Vineeth Mohan

IT Manager | AWS Solutions Architect | Cloud Engineer

About Me

Vineeth Mohan

AWS Solutions Architect with 14+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud and IT infrastructure. Proven expertise in cloud architecture, cost management, migration, high availability, disaster recovery, and security.

Currently serving as IT Manager at ME Digital Group FZ LLC in Dubai, where I lead and manage IT operations while designing scalable, secure AWS architectures. I'm adept at managing large-scale projects, aligning technology with business goals, and ensuring operational excellence in cloud environments.

14+ Years Experience
6+ Certifications
UAE Based in Dubai

Technical Expertise

Cloud Infrastructure

AWS EC2 AWS S3 VPC RDS Lambda CloudWatch Route 53 CloudFront

System Administration

Windows Server Active Directory Linux VMware RAID NAS

Security & Networking

Firewall VPN VLAN SSL/TLS IAM Cloudflare

DevOps & Automation

Jenkins Git Terraform CloudFormation CI/CD

Communication Tools

Office 365 Google Workspace Zoho Mailchimp AWS SES

Marketing Integration

Google Ads Meta Ads AI Tools Analytics

Professional Experience

IT Manager
ME Digital Group FZ LLC, Dubai
Nov 2020 - Present
Senior IT Infrastructure Specialist
ME Digital Group FZ LLC, Dubai
May 2017 - Oct 2020

ME Digital Group operates a growing network of digital brands across the Middle East, including ExpatWoman.com and Cobone.com. Based in the UAE and KSA, the group reaches over 1.5 million unique visitors a month and 10 million plus page views, across its websites, helping brands meet their marketing goals through strong online presence and engagement.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Lead and manage IT operations, infrastructure, and support teams to ensure reliable system performance and high availability.
  • Design and implement scalable, secure AWS architectures using core services including EC2, S3, VPC, NAT, RDS, IAM, Route 53, CloudFront, Load Balancers, Auto Scaling, and Security Groups.
  • Monitor and optimize AWS resources using CloudWatch, creating custom dashboards, alarms, and automated responses to maintain application performance and cost efficiency.
  • Deploy automated backup and disaster recovery mechanisms using AWS Lambda for mission-critical workloads.
  • Implement AWS cost optimization strategies using tools like AWS Cost Explorer and CloudWatch.
  • Plan and execute secure deployments of AWS resources, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure scalability, reliability, and compliance.
  • Maintain documentation of AWS infrastructure, configurations, and operational procedures in line with best practices.
  • Ensure AWS infrastructure security through proper IAM role management, policy enforcement, and encryption mechanisms.
  • Basic understanding of Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and CloudFormation.
  • Provide DevOps and automation support through CI/CD pipeline implementation using Jenkins and Git.
  • Collaborate with engineering, QA, and DevOps teams to promote best practices in the development lifecycle.
  • Integrate AI tools with advertising and marketing tools like Google Ads, Meta Ads to generate instant reports and retrieve data with humanly questions
  • Configured and managed email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Amazon SES) for bulk email campaigns, and implemented survey platforms such as SurveyMonkey, Type form, Google Forms, and Microsoft Forms for data collection and customer feedback initiatives.
  • Implemented and managed Cloudflare services to enhance website security, performance, and availability through features such as DDoS protection, WAF (Web Application Firewall), SSL/TLS encryption.
  • Collaborated with the development team to integrate Twilio, Mandrillapp and Mobishastra for user verification via transactional SMS, and facilitated Sender ID (SID) registration with telecom operators across multiple countries.
  • Administered DNS records and managed SSL certificates across multiple domains using platforms such as Cloudflare, GoDaddy, and AWS Route 53, ensuring secure and reliable web service configurations. On-Prem & General IT Infrastructure:
  • Configured Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, and Zoho applications; administered user accounts and access controls while ensuring compliance with organizational data privacy and security policies.
  • Install and manage Avaya and 3CX IP telephony systems, including Patton and Grand stream SIP and analogue gateways.
  • Configure and manage Windows Servers, Active Directory, RAID, backup systems, and network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls (e.g., SonicWALL), VLANs, and VPNs.
  • Maintain and support in-house finance and HR applications hosted on Windows servers.
  • Administer server and NAS upgrades and maintenance; implement IT asset management policies.
  • Manage patching, software deployments, and system updates using tools like ManageEngine.
  • Configure and support Office 365, Google Workspace, ZOHO apps.
  • Set up and maintain biometric attendance and access control systems, label/ID card printers, POS and barcode scanners.
  • Implement IT helpdesk and support ticketing systems, along with live chat platforms (Freshworks, Zoho)
  • Ensure data security and business continuity by implementing backup and disaster recovery plans.
  • Oversee IT budgeting, procurement, vendor relationships, and contract management.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, data privacy regulations, and internal IT policies.
  • Define SLAs, track ticket resolution performance, and oversee L1–L3 support escalations.
  • Track and ensure compliance with software licensing agreements.
  • Deployed and managed endpoint security solutions such as Bitdefender GravityZone, CrowdStrike, and Sophos using centralized deployment tools to ensure comprehensive protection across end-user systems.
  • Conduct regular capacity assessments and implement server/network performance improvements
IT Support Engineer
Special German Electromechanical LLC, Dubai
June 2015 - May 2017

SGEM is a leading engineering and technology solutions provider based in the UAE since 2009. Widely recognized in the telecom and civil works sectors. Working alongside sister companies ATS and SGGC, SGEM delivers a wide range of services including telecom infrastructure (ISP, OSP), ELV systems, Smart Home Solutions, CCTV & Security Systems.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Providing support for customers in Design, Troubleshooting and Implementation of ICT infrastructure.
  • Generate reports, handles multiple projects, and prepares and monitors invoices and expense reports.
  • Direct the Development, Implementation and Administration of all IT Services.
  • Prepares documents and reports and handles it over to seniors.
  • Installation & Configuration of IP Phones, PABX & EPABX Systems
  • Configuring & Managing of Windows Servers, Backups, Switches, and Routers.
  • Configuring & Managing Wireless Access points & Firewall Systems.
  • Installation & Configuration of CCTV & DVR/NVR systems, Door Access Control Systems with attendance management.
  • Configuring VLAN, VPN.
Business Development & IT Executive
Qwerty Solutions LLC, Dubai
June 2013 - June 2015

Qwerty Solutions is a Dubai-based IT service provider,specialized in setting up new offices, providing IT services, networking solutions, annual maintenance contracts, as well as web design, hosting, and domain registration.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Responsible for installing and maintaining IT infrastructure and software troubleshooting for various clients.
  • Prepares reports, manages multiple projects, and oversees the creation and oversight of invoices and expense reports.
  • Led IT Installation projects as the project lead.
  • Coordinates meetings and plans customer-related events when necessary.
  • Install and configure IP Phones, PABX & EPABX Systems. (Panasonic, Grand stream, Avaya)
  • Configure and maintain HP & DELL Servers, Backups, Switches, and Routers.
  • Configures and maintains Wireless Access points and Firewall Systems.
  • Install and configure CCTV & DVR/NVR systems.
  • Configure VLANs and VPNs.
  • Develop websites using HTML & WordPress.
  • Installs Door Access Control Systems and engages in IT sales.
  • Directs the development, implementation, and administration of all IT services.
System/Network Administrator
SNGM Group of Educational Institutions, Kerala, India
June 2011 - March 2013

SNGM Group, under the Sree Gokulam & SNGM Educational and Cultural Trust, offers a wide range of educational institutions. These include SNGM Central School(CBSE), Arts & Science College, Catering College, College of Pharmacy, Polytechnic, and Teachers Training Institutes. The group also manages the K.R. Gouri Amma College of Engineering for Women.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Designed and deployed enterprise IT infrastructure serving 2000+ students and 200+ faculty
  • Implemented IBM System x servers with high-availability clustering
  • Managed SAN storage systems with 50TB capacity and automated backup procedures
  • Deployed campus-wide network infrastructure with fiber optic backbone
  • Administered Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 for 500+ mailboxes
  • Implemented video conferencing solutions for distance learning programs
  • Managed web servers hosting institutional websites and student portals
  • Established network security policies and implemented firewall configurations
  • Provided technical training to IT staff and managed help desk operations

Certifications & Training

AWS Solution Architect
Cisco CCNA
Microsoft MCITP
Dubai Protective System
Huawei Sales Engineer
Mobotix Security

Get In Touch

Phone

+971 (0) 565 010 212

Location

Production City, Dubai, UAE

LinkedIn

/in/mohanvineeth