Manivannan Padmanaban

About Manivannan Padmanaban

As an IT infrastructure senior manager, I am dedicated to ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of IT systems while optimizing costs and maximizing ROIHaving 15+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust IT systems. With a strong background in both technical expertise and leadership skills, I am committed to optimizing organizational efficiency through innovative IT solutions.I've successfully overseen the development and management of complex IT infrastructures, ensuring seamless operations and scalability to meet evolving business needs. My expertise spans network administration, linux server administration, cloud computing(AWS,GCP,Azure,Rackspace), cybersecurity, PCI DSS, SOC compliance and data management.

Experience

1. Senior Manager

   Infiniti Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

   Apr 2026 — Present

2. Manager

   Infiniti Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

   Apr 2019 — Present · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

   Managing the IT infrastructure of an entire organisation & handling various clients related to cloud hosting & infrastructure security Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide technical solutions. Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

3. Assistant Manager

   Infiniti Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd

   Apr 2016 — Mar 2019 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

   Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget, fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement. I prioritize staying abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge. Leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and mitigate risks. With a customer-centric approach, I strive to understand and address the unique IT requirements of different departments within an organization, aligning technology solutions with business objectives.

4. Team Lead

   Infiniti Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd

   Apr 2015 — Apr 2016 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

   Leading the Infrastructure team and collaborate with development & operations teams to design and implement scalable and reliable cloud solutions. Monitor and optimize AWS infrastructure for performance and cost Implement and maintain security best practices for Linux systems and AWS environments. Collaborate with the security team to address vulnerabilities and mitigate risks. Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies for Linux systems and cloud-based applications. Monitor system performance and proactively identify areas for improvement. Utilize DevOps tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Docker for streamlined development and deployment processes.

5. Technology Analyst

   Infosys Limited

   Dec 2014 — Apr 2015 · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

6. Linux Administrator

   Infiniti Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd

   May 2013 — Dec 2014 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

   Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems and related software. Perform system updates, patches, and upgrades on a regular basis. Troubleshoot and resolve system and application issues. Configure and manage web servers, including Apache and Nginx. Deploy and manage SSL certificates for secure communication.

7. System Administrator

   HCL Infosystems Ltd.

   Dec 2011 — Dec 2012 · Chandigarh Area, India

8. System Administrator

   IRBAZ Group of Companies

   Oct 2010 — Dec 2011 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

9. IT Helpdesk Administrator

   Virtusa

   Aug 2009 — Sep 2010 · Chennai Area, India

Education

• Anna University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA · Technology Management

  2017 — 2019

• Anna University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech · Information Technology

  2004 — 2008

Skills

• Server Administration
• Web Application Security
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Auditing
• Linux
• LAMP administration
• AWS IoT
• Compliance Management
• Jenkins
• Amazon RDS
• Business Continuity Planning
• IT Infrastructure Management
• Ubuntu
• Team Management
• Cloud Computing
• Server Admin
• Microsoft Azure
• Technical Support
• Linux Firewalls
• Operations Management
• Git
• Linux Desktop
• IT Cost Optimization
• Customer Satisfaction
• SVN
• System Administration
• LEMP
• Vendor Management
• Web Application Security Assessment
• Domain Name System (DNS)
• Automation
• Apache
• CentOS
• Security Operations
• Leadership
• Security Management
• Planning Budgeting & Forecasting
• Rackspace Cloud
• Web Application Firewall
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)