Varuna Rajapaksha
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Heshan Dharmasena
Varuna was a candidate of Red Hat Certified Systems Administration training program which conducted by myself in our institute. Varuna was more from Windows background and he has tons of numerous experiences in different methodologies related to Windows. Even he was bit new to Linux, I admire his dedication and catchup every single point perfectly. He is a dedicated engineer for the task he assigned and read lot about the technology he interest. He has very good attitude which is must to have as a Engineer and that earn respect from everyone. I have no hesitation on recommending him to any kind of technical position, as I know that he will surely pickup everything in very soon than you think.
Mario De Livera
Varuna, is a highly talented, expert resource in his field of work. (As a Tech lead - Systems Engineer) He is a passionate, hard working, self motivated individual who goes the extra mile to solve issues and help fellow employees as and when required. He is also an abled technician who proactively monitor, interrelate all aspects of the systems and make recommendations and provide solutions. In addition, he's a helpful team player who has a friendly attitude and a likable character. He can be highly recommended for any suitable position.
Heshan Dharmasena
Varuna was a candidate of Red Hat Certified Systems Administration training program which conducted by myself in our institute. Varuna was more from Windows background and he has tons of numerous experiences in different methodologies related to Windows. Even he was bit new to Linux, I admire his dedication and catchup every single point perfectly. He is a dedicated engineer for the task he assigned and read lot about the technology he interest. He has very good attitude which is must to have as a Engineer and that earn respect from everyone. I have no hesitation on recommending him to any kind of technical position, as I know that he will surely pickup everything in very soon than you think.
Mario De Livera
Varuna, is a highly talented, expert resource in his field of work. (As a Tech lead - Systems Engineer) He is a passionate, hard working, self motivated individual who goes the extra mile to solve issues and help fellow employees as and when required. He is also an abled technician who proactively monitor, interrelate all aspects of the systems and make recommendations and provide solutions. In addition, he's a helpful team player who has a friendly attitude and a likable character. He can be highly recommended for any suitable position.
Heshan Dharmasena
Varuna was a candidate of Red Hat Certified Systems Administration training program which conducted by myself in our institute. Varuna was more from Windows background and he has tons of numerous experiences in different methodologies related to Windows. Even he was bit new to Linux, I admire his dedication and catchup every single point perfectly. He is a dedicated engineer for the task he assigned and read lot about the technology he interest. He has very good attitude which is must to have as a Engineer and that earn respect from everyone. I have no hesitation on recommending him to any kind of technical position, as I know that he will surely pickup everything in very soon than you think.
Mario De Livera
Varuna, is a highly talented, expert resource in his field of work. (As a Tech lead - Systems Engineer) He is a passionate, hard working, self motivated individual who goes the extra mile to solve issues and help fellow employees as and when required. He is also an abled technician who proactively monitor, interrelate all aspects of the systems and make recommendations and provide solutions. In addition, he's a helpful team player who has a friendly attitude and a likable character. He can be highly recommended for any suitable position.
Heshan Dharmasena
Varuna was a candidate of Red Hat Certified Systems Administration training program which conducted by myself in our institute. Varuna was more from Windows background and he has tons of numerous experiences in different methodologies related to Windows. Even he was bit new to Linux, I admire his dedication and catchup every single point perfectly. He is a dedicated engineer for the task he assigned and read lot about the technology he interest. He has very good attitude which is must to have as a Engineer and that earn respect from everyone. I have no hesitation on recommending him to any kind of technical position, as I know that he will surely pickup everything in very soon than you think.
Mario De Livera
Varuna, is a highly talented, expert resource in his field of work. (As a Tech lead - Systems Engineer) He is a passionate, hard working, self motivated individual who goes the extra mile to solve issues and help fellow employees as and when required. He is also an abled technician who proactively monitor, interrelate all aspects of the systems and make recommendations and provide solutions. In addition, he's a helpful team player who has a friendly attitude and a likable character. He can be highly recommended for any suitable position.
Credentials
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Microsoft Certified Trainer 2022-2023
MicrosoftJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified Trainer 2022-2023
MicrosoftJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
AZ-303 Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies
MicrosoftDec, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
AZ-303 Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies
MicrosoftDec, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
AZ-500 Microsoft Azure Security Exam Certification 2021
UdemyAug, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Become an Azure Security Engineer
LinkedInJul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Prepare for the Microsoft Azure Administrator Exam (AZ-104)
LinkedInJun, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator
UdemyMay, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Prepare for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Exam (SAA-C02)
UdemyFeb, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Prepare for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Exam (SAA-C02)
LinkedInFeb, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
MCSE: Server Infrastructure
MicrosoftFeb, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Cloud Platform and Infrastructure (*Charter)
MicrosoftNov, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure
MicrosoftNov, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
MCSA: Windows Server 2012
MicrosoftMay, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
MS: Windows 7, Configuring
MicrosoftDec, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
MCSA: Windows 8
MicrosoftNov, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
MCITP: Enterprise Messaging Administrator on Exchange 2010
MicrosoftFeb, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Configuration
MicrosoftJan, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
MCITP: Enterprise Administrator on Windows Server 2008
MicrosoftDec, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
MCSA: Windows Server 2008
MicrosoftNov, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuration
MicrosoftOct, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuration
MicrosoftAug, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuration
MicrosoftMay, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
MCTS: Windows 7, Configuration
MicrosoftNov, 2011- Oct, 2024 -
MCITP: Enterprise Support Technician on Windows Vista
MicrosoftJan, 2008- Oct, 2024 -
MCITP: Enterprise Support Technician on Windows Vista
MicrosoftJan, 2008- Oct, 2024 -
MCTS: Microsoft Windows Vista, Configuration
MicrosoftDec, 2007- Oct, 2024 -
MCSE1: Messaging on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftDec, 2006- Oct, 2024 -
MCSE1: Security on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftDec, 2006- Oct, 2024 -
MCSE1: Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftDec, 2006- Oct, 2024 -
MCSA1: Security on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftOct, 2006- Oct, 2024 -
MCSA1: Messaging on Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftJul, 2006- Oct, 2024 -
MCSA1: Windows Server 2003
MicrosoftJul, 2006- Oct, 2024 -
MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional
MicrosoftDec, 2005- Oct, 2024 -
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Amazon Web Services (AWS)Feb, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
MicrosoftMar, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
MicrosoftSep, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified Trainer 2021-2022
MicrosoftAug, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
MicrosoftJul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
Red HatJul, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Red HatAug, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Advance Diploma for Linux Administration
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco -
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert: Productivity
Microsoft
Experience
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Assette
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Australia
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Leasing Non-residential Real Estate
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Lead - Infrastructure
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Jul 2021 - Present
Responsible for all aspects of the infrastructure team Managing Azure-hosted company infrastructure Team mentoring & evaluations Roadmaps Planning, and Enhancements IT Services Documentation Budget Forecasting MS licensing, Certificates and 3rd party subscriptions renewals Collaboratively works with DevOps and higher management as required Responsible for all aspects of the infrastructure team Managing Azure-hosted company infrastructure Team mentoring & evaluations Roadmaps Planning, and Enhancements IT Services Documentation Budget Forecasting MS licensing, Certificates and 3rd party subscriptions renewals Collaboratively works with DevOps and higher management as required
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Senior Tech Lead - Systems Engineering
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Jan 2008 - Jul 2021
• Primary responsibilities centered upon designing, building, maintaining, and administrating complex Windows/Linux platforms and operations of the globally spread medium-scale enterprise (L2 & L3 Infrastructure Support) • Implementing, administering, and supporting Microsoft Exchange server 2016 & O365 cloud with 500+ users, Active Sync, Email clients, and Email protocols • Implementing, administering, and supporting systems management, systems monitoring, and system deployment services on WDS/SUS/WSUS/SCCM/SCE/SCVMM/SCOM/SCDPM/ Microsoft Intune & third parties • Multisite AD management • Administering multisite Symantec Endpoint Protection servers with 500+ users • JBOSS middleware management • JBOSS version releases • Plan and execute project related work, including server, network, and datacenter migrations • Install, configure, update, and troubleshoot services for customers, such as OS level concerns, web server, database server, applications server, and mail; includes Apache, clustering, load balancing, FTP, SSH, and DNS • IT Services Documentation, SLA management with HP, Dell, Microsoft, ISPs, Local Partners, Documentation of Policies and Procedures, Helpdesk Presentations, Training, Roadmaps Planning, Enhancements • Confluence, Jira & Topdesk • IT Services Documentation, SLA management with HP, Dell, Microsoft, ISPs, Local Partners, Documentation of Policies and Procedures, Helpdesk Presentations, Training, Roadmaps Planning, Enhancements, MS licensing • Creating/teaching technical coursework to junior team members • VMs Management / Load Balancing / Auto Scaling, Storages and Replication, Security Groups and User Management, VPC Management, Subscriptions and Billing Management, Name Resolution, Alerts and Monitoring, and Other Management Tasks (Azure & AWS) Show less
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Debug Computer Peripherals (Pvt) Ltd
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Sri Lanka
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Customer Support Engineer
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Aug 2006 - Dec 2007
Primary responsibilities centered upon client management, interfacing with clients, requirement s gathering to define and generate statement of works and performing professional service for the clients Lan/Wan designs, budgeting, implementations, upgrading and troubleshooting Designing network and data communication solutions (e.g. Server, Routing, Switching, VPN, 802.11x communications etc.) Selection of suitable, reliable and cost effective products for designed solution Policies and procedures of the Help Desk (incident management) and NOC (24x7 network support) Show less
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ABC Computes (Pvt) Ltd
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Sri Lanka
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Customer Support Engineer
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Feb 2002 - Jul 2006
• Meet the clients and assessing their initial system requirements • Resolve problems with existing systems • Create, evaluate, build, launch, and test new systems • Coordinate customer problem resolutions on priority basis • Configure, administer, monitor, and debug window-based server • Maintain complete and accurate documentation of IT operations • Perform database analysis and design, and enhance system resources • Write scripts to improve access request processing, and reduce security threats • Structural caballing and provide assistance to high end network printer Show less
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Education
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Kingston University
Master of Science, Network & Information Security -
National School - Avissawella