Network Engineer Data Center

Likitha Chowdary Muvva Network Engineer

Leander, TX

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Over 3 years of strong experience in designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and managing large-scale enterprise campus and data center networks as a network engineer.

Hands-on experience working with Cisco and Meraki switches and routers in production environments, including configuration, monitoring, and lifecycle management.

Proficient in deploying and maintaining wireless infrastructures using Cisco and Meraki access points and controllers to ensure secure and reliable connectivity.

Deep understanding of IP networking fundamentals including the OSI model, TCP/IP stack, subnetting, routing, switching, and VLAN segmentation.

Skilled in deploying and managing Aruba 7210/7030 Wireless Controllers (WLCs) and AP models like Cisco 9130AX and Aruba AP- 515, ensuring optimal performance and secure wireless coverage in large-scale enterprise environments.

Skilled in configuring and supporting advanced routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP across Cisco IOS, Juniper, and Arista platforms.

Experienced with firewall technologies including Palo Alto (PA-5000/3000 Series), Cisco ASA, Fortinet FortiGate, and Checkpoint, focusing on policy enforcement, NAT, and VPN configurations.

Familiar with cloud networking and hybrid integrations including AWS and Azure, covering secure connectivity, VPN tunneling, and security group configuration.

Well-versed in using diagnostic tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, NetFlow, and ping/traceroute for real-time network troubleshooting and monitoring.

Hands-on experience with implementing and managing network security practices including TACACS+/RADIUS access control, NAC, segmentation, and threat monitoring.

Expertise in physical network design including copper/fiber cabling, rack layouts, and the use of transceivers like SFP/QSFP in enterprise environments.

Supporting core IP services such as DHCP, DNS, and NTP within distributed networks to maintain scalability and centralized control.

Skilled in creating network documentation, developing runbooks, and participating in ITIL-based change management and audit compliance workflows.

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, ensuring network uptime, performance optimization, and secure access.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Routing & Switching: RIP v1/v2, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, BGP (iBGP, eBGP), VRF, VXLAN, EVPN, Static Routing, Route Filtering, Redistribution, Summarization

Networking Protocols:

Switching Technologies:

TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP, VLAN, OSPF, BGP, NAT, VPN, IPSec, TLS, LAN/WAN, IPv4/IPv6 VLAN, VTP, STP, RSTP, MSTP, PVST, PortFast, Stacking, EtherChannel (LACP/PAgP) High Availability &

Redundancy:

Firewall & Access

Management:

Interconnects & DCI:

Documentation

Monitoring, Logging &

Performance:

HSRP, VRRP, GLBP, IRDP, ECMP, Active/Passive Failover, Redundant Links, Resiliency Solutions Palo Alto NGFW, Cisco ASA, Firewall Policy Configuration, Access Control Lists (ACL), IAM

(AWS), Active Directory, MFA/SSO Integration, VPN Management Terraform, Ansible, GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Leaf-Spine Architecture, FabricPath, VXLAN Routing, OTV, VPLS, LISP Syslog, SNMP, NetFlow, Prometheus, Grafana, Wireshark, SolarWinds, Cisco DNA Center, Nagios, Splunk, Cisco Works, HP OpenView

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cisco Systems, Michigan Aug 2025 – Present

Network Engineer

Designing and implementing reliable networking solutions for enterprise clients, focusing on scalability, fault tolerance, and high availability using Cisco and Juniper technologies.

Installing, configuring, deploying, and managing Arista switch models including 7010T, 7050SX2, 7280QR, 7504R, and 7508R.

Managing and configuring network security devices such as firewalls and IDS/IPS systems to protect business-critical resources and maintain compliance with security standards.

Deploying SD-WAN solutions to improve network performance and reduce costs while ensuring seamless connectivity across multiple client sites.

Handling lifecycle management of network equipment, including wiping and reconfiguring obsolete devices and updating the inventory management system to ensure accurate hardware records.

Coordinating with vendors for hardware returns, RMAs, and ensuring timely disposal of surplus equipment to contribute to efficient network lifecycle management.

Monitoring network health and performance using tools like SolarWinds and Splunk to enable early issue detection and proactive resolutions.

Managing the deployment and ongoing operation of enterprise-grade wireless technologies, supporting a high volume of concurrent users.

Enforcing stringent network security principles and firewalls to protect against unauthorized access and potential cyber threats.

Designing and implementing robust solutions utilizing various network routing protocols to ensure high availability and redundancy.

Managing and allocating IP addressing and VLANs to support scalable growth and maintain network organization.

Applying comprehensive knowledge of networking concepts (OSI, TCP/IP) to design, implement, and troubleshoot intricate network solutions.

Designing and applying QoS policies to prioritize critical traffic such as voice and video, ensuring consistent network performance.

Leading the design and implementation of high-availability solutions, utilizing HSRP, VRRP, and ECMP, to ensure minimal network downtime during failovers.

Developing and regularly testing disaster recovery (DR) runbooks to ensure rapid recovery from network outages and support business continuity.

Planning and executing network changes with minimal disruption, adhering to strict change management procedures to maintain uptime and reliability.

Cisco Systems, Michigan Jan 2025 – Jul 2025

Network Engineer (Intern)

Troubleshot and resolved intricate issues related to wireless technologies, restoring connectivity and optimizing signal strength.

Configured and maintained advanced network security principles and firewalls to secure sensitive data and critical systems.

Executed migrations and upgrades involving diverse network routing protocols, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal disruption.

Developed and implemented efficient schemes for IP addressing and VLANs, supporting large-scale network deployments effectively.

Utilized in-depth understanding of networking concepts (OSI, TCP/IP) to analyze network traffic and optimize data transmission.

Worked closely with service providers and equipment vendors to troubleshoot and resolve WAN connectivity issues, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) were met.

Implemented and maintained VPN solutions using AnyConnect, IPSec, and SSL technologies, supporting hybrid workforce needs while enforcing endpoint posture compliance.

Monitored WAN circuits and edge devices across MPLS, DIA, and SD-WAN links, engaging with ISPs and equipment vendors to proactively resolve outages and latency issues.

Utilized network diagnostic tools like Wireshark, NetFlow Analyzer, SolarWinds, and Meraki Health to troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and application-layer issues.

Developed and regularly tested incident response runbooks, coordinating with InfoSec and DevOps teams to ensure rapid containment and recovery during cyber events.

Provided 24/7 on-call support for critical network infrastructure, resolving outages, misconfigurations, and performance degradation under SLA timeframes.

Led the rollout of NAC policies using 802.1X authentication, integrating with Active Directory and Cisco ISE to ensure only compliant devices gained network access.

Magna Infotech, India Jan 2021 – Aug 2023

Network Engineer

Led the deployment and administration of Cisco ASA 5506-X/5508-X and Palo Alto PA-3220/PA-5250 firewalls, implementing advanced threat protection, VPN tunnels, and traffic segmentation policies to fortify the enterprise network perimeter.

Installed and managed Cisco Catalyst 9300/9500, Meraki MS425/MS250 switches, and MX84/MX100 routers in a hybrid branch and campus setup, supporting high-speed connectivity, secure routing, and centralized cloud-based management.

Designed and optimized LAN/WAN architectures using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, implementing route summarization, redistribution, and route maps to support scalable and redundant network operations.

Configured VLANs, trunking, inter-VLAN routing, HSRP, and DHCP snooping on Cisco Catalyst and Meraki switches to ensure proper segmentation, resilience, and endpoint security.

Deployed Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA) by integrating firewall segmentation, role-based access policies, and network access control (NAC) using Cisco ISE and RADIUS/TACACS+.

Configured and supported Aruba wireless controllers (7210/7030) and Cisco WLC 5520/9800 with AP models like Cisco 9130AX and Aruba AP-515, delivering secure and seamless enterprise Wi-Fi coverage.

Deployed and managed hybrid cloud networks using AWS Transit Gateway and Azure VPN Gateway, providing high availability and optimized routing for multi-cloud environments.

Upgraded firmware and OS images across Aruba and Cisco wireless controllers to address critical vulnerabilities and enable new wireless features (WPA3, 802.11ax optimizations).

Integrated cloud-native security controls using AWS VPC firewall, Azure NSG/UDR policies, and site-to-site VPN tunnels to extend secure connectivity between on-prem and cloud workloads.

Performed security assessments, vulnerability scans (Nessus, Qualys), and log forensics using Splunk and Event Viewer, ensuring compliance and proactive mitigation of risks.

Collaborated with OEM vendors like Cisco, Palo Alto, Aruba, and Meraki for equipment RMA, bug fixes, and procurement, ensuring timely upgrades and lifecycle management.

EDUCATION

Trine University, Indiana, USA May 2025

Master of Science in Information Science CGPA: 3.7/4.0

Siddhartha Institute of Engineering and Technology, Andhra Pradesh, India May 2022 Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science Engineering CGPA: 3.0/4.0 CERTIFICATION

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