Pavan Kumar Reddy Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Detroit, Michigan, United States

As a Senior Network Engineer at DTE Energy,I have been instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability. My role involves end-to-end management of wired and wireless networks, VPNs, and firewalls, alongside configuring and optimizing routers, switches, and other network devices. I played a key role in deploying and managing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) for data centers, as well as handling major equipment refreshes and migrations involving Nexus 9k switches and various Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewalls.In addition to network architecture design, I have actively participated in troubleshooting complex connectivity issues, optimizing routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, and maintaining high availability through F5 BIG-IP load balancers. My responsibilities extend to network security, where I configure firewalls, handle VPN migration, and work with advanced security measures such as NAT, threat prevention, and URL filtering.I also develop and maintain network documentation, Visio diagrams, and test scripts using Python to enhance hardware performance. With a focus on disaster recovery, business continuity, and adherence to industry best practices, I ensure 99.98% system uptime while providing 24/7 on-call support.

Chevy Chase, Maryland, United States

As a Network Engineer at Geico, I played a major role in designing and maintaining the organization's network infrastructure. My responsibilities encompassed selecting appropriate technologies, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security across various network environments.I configured and deployed Cisco and Arista network hardware, including Arista 7000 series switches for core and edge networking, and implemented advanced protocols like OSPF, BGP, and VXLAN to optimize network performance. Additionally, I deployed and managed HSRP for VPN redundancy, ensuring a highly available multilayer switched network.Security was a key focus, where I managed Cisco ASA, Checkpoint, and Juniper NetScreen firewalls. I also worked on performing security audits for perimeter routers and writing access control lists (ACLs) to safeguard the network.To support scalability, I implemented multicast routing in the data center for both IPv4 and IPv6, and conducted Cisco ACI firmware upgrades on spine and leaf switches.In terms of automation, I utilized Python scripting to streamline tasks such as IP validation and migration, increasing operational efficiency. I also played a major role in wireless security, configuring Aruba ClearPass and installing Aruba Wi-Fi networks to provide secure connectivity for employees and guests.Throughout my time, I contributed to network documentation, including Visio diagrams and solution documents, and provided troubleshooting for various network issues. Additionally, I supported migrations from Cisco CSS to F5 BigIP Load Balancers, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal downtime.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

As a Network Engineer at US Bank,I was responsible for designing and maintaining a robust network infrastructure to support the bank’s operations. My role involved planning and implementing LAN, WAN, and data center networks, focusing on scalability, reliability, and security.I managed and configured network hardware and software, including Cisco routers and switches (2691, 2950 series) and Arista switches. I implemented routing protocols like EIGRP and BGP and managed MPLS connectivity for VPN and traffic engineering. My role also involved designing IP addressing schemes and setting up WAN connections with Frame Relay and NAT for public IPs.Security was a critical component of my responsibilities. I configured and maintained PIX and ASA firewalls, including transitioning from PIX to ASA. I also worked with Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewalls, implementing security policies, Zone-Based Firewalling, and IPSec VPN tunnels. I performed extensive packet-level debugging to resolve security issues and established DMZs for web, mail, and FTP servers.I used Python for scripting and automation tasks, such as validating IP migrations and generating firewall security policies. Additionally, I managed Cisco Nexus switches (9000, 7000, 5000 series) and F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM series), performing upgrades, backups, and configurations to ensure high availability and optimal performance.My role also included designing network security measures, such as AAA authentication using Cisco ACS, and maintaining critical services like DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory on Windows Server. I provided 24x7 incident support, troubleshooting complex issues across various network layers and managing service requests throughout troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrades. I also worked on network documentation, including feasibility reports for upgrades, and provided technical support for LAN/WAN systems, ensuring consistent network performance and reliability.

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

As a Network Administrator at Accenture I played a crucial role in managing and optimizing the company's IT infrastructure to support software development, data management, and technology-related activities. My responsibilities included designing, planning, and maintaining the network infrastructure across LAN, WAN, and data center environments to ensure scalability, reliability, and security.I was involved in day-to-day operational support, troubleshooting and replacing system and network hardware, and monitoring network utilization and capacity. I designed, installed, and tested network-related services and hardware, leveraging high-performance computing techniques to enhance network performance.Key tasks included configuring and troubleshooting Cisco Nexus 7k, Catalyst 6500, 4500, 3750 switches, and routers, addressing slow network connectivity issues, and resolving routing problems involving OSPF and BGP. I also worked on advanced network management tools such as Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager, Aruba Airwave, and Aruba Central, and managed the migration from Cisco to Aruba wireless platforms.My role involved creating and managing Firewall policies on ASA Firewalls, including configuring and maintaining IPSEC VPN tunnels and implementing Zone-Based Firewalling. I handled a comprehensive firewall cleanup project that included multi-vendor environments like Checkpoint and Palo Alto, successfully implementing policy rules and DMZ configurations.I maintained high availability for public-facing production environments, managed various network protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, VLAN, HSRP, STP, DNS, SNMP, and SMTP, and ensured robust network security and operational support. I also contributed to developing support tools and resources to enhance local and remote support capabilities and provided 24x7 on-call support for scheduled maintenance and emergency incidents.

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

As a Network Administrator at Polaris, I focused on optimizing the data center network infrastructure to meet increasing data demands, enhance scalability, and ensure high availability for critical business applications. My role included designing and implementing solutions to scale the data center network effectively, integrating load balancing and traffic management mechanisms for optimal resource utilization, and implementing advanced security measures such as firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems.Key responsibilities included coordinating disaster recovery procedures to maintain data center stability, developing and revising departmental procedure manuals, and ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements through quality control procedures. I monitored and troubleshot LAN environments, installed and configured routers and switches, and generated weekly performance reports.I managed Exchange 2003 servers, troubleshooting user and group account issues, mail delivery problems, and configuring MX records. I was responsible for Security Patch Management and deployment using Microsoft WSUS and administered DHCP Server, including creating reservations and configuring server options.My role also involved configuring Terminal Server for remote access via Remote Desktop Protocol, installing, troubleshooting, and supporting Windows 2003 Server Administration and Active Directory, and providing user support for system performance issues, OS, email, account issues, and hardware problems. Additionally, I managed the installation and configuration of Windows 2000 Server/Workstations, created user and computer accounts in Active Directory, and resolved related user issues.

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