Network Engineer Security

Salma Syed

Network Engineer

448-***-**** *************@*****.*** LinkedIn Overland Park, KS Professional Summary

Results-driven Network Engineer with 4+ years of experience in designing, implementing and managing enterprise network infrastructure. Skilled in LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, network security and cloud networking (AWS, Azure) with expertise in Cisco, Juniper and Fortinet devices. Proficient in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), firewall configurations, VPN setups and network automation using Python and Ansible. Adept at troubleshooting complex network issues, optimizing performance and ensuring high availability for mission-critical systems. Strong background in network monitoring (Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios) and compliance frameworks (ITIL, NIST). Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive successful network transformation projects.

Technical Skills

• Networking Technologies: SNMP, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, DNS, DHCP, TFTP, Telnet, Fast Ethernet, RIP, EIGRP.

• Network Management: Packet tracer, GNS3, Wireshark, VMware, OPNET IT Guru, OPNET Modeler, Cadence.

• Monitoring Tools: NNMi, Cisco Prime, NetBrain, Bluecat, SolarWinds, Wireshark, hrPing, Infoblox.

• OS Platforms: Windows 10/8/7/XP, Mac OS, Windows Server 2008/2003, Linux, UNIX, VMware, Ubuntu.

• Load Balancer: F5 Networks (BIG-IP), NetScaler (Citrix), Cisco ACE, Cisco CSS.

• LAN: Ethernet (IEEE 802.3), Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet.

• WAN: PPP, HDLC, Channelized links (T1/T3), Fiber Optic Circuits, Frame Relay. Work Experience:

Network Engineer Jan 2024 – Present

Atos Syntel Troy, MI

• Designing and implementing enterprise network solutions for Atos Syntel clients, ensuring seamless connectivity across multi-site locations, data centers and cloud environments.

• Managing and optimizing network performance by configuring and troubleshooting LAN, WAN and SD- WAN solutions for high availability and minimal downtime.

• Configuring and maintaining firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto) and VPN solutions, ensuring secure access for remote users and third-party integrations.

• Led network infrastructure upgrades and migrations, including the deployment of Cisco and Juniper networking devices to improve scalability and security.

• Providing Level 2/3 support for complex network issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve connectivity and security challenges.

• Configuring and maintaining Cisco and Juniper routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and security standards.

• Monitoring network traffic using tools like Wireshark, SolarWinds, and Nagios, proactively identifying and mitigating potential performance bottlenecks.

• Implementing automation using Python and Ansible, reducing manual configuration efforts and improving operational efficiency in network management.

• Deploying and maintaining cloud network infrastructure (Azure), including VPC setup, security group configurations and VPN tunnel management.

• Documenting network configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and incident reports, ensuring adherence to ITIL framework and company policies.

Network Engineer Jun 2021 – April 2023

Happiest Minds India

• Designed and deployed network solutions for enterprise clients, focusing on cloud-based infrastructure, SD-WAN integration and hybrid networking environments.

• Managed and optimized LAN/WAN infrastructure across multiple locations, ensuring high availability, redundancy and minimal latency for critical business applications.

• Configured and maintained network security solutions, including firewalls (Cisco ASA, Fortinet), IDS/IPS and VPNs, enhancing overall cybersecurity posture.

• Led network migration projects, transitioning legacy network infrastructures to modernized solutions with improved performance, security and cost efficiency.

• Provided Level 2/3 support for complex network issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve connectivity, routing, and security challenges.

• Configured and maintained Cisco, Juniper and Arista network devices, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with industry best practices.

• Implemented and managed network monitoring solutions such as Wireshark, SolarWinds and Nagios, proactively identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks.

• Automated network configurations and deployments using Python and Ansible, improving operational efficiency and reducing downtime.

• Deployed and maintained cloud networking solutions (AWS) including VPC setup, routing policies and security configurations.

• Developed detailed network documentation, including topology diagrams, change management records and incident reports, ensuring adherence to ITIL and NIST compliance frameworks. Network Engineer May 2020 – May 2021

Cyient India

• Supported network infrastructure operations by monitoring and troubleshooting LAN and WAN connectivity issues for enterprise clients.

• Assisted in configuring routers, switches, and firewalls (Cisco, Juniper) to enhance network security and performance.

• Collaborated with senior engineers in network design and implementation projects, ensuring smooth deployment of network solutions.

• Documented network configurations, changes and troubleshooting steps, maintaining accurate records for audits and compliance.

• Monitored and analyzed network performance using tools like Wireshark and SolarWinds, identifying and resolving bottlenecks.

• Assisted in firewall rule management and VPN setup, ensuring secure remote access for users.

• Configured VLANs, STP & % routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) to optimize network segmentation & traffic flow.

• Provided first-level support for network outages and escalated complex issues, ensuring minimal downtime for business operations.

Education:

Master of Science in Computer & Information Science Christian Brothers University, Memphis, TN, USA. Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnology KL University, India.

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