Niraj Bajpai

Adelphi, MD ***** • 571-***-****

ad1f98@r.postjobfree.com • www.linkedin.com/in/nirajbajpai

Dist. Engr-Systems Engineer (SM&E - GNT)

Dedicated to the innovation and implementation of elegant technical solutions that advance project goals.

Driven, results-oriented technical professional with over 20 years of progressive, hands-on experience in software engineering, quality assurance, and networking. In-depth knowledge of the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) from concept to implementation. Historical record of achievement and success in technical design and architecture, coding, test planning and execution, troubleshooting, and documentation. Proven leader who guides and develops technical professionals to achieve ambitious project goals, streamline complex processes, and boost solution efficiency and effectiveness. Expertise in strategic planning, project management, automation testing, and security testing. Collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and promoting synergy across business lines to drive positive change and comprehensive business approaches.

Areas of Emphasis

Team Leadership Software Engineering / SDLC Quality Assurance / Testing

SDN Controller & REST API (Yang Data Models) Testing for Large core routers

Solution Integration and Testing for large complex Networks

Project Management Strategic Planning Vendor Management

Networking Troubleshooting Cross-functional Collaboration.

Excellent with scripting programming languages and automation.

Automation and collaboration champion for the team.

Top scorer of knowledge areas in my VP organization.

CISA Certificate from Udemy Business.

Professional Experience

Verizon Global Network and Technology

Distinguished Member of Technical Staff (DMTS - Grade 6V), 2013 to Present

Spearhead SDN Controller testing as a technical leader within the Quality Assurance team. Advance Verizon's multi-project initiative to innovate one uniting network for all systems and products. Create efficiencies within the network by streamlining testing processes and procedures to boost effectiveness and reduce lengthy testing timelines. Drives project execution by partnering with cross-functional teams across the organization to share expertise and resources that compels project successes. Lead the execution of testing automation using REST API protocols, as well as testing of EMC Smarts for network management. Protect the security of data protocols on a Cisco/Juniper platform by orchestrating vulnerability scans and directing remediation efforts. Collaborate with core vendors including Lumina, Juniper, and outside Verizon product teams, to manage product development, troubleshooting, and testing. Performs Service Assurance and SSO Integration across the network.

Selected Achievements:

Reduced technical costs by as much as $100 million by successfully optimizing Verizon's network, as an integral part of a massive $10-12 billion technical rollout.

Lead in service assurance testing for SMARTS server and Calix Cache deployments.

Lead Verizon Security initiative for FiOS and Switched Ethernet Services product portfolio which included vulnerability deep scans and fuzz testing.

Drive the introduction and integration of innovative new technologies (SDN, IPFIX).

Successfully evaluated the performance and efficiency of new test tools.

Lead in adoption of new technologies like docker/container, Verizon cloud platform, SSO integration of Multi service Edge routers.

Verizon Global Network and Technology

Senior Consultant, 2007 to 2013

Surpassed business expectations by executing vital network testing and system enhancements for a critical Verizon project. Led integration testing, security testing, and vulnerability scans to identity and remedy protocol issues and enhance network quality protocols. Provided a dedicated IP trunk / highway to run all IP traffic.

Innovated and implemented tailored testing strategies that simplified the planning and development of test automation efforts. Employed a wide range of protocols including BGP, ISIS, OSPF, MPLS-RSVP, MPLS-LDP to effectively test the network. Leveraged expertise in automation testing to identify the IP Core and edge network test automation requirements necessary for planning, implementation, and execution across IOS and

IOS-XR routers. Ran the -IS protocol on multiple platforms for an AS-convergence network. Optimized and tested both -N2X APIs and Spirent Spectra APIs.

Selected Achievements:

Successfully identified critical network vulnerabilities across the company.

Optimized the network to streamline performance and increase efficiency.

Homegrown Test tools development for scale/functional testing for worldwide Cisco use.

Additional notable experience as a Senior Consultant for both Kaztronix LLC and Teleworx LLC (2005-2007), a Software Engineer III for Cisco Systems Inc. (2000-2005), and a Senior Software Engineer for Motorola India Electronics Ltd.

Education:

Coursework towards Certificate Program in Information Assurance,

John Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD

Master of Science in Software Engineering & Electrical Engineering, 2009

University of Maryland College Park, College Park, MD

Overall GPA: 3.20 - Major GPA: 4.00 (Along with the full-time job)

Coursework towards Master of Science in Telecom and Software Engr,

Illinois Institute, Chicago, IL 1997-1999

Bachelor of Science in Electronics & Communication,

Indian Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, India 1991-1995

Technical Proficiencies

Software engineering, SDLC, testing, Security, REST API, Open source, Linux, VOIP, networks, Agile, Elastic Search ETL, Grafana, Prometheus, JMeter, Blaze meter DevOps tools, Docker/Container, DevOps, Yang tools, Restconf/Netconf, LDAP, data protocols, Jenkins, Solaris, simulation, automation, Wireless (PTT, 3G, GSM and GPRS) networks protocols, UNIX, Windows, C, Python, Perl, Expect, Tcl, Agilent N2X, JMeter, Postman, Spirent Spectra, Codenomicon, iNET, Catapult, MGTS, K1103, Ethereal, HPQC/MQC, SMARTS, SSO. Robot Framework, 8571 microcontroller programming, POSTMAN, KPI-level 5 process.

Certifications: VCAP GOLD, SASE, Agile Requirements Designer, Performance Testing Pro, API {Designer, Product Manager, Security Architect}, Service virtualization for Developers.

Awards: Team and Individual Awards in Motorola, Cisco and Verizon.

Verizon Volunteering: Almost 550+ Hours of volunteering for small business financial planning (IFEL), Cuny College of New York, STEM education, Workforce development etc.

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