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• Developed comprehensive architecture solutions, governance policies, and both short- and long-term roadmaps for Data Center network and Cloud Infrastructure hosting wireless and cable service.• Offered strategic guidance on technology options and provided recommendations for a diverse, multi-vendor IP Network and Cloud Infrastructure landscape, encompassing Cisco/Juniper/A10 Routers, Switches, Firewalls, Load Balancers, and Security platforms.• Held accountable for the delivery of multi-year network plans, maintaining a system-level perspective that includes platform evolution, capacity modeling, and the consolidation and optimization of capital costs. • Spearheaded initiatives surrounding Data Centre roadmaps for both the DC IP underlay fabric and DC IP overlay fabric, integrating elements such as network load balancers and IP Service Firewalls. • Fostered collaboration with various Engineering teams to synthesize a comprehensive perspective on Data Centre connectivity, ensuring alignment with 3-year Network Capital Plans.

• Successfully implemented network architecture for significant wireless service initiatives including 5G DMC, ensuring smooth coordination of technical issues among clients, vendors, and internal teams. • Provided specialized expertise in delivering network architectures and designs, utilizing Software Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Function Virtualization (NFV) technologies to maximize network agility and operational efficiencies. • Conducted in-depth Requirements Analysis for new services and products, meticulously identifying the necessary associated technologies. • Managed projects and resource allocation across all stages of the Technology process, from Requirements and Architecture to Impact, Technology Specification, and Field Trial phases. • Directed the creation of comprehensive functional and technical documentation for projects, guaranteeing clarity and precision throughout implementation and support stages.

• Offered architecture solutions and proof of concepts for next-generation virtualization applications such as vIMS, CUPS, and vSMSC within the Data Center environment.• Designed solutions for various M2M and IoT initiatives tailored to meet specific business requirements. • Formulated requirements, principles, and models for future state architectures, aligning with industry best practices.• Oversaw the lifecycle of the Service Delivery environment, managing processes such as RFP submissions, budget approvals, and vendor integration. • Directed vendor management activities to design and integrate solutions, delivering proof of concept, High-Level Design (HLD), Low-Level Design (LLD), and Acceptance Test Plan (ATP) documentation.

• Managed the complete lifecycle of large-scale projects, encompassing scoping, designing, developing, deploying, and providing support for a scalable network environment.• Conducted thorough investigations into new products and technologies, including evaluation and proof of concept in lab settings, as necessary.• Collaborated on the design, implementation, and maintenance of network routing, switching infrastructure, Remote Access, site-to-site VPN, and security services.• Generated comprehensive technical engineering documentation such as Engineering Design Specifications, Acceptance Test Plans, Work Orders, and Method of Procedure, facilitating seamless service testing and platform integration. • Monitored and upheld the capacity and performance of the network using a range of industry-standard tools to ensure optimal functioning.

• Conducted analysis and implemented network redesigns to align with evolving organizational requirements.• Evaluated non-standard technical requests and devised tailored solutions that met business needs and adhered to security requirements.• Managed project initiatives, including the implementation of new technologies to support business objectives and the development of capacity reporting and upgrade strategies.• Offered third-level support to the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues.

Post Graduate Diploma, Wireless Telecommunication

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Computer Engineering