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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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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