Dec-1981)
Timeline
GROUP MANAGER – SAP Cloud Architect & IT Infrastructure
HCL Technologies
05.2022 - Current
Chief Manager (Department Head) IT Infrastructure/ Project Mgmt. SAP BASIS/GRC/HANA
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2017 - 05.2022
Professional 1 Application Delivery (SAP BASIS)
CSC (Computer Science Corporation India Pvt Ltd.) (Now DXC technologies)
09.2013 - 07.2017
Senior Technical Consultant Basis
HCL Technologies
05.2010 - 09.2013
Technical Consultant/Software Engineer (SAP BASIS)
Accenture Services Pvt. Ltd.
05.2006 - 05.2010
Bachelor in Technology (B-Tech) - Computer Science
I.E.C College (UPTU University)
12th - Math’s + Science
SPSEC, Kanpur
10th - Math’s + Science
Dr. VSMS, Kanpur
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