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Dr. Hemchand Kuragayala

IT Infrastructure Management & Solutions Specialist

Expert in cloud services, cybersecurity, enterprise networking, and IT strategy with over 20+ years of leadership experience.
Currently serving as Associate Director โ€“ Govt. & Public Sector Advisory, driving digital transformation and secure enterprise infrastructure.

Key Highlights

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Skills

  • IT Strategy
  • Cloud Computing
  • ERP Administration
  • Database Optimization
  • Cybersecurity Implementation
  • Vendor Management
  • Server Maintenance
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • System Virtualization
  • Project Execution
  • Data Integrity
  • Process Automation
  • CISO
  • Spearheaded IT business development initiatives

Technical Skills

Intune, MCP, Azure-AZ-90
CCNA (IIHT Trained)
SQL2k/2k5/2k8, Oracle
WINDOWS-98/XP/Vista/8/2k/2k3/2k8, UNIX, LINUX, MS-DOS
Packages: MS-Office 97/2k/2k3/2k7/2k10
Focus5, Focus6, Focus6rt, Focus I, Focus8, Focus9, Oracle JD Edwards, Microsoft Navision, SAP (Tech), ABAP-4
HTML, WordPress, Dynamic Pages in HTML
McAfee administration, Sophos, Norton
Netcool, NETACT, ActixOne, Atoll, Citrix, Remedy, AIMOS, HP-OM, HP Site Scope, Net scout, Cisco Wem, eHealth, BOSS Portal, NGR, CACTI, MRTG
Remedy, Zendesk, Manage Engine Service Desk, Netkt & ITSM
Effort plus (Spoors), Focus
  • ServiceNow โ€” IT service management, workflows, SLA monitoring
  • BMC Helix (Remedy) โ€” ITSM processes, audit-ready reports
  • SolarWinds โ€” Network & infra monitoring, compliance reporting
  • Splunk โ€” Machine data analytics for audits & risk
  • Manage Engine Service Desk / OpManager โ€” Governance & asset audits
  • Nessus / Qualys โ€” Vulnerability assessment, audit reporting
  • Power BI / Tableau โ€” Custom dashboards, SLA metrics
  • Archer GRC โ€” Governance frameworks, risk registers
  • ISO/IEC 27001 Tools (ISMS.online) โ€” Security audits & controls
  • Nagios / Zabbix โ€” Infrastructure health & audit logs
  • SIEM (QRadar, ArcSight, Splunk) โ€” Event audits, incident investigations

IT Governance, Audit & Reporting

  • ServiceNow : IT service management, workflows, audit trails, SLA monitoring, compliance reporting.
  • BMC Helix (Remedy) : ITSM processes, change management governance, audit-ready reports.
  • SolarWinds : Network & infrastructure monitoring with audit logs and compliance reporting.
  • Splunk : Collecting, analyzing, reporting on machine data for audits and risk governance.
  • Manage Engine Service Desk Plus / OpManager : Helpdesk governance, SLA compliance, IT asset audits.
  • Nessus / Qualys : Vulnerability assessment and security audit reporting.
  • Power BI / Tableau : Customized IT audit dashboards, SLA metrics, governance reports.
  • Archer GRC : Governance frameworks, risk registers, audit reporting.
  • ISO/IEC 27001:2022 – Lead Auditor : Security policy, risk management, threat intelligence, cloud security, compliance, incident management, data protection.
  • ISO/IEC 20000-3:2019 (ITSM) : ITSM consultancy, implementation, documentation, audits, leadership, integration with business objectives.

Education

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical & Electronics) University of Madras, 2001
  • Master of Business Administration (IT) โ€“ Systems Sikkim Manipal University, 2006
  • Honored Doctor of Philosophy, IT Infrastructure & Management Hessen International University, 2024

Technical Certifications

  • Microsoft Implementing Managing, and Maintaining IP Addressing, Name Resolution, Routing and Remote Access Network Infrastructure, Microsoft Windows Server 2003.
  • Cisco Cisco Certified Network Associate โ€“ IIHT Pvt. Ltd. (Indian Institute of Hardware Technology)
  • ITILยฎ Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management: Service Lifecycle, Key Principles, Processes, Roles, and Architecture
  • CCSA Centra (FOCUS) ERP Certified
  • PMP Project Management Professional โ€“ Udemy Academy
  • Oracle SQL Certified Professional โ€“ Udemy Academy
  • Microsoft Azure Solutions Developer Expert Certification
  • Microsoft Cloud concepts, Core Azure Services, Security, Governance, Compliance, Cost Management, SLAs
  • ISO ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (ISMS) โ€“ IT Infra & Solutions Implementer
  • BMP Business Management Professional โ€“ American Merit Council
  • ITO Information Technology Officer โ€“ American Merit Council
  • NDE Network Defence Essentials โ€“ EC-Council
  • ISO ISO/IEC 20000-3:2019 (ITSM)

Awards & Recognitions

  • BHARAT BHUSHAN NATIONAL AWARD For Social Service
  • RISING STAR TECH EXPERT AWARD As IT Tech Expert
  • RABINDRA RATNA PURASKAR AWARD For Social Service
  • NATIONAL HUMANITY & PEACE AWARD For Social Service
  • WAC (World Amazing Champion) SOCIAL HERO AWARD For Social Service
  • Dr. APJ ABDUL KALAM AWARD For Social Service

Testimonials

โ€œDr. Hemchand is a distinguished IT leader recognized for excellence in IT maintenance and support, AI and ERP implementations, high-end network management, ISO standards, cloud and infrastructure, cybersecurity, IT strategy, compliance, and program leadership โ€” consistently delivering transformative, scalable, and compliant technology solutions with measurable business impact.โ€

๐ŸŒŸ Ajay Modi โ€” Chairman, SFPL, Hyderabad

โ€œI have had the privilege of working with Dr. Hemchandโ€ฆ His vision and execution consistently deliver transformative, scalable, and compliant technology solutions with measurable business impact.โ€

๐ŸŒŸ Varun Modi โ€” Chairman, Hyderabad Food Products Pvt Ltd

โ€œDuring our Australia project at Nokia Siemens Networks, his expertise across IT support, AI/ERP, networks, ISO, cloud, cybersecurity, strategy, and compliance was instrumental. Delivery exceeded expectations and earned outstanding client satisfaction.โ€

โ€” Mr. Rajesh Dasari, OSS Manager, Nokia Siemens Networks

โ€œHe built a culture of learning with trainings and knowledge sharing. Approachable leadership and deep technical knowledge made him not just a leader but a true coach.โ€

โ€” Mr. Naveen E, Team Member, IT

โ€œOn critical ERP & infrastructure initiatives, his ability to design scalable solutions and ensure smooth execution led to exceptional outcomes with complete client satisfaction.โ€

โ€” Mr. Chandrasekar, Vice President, Focus Softnet

โ€œHis exceptional contributions earned him the Best Employee Award at TMC. He consistently delivers innovative, reliable solutions that set new standards of excellence.โ€

โ€” Mr. Amarnath, Chairman, TMC

โ€œOne of the finest professionals at Vanto. His leadership across infrastructure, ERP, cybersecurity, and cloud transformation earned him the Best Employee Award and continues to inspire the industry.โ€

โ€” Mr. Murli Madamsetty, Chairman, Vanto

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