Niketan Nimbalkar

Data Integration and Analysis:

• Spearheaded comprehensive data integration projects, consolidating data from Azure, AWS, and GCP for improved decision-making.
• Ensured data security and integrity during integration processes by managing key changes and updates.
• Conducted advanced statistical analyses to provide actionable insights and foster a data-driven culture.
• Maintained data hygiene across various sources, ensuring accurate and error-free data integration.

Azure Cloud FinOps Management:

• Led FinOps initiatives by showcasing bill utilization across various meter categories, correlating data with infrastructure ownership.
• Analyzed and presented subscription-level usage trends over the past year, optimizing costs for virtual machines.
• Identified and addressed unused virtual machines and unknown servers, enhancing cost efficiency by eliminating unnecessary expenditures.

CMDB Management:

• Managed CMDB data accuracy, hygiene, and integrity from both cloud and on-premises sources.
• Optimized data integration processes for the CMDB by tweaking source code logic and updating documentation.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, integrating them into CMDB development and ensuring Splunk dashboard accessibility for real-time insights.

Splunk Administration and Automation:

• Led the administration of Splunk, including upgrading Forwarders, managing dashboard access, and creating alert systems to automate and optimize data workflows.
• Developed and maintained operational reports in Splunk, contributing to operational efficiency and proactive communication.

Microsoft Fabric & Arc:

• Administered workspaces in Microsoft Fabric to automate data pipelines and forecast data in PowerBI, creating dashboards and managing RBAC roles.
• Managed resources in Microsoft Arc by creating subscriptions, resource groups, and integrating virtual machines from hybrid cloud and on-premises environments.
• Utilized KQL queries to monitor server utilization and optimize billing for resource management.

• Service Management and Application Development : Provided business analysis for recurring incidents, aiding in problem resolution
• Led ServiceNow application development, from requirement gathering to deployment
• Reviewed and enhanced the performance of Service Desk L1 Analysts to meet productivity goals
• Problem Management and Compliance : Managed problem tickets, ensuring efficient flow through the Problem Management process
• Ensured adherence to service policies and SLA targets, improving operational efficiency.

• End-User Support and Hardware Management : Installed, configured, and maintained end-user workstation hardware and network peripherals
• Recommended and executed hardware improvements, enhancing system performance
• Vendor Management and Incident Resolution : Collaborated with vendors for asset validation and negotiated service rates
• Analyzed incident management processes, contributing to efficient problem resolution.

• System Maintenance and Performance Monitoring: Installed and configured workstation hardware, maintaining optimal performance through regular testing and monitoring
• Provided detailed performance reports, aiding in system optimization
• Vendor Collaboration : Worked closely with vendors to troubleshoot hardware issues, ensuring timely warranty services.

• Technical Support and Troubleshooting : Installed and troubleshooted Windows OS, printers, and other peripherals, ensuring seamless operation
• Configured email clients and improved system performance through regular maintenance.

• System Installation and Data Management: Installed and operated Windows Servers and managed data backup and retrieval processes
• Ensured hardware compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining operational integrity.