Architecting Scalable Cloud Identity.
Experienced Azure Cloud Engineer at FNZ with expertise in architecting robust cloud infrastructures, leading cloud migrations, and implementing comprehensive automation solutions. Proven track record in optimizing Azure networking, security, and cost management while driving CI/CD excellence. I specialize in Kubernetes, Terraform, and automated CI/CD pipelines on Azure.
Work Experience
Azure Cloud Engineer
FNZ
Infrastructure
Architected and deployed robust Azure cloud infrastructures, leveraging services like Azure Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks, Load Balancers, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for high availability and scalability
Migration
Spearheaded cloud migration initiatives, transitioning large-scale enterprise applications from on-premises to Azure, focusing on performance optimization, cost reduction, and enhanced security
Automation
Led automation of infrastructure provisioning and management using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Terraform
Networking
Optimized Azure networking solutions, including VPN and ExpressRoute, ensuring seamless connectivity and security between on-premises and Azure resources
Security
Implemented Azure Security Center, Azure Active Directory (AAD) for enforcing security practices, configuring role-based access control, ensuring regulatory compliance
Storage
Designed and managed Azure storage solutions (Blob Storage, Files, Data Lake), ensuring data redundancy, cost-effective scaling, and optimized access control
CI/CD
Streamlined CI/CD processes by creating automated pipelines with Azure DevOps, integrating build, test, deployment processes, and accelerating software delivery cycles
Cost Optimization
Drove cost optimization initiatives using Azure Cost Management identifying underutilized resources and ensuring business continuity through disaster recovery solutions like Azure Site Recovery and Azure Backup
Technical Skills
Core Azure Services
DevOps & Automation
Monitoring & Security
Networking & Storage
Featured Case Studies
Cloud Migration to Azure (Lift & Shift + Modernize)
Migrated an on‑prem web app to Azure with phased modernization for database and storage; added observability and autoscaling.
Read the case study →Azure DevOps CI/CD Pipeline for .NET & React
Automated pipeline for full-stack app with test gates, container build, and blue/green deployment via slot swaps.
Read the case study →Terraform IaC with Policy Governance
Provisioned VNets, web apps, and storage via Terraform with policy guardrails and remote state in Storage Account.
Read the case study →Education
Calicut University
Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (003)
Azure DevOps · CI/CD Pipeline
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Recent Runs
CI/CD & Delivery
Every change I ship goes through a rigorous automated pipeline: containerized builds, security scanning, staged rollouts, and zero-downtime blue/green deploys on AKS. Click Run Pipeline above to simulate it.
Latest Articles
Optimizing AKS Autoscaling for Cost Efficiency
A deep dive into configuring Horizontal Pod Autoscaler (HPA) and Cluster Autoscaler to reduce Azure Kubernetes Service costs by up to 40% without compromising performance.
Read ArticleTerraform Best Practices for Large DevOps Teams
Managing state files, module versioning, and implementing policy-as-code (Sentinel/Azure Policy) when working with multiple engineers on shared infrastructure.
Read ArticleAchieving Zero-Downtime Deployments on Azure App Service
Step-by-step guide to implementing blue/green deployments using Azure App Service deployment slots and Azure DevOps pipelines.
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