Senior Network Engineer Enterprise & Cloud Networking Expert

Yaswanth Kumar Eddala

Email: **************@*****.*** Phone: 224-***-****

SUMMARY

Senior Network Engineer with over 5+ years of experience in designing, deploying, and managing complex enterprise and data center networks. Skilled in routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, load balancing, cloud networking, and automation. Expertise in Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, and F5 technologies. Strong background in network security, telecom infrastructure, cloud-native environments, and ITIL processes. Proven ability to troubleshoot critical issues, implement secure solutions, mentor junior engineers, and optimize network performance across large-scale environments. Proven experience in project management, stakeholder collaboration, and mentoring engineers while leading global network modernization initiatives.

CORE SKILLS

Networking: Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, ASR, Arista, Juniper SRX/EX/QFX; Cisco ISE, RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X; enterprise networking, wireless deployments, and data center infrastructure; Zero Trust frameworks (NIST, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001 alignment).

Protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, MPLS, VXLAN, STP, VLANs

Firewalls: Palo Alto (PA-3K/5K/7K), Fortinet (100E/3200F), Cisco ASA, Check Point

Load Balancers: F5 BIG-IP (LTM, GTM, iRules)

Cloud: AWS (VPC, Route53, Direct Connect, CloudFront), Azure (VNets, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway), GCP; hybrid cloud connectivity and secure interconnects; Cisco ACI, VMware NSX

Automation & Tools: Ansible, Terraform, Python, REST APIs, Git, CI/CD pipelines; Docker, Kubernetes

Network Management Tools: Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Meraki Dashboard

Packet Analysis: Wireshark, tcpdump for advanced troubleshooting

Monitoring: SolarWinds, Splunk, PRTG, Nagios, Datadog, ServiceNow

Security: VPN (IPsec, SSL, GlobalProtect), IDS/IPS, ZTNA, CyberArk (PAM)

DDI Solutions: Infoblox, BIND, DHCP, DNS, IPAM, AWS Route53

Operating Systems: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

Data Center & Virtualization: Cisco UCS, HP server platforms; VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter); storage, compute, and network integration

Collaboration: Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM)

Project Management: Technical documentation, network diagrams, BOM validation, project planning, stakeholder communication

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Wyndham – Chicago, IL

Network Specialist Oct 2025 – Present

Led end-to-end deployment of network and data center solutions, including routing, switching, wireless, and server infrastructure, ensuring successful transition into production environments

Gathered POC (Proof of Concept) requirements from stakeholders and translated them into detailed build plans, configuration guides, and technical documentation

Configured and deployed Cisco switches, routers, wireless controllers, and access points following industry best practices

Implemented and supported Cisco UCS servers and HP hardware platforms, including rack-and-stack, cabling, and initial provisioning

Designed and deployed VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi host configuration, virtual networking, and storage integration

Managed multiple technical projects simultaneously, developing timelines, tracking milestones, and ensuring on-time delivery

Collaborated with customers, vendors, and OEM partners to execute integration projects and resolve technical challenges

Conducted troubleshooting across network, server, and virtualization layers, reducing downtime and improving system performance

Configured and supported Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) for VoIP and collaboration solutions

Created and maintained network diagrams, engineering documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Performed Bill of Materials (BOM) validation and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy before deployment

Led technical review sessions, project kickoff meetings, and post-implementation reviews with stakeholders

Provided mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, improving team efficiency and knowledge sharing

Ensured compliance with structured cabling standards and data center best practices, including power and cooling considerations

CVS Health Care – Phoenix, AZ

Senior Network Security Engineer May 2024 – Sep 2025

Administer and monitor Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls using Panorama, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer.

Configure multi-pod Cisco ACI architectures enabling scalable and resilient data center networking.

Hands-on experience in troubleshooting Avaya VOIP phones, including basic configuration and port patching.

Performed fiber link troubleshooting between switches and assisted in replacing network switch chassis blades when required.

Exposure to Riverbed WAN optimization devices for enterprise WAN performance improvement.

Integrated Cisco ISE for NAC with RADIUS/TACACS+ for secure authentication and policy enforcement.

Applied Zero Trust Architecture principles to segment workloads and minimize attack surfaces.

Ensured PCI-DSS and ISO 27001 compliance by aligning firewall, VPN, and access policies with audit requirements.

Developed and consumed REST API integrations with Infoblox and ServiceNow for automated provisioning and reporting.

Participated in EDR (CrowdStrike/SentinelOne) integrations with firewall and SIEM solutions for end-to-end threat response.

Investigated and analyzed network traffic, system logs, and firewall alerts using Wireshark, Splunk, and Panorama to identify and remediate potential security incidents.

Performed threat hunting and log correlation across CrowdStrike EDR, Fortinet, and Palo Alto platforms to detect anomalous behavior and policy violations.

Supported the Security Operations Center (SOC) team by triaging alerts, documenting incidents, and escalating verified threats for remediation.

Collaborated with cybersecurity teams to monitor and respond to events through SIEM tools (Splunk, Rapid7, Chronicle) ensuring timely resolution of network-related alerts.

Participated in vulnerability review meetings and applied mitigation strategies based on current CVEs and security advisories.

Leveraged Cisco DNA Center and Prime Infrastructure for end-to-end visibility, assurance, and software image management.

Conducted IDF/MDF room health checks for cooling, UPS alarms, and PDU status as part of routine data center maintenance.

Led cross-functional projects to redesign enterprise networks, managing scope, schedule, and budget while delivering secure and scalable solutions.

Configured and managed Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) solutions to provide resilient and scalable name resolution services.

Automated IP address management and DNS/DHCP provisioning using Python and Ansible, reducing manual errors and improving deployment speed.

Integrated DNS/DHCP logs with Splunk and Datadog for real-time observability, anomaly detection, and performance monitoring.

Implemented firewall policies, ACLs, and NAT rules across Cisco, Palo Alto, and Fortinet environments.

Managed Cisco routers (8100/8200/ASR 9900) for enterprise routing and DNS services.

Charter Communications – Columbus, OH

Network Security Engineer Feb 2023 – Apr 2024

Deployed and maintained Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) with BGP and IPsec tunnels for secure WAN connectivity.

Implemented ACI spine-leaf architectures with VMware vSphere integration for automation.

Provided off-hour and 24/7 support for network security monitoring and incident response, ensuring availability during critical maintenance windows and security events.

Conducted packet capture analysis using tcpdump and NetScout to validate threat intelligence findings and verify intrusion attempts.

Designed and integrated hybrid cloud connectivity with Azure ExpressRoute and AWS Direct Connect.

Configured Meraki Dashboard for cloud-managed branch networks, VPN tunnels, and wireless policies.

Enhanced observability using NetFlow exports integrated with SolarWinds and Splunk.

Used tcpdump and Wireshark for deep-dive packet analysis during latency and routing investigations.

Automated compliance checks using CI/CD pipelines integrated with Git and Terraform for consistent deployments.

Collaborated with InfoSec teams to map NIST CSF and Zero Trust controls into WAN/SD-WAN environments. Configured and supported Juniper EX/QFX switches alongside Cisco Nexus and Catalyst platforms.

Supported projects involving AI-driven network automation to optimize performance and reduce mean-time-to-resolution (MTTR).

Strong knowledge of Juniper’s cloud-based management and assurance models.

Configured Cisco Firepower, ASA, and Secure Firewall appliances for advanced security enforcement.

Reduced downtime by proactively monitoring with ServiceNow, SolarWinds, and NetScout.

Developed DR solutions and high-availability designs ensuring business continuity.

Trained junior engineers on SD-WAN, ACI, and firewall policies to build team capability.

Deployed cloud-based DNS solutions (AWS Route53, hybrid Infoblox environments) to support enterprise migration strategies.

Administered DNS services on Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, including BIND configurations, zone transfers, and failover setups.

Configured Cloud integration with AWS Direct Connect and VPN tunnels for hybrid workloads.

Enhanced security posture by implementing micro-segmentation with Illumio and Palo Alto policies.

Lantronix India Pvt. Ltd. – Hyderabad, India

Network Security Engineer Sep 2021 – Jan 2023

Designed, implemented, and supported secure enterprise network infrastructures across multiple client projects.

Configured and managed Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, and Fortinet firewalls, including VPNs, NAT policies, and security rules.

Supported routing and switching in large-scale enterprise environments with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus platforms.

Implemented and maintained IPS/IDS, URL filtering, SSL decryption, and threat prevention policies.

Conducted security audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance checks using Nessus and Qualys.

Integrated firewall and network logs with Splunk and SIEM platforms for real-time monitoring and analysis.

Assisted in the deployment of Cisco ACI and integration with VMware NSX for data center automation.

Supported WAN technologies (MPLS, VPN, BGP, OSPF) and optimized performance through QoS policies.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot LAN/WAN, firewall, and cloud security issues.

Participated in ITIL processes (incident, change, and problem management) using ServiceNow.

Delivered knowledge-sharing sessions and trained junior engineers on network security best practices.

Slash Networks – Hyderabad, India

Network Engineer Oct 2020 – Aug 2021

Configured and troubleshot BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS in enterprise WAN environments.

Maintained Checkpoint, Palo Alto, and Cisco ASA firewalls including ACL and VPN configurations.

Migrated and upgraded Cisco ASA to Palo Alto firewalls for enhanced security and visibility.

Implemented load balancing and caching solutions with NetScaler and F5.

Conducted Wireshark packet analysis for troubleshooting and performance tuning.

Automated routine tasks with Terraform and Netmiko scripts, improving operational efficiency.

Strengthened security posture with regular vulnerability scans and TrustSec policy enforcement.

Collaborated with ISPs and vendors to resolve critical WAN and internet outages.

Documented network topologies, policies, and processes for compliance and audits.

Assisted in planning and deploying new branch office networks and VPNs.

Implemented Cisco ISE for network access control and policy enforcement.

Deployed and tuned Aruba wireless controllers for enterprise WLANs.

Provided 24/7 on-call support and resolved high-priority incidents under tight SLAs.

Configured SNMP monitoring and integrated alerts with SolarWinds for proactive support.

Installed patches and firmware upgrades across multiple vendors to maintain compliance.

Worked closely with customers to gather requirements and design secure WAN/LAN solutions.

EDUCATION

Master’s in Information Technology and Management – Chicago, IL

Bachelor’s in Electronics & Communication Engineering – India

CERTIFICATIONS

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Project

AWS Cloud Automation

Illinois Institute of Technology – Chicago, IL Aug 2023 – Nov 2023

Executed end-to-end AWS cloud automation for provisioning, scaling, and optimization.

Built IaC with auto-scaling groups & launch templates, reducing provisioning time.

Improved availability by 30% through optimized load balancers.

Designed secure VPC architecture with subnets and security groups.

Managed RDS instances, read replicas, and auto-scaling for high availability.

Conducted peer study groups on cloud automation best practices.

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