The Modern Architect
Current Role
Associate Director (Infrastructure & Cloud Architecture) at Kyndryl India.
Target Vision
Seeking Principal Architect or Head of Infrastructure roles where I can leverage 20 years of "Iron-to-Cloud" experience to build resilient, scalable ecosystems.
The Modern Architect
“Complexity is the enemy of execution.”
I am Virtual Sachin, an Associate Director and Cloud Architect with over 20 years of experience building the internet’s backbone. From pulling fiber cables in dusty data centers to architecting serverless ecosystems for global financial giants, I have seen every layer of the stack.
I don’t just design systems; I build digital cathedrals—structures that are robust, beautiful in their utility, and built to outlast the trends.
My Philosophy
- Infrastructure as Code, Culture as Code: A script can build a server, but only culture can maintain it. I’ve spent 100+ hours in 2023 alone mastering modern DevOps toolchains to ensure I automate the “boring stuff” effectively.
- Identity is the Perimeter: The firewall is dead. In a work-from-anywhere world, I secure the Identity and the Data, not just the network edge.
- Data Gravity: Architecture follows data. Understanding how information flows is the key to designing the pipes that carry it.
What I Bring to a Team
- Bridge Builder: I speak both “Legacy Data Center” and “Cloud Native”, bridging the gap for enterprises in transition.
- Cost Discipline: I treat infrastructure cost as an architectural metric, not an afterthought.
- Mentorship: I don’t just build systems; I build the teams that run them.
Technical Radar
🎯 Strategic
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Cloud Architecture Azure Enterprise Scale, AWS Landing Zones, IBM SoftLayer
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Network Virtualization Deep expertise in VMware NSX-T, NSX-V, and SDDC
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Zero Trust Security Identity-First Architecture, Micro-segmentation
⚔️ Battle-Tested
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Infrastructure Code Terraform, Ansible Tower, Python (Netmiko/Paramiko)
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Core Networking BGP Traffic Engineering, OSPF, MPLS, HW-VTEP
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Security Appliances Palo Alto, Checkpoint, F5 LTM/GTM, Cisco ASA/Firepower
Verified Credentials & Milestones
I believe in continuous evolution. In 2023, I dedicated 100+ hours to mastering the modern DevOps stack to complement my infrastructure roots.
🏆 Industry Certifications
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
- VMware Certified: NSX-T Data Center 3.2 Professional
- VMware Certified: NSX Advanced Load Balancer (Avi) Administrator
- VMware Certified: NSX-T Federation & Multi-Site Specialist
📚 Specialized Training (2023)
- Infrastructure as Code: Advanced Terraform & Azure DevOps (25 Hours)
- Containerization: Docker & Kubernetes: The Practical Guide (23 Hours)
- Automation: Python Fundamentals for Network Engineers (45 Hours)
Connect
I am currently driving value as an Associate Director, but I am open to discussing Principal Architect roles where I can leverage my 20 years of experience.
Contact: [email protected] or LinkedIn.
Systems Integration Advisor
Architected private clouds for the financial sector. Built end-to-end automation suites using Ansible/PowerCLI.
VMware NSX Consultant
Designed the bridge between physical and virtual worlds. Migrated 500+ VMs with HCX and integrated Arista HW-VTEPs.
Technical Lead (Security)
Managed high-stakes security operations. Led the migration from Cisco ACE to F5 LTM during active attacks.
Assistant Manager
Greenfield build of two Tier-3 Data Centers. Managed physical infrastructure and core ISP routing.
Field Engineer
The trenches. Debugging RF links on rooftops and managing WiMAX infrastructure.