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Chicago, Illinois, Us

- Installed and configured LAN/WAN networks using Cisco routers and switches, implementing both IPv4 and IPv6 protocols. Managed complex routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and ensured router redundancy through HSRP and VRRP.- Developed and integrated Cisco wireless LAN solutions, managing WLAN configurations, authentication roles, and RF properties to enhance connectivity across the organization.- Led the deployment of Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access points, resulting in improved network efficiency and capacity in high-density environments.- Administered advanced firewall environments (Checkpoint, Cisco ASA, Palo Alto) and implemented security policies using ACLs and VPN technologies (IPsec, AnyConnect).- Leveraged network management tools (TACACS, SNMP) to monitor performance and implemented Quality of Service (QoS) across the infrastructure.- Developed a roadmap for Wi-Fi 6E adoption, focusing on utilizing the 6 GHz band to reduce network congestion and increase throughput.- Collaborated within the Data Center Operations team to oversee the administration of network devices and contributed to the migration from Cisco IOS to Nexus NX-OS.

New York, New York, Us

- Configured and administered Cisco and Juniper routers and switches, including Nexus series (7K, 5K, 2K) and ASR series. Implemented high-speed networking with 40G and 100G switching chassis.- Managed mixed-vendor firewalls, focusing on Cisco ASA and Palo Alto. Implemented comprehensive security policies, including IPSEC, SSL VPN, and IPS/IDS.- Conducted comprehensive performance analysis of Wi-Fi 6 networks, optimizing for increased speed and reduced latency.- Deployed Meraki cloud-managed appliances and wireless access points. Worked with Aruba wireless systems supporting 802.11ac.- Integrated advanced security protocols (WPA3, EAP-TTLS) into existing wireless infrastructure toenhance security measures.- Utilized Python for network automation tasks, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual configuration errors.- Led critical network upgrades, including service provider integrations and VLAN deployments across multiple sites.

Queens, New York, Us

- Proficient in MPLS, IPSec VPN, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and various other routing and switching protocols.- Experienced in DOCSIS planning/deployment, 3G/4G/5G architectures, and fixed network technologies (xPON, DOCSIS, xDSL, Wi-Fi).- Knowledgeable in CDN and video delivery technologies, including encoding/transcoding and adaptive bitrate streaming.- Participated in early adoption and testing of Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technologies for improvednetwork capacity and efficiency.- Implemented QoS, policy routing, and security measures using NAT, ACS TACACS, and SNMP.- Skilled in traffic analysis, log interpretation, and packet capture for network optimization.- Developed scripts using UNIX-based tools to automate wireless network configuration andmonitoring tasks.- Proficient in creating complex network design documentation using Visio.- Experienced with Cisco NCM and SolarWinds Orion for network compliance and monitoring.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, In

- Deployed and configured Palo Alto firewalls using NSX, implemented firewall logging, DMZs, and security policies. Experienced in ACLs, NAT, and VPN configurations.- Designed and implemented VLANs, L2/L3 logical networks, and migrated legacy routing architectures to Cisco ASR with DMVPN.- Proficient in resolving Layer 2 issues (VLAN, STP, RSTP, VRRP, Ether Channel) and complex LAN/WAN problems.- Utilized tools like SolarWinds, QRadar, and Cisco IPS event viewer to monitor and optimize network performance.- Implemented Citrix application isolation using UniDesk and Microsoft AppV.- Developed Java-based interfaces for automated EMS component creation and utilized JSON for data structuring.

Master Of Science - Ms, Computer Science

Bachelor Of Technology - Btech, Electronics And Telecommunications