Vishal Kansara

IT infrastructure professional with 22+ years of hands-on experience across system administration, network infrastructure, virtualization, server and storage management, IT operations, and ELV/security systems. Experienced in designing, implementing, supporting, and maintaining IT environments for office, factory, and remote users. Strong background in VMware, Windows Server, LAN/WAN/MPLS, VPN, NAS/SAN, backup, IP surveillance, access control, structured cabling, vendor coordination, and end-user support.

Proven experience working with international corporate infrastructure, including network integration with Germany-based headquarters.

IT Infrastructure & ELV Solutions Consultant - SELF-EMPLOYED / INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT - Gujarat

(2022-01)

• Deliver end-to-end IT infrastructure and ELV solutions, from planning and technical design through implementation and ongoing maintenance.
• Design and deploy IP CCTV surveillance systems, NVR storage, electronic access control, and smart automation systems.
• Design and manage structured cabling projects using Cat6 and fiber optic infrastructure, including switching/routing layouts and secure network links.
• Deploy physical and virtual server environments, integrate SAN/NAS storage, and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Prepare BOQs, verify technical specifications, coordinate vendors, manage vendor lifecycles, and support IT/ELV procurement.

Senior Executive – IT - DURAVIT INDIA PVT. LTD. - Ahmedabad, Gujarat

(2010-07 - 2022-12)

• Managed IT operations supporting the office, factory, and remote users, including around 150 factory users and 100 remote users.
• Successfully integrated the factory network with the India corporate office and the headquarters in Hornberg, Germany.
• Managed an enterprise environment using MPLS connectivity, VPN backup, VMware, IBM Lotus Domino, AS400/800, and remote desktop technologies.
• Installed, configured, and managed VMware vSphere 7.5 environments.
• Maintained NAS and SAN storage capacity and supported reliable day-to-day storage operations.
• Managed IBM Lotus Domino server operations, including user creation through scripts, security ACLs, and quota management.
• Managed onsite and offsite backup operations using Symantec Backup Exec and GFS backup methods.
• Provided hardware and software support, coordinated IT-related purchasing with vendors, and maintained daily IT documentation.
• Established the complete IT infrastructure for the factory location and handled IT purchase, installation, and configuration activities.
• Implemented VMware ESX virtualization to support multiple virtual hardware platforms, reduce dependence on physical hardware, and improve infrastructure efficiency.
• Designed and implemented an RF network link for a remote factory where optical fiber was not available, achieving almost 99% uptime.
• Supported an infrastructure consisting of VMware servers, Active Directory Services (ADS), Lotus Domino 9.5, Cisco VPN, and WAN, serving around 130 desktop users and 90 roaming users.

System Administrator - C.M. SMITH & SONS LTD. - Nadiad, Gujarat

(2005-03 - 2010-06)

• Installed, configured, and administered Windows Server 2003 for file, print, FTP, and web services.
• Supported Windows 2003, Windows XP, hardware, and software for more than 80 users.
• Installed and administered antivirus server infrastructure.
• Troubleshot printers and provided day-to-day hardware and software support.
• Worked with vendors and customers on hardware, software, and network requirements.
• Designed and implemented network, security, and system administration policies.
• Implemented backup and recovery policies and maintained company network and software assets.
• Maintained documentation for new product configuration and maintenance.

System Administrator - S.S.I. LIMITED - Ahmedabad, Gujarat

(2002-08 - 2005-07)

• Installed, configured, and administered Windows 2000 Server for file, print, FTP, web, Telnet, and mail services.
• Provided remote Windows Server administration using VNC and Terminal Server Client.
• Supported Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows NT, and Windows 9x environments for more than 45 users.
• Installed and administered Norton Antivirus Server.
• Tested and implemented new software and server solutions.
• Troubleshot printers and provided end-user hardware and software support.
• Implemented backup and recovery policies and maintained company IT assets.

Bachelor of Commerce - Gujarat University (1999-12)