Network Engineer Training Program

Mandar Milind Joshi

Plainsboro, NJ ***** Email: **********.********@*****.*** LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshimandar157 +1-609-***-**** Professional Summary: Aspiring Network Engineer/Technician with a strong foundation in designing, configuring, and managing network protocols including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, OSPF, and ARP. CompTIA Network+ and Multiple Cisco Certifications with hands-on experience in network deployment, infrastructure troubleshooting, and fibre optic technologies. Completed Verizon’s Technician Training Program, gaining exposure to enterprise-level operations and network monitoring. Proficient in AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, VPC) and experienced with network simulation tools such as Cisco Packet Tracer and Wireshark. Solid programming knowledge in Python, SQL, and C, with additional academic exposure to finance. Certifications and Training:

• CompTIA Network+ (CompTIA, Feb 2025)

• Cisco Networking Basics: (Cisco, May 24), Network Addressing and Network Troubleshooting – (Cisco, August 24), Networking Devices and Initial Configuration – (Cisco, Sept 24).

• Verizon Technical Training Program Level I (Verizon, May 2025), AWS Networking Basics: (AWS, July 25), JNCIA-Junos (Pursing) Work Experience

BYJU’s Aurangabad, India.

Associate Feb 2023 – May 2023.

• Configured and maintained firewall policies to control access to BYJU’s premium content for over 10 subscribed schools.

• Implemented FQDN-based rules to handle dynamic IP changes and ensure uninterrupted access for schools with frequently changing networks.

• Collaborated with school IT teams to troubleshoot access issues by analyzing firewall logs, communicating resolutions clearly, and ensuring long-term fixes.

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) Mumbai, India. Intern Jan 2021 - July 2021.

• Led and Coordinate Project Multimedia Transmission using DCT and Huffman coding, reducing data overhead by 40%, enabling faster and more reliable communication for academic and commercial applications.

• Enhanced network performance by optimizing bandwidth usage, significantly improving the efficiency of data transfer in limited-bandwidth environments.

• Delivered a comprehensive technical report detailing project outcomes and recommendations for further improvements. Skills:

• Networking: IP Network Technology TCP/IP, Layer 2/3 Protocols, OSI, DNS, DHCP, ARP, BGP, OSPF, IP Addressing (IPV4 and IPV6) and subnetting, NAT, Firewalls.

• IPSec LAN/VLAN, WAN, SDWAN, IPSec, Ethernet, Optical Fiber cable, Network Topology, Wireshark, Network Troubleshooting, Wireless Network, Wi-Fi.

• Cloud Computing: AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC)

• Programming Languages: C, Scripting language Python, SQL.

• Windows, Linux/Unix Operating System, Network Hardware, VOIP, Cisco IOS, Cisco Packet Tracer.

• Jira, Visio, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Personal Projects:

Enterprise Network Infrastructure Design Using Cisco Packet Tracer:

• Set up Network Devices Cisco Routers, Switches, Network Protocols for efficient network segmentation in LAN and VLAN.

• Configured DHCP server to automate IP addressing.

• Configured DNS server and implemented routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP to enable inter-network communication among peer ISP Network and optimize routing efficiency.

University Network Design

• Designed a structured campus network using VLANs.

• Implemented Inter-VLAN Routing (Router-on-a-Stick) to enable controlled communication between departments.

• Configured DHCP and ACLs to automate IP management and enhance network security.

• Simulated ISP connectivity with static routing, providing realistic internet access and improving routing skills. Education:

Pace University. New York, USA

Master of Science in Computer Science GPA: 3.74/4 June 2025 Pune Vidhyarthi Griha’s College of Engineering and Technology Pune, India Bachelor Of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication GPA: 9.24/10 Aug 2022 Extracurricular Activities:

• Represented Aurangabad District in Maharashtra Cricket Association U-14 and U-16 Tournaments for 4 years from 2012 - 2016.

• Demonstrating high-level sportsmanship and competitive spirit with 6 ‘Man of The Match; and 1 ‘Man of The Series Award’.

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