Network Infrastructure Azure Administrator

ANURUDH SINGH

Apex, NC (Willing to Relocate) 919-***-**** ************@*****.***

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/singh-anurudh/

SUMMARY

CCNA-certified network professionals with over 4+ years of hands-on experience designing, deploying, and maintaining network infrastructure for small and medium organizations. Demonstrates expertise in routing, switching, firewall management, and technical design review using Cisco and Palo Alto systems. Certified in AZ-104 (Azure Administrator) and CCNA, with a Master’s in Cybersecurity & Networks. Skilled in troubleshooting complex technical issues, implementing secure network solutions, and mentoring teams in fast-paced environments through effective collaboration with senior experts. SKILLS

System Administration: Windows/Linux Servers, Active Directory, Group Policy, IIS, Failover Cluster Cloud & Security: Azure, Intune, Entra ID, IAM, IDS/IPS, Patch Management, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSL/TLS, IPSec Scripting & Automation: PowerShell, Ansible, Python Networking: LAN/WAN, ACL, FTP, HTTP, TCP, UDP, IPv4/IPv6, IP Subnetting, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, Routing & Switching, SDN, SD-WAN, VoIP, VPN, VLANs, NAT, WLAN, MPLS, IPAM, SNMP, SSH, Telnet, SMTP, ARP, OSI Model, Routing Protocols: RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP

Switching Protocols: STP, RSTP, EtherChannel, VLAN Networking Devices: Cisco Routers, Switches, Firewalls, F5 Load Balancers, Aruba Access Points, Modems, Network Adapters Tools: Wireshark, SolarWinds, Splunk, ServiceNow, Lansweeper, RMM, Veeam, Elastic Stack, Packet Tracer, Microsoft 365 CERTIFICATIONS

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

• Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

EDUCATION

• Masters in Cybersecurity & Networks from the University of New Haven, West Haven, CT, in 2023.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from Tribhuvan University, Nepal, in 2018. WORK EXPERIENCE

Network/System Administrator Feb 2025 - Present

Aptech Inc. (EverStream) Remote

• Administer and maintain networking devices to ensure secure and stable connectivity

• Monitor and troubleshoot LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, and VPN issues, maintaining 99.9% network uptime

• Configure and manage Cisco network equipment, VLANs, and access control policies

• Support Azure networking, including virtual networks and VPN gateways in a hybrid cloud environment

• Analyze network traffic using tools like Wireshark and IDS/IPS to detect and resolve security threats

• Collaborate with security teams to enforce firewall rules and ensure compliance

• Provide tier 2/3 support for network-related incidents and maintain detailed documentation of configurations and changes Information Technology Specialist 2 May 2024 – Feb 2025 State of NY, NYS ITS

• Optimized network infrastructure by configuring VLANs, subnets, and BGP/OSPF routing protocols, enhancing performance across multiple projects.

• Leveraged SolarWinds and ServiceNow to monitor and resolve network issues, achieving a 98% incident resolution rate.

• Automated 60+ network and server tasks using PowerShell and Ansible, boosting operational efficiency by 40%.

• Administered 500+ Windows servers and VMware/Hyper-V clusters, managing Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy for 5,000+ users.

• Led failover cluster upgrades and implemented disaster recovery solutions, reducing downtime to under 1% and ensuring data integrity.

Network Support Engineers Apr 2020 - Dec 2021

Technozlife Information Technology Pvt. Ltd, Nepal

• Configured and managed routers, switches, and firewalls, maintaining 99.5% network uptime and enhancing security through VPNs and ACLs. Assisted in deploying Azure Virtual Networks and VPNs, ensuring secure and scalable cloud connectivity.

• Monitored and optimized DHCP/DNS settings, preventing 30% of potential downtime incidents.

• Configured BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and HSRP, optimizing traffic flow and redundancy.

• Troubleshot LAN/WAN connectivity and VoIP systems, reducing ticket escalations by 30%. IT Support Consultant Apr 2019 - Mar 2020

United Nations Development Programme UNDP, Nepal

• Managed Active Directory, account permissions, and Group Policy for 1,000+ users, reducing administrative workload by 30%.

• Deployed Microsoft 365 and Intune policies, ensuring 100% compliance with endpoint security standards.

• Provided L2/L3 technical support, decreasing ticket resolution time by 30%. IT Officer

Krishnanagar Municipality Office Feb 2018 – Mar 2019

• Led initiatives to enhance ICT infrastructure and security—implementing firewalls, IDS, and e-governance tools, which improved server reliability, increased website traffic by 20%, and reduced processing time by 75%. SUMMER 2023, INTERNSHIP

Network Security Analyst Intern, SVK Technology Solutions, NJ Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

• Utilized IDS/IPS and Wireshark to analyze network traffic and resolve cybersecurity incidents, cutting response times by 40% and reducing risk exposure by 90% while supporting firewall, VPN, and access control configurations.

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