Dharmendra Patel
About Dharmendra Patel
Dharmendra Patel is a Sr Unix Administrator and Backup Specialist with extensive experience in Linux security and cloud infrastructure management. He currently works at QAD, providing 24x7 support and managing backup systems, while also having a background at IBM and The Guardian Life Insurance Company.
Work at QAD
Since 2016, Dharmendra Patel has served as a Senior Unix Administrator, Backup Specialist, and Linux Security Admin at QAD in Mt. Laurel. In this role, he provides 24x7 support for the QAD cloud infrastructure, ensuring system health and resolving issues promptly. He is involved in setting up AWS sites to replicate production servers for disaster recovery purposes. Additionally, he plays a significant role in migrating systems from QAD to AWS Cloud, enhancing the organization's cloud infrastructure capabilities.
Previous Experience at IBM and The Guardian Life Insurance Company
Dharmendra Patel worked at IBM Global Process Services as an AIX Administrator from 2003 to 2007. Following this, he spent eight years at The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America in a similar role until 2015. His experience in these positions contributed to his expertise in managing Unix systems and backup solutions.
Expertise in Backup Systems and Cloud Infrastructure
Dharmendra Patel is recognized as a subject matter expert in managing Veeam and Commvault backup systems. His expertise extends to handling local repositories for REDHAT patches, ensuring synchronization across regional datacenters. He has also played a key role in setting up infrastructure in Alibaba Cloud China, showcasing his capabilities in cloud technology.
Current Role at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
In addition to his responsibilities at QAD, Dharmendra Patel has been working as an Information Technology Associate at JPMorgan Chase & Co. since 2015. His role involves various IT functions, further enhancing his skills and experience in the technology sector.
Specialization in Security and Automation
Dharmendra Patel specializes in security vulnerability mitigations, transitioning from Sophos Antivirus to McAfee Mvision. He also focuses on server build automation using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Terraform, reflecting his commitment to improving operational efficiency in IT environments.