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Saugata Datta

DevOps Manager

Seasoned DevOps Manager with 18+ years of experience in infrastructure automation, cloud architecture, and service reliability engineering.

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About Me

Saugata Datta

Seasoned DevOps Manager with 18+ years of experience in infrastructure automation, cloud architecture, and service reliability engineering. Specializes in building scalable, automation-first enterprise solutions using Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, Vibe Coding, Agentic AI, N8N and Azure DevOps. Proven expertise in AWS and Azure cloud environments, REST API integrations, cost optimization, and enterprise governance frameworks. Strong foundation in ITIL, ServiceNow, CMDB, and SLA-driven operations. Recognized for leading high-performing engineering teams and delivering measurable business value through automation, security, and operational excellence.

18+
Years Experience
9+
Years Education
6
Certifications
6
Awards
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Core Strengths

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Infrastructure Automation
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Cloud Architecture (AWS & Azure)
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DevOps Strategy
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Enterprise Automation Framework Design
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Cost Optimization
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Security & Compliance Integration
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Service Reliability Engineering
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API-Driven Integrations
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Leadership & Team Management
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Vibe Code
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Agentic AI
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N8N Workflow
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Technical Skills

Automation
Ansible
Ansible Tower
PowerShell
PowerCLI
PowerBI
JavaScript
Bash
Azure DevOps Pipelines
DevOps Practices
Cloud Computing
REST API Integration
ITIL
ServiceNow
CMDB
SLA Management
Cost Optimization
Monitoring Tools
Monitoring and Alerting
Process Improvement
Troubleshooting
Team Collaboration
N8N
Antigravity
Prompt Engineer
Claude Code
GitHub
Zapier
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Work Experience

06/2022 - Present

Edge Engineering Manager

Accenture
Kolkata
  • Lead Edge Engineering team focused on DevOps, automation, and reliability engineering.
  • Serve as SME for large-scale AWS infrastructure across legacy and modern architectures.
  • Oversee AWS Landing Zone and AWS SSO integration with Azure Active Directory.
  • Drive Stax implementation (AWS Control Tower alternative) with vendor collaboration.
  • Execute cloud optimization and enterprise migration strategies.
  • Lead IPAM automation using EfficientIP SOLIDServer API.
12/2019 - 06/2022

Cloud Transformation & Architecture Associate Manager

Accenture
Kolkata
  • Acted as AWS SME and Technical Architect.
  • Led enterprise automation and scripting initiatives.
  • Reduced cloud expenditure through structured cost optimization.
  • Designed AWS snapshot and data migration solutions.
12/2016 - 11/2019

Cloud Operations Specialist – Hybrid Cloud Computing

Accenture
Kolkata
  • Managed AWS and Azure infrastructure operations.
  • Developed automation solutions for hybrid environments.
  • Administered enterprise Windows environments.
  • Implemented hybrid cloud architecture solutions.
12/2014 - 11/2016

Senior Analyst – Hybrid Cloud Computing

Accenture
Kolkata
  • Provided AWS and Azure administrative support.
  • Led VMware and server administration.
  • Developed automation scripts improving operational efficiency.
09/2012 - 11/2014

Engineer – Cloud Computing

Accenture
Kolkata
  • Supported AWS administration and automation initiatives.
  • Managed VMware infrastructure.
09/2007 - 08/2012

Infrastructure Engineer

Wipro Infotech
Kolkata
  • Managed Windows Server administration.
  • Led antivirus, storage, and backup operations.
  • Optimized enterprise IT infrastructure performance.
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Key Initiatives & Affiliations

  • 🚩 Standardized enterprise automation by building reusable PowerShell modules integrating IPAM, SharePoint, CyberArk, Aria Operations, vCenter, and NetApp systems.
  • 🚩 Secured workflow automation using CyberArk AIM Web Service–based credential retrieval for secure secret management.
  • 🚩 Integrated AWS and Azure network data with EfficientIP SOLIDServer IPAM for synchronized network governance.
  • 🚩 Automated migration of 60,000+ AWS snapshots to S3 Infrequent Access, delivering $1.2M annual cost savings.
  • 🚩 Led enterprise-wide Sophos Endpoint Security deployment across 1,200+ desktops.
  • 🚩 Developed an AWS Account Vending Machine to automate secure cloud account provisioning.
  • 🚩 Led migration from custom AWS Account Vending Machine to Stax (AWS Control Tower alternative).
  • 🚩 Synchronized IPAM with Aria Operations and EfficientIP APIs via Azure DevOps pipelines.
  • 🚩 Integrated PowerShell Core into Ansible Execution Environment for hybrid automation support.
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Education

2007

Windows 2003 Network Administration

IIHT Ltd.
Kolkata, India
2006

Computer Maintenance & Networking (CMCNet)

CMC Ltd.
Kolkata, India
2004

BBA

University of Burdwan
Kolkata, India
2000

Higher Secondary (+2)

West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
Kolkata, India
1998

Madhyamik (10th)

West Bengal Board of Secondary Education
Kolkata, India
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Certifications

AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
Microsoft Specialist: Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional
ITIL v3 Foundation
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Awards & Accomplishments

2019

Accenture Celebrates Excellence Award

Individual Contribution
2016

Automation Champions Award

Automation Initiatives
2016

RioTinto Quarterly Awards FY16 QTR

IaaS
2016

Accenture Innovation Award

Automation Solutions
2014

Certificate of Appreciation

Cloud Service Delivery
2013

Accenture Celebrates Excellence Award

Value Creation & Innovation
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GitHub Projects

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Free AI Image Generator

📝 A serverless, full-stack AI Image Generator running entirely on Cloudflare Workers

🔗 View Project →
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Cache Warmer with API

📝 Using Cloudflare worker, warm your cache on Cloudflare automatically after every purge

🔗 View Project →
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File Share Portal

📝 Modern, secure file upload, share and management web portal with responsive UI.

🔗 View Project →
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AdGuard Home Central

📝 AdGuard Home Central Manager transforms your Chrome browser into a centralized command center.

🔗 View Project →
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Cloudflare DNS Manager

📝 A self-hosted web GUI to view, add, edit, delete Cloudflare DNS records (A, AAAA, CNAME, TXT, MX, PTR) — all in one.

🔗 View Project →
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EIP IPAM via PowerShell

📝 A PowerShell module to interact with EfficientIP SOLIDserver IPAM via its REST API.

🔗 View Project →
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Languages

Bengali
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
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Interests

Blogging
Driving
Traveling
Learning
Automation
Workflow
Netflix
Marvel
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Work Preferences

Work Type
Full Time
Locations: On-Site, Remote, Hybrid
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Work-life Balance
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Company Culture
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Flexible Work Hours
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Personal Development Programs
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Healthcare Benefits
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Work From Home Option
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Team Building Initiatives
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Paid Sick Leave