RRrajeev ranjan
@rajeevranjan4
Experienced IT leader and ex-Air Force professional driving secure infrastructure.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven IT leader and former Indian Air Force Corporal with over 19 years of disciplined service and extensive experience in network and system administration, air traffic services, aviation firefighting, and CBRN training. I transitioned into the corporate sector and served as Senior Manager and Head of IT, Administration, and Human Resources at HardShell Technologies Pvt Ltd.
At HardShell I led IT infrastructure and operations, reduced downtime, implemented DR solutions for the Aadhaar Data Vault, and installed FortiGate firewalls and Thales HSM devices, enhancing security and reliability. My technical expertise spans Windows and Linux server administration, firewalls, virtualization, storage, AWS, database administration, and endpoint security.
I bring strong leadership, problem-solving, and operational discipline, having coordinated cross-team communications, optimized administrative processes, and managed HR functions including talent acquisition and performance management to build high-performing teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Manager - IT
HardShell Technologies Pvt Ltd
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 8 months)
Led IT, Administration, and HR functions, implementing DR infrastructure for Aadhaar Data Vault and reducing downtime through improved IT operations and process optimization. Managed security deployments including FortiGate and Thales HSMs while streamlining interdepartmental communications and HR processes.
Corporal — AFNET Technician
Indian Air Force
Jan 1997 - Jan 2017 (20 years)
Served 19 years managing AFNET station IT, providing server and network administration, cybersecurity, and air traffic support; led emergency aviation firefighting and CBRN readiness to maintain operational safety. Administered firewalls, virtualization platforms, and storage systems to sustain mission-critical services.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indian Air Force
Service tenure / Military training, Military / Air Force Operations
1997 - 2017
Served in the Indian Air Force for 20 years attaining the rank of Corporal with extensive technical and operational training.
IUIndira Gandhi National Open University
Master of Computer Applications, Computer Applications
Completed a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) via IGNOU, awarded in 2013.
Availability
Location
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Skills
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