Network Engineer Security

Maninderjit Kaur

+1-815-***-****

*********@*****.***

Sr. Network Engineer

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Experienced Network Engineer with 9+ years of expertise in designing, managing, and automating complex network infrastructures. Skilled in Cisco technologies (Meraki, DNAC, IOS-XE), and proficient in network automation using Python and Ansible. Adept at configuring and troubleshooting enterprise networks to ensure high performance, scalability, and security. Available to work PST hours.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Category Technologies/Tools

Routers Cisco GSR12016, ASR1001, 2900, 3900, 7200, 7600, ASR9000, Juniper MX series

Firewall Platforms Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Juniper SRX

LAN Technologies VLAN, VTP, Inter-VLAN Routing, STP

WAN Technologies Frame Relay, MPLS, PPP, SD-WAN

Network Security NAT, VPN, Load Balancing, IDS/IPS

Automation Python, Ansible

Cloud Technologies AWS

Monitoring Tools SolarWinds, Panorama, Wireshark

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Client: Spencer Health, Morrisville, NC Jul 2023 to Present

Role: Sr. Network Engineer

- Configured and managed Cisco enterprise networks, including Meraki and DNA Center.

- Automated routine tasks using Python scripts and Ansible, reducing manual configurations by 30%.

- Enhanced network security by implementing access control policies and VPNs.

- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support IoT and SD-Access projects.

Client: Comcast, Philadelphia, PA. May 2021 to Jun 2023

Role: Network Engineer

- Deployed and configured Cisco Meraki solutions for campus and branch networks.

- Optimized routing protocols like OSPF and BGP for better network reliability.

- Automated network tasks using Ansible, improving operational efficiency.

- Supported SD-WAN implementations to enhance connectivity and reduce costs.

Client: Lowe's, Mooresville, NC Oct 2017 to Jan 2019

Role: Network Engineer

- Configured enterprise networks with Nexus and Catalyst switches, Meraki, and Palo Alto firewalls.

- Streamlined network management through automation using Python and Ansible.

- Monitored and troubleshot network performance using SolarWinds and Wireshark.

CERTIFICATIONS:

- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

- CompTIA Security+

- CompTIA Network+

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

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