SUMMARY

• 6.5 years of experience in Networking, including hands - on experience in providing network support, installation and analysis for a broad range of LAN/WAN/MAN communication systems
• Worked on Extensively on Cisco Firewalls, Cisco PIX (506E/515E/525/) & ASA 5500(5510/5540) Series,
• Experience with convert PIX rules over to the Cisco ASA solution.
• Knowledge of implementing and troubleshooting complex layer 2 technologies such as VLAN Trunks, VTP, Ether channel, STP, RSTP and MST. Implementation of HSRP, VRRP for Default Gateway Redundancy
• Experience working with Cisco Nexus2148 Fabric Extender and Nexus5000 series to provide a Flexible Access Solution for a datacenter access architecture
• Sound knowledge of Routing and Switching concepts and MPLS design.
• Proficient in Cisco IOS for configuration & troubleshooting of routing protocols: MP-BGP, OSPF, LDP, EIGRP, RIP, BGP v4, MPLS
• Worked extensively in Configuring, Monitoring and Troubleshooting Cisco's ASA 5500/PIX security appliance, Failover DMZ zoning & configuring VLANs/routing/NATing with the firewalls as per the design.
• Experience configuring Virtual Device Context in Nexus 7010
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in Tier II ISP Routing Policies, Network Architecture, IP Subnetting, VLSM, TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, DNS, FT1 / T1 / FT3 / T3 Sonet POS OCX / GigE circuits, Firewalls.
• Configured and deployed QOS and defined class of service (COS) WRED and WFQ for bandwidth management.
• Primary responsibility is to design and deploy various network security & High Availability products lick Cisco ASA other security products
• Responsible for CheckPoint and Cisco ASA firewall administration across global networks
• Experienced with SPLAT and Nokia platforms, Cisco Pix, Concentrator, ASA

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Routing Protocols: IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGPv4, MP-BGP

WAN Protocols: HDLC, PPP, MLPPP

Circuit switched WAN: T1/E1 - T3/E3/OCX (Channelized, Fractional & full).

Packet Switched WAN: ATM, FRAME RELAY, MPLS VPNs

Security Technologies: Cisco FWSM/PIX/ASDM/ASA, Nokia Checkpoint NG, Juniper SRX

Cisco Routers: Cisco GSR 12416,12418, Cisco 7200vxr, Cisco 3640,Cisco 3600

Redundancy and management: HSRP, RPR, NSF/NSR

Physical interfaces: Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial, HSSI, Sonet (POS)

Layer 2 technology: VLAN,VTP,VMPS,ISL,dot1q,DTP,Spanning-tree,PVST

Layer 3 Switching: CEF,MLS,Ether Channel

QOS: CBWFQ, LLQ, WRED, Policing/Shaping.

Switches: Catalyst 6500,MSFC,MSFC2,7600,3700,3500

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential, Thousand Oaks, CA

Sr. Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Configuring and installing 6500, 4500 in Campus networks.
• Experience with WCS predictive maps and RF Engineering Planning.
• Switches Replace branch hardware with new 2851 routers and 2960 switches.
• Conversions to BGP WAN routing. Which will be to convert WAN routing from OSPF to BGP (OSPF is used for local routing only) which involves new wan links.
• Convert Branch WAN links from TDM circuits to MPLS and to convert encryption from IPSec/GRE to GetVPN.
• Experience working in 24x7 NOC team monitoring and support various client system infrastructures, network devices and IPT network using Spectrum, Nimsoft and silverback.
• Lead Engineer for Network refresh project for Multinational insurance company. Providing remote assistance for replacing exiting switches with new Cisco switches.
• Configuring routing protocols OSPF, EIGRP,RIP, MPBGP, LDP and BGPV4
• Configuring HSRP between VLANs, Configuring Ether-Channels, Port Channel on 6500 catalyst
• Build Logical design and Implementation of Wireless Solution
• Worked on F5 LTM, GTM series like 6400, 6800, 8800 for the corporate applications and their availability
• Primary responsibility is to design and deploy various network security & High Availability products like Cisco ASA other security products
• Worked extensively in Configuring, Monitoring and Troubleshooting Cisco's ASA 5500/PIX security appliance, Failover DMZ zoning & configuring VLANs/routing/NATing with the firewalls per design
• Involved in iRule management like loading rules, writing iRule syntax using TCL language
• Identify, design and implement flexible, responsive, and secure technology services
• Experience with Firewall Administration, Rule Analysis, Rule Modification
• Modified internal infrastructure by adding switches to support server farms and added servers to existing DMZ environments to support new and existing application platforms.
• Responsible for Cisco ASA firewall administration across our global networks
• Support customer with the configuration and maintenance of PIX and ASA firewall systems
• Assist with various duties that will arise including: implementation, configuration, management, rules definition, problem solving, design advice, troubleshooting, updating, maintenance, etc
• Experience working with JUNOS OS on JuniperRouters and Switches.
• Experience working Juniper T-Series, M-Series, MX-Series, J-Series Routers
• Worked on Extensively on Cisco Firewalls, Cisco PIX (506E/515E/525/) & ASA 5500(5510/5540)
• Experience with convert Checkpoint VPN rules over to the Cisco ASA solution. Migration with Cisco ASA VPN experience
• Setup simplified and traditional VPN communities, and Cisco Anyconnect
• Support customer with the configuration and maintenance of PIX and ASA firewall systems
• Built site-to-site IPSec VPNs over Frame-relay & MPLS circuits on various models of Cisco routers to facilitate adding new business partners to new and existing infrastructures.
• Modified internal infrastructure by adding switches to support server farms and added servers to existing DMZ environments to support new and existing application platforms.
• Analyzed customer application and bandwidth requirements, ordered hardware and circuits, and built cost effective network solutions to accommodate customer requirements and project scope.
• Configured routers and coordinated with LD Carriers and LECs to turn-up new WAN circuits.
• Experience with convert Checkpoint VPN rules over to the Cisco ASA solution. Migration with both Checkpoint and Cisco ASA VPN experience
• Responsible for Cisco ASA firewall administration across our global networks
• Experience with migration Hybrid based Cisco CatOS and Native Cisco IOS on 6500 switches.
• Configured various BGP attributes such as Local Preference, MED, Extended Communities, Route-Reflector clusters, Route-maps and route policy implementation.
• Actively participated in upgrading fast Ethernet, Layer 3 switched/routed LAN infrastructure from Cisco 3640 to Cisco 2811 ISR routers and switches at access level to 2950, 3550.
• Converting CatOS to Cisco IOS Config Conversion on distribution layer switches
• Configured various Router interfaces like ATM interface, T3 & Channelized T1 interfaces
• Configuring and troubleshooting CISCO catalyst 6509, 7609, 7613 with Supervisor cards, Cisco 3640, Cisco GSR 12416,21418(with PRP and RPR processors)
• Excellent Troubleshooting Skills and Customer Centric approach.

Environment: Cisco 3750/3550/3500/2960 switches and Cisco 3640/ /3845/3600/2800 routers,Cisco ASA5510, Checkpoint

Confidential, Sunnyvale, CA

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Experience working with Juniper EX-Series Ethernet Switches
• Experience configuring and deployment of ERX310
• Experience with Installation on PIM modules on J-Series routers
• Configured IP RIP, PPP, BGP and OSPF routing
• Involved in the configuration & troubleshooting of routing protocols: MP-BGP, OSPF, LDP, EIGRP, RIP, BGP v4. Configured IP access filter policies.
• Experience with Checkpoint Firewall policy provisioning
• Identify, design and implement flexible, responsive, and secure technology services
• Experience with Firewall Administration, Rule Analysis, Rule Modification
• Troubleshoot traffic passing managed firewalls via logs and packet captures
• Configured and resolved various OSPF issues in an OSPF multi area environment.
• Managed fast Layer 3 switched/routed LAN/WAN infrastructure as a part of Network team. The LAN consisted of Cisco campus model of Cisco 3550 at access layer, Cisco 6513 at distribution/core
• Configuring RIP, OSPF and Static routing on JuniperRouters.
• Configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco catalyst 6509,7613 with supervisor cards
• Design, implementation and operational support of routing/switching protocols in complex environments including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, Spanning Tree, 802.1q, etc.
• Estimated Project costs and created documentation for project funding approvals.
• Managed various teams involved in site surveys, cabling specifications, Network equipment installation and configuration.
• Planned resources and presented project status to higher management.
• Deployed 7613 as PE and CE router and Configured and troubleshooted the Edge Routers.
• Excellent troubleshooting knowledge on T1, T3, OC-3 and OC-12.
• Configured egress and ingress queues for ISP facing routers using CBWFQ.
• Generating RCA (Root Cause Analysis) for critical issues of layer1/layer2/layer3 problems.
• Ability to analyze, configure and troubleshoot networks

Environment: Cisco 6509/ 3750/3550/3500/2950 switches, Cisco 7200/3845/3600/2800 routers, Net Flow,TACACS,EIGRP,RIP,OSPF,BGP,VPN,MPLS,CSM,SUP720, Ether Channels, Fluke and Sniffer.

Confidential, Boston, MA

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Configure, deploy and maintain underlying network switching and routing hardware and equipment.
• Implementation and maintenance of switching infrastructure including VLAN creation and maintenance.
• Routing protocols (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP) implementation.
• Proficient in setting up & managing WAN / LAN/ WLAN & Networking Devices Administration.
• Successfully involved in Design, Configuration, Implementation and Maintenance of Networking Infrastructure.
• IP addresses management (Subnetting/Supernetting).
• Troubleshooting problems pertaining to Performance Tuning, Network Administration, Application Conflicts and System Bugs.
• Troubleshooting of routing and switching infrastructure.
• Migration to new Global Network infrastructure. High Bandwidth MPLS WAN links, OSPF Redistribution to BGP, Replaced legacy Layer 2 Network with a fast converging layer 3 network.
• Worked on project that provide enterprise security and remote accessibility. These include functional testing, product deployment and system maintenance.
• Administration of the corporate firewall as well as site to site VPN and mobile VPN tunnels.
• Configuration and deployment of authentication services that interact with the corporate firewall and VPN.

Confidential

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Deployment of MPLS based VPNs across 34 sites in India and 22 sites across ASIA, US and Europe. Created and managed BGP policies at the internet peering points.
• Managed LDP label limit constraints on smaller routers such as 7500 by deploying LDP filters.
• Worked on engine 3 line cards such as E3 16 port OC3, E3 OC48c and Channelized E3OC48.
• Engaged Network Operations on troubleshooting and root cause analysis on Minor, Major network problems
• Implemented BGP capabilities like ORF, Route refresh and Extended communities, for various customers.
• Configured OSPF on CISCO devices with multiple routing processes and redistributed them. Tested and hands on experience in multi area OSPF topologies.
• Configuring, managing and troubleshooting networks using routing protocols like RIP, EIGRP and OSPF (Single Area and Multi Area).
• Assisted with troubleshooting all network issues with routers and switches when necessary and consulted with on call tech as needed for client.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, test and resolve Frame Relay, ATM, MLPPP, PPP, and Dial-up.
• Configuring/Troubleshoot issues with the following types of routers Cisco (7200, 6500, 4500, 1700, 2600 and 3500 series), to include: bridging, switching, routing, Ethernet, NAT, and DHCP, as well as assisting with customer LAN /MAN, router/firewalls.
• Worked on various point to point SONET links such as OC3, OC12, STM-1.
• Worked on Channelized T1/T3 & PRI links.
• Worked with telecom vendors in regards to network fault isolation.
• Hands-on experience with WAN (ATM/Frame Relay), Routers, Switches, TCP/IP, Routing Protocols (BGP/OSPF), and IP addressing.
• Installed different software on the systems. Install and managing network devices including Hubs, Switches.
• Layer 2 switching technology architecture, implementation and operations including L2 and L3 switching and related functionality.
• This includes the use of VLANS, STP, VTP and their functions as they relate to networking infrastructure requirements including internal and external treatment, configuration and security.
• Installed and Configured Cisco 3800 series Routers and Catalyst 3500 Switches, UPS and POD (power distribution), Server, Cisco IP Phone (VoIP) 7960 with Workstations.
• Managed Active Directory and Exchange Server 2003.

Confidential

Network Technician

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for LAN and internet connection file and print server.
• Maintained and installed new internet connections for customers.
• Configured all devices for remote sites/plants, vendors and added new equipment to RADIUS and worked with MPLS-VPN and TACACS configurations.
• Created load balancing policies using BGP attributes such as Local Preference, AS-Path, MED, Community etc.
• Validate existing infrastructure and recommend new network designs.
• Created scripts to monitor CPU/Memory on various low end routers in the network.
• Installed and maintained local printer as well as network printers.
• Handled installation of Windows NT Server and Windows NT Workstations.
• Handled Tech Support as it relates to LAN & WAN systems