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Mahesh Adithiyha

@maheshadithiyha

Global Principal Architect | IT/OT & Network | Azure, SD-WAN, Cybersecurity | Driving Remote-First Digital Transformation & Operational Excellence

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a challenging role that leverages my expertise in IT infrastructure and project management to drive business growth and expansion.

I am a Principal Infrastructure Architect with 12+ years of experience designing secure, scalable, and high-performance IT/OT networks across global enterprises. My expertise spans SD-WAN, Azure, hybrid cloud, Zero Trust, datacentre modernization, and enterprise security.

I specialize in turning business goals into technical strategies that deliver measurable results. Examples include reducing operational costs by 40% with resilient SD-WAN deployments, strengthening compliance and security through Zero Trust in Azure hybrid environments, and improving application performance by 30% via automation and optimization.

Beyond technical depth, I bring strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. I have successfully led large-scale transformation projects across the US, EU, and APAC, ensuring alignment between business priorities and engineering execution. My work consistently results in higher uptime, lower OpEx, improved compliance, and stronger client satisfaction.

I thrive in remote-first, global delivery environments where collaboration, clarity, and execution matter. Whether integrating IT systems post-M&A, migrating workloads to the cloud, or building secure data center infrastructure, I focus on creating resilient architectures that power long-term innovation.

I am now seeking senior architect opportunities where I can apply my expertise in cloud transformation, infrastructure modernization, and network security to help organizations achieve secure, efficient, and future-ready IT environments.

Core Skills: IT/OT Architecture | Cloud Migration (Azure, Hybrid) | SD-WAN | Zero Trust Security | Cybersecurity | Enterprise Architecture | Data Centre Design | ITIL | Project Delivery | Global Remote Leadership

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IT Infrastructure - Principal Solutions Architect

Current

Freelancer

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Orchestrated Greenfield IT/OT Network Deployments: Delivered end-to-end IT infrastructure projects, encompassing LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, Network Firewalls, and Wireless solutions, achieving scalable and secure network designs for SMB and Enterprise environments. Led Strategic M&A Network Consolidations: Directed the transition to Cisco SDN, integrating Cisco ACI, UCS, Azure, SD-WAN, and Zscaler, ensuring

Firewalls Wireless Cisco Cisco ACI Azure Zscaler Cross Functional Team Management Client Relationship Management

IT Infrastructure - Sr. Solutions Architect / IT Project Manager

Visa, Inc (ARS Solutions Pvt Ltd)

Aug 2021 - Oct 2021 (2 months)

Spearheaded Visa, Inc.'s M&A Integration as Principal Network Solutions Advisor, driving network architecture alignment and ensuring cohesive integration with corporate objectives. Fostered collaboration with stakeholders to navigate complex integration initiatives, leveraging technology across hardware, software, databases, and peripherals. Translated intricate business requirements into robust t

M&A Network Architecture Collaboration Integration Technologies Project Management

IT Infrastructure - Head Project & Service Delivery / Solutions Architect

Global Services

Jan 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 7 months)

Drove Organizational Growth: Accelerated IT Services sector expansion through strategic sales and pre-sales leadership, fostering key client partnerships and crafting customized solutions. Network Solutions Architect: Engineered tailored LAN, WAN, internet, surveillance, and wireless communication systems to meet unique customer requirements. Cloud Services Expertise: Executed seamless IaaS and Pa

Sales Leadership Pre Sales Network Architecture Cloud Services Network Security Virtualization Cisco

IT Project Lead / Sr. Solution Architect - D&T

West Pharmaceutical Packaging India Pvt Ltd

Jul 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 2 months)

Strategic Leadership: Spearheaded cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of IT infrastructure projects aligned with corporate objectives. Sales & Pre-Sales Excellence: Drove organizational growth in IT services through dynamic sales leadership, fostering key client relationships and crafting customized solutions. Network Architecture Expertise: Engineered and deployed intricate netwo

Project Management Network Architecture Stakeholder Engagement Team Management IT Operations Management Technical Design

Engineer - Customer Support

Cisco Systems India Pvt Ltd

Jul 2011 - Dec 2013 (2 years 5 months)

Advanced Network Solutions: Spearheaded the deployment and troubleshooting of advanced customer networks, focusing on Cisco Telepresence products to guarantee peak performance and high customer satisfaction. Expertise in Network Troubleshooting: Delivered in-depth consultations to independently resolve intricate network challenges, adeptly managing a variety of complex networks featuring diverse m

Cisco Troubleshooting VSPhere Training

Engineer - Software

Cisco Systems India Pvt Ltd (Ma Foi)

Aug 2008 - Oct 2011 (3 years 2 months)

Expertly administered Unified Communication systems, including CUCM, Unity Connection, and Presence Server, for over 200 users, guaranteeing high availability and streamlined communications. Spearheaded the deployment and software validation of Unified Communication products, ensuring high-performance solutions in production environments. Engineered and executed Cisco UCS Integrated Infrastructure

Unified Communications Cisco Project Management Energy Efficiency Collaboration Cost Efficiency Strategy

Associate - Project Management Group

SIFY Ltd

Apr 2006 - Mar 2007 (11 months)

Spearheaded strategic planning and execution of IP/MPLS VPN and VOIP (H.323/SIP) solutions, elevating network performance for 100+ corporate clients in Karnataka and skyrocketing customer satisfaction. Achieved a 20% revenue surge by delivering projects on time and within budget through meticulous implementation and stringent project oversight. Crafted detailed Project Scope Statements, garnering

Project Management Network Stakeholder Management Cross Functional Collaboration