Heshantha Fernando

Heshantha Fernando is a highly experienced Principal InfraOps Engineer specializing in Networking and Security within Private and Public Cloud environments at Optiva Inc. since August 2020. Demonstrating strategic leadership as a Private Cloud Authority, Heshantha has led significant compliance initiatives and mentored junior engineers while excelling in technical roles focused on OpenShift and Kubernetes deployments. With over 20 years in the IT industry, prior positions include Senior SaaSOps Engineer and DevOps Consultant, along with various technical roles in network engineering and consulting. Heshantha holds a BSc Special Honors in Information Technology, a Master's in Information Security, and an MBBS in Medical Science, showcasing a diverse educational background. Recognized for a strong can-do attitude, Heshantha consistently drives operational excellence and innovation across teams.