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Mangaldeep
Barai
IT System Administrator and Cloud Engineer with proven expertise in enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud deployments, and security compliance. Skilled in Google Cloud, AWS, Kubernetes, and DevOps automation. Currently pursuing CKAD certification to strengthen cloud-native skills.
Professional Experience
A journey of continuous learning and delivering impactful solutions across cloud infrastructure, system administration, and security compliance.
System Administrator & IT Support
Managing IT infrastructure for 80+ employees with a 3-member IT team, specializing in cloud deployments and security compliance.
Key Achievements:
- Managed end-to-end Google Cloud Platform (GCP) deployments covering GKE, VPC, Cloud Router, VPN, and IaaS
- Implemented Zero Trust Security across the organization, aligning with Indian IT compliance standards
- Deployed and maintained employee monitoring tools, enhancing productivity tracking and data protection
- Automated employee onboarding and exit processes, streamlining workflows across HR and IT functions
- Configured and managed Fortinet Firewalls, IPSec tunnels, and VPNs, improving perimeter defense by 30%
- Oversaw local server infrastructure: Zimbra (mail), Mattermost (chat), Git (SCM), and Nextcloud Office
- Built and maintained CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins & Git integrated with Kubernetes workloads
- Implemented Google Workspace policies and Google Cloud Secret Manager for data security
Technologies:
Cloud Support Engineer & Consultant
Delivered cloud solutions for SMB clients in a 2-member project team using GCP, AWS, and VibeGames Cloud.
Key Achievements:
- Delivered cloud solutions for SMB clients using GCP, AWS, and VibeGames Cloud
- Designed and maintained CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and Git for continuous integration workflows
- Provided troubleshooting and automation for Windows and Linux servers
- Developed and deployed DDoS protection using Cloudflare, Spectrum, and open-source firewalling
- Supported IT ticketing systems, enterprise networking, and client cloud migrations
- Designed and implemented DevOps adoption strategies, enabling scalable deployments for clients
- Reduced client downtime by 85% with hybrid Cloudflare and open-source firewall solution
Technologies:
Key Projects
A showcase of infrastructure projects, security implementations, and automation solutions that have delivered significant value to organizations and clients.
AR/VR Deployment with GCP Backend
Designed secure and scalable infrastructure for immersive XR solutions.
Automated Employee Lifecycle System
Implemented seamless onboarding/offboarding automation with AD and GSuite integration.
Client DDoS Protection Solution
Reduced downtime by 85% with hybrid Cloudflare and open-source firewall solution.
Terraform Infrastructure Modules
Built reusable Terraform modules for multi-environment GCP deployments.
Enterprise CI/CD Pipeline
Built and maintained CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins & Git integrated with Kubernetes workloads.
Zero Trust Security Implementation
Implemented Zero Trust Security across organization, aligning with Indian IT compliance standards.
Technical Skills
A comprehensive toolkit spanning cloud technologies, system administration, DevOps automation, and security compliance for enterprise IT infrastructure.
Cloud Platforms
Cloud infrastructure and services
Containerization & Orchestration
Container and Kubernetes technologies
DevOps Tools
CI/CD and automation tools
System Administration
OS and server management
Networking & Security
Network and security infrastructure
Collaboration Tools
Enterprise communication platforms
Infrastructure as Code
IaC and automation
Monitoring & Observability
System monitoring and analytics
Security & Compliance
Security and compliance management
AR/VR Infrastructure
Immersive technology deployment
Additional Skills
Other technical competencies
Continuous Learning
Currently pursuing CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer) certification to further strengthen cloud-native and container orchestration expertise. Committed to staying current with evolving cloud technologies and DevOps practices.
Leadership & Community
Passionate about empowering others, building communities, and using technology to create positive impact in education and student innovation.
Leadership Experience
Student Coordinator Head
Institution Innovation Council, UEM Kolkata
2021 - 2023
Led innovation programs and technical initiatives for 400+ students, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
Key Achievements:
- Coordinated innovation programs, technical fests, and hackathons with participation from 400+ students
- Organized project competitions, talk shows, and tech fests, fostering peer learning and collaboration
- Guided student teams in cloud-native and DevOps project practices
- Mentored peers and supported early-stage innovation and startup ideas
- Built relationships with industry partners for student mentorship opportunities
Skills Demonstrated:
Mission & Values
I believe technology should serve humanity and create opportunities for everyone. Through leadership roles and mentoring, I strive to:
Educate
Share knowledge and empower others to build innovative solutions
Innovate
Foster creativity and drive technological advancement in cloud infrastructure
Mentor
Guide peers and students in DevOps and cloud-native practices
Education & Certifications
Continuous learning journey through formal education and industry certifications in cloud technologies, DevOps, and system administration.
Academic Background
B.Tech in Computer Science & Technology
University of Engineering & Management, Kolkata (UEM)
Comprehensive computer science education with focus on software development, cloud computing, and system administration.
Key Coursework:
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Operating Systems
- Computer Networks
- Database Management Systems
- Cloud Computing
- Software Engineering
Achievements:
- Student Coordinator Head, Institution Innovation Council (2021-2023)
- Coordinated innovation programs and hackathons with 400+ students
- Guided student teams in cloud-native and DevOps practices
- Mentored peers on technical projects and startup ideas
Notable Projects:
- Cloud infrastructure deployment projects using GCP and AWS
- DevOps automation and CI/CD pipeline implementations
- System administration and network security projects
Higher Secondary (WBCHSE)
Bethuadahari Jagat Chanda Memo High School
Professional Certifications
Google IT Support Professional Certificate
Skills Validated:
Innovating with Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence
Google Cloud
Skills Validated:
DevOps with Gemini
Google Cloud
Skills Validated:
Getting Started with Terraform for Google Cloud
Google Cloud
Skills Validated:
Terraform Fundamentals
Google Cloud
Skills Validated:
Infrastructure as Code with Terraform
Google Cloud
Skills Validated:
DevOps Mastery Specialization
KodeCloud
Skills Validated:
CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer)
Cloud Native Computing Foundation
Skills Validated:
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