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PRITESH
Pritesh Kumar
KUMAR

I'm Pritesh Kumar, an IT Infrastructure, Network, Security and Cloud professional with 14+ years of experience working with enterprise technology environments.

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My work sits at the intersection of infrastructure, networking, security, cloud, and IT operations. I like solving practical problems and making complex infrastructure understandable.

What I Work With

01

Infrastructure

Servers, storage, virtualization, and data center operations.

02

Network & Security

Firewalls, routing, switching, and perimeter defense.

03

Cloud

AWS architecture, migration, and cloud-native services.

04

IT Operations

Monitoring, automation, patching, and service delivery.

05

Security & Governance

Policies, compliance, risk management, and audits.

About

I approach technology with a practical mindset - systems should work reliably, securely, and transparently. Over 14 years, I've learned that the best infrastructure is the kind nobody notices because it just works.

I'm currently deepening my expertise in cloud security architecture and zero-trust networking. I believe in continuous learning and sharing what I discover along the way.

Career

2021–Present
2019–2021
2017–2019
2012–2017

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I Renewed an SSL Certificate the Old-Fashioned Way, On-Prem, No Panel, No Auto-Renew
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I Renewed an SSL Certificate the Old-Fashioned Way, On-Prem, No Panel, No Auto-Renew

Note: The domain and app name below (Priteshkumar.com) are illustrative s used for reference, the actual production system involved is different.

Everyone Secures the Firewall. Almost Nobody Secures the Login Page
Cyber Security

Everyone Secures the Firewall. Almost Nobody Secures the Login Page

Most organizations secure their firewall with strong passwords and access policies - but leave the admin panel exposed on a raw public IP. Here's how to fix it for free using FQDN and Let's Encrypt SSL on FortiGate.

How Four Hours and Three AI Tools Built My Website
AI Tools

How Four Hours and Three AI Tools Built My Website

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Seeds Fincap Private Limited · 2021–Present

IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & Cloud Leadership

I lead the organization's IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, compliance, and cloud operations, with responsibility for building secure, reliable, and scalable technology environments.

  • ▸ Own end to end IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, compliance, and cloud operations.
  • ▸ Architect and secure enterprise networks using FortiGate firewalls, VPNs, network segmentation, and access controls.
  • ▸ Lead AWS operations covering identity and access management, security hardening, cost optimization, availability, and governance.
  • ▸ Drive ISMS and information security compliance, including risk assessments, audits, control implementation, and remediation.
  • ▸ Govern IT asset lifecycle, procurement, vendor management, SLA performance, and branch infrastructure.
  • ▸ Lead cross functional teams and technology partners from planning and implementation through successful delivery.
  • ▸ Manage critical IT and security escalations through structured incident response, root cause analysis, and long term corrective actions.
Mascallnet India Pvt Ltd · 2019–2021

Network Infrastructure, Systems & Security

As a Network Administrator, I was responsible for managing core network and server infrastructure while strengthening the organization’s security posture and supporting business critical technology platforms.

  • ▸ Architected and managed LAN/WAN infrastructure with a focus on availability, performance, reliability, and audit compliance.
  • ▸ Administered Windows and Linux servers supporting business critical applications and core IT services.
  • ▸ Conducted security reviews and vulnerability assessments using OpenVAS and OWASP ZAP, with security practices aligned to OWASP principles.
  • ▸ Managed FortiGate firewall policies, network access controls, and security configurations based on operational requirements.
  • ▸ Supported core infrastructure for MySQL, Apache, VoIP/SIP, and dialer platforms.
  • ▸ Led and mentored the end user support team, improving escalation handling, troubleshooting, and overall service quality.
Satya Microcapital Ltd · 2017–2019

IT Infrastructure, Network Security & Endpoint Management

As an Assistant Manager, I managed core IT infrastructure and security operations across multiple branches, with a focus on network security, endpoint protection, systems administration, and service continuity.

  • ▸ Administered Windows Server 2016, including Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP services.
  • ▸ Designed and managed network security using Cyberoam firewalls, VPNs, and access control policies.
  • ▸ Implemented endpoint security, Data Loss Prevention controls, and encryption policies to strengthen information security.
  • ▸ Led the rollout of Scalefusion MDM while managing Linux servers and backup infrastructure.
  • ▸ Maintained the stability, availability, and continuity of IT services across multiple branches.
  • ▸ Supported day to day infrastructure operations, troubleshooting, and security requirements across the organization.
Onicra Credit Rating Agency of India Ltd · 2012–2017

IT Infrastructure, Systems & Technical Leadership

As a Technical Lead, I managed core IT infrastructure and supported the organization’s day to day technology operations, while taking responsibility for infrastructure deployment, access management, and technical support.

  • ▸ Led the installation, configuration, and administration of servers, endpoints, and network infrastructure.
  • ▸ Managed user access controls, shared resources, enterprise hardware, and core IT services.
  • ▸ Supervised the system support team, coordinating technical operations and ensuring timely issue resolution.
  • ▸ Maintained the stability and availability of IT infrastructure supporting day to day business operations.
  • ▸ Provided technical guidance and troubleshooting support for infrastructure, systems, and end user requirements.