Network Engineer Sd-Wan

ARAVIND REDDY MANDA

Network Engineer

+1-940-***-**** ****************@*****.*** Missouri, USA LinkedIn SUMMARY

Network Engineer with 4+ years of experience in configuring, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise networks, including LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud (AWS, Azure) environments. Skilled in Cisco routing/switching, firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto), VPNs, BGP/OSPF, and tools like SolarWinds and Wireshark. Strong background in ITIL-based support, performance tuning, and delivering secure, scalable network solutions. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Network Engineer Fortinet, United States Nov 2024 – Present

• Assisted in the configuration and maintenance of FortiGate firewalls and VPN tunnels to ensure secure access for internal systems and client-facing environments, improving overall network integrity and data confidentiality.

• Supported the deployment and testing of Fortinet Secure SD-WAN solutions to enhance branch connectivity and enable intelligent traffic steering across dynamic links, improving WAN resiliency and application performance.

• Monitored network performance and security alerts using FortiAnalyzer, contributing to the timely identification and resolution of connectivity issues and reducing downtime through proactive incident handling.

• Developed basic Python and Bash scripts to automate firewall configuration backups and log data extraction for reporting and auditing purposes across multiple sites, improving administrative efficiency and consistency.

• Gained hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud environments by participating in labs focused on VPCs, subnets, and firewall rule configuration aligned with cloud security best practices and network segmentation principles.

• Created and maintained network diagrams, change records, and configuration documentation using Visio and Lucidchart to support operational consistency and improve cross-team understanding of network architecture.

• Collaborated with senior engineers on risk assessments and vulnerability scans, assisting in compliance activities and incident response exercises for critical systems, enhancing awareness of enterprise-level security practices.

• Observed and participated in NOC workflows, including real-time network troubleshooting, ticket management, and escalation procedures under structured SLAs, gaining insight into 24/7 operational support practices. Network Operations Engineer HCL Technologies, India Apr 2021 – Jun 2023

• Supported daily network operations by monitoring infrastructure health, resolving service tickets, performing root cause analysis, and assisting in the optimization of network performance across enterprise environments.

• Configured and maintained Cisco and Juniper Layer 2/3 switches and routers, implementing VLANs, STP, VTP, EtherChannel, trunking, and routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP) to ensure stable and scalable network connectivity.

• Monitored network health using tools like SolarWinds and PRTG, responding to alerts and escalating issues as per SOPs.

• Performed basic troubleshooting on WAN/LAN connectivity, DHCP/DNS issues, and bandwidth utilization bottlenecks.

• Documented recurring issues and contributed to KB (Knowledge Base) articles to enhance incident resolution efficiency.

• Collaborated with senior engineers for planned maintenance, patch management, and network upgrade activities.

• Ensured compliance with ITIL processes for incident, change, and problem management using ServiceNow.

• Gained hands-on exposure to SD-WAN (Cisco Meraki), VPN tunnels, and hybrid cloud network support on AWS.

• Participated in regular shift handovers and client status calls, maintaining 99.9% uptime for assigned infrastructure components.

SKILLS

• Core Networking & Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, ARP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, STP, Static & Dynamic Routing, Layer 2/3 Switching

• Network Infrastructure: Cisco (IOS/IOS-XE), Juniper, Arista, HP Switches & Routers

• Firewall & Security: Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet, VPN (IPSec, SSL), Access Controls, Security Policies

• Network Monitoring: SolarWinds, Wireshark, Nagios, PRTG, NetFlow, SNMP, Syslog

• Wireless Networking: Cisco, Aruba, Ubiquiti, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax

• Cloud Networking: AWS, Azure, GCP (VPCs, Subnets, Route Tables, Security Groups, VPNs)

• Virtualization & SD-WAN: VMware, Cisco Meraki, Viptela, Fortinet SD-WAN

• Automation & Scripting: Python, Bash, Ansible, Netmiko, NAPALM

• Documentation Tools: Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, Draw.io EDUCATION

Master of Science in Information Systems Saint Louis University, Saint Louis Aug 2023 – May 2025 Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology CVSR College Of Engineering, Hyderabad Aug 2019 – May 2023 CERTIFICATES

• Cisco Certified Network Associate(CCNA) - valid through June, 2028

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) – Pursuing Expected Sep 2025

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