Ruwan Kumara
About Ruwan Kumara
Ruwan Kumara is a Manager of Cloud Architecture and Systems at Epiq, where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in IT, having held various roles in systems administration and information security, and holds a Master of Information Technology from Swinburne University of Technology.
Current Role at Epiq
Ruwan Kumara serves as the Manager of Cloud Architecture and Systems at Epiq, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the AWS environment, ensuring it aligns with the strategic goals of the business. He actively seeks cost reductions and performance improvements within the AWS framework. Kumara also serves as the single point of accountability for client satisfaction across various IT infrastructure projects, regularly briefing executive leadership on project timelines, budgets, and milestones.
Previous Experience in IT
Before joining Epiq, Ruwan Kumara worked at NuLegal Pty Ltd as the Manager of Information Systems & Security from 2013 to 2017. Prior to that, he was an IT Support Officer at Potter Farrelly & Associates from 2007 to 2009 and served as a Systems/Networks Administrator at NEAMI from 2010 to 2013. His diverse experience in IT roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of systems administration and network management.
Educational Background
Ruwan Kumara studied at Swinburne University of Technology, where he earned a Master of Information Technology with a focus on Network Design and Security from 2005 to 2007. He also completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, specializing in Network and System Administration, from 2003 to 2005. This educational foundation has contributed to his expertise in cloud architecture and systems management.
Project Design and Implementation
In his current role at Epiq, Ruwan Kumara has designed and implemented cost-effective eDiscovery hosting and processing platforms using Relativity and NUIX. These platforms are utilized for both client projects and internal initiatives, showcasing his ability to integrate technology solutions that meet business needs.