Karthikeyan S
About Karthikeyan S
Karthikeyan S is a Staff Engineer specializing in Network and Security at Blaize in Hyderabad, India, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in identity management, network design, and incident management, with previous experience at Wipro Infotech and CtrlS Datacenters Ltd.
Work at Blaize
Karthikeyan S has been employed at Blaize as a Staff Engineer in the Network & Security department since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for creating user accounts on Office 365 and Okta for identity management. He also resolves login issues related to Okta. His work involves managing change, incidents, and problems in accordance with ISO standards. Karthikeyan prepares both high and low-level network design documents, including security aspects, for various projects at Blaize.
Education and Expertise
Karthikeyan S holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Mathematics and Computer Science from the Coimbatore Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2005 to 2008. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Systems Engineering from BITS Pilani, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in network engineering and security.
Background in Network Engineering
Before joining Blaize, Karthikeyan S worked at Wipro Infotech for a total of six years, where he held two positions. He started as a Network Engineer from 2008 to 2012 and later advanced to a Senior Network Engineer from 2012 to 2014. His responsibilities included configuring Cisco switches and Fortinet firewalls, as well as troubleshooting network issues. Following his tenure at Wipro Infotech, he worked at CtrlS Datacenters Ltd as an L3 Network & Security Engineer from 2014 to 2020.
Project Management and Documentation
In his current role and previous positions, Karthikeyan S has been responsible for project initiative roadmaps. This includes designing network infrastructures, planning IP addresses, deploying systems, and preparing handover documents. He initiates network change management processes, analyzes impacts, and prepares documentation according to ITIL standards. His work ensures that network operations align with best practices and organizational goals.
End-User Support and Operations Management
Karthikeyan S provides end-user support for IT-related issues, ensuring that users receive assistance with their technical problems. He maintains daily operations tickets within service level agreements (SLA), contributing to efficient operational workflows. His focus on incident management and problem resolution is integral to maintaining the overall functionality of the network and security systems.