network engineer

AKHILESH YADAV

************@*****.*** 334-***-****

Network Engineer

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:-

Network Engineer with 8+ years of extensive experience in Network Infrastructure, Routing & Switching, Network Administration, ITS Infrastructure Support, and Enterprise Network Operations.

Strong experience in installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrading of network devices including Cisco Routers, Switches, Wireless Access Points, Firewalls, Fiber Optic Equipment, and Network Monitoring Systems.

Hands-on experience supporting Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), roadside network cabinets, field networking devices, and highway communication infrastructure.

Expertise in Cisco Routing & Switching technologies including VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, NAT, ACLs, VPNs, DHCP, DNS, and TCP/IP networking.

Experienced in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco Catalyst switches, ISR routers, Ubiquiti wireless devices, Sierra Wireless routers, and FortiSIEM monitoring solutions.

Strong experience in LAN/WAN networking, network cabling systems, structured cabling, and fiber optic cable installation, testing, and maintenance.

Skilled in network hardware installation including Ethernet switches, routers, wireless bridges, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access points.

Hands-on experience performing network upgrades, hardware refreshes, firmware upgrades, patch management, and infrastructure migrations.

Experience conducting network assessments, performance monitoring, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and implementing network optimization solutions.

Proficient in monitoring enterprise infrastructure environments and resolving high-priority network incidents within SLA timelines.

Strong understanding of information security principles, firewall configurations, intrusion prevention, and network access controls.

Experienced in configuring and supporting wireless communication devices and remote connectivity solutions for field environments.

Strong experience working with network monitoring and diagnostic tools including SolarWinds, FortiSIEM, Wireshark, and Cisco Prime.

Experience supporting mission-critical infrastructure in outdoor environments and adverse weather conditions.

Skilled in preparing technical documentation, network diagrams, SOPs, asset inventories, and implementation plans.

Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Strong communication and coordination skills working with infrastructure teams, field technicians, vendors, architects, and management.

Experience supporting statewide and geographically dispersed network environments.

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certified with strong knowledge of Routing & Switching technologies

CERTIFICATIONS

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Category

Skills

Networking

TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VLAN, OSPF, BGP, STP, NAT, VPN

Cisco Technologies

Cisco Routers, Catalyst Switches, Routing & Switching

Wireless

Ubiquiti Wireless, Sierra Wireless

Monitoring Tools

FortiSIEM, SolarWinds, Wireshark

Security

Firewalls, IDS/IPS, ACLs

Cabling

Fiber Optic Cabling, Structured Cabling

Operating Systems

Windows Server, Linux

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Wolters Kluwer – Houston, TX Nov 2024 – present

Install, configure, maintain, and administer enterprise network hardware and software systems.

Support workstation administration, server administration, and network infrastructure environments.

Install and configure routers, switches, firewalls, access points, NICs, and network connectivity devices.

Monitor enterprise infrastructure to ensure availability, reliability, and performance.

Troubleshoot LAN, WAN, VPN, DHCP, DNS, wireless, and routing-related issues.

Perform hardware installation, replacement, patching, and software upgrades.

Test network hardware and software before production implementation.

Execute network changes and infrastructure improvements.

Function as enterprise infrastructure support expert maintaining large-scale network environments.

Implement high availability technologies including HSRP and VRRP.

Support business continuity and disaster recovery procedures.

Monitor network events using enterprise monitoring tools and identify performance bottlenecks.

Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions.

Act as escalation support for critical and high-priority incidents.

Collaborate with Network Architects and systems teams to ensure compliance standards.

Support fiber optic connectivity and structured network cabling activities.

Support field networking and ITS infrastructure environments as required.

Supported enterprise network infrastructure projects involving Cisco routing and switching technologies.

Installed, configured, upgraded, and maintained Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless devices.

Performed network assessments and infrastructure analysis for statewide network environments.

Supported ITS field cabinet network devices and roadside communication infrastructure.

Worked extensively with fiber optic cabling installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.

Configured VLANs, routing protocols, ACLs, NAT, VPNs, and switch port security.

Monitored network performance using FortiSIEM and SolarWinds monitoring tools.

Troubleshot network outages, packet loss, latency issues, and connectivity failures.

Supported Ubiquiti wireless bridges and Sierra Wireless communication devices.

Coordinated firmware upgrades, hardware replacements, and network refresh activities.

Worked closely with Network Architects to ensure compliance with enterprise standards.

Created network documentation, topology diagrams, and operational procedures.

Provided support during adverse weather conditions and field deployments along highways.

Acted as escalation point for critical network incidents and outage resolution.

Coordinated with onsite and offshore teams to meet project deadlines.

Network Engineer Intern

Cigna – Houston, TX Sep 2023 – Oct 2024

Installed and maintained enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, and wireless access points.

Supported LAN/WAN connectivity and troubleshooting activities.

Configured Cisco switches, VLANs, trunk ports, and routing protocols.

Performed structured cabling and fiber optic cable installation and testing.

Worked on network device configuration backups and disaster recovery procedures.

Supported firewall configuration and network security implementations.

Assisted in network upgrades and migration projects.

Performed hardware diagnostics and operating system testing prior to deployments.

Supported remote sites and field network devices across multiple locations.

Participated in incident management and root cause analysis activities.

Prepared technical documentation and troubleshooting guides.

Supported network monitoring and performance optimization initiatives.

Network Support & Implementation Engineer

Apollo Hospitals – Hyderabad, India Apr 2019 – Feb 2023

Provided network support for enterprise infrastructure environments.

Assisted in installation and troubleshooting of routers, switches, and network hardware.

Supported fiber optic and Ethernet cabling deployments.

Monitored network connectivity and resolved user-reported issues.

Assisted in maintaining network inventory and asset documentation.

Worked on network performance monitoring and incident response.

Supported wireless access point configurations and troubleshooting.

Coordinated with vendors for hardware replacements and maintenance activities.

Assisted senior engineers in implementing routing and switching changes.

Participated in after-hours maintenance and emergency support activities.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Information Technology – Auburn University

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – Sri Indu College of Engineering & Technology

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