Vivek Kumar

About Vivek Kumar

As a seasoned IT Infrastructure, Cloud, and DevOps Architect, I bring a wealth of expertise in designing and implementing innovative solutions that drive efficiency, scalability, and reliability. I am a passionate and results-driven Cloud and DevOps Architect with a proven track record of designing and implementing robust cloud solutions and automation strategies. With a background deeply rooted in cloud technologies, DevOps practices, and architectural design, I thrive on tackling complex challenges and driving digital transformation for organizations.Key Areas of Expertise:Cloud Architecture: Proficient in architecting and implementing cloud solutions on leading platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Citrix Cloud. Specializing in designing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud infrastructures.DevOps Practices: A seasoned DevOps practitioner, I excel in implementing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and automation processes to streamline software development and deployment workflows.Automation Mastery: Expertise in scripting and automation using languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell. Skilled in configuration management tools (e.g, Ansible) and infrastructure orchestration.Containerization and Orchestration: Well-versed in container technologies (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes), facilitating efficient deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications.Collaborative Leadership: Proven ability to foster collaboration between development and operations teams, driving a culture of shared responsibility and continuous improvement.Good hands-on experience on devops tools - Git, Bitbucket, ANT, Maven, SonarQube, Sonar Scanner, Docker, Kubernetes, AKS/EKS, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Cloudbees CD, Wiz, Checkov,Terraform, Ansible, Shell Scripting.Hands on experience on Python, Terraform, Boto3 and PowerShell. Certifications:TOGAF Certified Enterprise ArchitectMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertMicrosoft Certified: DevOps Engineer ExpertHashiCorp Certified Terraform AssociateCitrix Virtual Apps and Desktop Service Integration with Microsoft Azure CertifiedCitrix Virtual Apps and Desktop Service on Citrix Cloud CertifiedCitrix Certified Associate (CCA-V, 7.12 version)Citrix XenApp 6.5 Advance Administration CertifiedVCA-DCV (VMWARE Data Center Virtualization)Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA, WIN 2K3)ITIL Foundation V3.0ITIL Intermediate – Service Operations

Experience

1. Senior Manager

   EY

   Oct 2025 — Present

Education

• Citrix Certified Advanced Administrator (CCAA)

  Citrix Certified Advance Administrator (XenApp 6.5), Citrix Certified 6.5 Advanced Administrator (CCAA)

  2012 — 2013

• ITIL V3 Intermediate Service Operation Certified

  ITIL

  2014 — 2014

• Citrix Certified Virtual App And Desktop in Citrix Cloud

  Virtual App and desktop Service in Citrix Cloud (CC-VAD-CC) , Citrix Cloud

• Punjab Technical University

  Msc-IT, Information Technology

  2008 — 2009

• Citrix Certified Associate - Virtulization (CCA-V, 7.12)

  Citrix Certified Associate - Virtulization (version 7.12)

  2018

• VMWARE Certified Associate - Data Center Virtualization ( VCA -DCV)

  VMWARE Certified Associate - Data Center Virtulization, VMWARE

  2014 — 2014

• Microsoft Azure Certified Virtual App and Desktop Integration

  Azure, Citrix Cloud Virtual Desktop

• Uttar Pradesh Rajarshi Tandon Open University

  BCA, Computer

  2004 — 2007

• DOEACC

  O & A Level, C,C++,Unix,Data Structure, Computer Organization etc.

  2004 — 2007

• ITIL V3 Certified

  ITIL V3.0 Foundation, ITIL concepts

  2013 — 2013

• Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA)

  Microft Certified System Administrator, Windows Server 2003

  2007 — 2008

Skills

• Iis
• Dns
• Powershell
• Python
• Citrix Metaframe
• Netscaler
• Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Citrix Xenapp 7.8/7.12
• Powershell Scripting
• Microsoft Exchange
• Operating Systems
• Dhcp
• Vmware Vsphere
• Aws Cloud Administration
• Domain Name System (Dns)
• Citrix Xenapp 6.5
• Incident Management
• Vmware