Nikita Rana

Email: adrnvv@r.postjobfree.com (c) 848-***-****

29W Amherst Street, East Brunswick, NJ-08816

SUMMARY

Sr. Network Engineer with 8+ years of experience focusing on Data Networking, Network Security. Proficient in the configuration and modification of network devices. Self-starter and analytical Engineer committed to fostering a cohesive team environment conducive to maximum productivity.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Sr. Network Security Engineer

O3 Technology Solutions, New York March 2022- Present

Racking, Configuring, and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks Firewall models (PA-3k, PA-5k, PA-7k etc.) as well as a centralized management system (Panorama M-100, M-200, M-500) to manage large scale firewall deployments.

Racking, Configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco ASA 5520, 5540, 5585 SSP 10/20/40/60.

Working on Cisco ASA IOS Pre8.3, 8.4, 9.2, 9.4, 9.5, 9.6 and upgrade code from Pre 8.3 to 8.3.

Working on PANOS 7.x, 8.x,9.x and upgrade PANOS code on Panorama and Paloalto.

Upgrade Cisco ASA and Paloalto Hardware Appliances.

Migrate ASA to Paloalto Firewall Using Expedition Tool.

Working on VPN Implementation IPsec VPN and SSL VPN Server-to-Server and Client-to-Server.

Configure and Migrate IPsec Site to Site VPN tunnels.

Configure remote access VPN on ASA Firewall.

Configure site to site vpn on Paloalto Firewall.

Web application and application filters policies management for customers on the firewall.

Hands-on experience on HPE Aruba switches on cloud environment.

Configure BGP and their attributes on Paloalto Firewall and Nexus Switches.

Configuration & troubleshoot Cisco ASA, FortiGate, and Paloalto firewall.

Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN).

Experience with Cisco SD-WAN technologies Viptela and Meraki.

Configure site to site vpn and ssl vpn in fortigate and Sopho firewalls.

Network Engineer

Creative Infotech Solutions Pvt Ltd, India Aug-2021- Mar-2022

Design, maintain, and manage an enterprise-wide network infrastructure

Design, install, and support the routing, switching, and security/VPN technologies in the WAN/LAN environments.

Work with vendors and clients to resolve network-related issues.

Carry out high-level analysis and troubleshooting of the network infrastructure.

Racking, Configuring and troubleshooting Cisco ASA 5520, 5540, 5585 SSP 10/20/40/60.

Designing the network diagrams on Microsoft Visio using respective stencils.

Working on Cisco ASA IOS Pre8.3, 8.4, 9.2, 9.4, 9.5, 9.6 and upgrade code from Pre 8.3 to 8.3.

Working on PANOS 7.x, 8.x,9.x and upgrade PANOS code on Panorama and Paloalto.

Upgrade Cisco ASA and Paloalto Hardware Appliances.

Migrate ASA to Paloalto Firewall Using Panorama Migration Tool 3.0 and Expedition Tool.

Maintain the Meraki dashboard for the organization.

Experience with routing protocols (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, RIP) on Meraki L3 switches.

Working on VPN Implementation IPsec VPN and SSL VPN Server-to-Server and Client-to-Server.

Experience implementing and troubleshooting Routing Protocols (BGP).

Working on SD-WAN and Virtual Private Networks (VPN).

Configuration and troubleshoot the network-related problems.

Hands-on experience on the wireless of RUCKUS, HPE Aruba, and Meraki devices.

Configuring firewall of FortiGate 40F,60F, 100E, 200D, and 200E.

Strong understanding TCP/IP, SNMPv2c/v3, NTP, AAA, TACACS, SSHv2, RADIUS, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Layer 2 Technologies - VLANs, STP, VTP (802.1q and ISL), Root guard, Loop Guard, BPDU guard, L2 Security, Ether-channels.

Experience with routing/switching protocols (EIGRP, BGP, HSRP, STP, LACP etc.), IP addressing and protocols (TCP/UDP).

Upgrade OS of FortiGate Firewall. Configure site to site vpn and ssl vpn in fortigate and Sopho firewalls.

Experience with Cisco Nexus 5K, Fabric Extenders (2K) and NX-OS.

Configuration & troubleshooting of Cisco switches 2950, 2960 G, 3550, 3560, 3750, 4006, 4506, 4507, 6509E.

Network Engineer & Network Administrator

TAC Global Network, India. Sept 2017- Mar-2021

Installing and configuring computer networks and systems

Identifying and solving any problems that arise with computer networks and systems

Assembling new systems with Microsoft Server 2012R2 with firewall rules and maintaining existing ones if

needed.

Monitoring computer networks and systems to work with IT support personnel.

Providing support for network, Firewalls, and server administration.

Configuring firewalls, routing, and switching to maximize network efficiency and security

Hand-on experience on Sophos-Cyberoam CR10iNG, CR 15iNG, CR 25iNG, CR 35iNG, CR10wiNG, CR 15wiNG, CR

25iNG, CR 35iNG with Cyberoam central management with VPN.

Hand-on experience on Cisco networking switches (16 port, 32 port), catalyst switches of layer 2 and layer 3.

Implementing and configuring the cisco routers.

Effectiveness of presentation for firewalls including High-performance firewalls/VPN/IPS, Next-Generation

Firewall (NGFW), Unified Threat Management (UTM).

Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting.

Configure Labs using Cisco Routers, Switches, and Firewall.

Configure Access List on cisco ASA Firewalls.

System Administrator

Government Engineering College, India May 2013 – Oct 2016

Setting up new users and their passwords for students and teachers and giving them access to the intranet

Create policies on server for accessing the particular folders and files

Operating the cyberoam firewall for the whole organizational departments

Monitoring the internet connection for security risks and manage the upgrades accordingly

Employing the latest security protocols

Monitoring the local area network (CAN) for threats or errors

Setting the rules for bandwidth distribution for all the department and manage it.

Administration of network and domain security permissions

Work with network team with the design, configuration, implementation and administration of LAN and WAN to include components such as switches, routers, links, cabling and operating systems

Provide routine to advanced technical support for telecommunications and related equipment and software

Maintain accurate records for hardware and software inventory, maintenance and registration ensuring compliance with software licensing.

Assistant Professor

Government Engineering College, India July 2012 – April 2013

Teaching Data Communication Network to class students.

All academic work including lectures, labs, and others from 1st semester to last semester at electronics and

telecommunication dept.

Instructing on established courses comes under the syllabus of the university GTU

Conceiving, refining, and teaching the lectures.

Tutoring Networking labs to students include Cisco Router, switches, and a firewall.

Teaching Microprocessor and Microcontroller Trainer’s kit contains 8085, 8086,8051 Microcontrollers with Keil-

51 software.

Actively part-taking in collaborative investigations.

Setting the lesson planning and examining (Time Table Management) of coursework and assessments.

Attending faculty-organized training and networking meet-ups.

Promoting awareness about educational institutes’ endeavors to the students and parents.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication July 2011

Government Engineering College, India.

CERTIFICATION

Palo Alto Networks PCNSE 9

CCNA - Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (200-301)

CCNP ENARSI - Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services (300-410)

Black belt Cisco BA for Partners Stage 1

NSE 1, NSE 2, NSE 3 Self-paced training (Fortigate)

S3000, S3801, and S3802 self-paced training (Commscope)

CMNA Certificate

ECMS1 Certificate

Meraki Fit 1 Certificate

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