Network Engineer

M VENKATA CHARANDEEP

**********.**********@*****.*** Mob no: 908-***-****

Professional Summary:

•10 years of experience in IP Network Design, Network Integration, deployment, Network Security, design, install, support, troubleshooting.

•Experience in Cisco: Physical cabling, IP addressing, wide area Network Configuration (Frame-relay & MPLS), routing protocol configuration (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP)

•Good knowledge of IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing, IP Subnetting, Fixed Length and Variable Length Subnet Masking (VLSM), OSI and TCP/IP models.

•Experience in Network Management Tools and sniffers like SNMP, Cisco works.

•Experience in the setup of OSPF, RIP, EIGRP and BGP routing protocols and tunnel installations.

•Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS and other networking concepts.

•Good understanding in layer 7 services like DNS, HTTP, DHCP, HTTPS.

•Deploying Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) devices in the network.

•Expertise in configuration of routing protocols and deployment of OSPF, EIGRP, BGP and Policy routing over Cisco Routers, Switches (Nexus 7Ks).

•Experience with NX-OS on Nexus Switches.

•Design expertise for the SD-WAN (Versa &Viptela), SD-LAN and WAN optimization technologies for efficient delivery of the application data across LAN and WAN.

•Designing and providing support of Routers, Switches, Security Solutions, VPNs, L4-7 Load Balancers, SD-WAN and Network Management Solutions across LAN/WAN.

Technical Skills:

● Category

Tool / Software / Technology

●LAN Technologies

●/ Layer 2 Protocols

VLANS, 802.1q, VTP, STP, RSTP, PVST, EtherChannel, ARP, HSRP, VRRP,

●Routing Protocols

OSPF, EIGRP, RIP-2, BGP, Static Routing

●Load Balancer

Cisco CSS, F5 Networks (Big-IP)

●Routers

Cisco Routers 1800, 2500, 2600, 2800

●Switches

Cisco Catalyst 3550, 3750, 4500, 6500 series & nexus 7k, 5k, 2k, 1000v, and Catalyst 9000 series.

●Firewalls

Cisco ASA,Fortigate,Palo Alto,Juniper

●Network Monitoring Tools

Cisco Prime, Solarwinds

●Tools

●Automation Tools

Cisco Packet Tracer, PuTTY, AWS CLI,

Terraform,Powershell

●Cloud Computing

AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, Route 53), cloud networking best practices

●Ticketing Tools

●Servers

ServiceNow, OWMS,

Linux,Unix

●Certification

CCNA,AWS certified networking specialty Ans-c01

Education:

●Bachelor of technology, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Andhra Pradesh[May 2010]

●Master of Business Administration, Institute of Public Enterprise, Andhra Pradesh[May 2012]

IIE-Washington D.C

Role - Sr Network Engineer May 2023– Till Date

Responsibilities:

●Led in creating network diagrams and documented the network architecture as part of project deliverables.

●Designed and implemented backup and disaster recovery solutions, ensuring data integrity and minimal downtime during system failures.

●Designed, configure, and implement TCP/IP-based networks, ensuring efficient data communication and optimal performance.

●Proactively identified, diagnosed, and resolved network issues related to hardware, software, and protocols.

●Provided real-time troubleshooting and escalated critical issues to senior engineers, ensuring minimal downtime.

●Coordinated with the engineering team to deploy firmware and software updates across network hardware.

●Monitored network traffic and infrastructure 24/7 to ensure uptime and performance using solar wind.

●Conducted daily network performance checks, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) were met.

●Responded to service interruptions, performing initial diagnostics, and providing solutions to mitigate downtime.

●Performed basic network upgrades and provided on-call support for critical outages.

●Automated routine infrastructure tasks using scripts in PowerShell, reducing manual intervention by 40%.

●Coordinated with cross-functional teams to upgrade infrastructure components, including servers, storage systems, and networking equipment.

●Provided 24/7 support for critical infrastructure incidents, resolving issues swiftly and minimizing downtime.

●Led system patch management for operating systems and applications, ensuring all infrastructure components were up to date with the latest security patches.

●Installed and configured routers, Cisco 2800, 3845 routers and cisco catalyst switches.

●Attended Cisco ACI training including Nexus 9K, ACI Fabric and APIC controller.

●Engaged in office moves, helped in identifying network requirements of new building, installed new networking hardware, and coordinated with vendors for cabling/wiring.

●Trouble-shooting end-users reported problems, thoroughly and accurately documenting problems in trouble management tools.

●Produced detailed high-level design documentation, including network diagrams, architecture overviews, and security protocols.

●Adherence to industry best practices, standards, and compliance regulations, ensuring security, privacy, and data protection in SD-WAN deployments and operations.

●Conduct continuous monitoring of network traffic to identify potential security breaches using IDS/IPS tools.

●Developed data support-related training documentation to assist other NOC engineers and worked with these personnel to expedite their technical understanding in this area.

●Provided support to the senior NOC engineers with regard to complex data and voice circuit issues.

●Responsible for creating, modifying, removing VLAN configuration as per the need.

●Tracking overall network traffic and capacity issues that are impacting throughput, bandwidth, and quality.

●Applied effectively various routing protocols including EIGRP and OSPF Implemented Redistribution of Routing protocols.

●Dedication to delivering high-quality and cost-effective SD-WAN solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations, driving business growth and competitive advantage through innovative networking strategies.

●Provided technical training and support to internal teams and clients on SD-WAN technology and best practices.

●Solving web related problems including HTTP, HTTPS, DNS, SMTP.

●Involved in migration from EIGRP to OSPF and documented change management procedure for migrating from EIGRP to OSPF network.

Calix Inc-West Jordan,Utah

Role-Network Engineer January 2021 – April 2023

●Configured and managed CCisco Catalyst 3550, 3750, 4500, 6500 series & nexus 7k, 5k, 2k, and Catalyst 9000 series with a focus on the 3900 Series routers and 3750 switches for enterprise networks.

●Deployed Cisco Nexus 9000 Series (9336C-FX2) and Nexus 7000 Series (7010) switches for high-performance data center access with comprehensive switching and routing solutions.

●Configured BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF. Implemented Policy-Based Routing. Configured OSPF and Static Routing on Juniper MX Series (MX480) routers.

●Installed and maintained Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series and 4500 Series switches in multi-VLAN environments.

●Configured and maintained F5 BIG-IP iSeries (i4600, i5800) load balancers for application delivery and traffic management.

●Implemented wireless security policies, including WPA2/WPA3 encryption and guest network segmentation.

●Automated network tasks using Extreme Networks APIs, enhancing efficiency and operational speed.

●Worked on integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud services for hybrid cloud solutions, including setting up secure connections and managing cloud-based firewalls.

●Led a team to set up WAN and LAN access, configured VLANs, and deployed routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP for optimal network routing.

●Conducted performance assessments and network traffic analysis of SD-WAN to identify areas for improvement.

●Developed documentation and training materials for users and support staff on SD-WAN functionalities and benefits.

●Configured HSRP (Hot Standby Router Protocol) for high availability, Ether Channels for link aggregation, and VLAN trunks for efficient inter-switch communication.

●Designed and implemented ACLs (Access Control Lists) to control network traffic and enforce security policies across the network infrastructure.

●Configured and managed IP routing using a combination of static routing and dynamic routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP.

●Configured Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) for loop prevention in switching environments and set up VLANs for data segmentation.

●Implemented port security for user access to switches.

●Streamlined the process of resolving network issues through the Remedy ticketing system.

●Streamlined the process of troubleshooting, maintained trouble ticket tracking, and adhered to escalation procedures for network incidents.

●Led the development team by managing access control, including IP, port filtering, and port access.

Client: HPE-Tx May 2018 - December 2020

Role-Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

●Supported network infrastructure by assisting senior engineers with configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

●Assisted in designing and implementing secure network solutions for improved performance and user access.

●Monitored network performance and identified potential issues to ensure network stability. Troubleshooted network connectivity problems for end-user devices and network equipment.

●Performed network security tasks like managing firewalls and access control lists (ACLs). Contributed to network documentation and maintained accurate network diagrams.

●Collaborated effectively with the IT team to ensure efficient network operations.

●Contributed to network upgrades and migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations and maintained network security by implementing vulnerability scans and patching procedures.

●Demonstrated strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) for effective troubleshooting.

●Gained experience with network monitoring tools (PRTG) for proactive problem identification.

Client: Tango Analytics, Tx

Role-Network Administrator March 2016 – April 2018

Responsibilities:

•Configuring and troubleshooting a multi-customer network environment.

•Involved in network monitoring, alarm notification, and acknowledgment.

•Implementing new/changing existing data networks for various projects as per the requirement.

•Troubleshooting complex networks layer 1, 2to layer 3 (routing with BGP, EIGRP, OSPF protocols) technical issues.

•Carrying out the documentation for tracking network issue symptoms and large-scale technical escalations.

•Managing the service request tickets within the phases of troubleshooting, maintenance, upgrades, fixes, patches and providing all-around technical support.

•Preparing feasibility reports for various upgrades and installations.

•Ensure Network, system and data availability and integrity through preventive maintenance and upgrade.

•Involved in L2/L3 Switching Technology Administration including creating and managing VLANs, Port security, Trunking, STP, Inter-VLAN routing, LAN security.

•Worked on the security levels with RADIUS, TACACS+.

•Completed service requests (i.e. – IP readdressing, bandwidth upgrades, IOS/platform upgrades, etc.)

•Identify, design and implement flexible, responsive, and secure technology services

Web trace software solutions Pvt Ltd Jan 2014 – Feb 2016

Role-Network Support Engineer

Responsibilities:

●Supported customer's IT Service Management framework, including Application, Windows Server, and Storage infrastructure.

●Monitored backups and took prompt action based on error codes.

●Performed NetApp Filer Storage administration and resolved problems identified by System admins.

●Troubleshoot and optimize network configurations using Aruba NetEdit and AirWave tools.

●Coordinated with senior engineers to assist with network upgrades, patch management, and firmware updates to maintain compliance and network stability.

●Provided hands-on troubleshooting for network issues related to DHCP, DNS, IPSec VPNs, and Ethernet connectivity, reducing downtime for end-users.

●Followed ITIL practices for Incident, Change, and Problem Management.

●Monitored the network link status for various branches

●Provided support for virtualization environments using KVM and VMware, managing virtual machines and optimizing resource allocation.

●Managed firewall rules using iptables and SELinux to enforce security policies and protect against unauthorized access.

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