Network Security Specialist

RESOURCE PROFILE

• 9 years/ 103 months of experience in Networks Security Administration on various Networks Security products like Cisco/CSM/F5 /Juniper/ASA/Palo Alto etc.
• Well versed in end to end network infrastructure configuration, designing, transitioning, solution implementation of Cisco Routing/Switching/Network monitoring tools/Network Security Hardening.
• Knowledge experience in network solution architect, Due Diligence, network estimates, evaluation of network resource rate cards/estimates.

SUMMARY OF RELEVANT SKILLS Choose Appropriate

RELEVANT SKILLS

• Network Technologies - OSI Reference Model, Routing Routed protocols,Cisco Juniper OS JUNOS, SRX platforms , F5
• Network Security - JUNIPER Netscreen Firewall, JUNIPER SRX gateways, Cisco Security Manager CSM ,CISCO ASA 5510/PIX, CISCO FWSM Module, SONICWALL-PRO4100 , F5 BIG IP LTM/GTM/Enterprise Manager , CISCO ACE Load Balancer, Solarwinds Monitoring tool, WhatsUP Gold, PRTG Bandwidth Monitoring, Bluecoat Proxy SG510, CISCO VPN Concentrators , Packet Shaper , Netflow Analyzer, Bluecat/Proteus for DNS
• Cisco Router switches - Cisco 2800,3700,3600/6500 series Routers Cisco catalyst 3700,3500, 4900 series Switches.

OTHER SKILLS

• Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, Word- Well versed in preparing Visio Network Diagrams, Microsoft Projects, PowerPoint Presentation

• Scripts Documentation- Well versed in preparing Network RUN books, Architecture, Technical Architecture design Designing, SOP's

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential

Job Title : Network Consultant/Firewall Implementation lead

Responsibilities:

• Leading firewall implementation and handling offshore resources.
• Data center migration. Responsible for RBS firewalls analysis for migration events, successful deployment of firewall rules, implementation and troubleshooting post migration issues.
• I am working as Security Consultant/Firewall Implementation Lead for RBS Citizens project
• Analyze data provided by DC migration teams-Migration teams provides a huge raw data of firewall rules corresponding to each application migrating from old DC to new DC KMDC of RBS Citizens bank.
• Creating logics for analyzing firewall rules which helps in elimination of invalid firewall rules
• Raw firewall rules are analyzed against valid outbound/inbound rule bases and firewall rules databases is created for valid connectivity only.
• Scripting/documenting and verifying valid firewall rules databases and creating firewall configuration to be implemented at time of migration.
• Handling post migration events and troubleshooting any connectivity issues for application teams
• Helping and guiding offshore resources at time of scripting rules and analysis of migration events
• Conducting research and evaluation of network technology and recommends and/or purchases network equipment
• Providing consultation to client on future firewall cleanup and remediation activities

Job Title : Network Consultant

Responsibilities:

Worked as Network Consultant for Kohl's network development team. I am responsible to work on development projects in build phase which later will be part of production environment in Kohl's network enterprise. I also handle projects in test/stress phases for support team on ad hoc basis point of escalation for L1/L2 offshore teams.

• Handling 1000 firewall via CSM which includes configuring, event viewer, health performance monitor, reporting manager.
• Troubleshoot network performance issues, as well as analyze network traffic and provide capacity planning solutions
• Network contact for Stores upgrade projects, firewall clean up, deployment/approval of CSM activities
• Configuring F5 Big IP LTMs, GTMs and working closely with application team Weblogic/Websphere for deployments, performance testing, troubleshooting etc.
• Responsible for security of the network and for assigning IP addresses to the devices connected to the networks using DNS tool Proteus IPAM . Manage network design and security, troubleshoots and/or debugs network-related problems using Cisco CSM,routers,switches
• Management troubleshooting of site to site VPN's
• Conducting research and evaluation of network technology and recommends and/or purchases network equipment
• Updating Kohl's network infrastructure documentation like run books, SOP's
• Handling offshore teams conducting KT's
• Reviewing network performance reports through Solar winds
• Creating network performance, resource/team performance reports for client/leadership

Job Title : Network Solution Architect

Responsibilities:

As a network solution architect I was responsible to work on customer's project work orders PWO business critical request related to network design, planning, ordering and implementation.

• Create Technical Architecture Documents TAD as a part of design phase while working on project orders.
• Prepare PWO's with the correct amount of technical details and solution meeting the customer business requirements.
• Represent PWO's in client meetings and take a sign off from client provide best fit solution as per requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates for customer work requests which include technical one-off charges, resource units, device quotations etc. generate revenue up to 75000 per quarter for company.
• Working with ISP's like AT T, Vodafone etc. for circuit upgrades orders implementation.
• Contribute to cross Technology Skills of the Solution Architect team which included giving trainings, tech talk or presenting white papers.
• Implementations of PWO's and perform configuration changes on network devices.
• Creating Operation manuals for support teams

Job Title : Consultant for NORDEA Network security resilience

Responsibilities:

As a Network technology Consultant I had prepared a security baseline gave security settings recommendations for Juniper, Palo Alto Networks, and Cisco Checkpoint. Ensured appropriate reviews client sign off for those baselines. Make sure the timely delivery quality of work for this major client.

• As a technology SME I had to ensure that the security setting recommendations and other baseline deliverable exceed the quality requirements. The end deliverable should effectively capture the security best practices vis- -vis Nordea requirements for that particular technology.
• Ensure appropriate reviews client signoffs and timely delivery of the work products.
• Ensure Timely escalation of issues and risks. Any challenges with the baseline recommendations should be identified in time and discussed with stakeholders.
• Ensure client buy-in into all new technological recommendations before formal documentation to prevent rework. Help others in the team to understand the project and associated processes

Job Title : Subject Matter Expert

Responsibilities:

• Creating project related documents, Documentation- SOP/Run Books/Network Diagrams for MTL Network domain.
• Implementing Service Fortifications in MTL Network devices. Support existing MTL network team operations Implementing Continuous Improvement Projects.
• Provide KT job shadowing to existing team in Dalian new joiners in Hong Kong Guangzhou
• Cross Training support existing Dalian/Guangzhou resources.
• Capability developments for China Delivery Center CDC which is major initiative of Accenture Asia Pacific leadership.
• Reduction in Sev 1/2 due to proactive monitoring help reduce risks related to tasks or activities
• Addressing an ongoing problem that is impacting Accenture/team credibility

job Title : Sr. Network Security Admin

Responsibilities:

Responsible for managing Network Infrastructure which includes Firewalls Juniper, Cisco Routers Switches Cisco , Load Balancers Cisco ACE F5 .

• Responsible for performing Critical/high/medium level configuration changes on Client's device. Working as a Shift Lead for Cincinnati IDC network team/
• Responsible for managing Incidents based on priorities and giving resolutions based on SLA's.
• Working as Problem Manager Spoke from Cincinnati Network team for NADC clients.
• Giving end to end solutions to issues related to client's Network design architecture.
• Involved in maintenance, network transition and health checkups of devices.
• Backup Execution of network devices.
• Coordination with vendors on hardware related issue of Firewalls, Load Balancers etc.
• Following ITIL standards and Six Sigma process for Incident/Change Management.
• Communication and coordination with client's regarding performance of device like IOS up gradation/replacement.
• Working on real time issue and using Ticketing tool like ITSM Remedy as repository to account relevant information of tickets

Job Title Level 2 Networks Security Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for designing, implementing and troubleshooting customers network onsite.
• Performing Service Management, Incident Management, and Change Management using Remedy.
• Managing Configuring Cisco Routers, Switches, LAN, WAN, VLAN.
• Managing Configuring Firewalls through both GUI CLI mode.
• Performing end-to-end troubleshooting between two sites.
• Raising Faults with Vendors Vendor Management like Verizon, COLT, Reliance, VSNL etc.
• Following ITIL Six Sigma standards.

Job Title Network Admin

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for designing, implementing and troubleshooting customers network remotely.
• Performing Service Management, Incident Management, Change Management using HP Open viewer Service Desk.
• Managing Configuring Cisco Routers, Switches, VOIP Gateways.
• Managing Configuring Firewalls Cisco ASA, Net screen, Sonic Wall , VPN Concentrators, Packet Shaper through both GUI CLI mode.
• Managing Configuring Bluecoat Proxy through both GUI CLI mode.
• Establishing VPN connections using Net screen, Sonic wall, ASA.
• Using Networking Tools like Solar winds, WhatsUPGold, Sonic Wall Viewpoint for monitoring alerts and report generation.
• Performing end-to-end troubleshooting between two sites.
• Updating Patches for Cisco Unified Call Manager. Subscriber, Publisher.
• Raising Faults with Vendors Vendor Management like Verizon, COLT, Reliance, VSNL etc.
• Following ITIL process in day today activities.

Job Title Technical Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Providing End to end solutions related to Broad Band to BT customers.
• Performing Incident management using Horizon tool.
• Configuring and Deploying Internet Connections remotely.
• Fault reporting and coordinating with BT onsite team ADSL circuit team, Line faults team etc.