Shilu Prasad
About Shilu Prasad
Shilu Prasad is a Data Center Engineer and IT Engineer with over six years of experience in IT infrastructure management and networking operations. He holds multiple certifications and currently works at Du in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Work at du
Shilu Prasad has been employed at du since 2018, serving as a Data Center Engineer and IT Engineer. In this role, he is responsible for managing IT infrastructure operations, which includes analyzing and tuning resource utilization to align with business priorities. His position requires a strong understanding of networking operations and system administration, which he has developed over his extensive career in IT.
Education and Expertise
Shilu Prasad holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Science from Anna University, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. Prior to that, he studied at Amritha Sanskrit Higher Secondary School and earned his Bachelor of Engineering from 2000 to 2005. He possesses several professional certifications, including ITIL, CCNA, CCENT, and MCTS, which enhance his technical expertise in IT infrastructure management.
Background
Before joining du, Shilu Prasad worked as a System Administrator at Al Boom Tourist Village from 2012 to 2018. This role provided him with valuable experience in system administration and networking operations. His career spans over 12 years, during which he has developed a comprehensive skill set in IT infrastructure management, networking operations, and database management.
Certifications and Skills
Shilu Prasad holds multiple certifications that validate his expertise in IT. These include ITIL, which focuses on IT service management, CCNA and CCENT, which are related to networking, and MCTS, which pertains to Microsoft technologies. He demonstrates proficiency in TCP/IP, DHCP, Active Directory, Wireless 802.11 a/b/g, and DNS, showcasing his hands-on expertise in managing complex IT systems.
Professional Skills
Shilu Prasad exhibits strong planning, communication, analytical, and negotiation skills. He is proficient in developing and implementing IT infrastructure budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness by obtaining competitive prices from suppliers. His ability to analyze and implement necessary changes in resource utilization is crucial for optimizing IT operations in his current role.