Network Engineer

Herry Patel

Network Engineer

***************@*****.*** 519-***-**** Waterloo, ON LinkedIn

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Experienced Network Engineer with expertise in designing, implementing, and managing scalable network infrastructures. Proficient in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLAN, MPLS, and advanced firewall configurations (Checkpoint, Cisco ASA/PIX, Juniper SSG/SRX, Fortinet). Skilled in network troubleshooting using tools like Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios, and VPN solutions (IPsec, SSL VPN). Strong experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), network security, and achieving ISO 27001 certification. Proficient in Linux, Windows, UNIX, and tools like ServiceNow, MS Visio, and GNS3. Adept at maintaining 99.9% uptime, optimizing performance, and leading projects using Agile methodologies. Skills

Network Protocols:

TCP/IP, CCNA Router & Switches, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, SMTP, VLAN, WAN, MPLS Checkpoint, Cisco PIX, Cisco ASA, Juniper SSG, Juniper SRX, Net Screen, Junos, and Fortigate Firewalls UDP, POP3, NTP, FTP. Network Troubleshooting/ Monitoring:

Wireshark, SNMP, NetFlow, Syslog, Ping, Traceroute, Nagios. Zabbix, PRTG, and SolarWinds.

Firewalls:

Checkpoint, Cisco (ASA, PIX), Juniper (SSG, SRX), Fortinet Methodologies:

Agile, Waterfall, Scrum

Operating Systems:

Linux, Windows, UNIX

VPNs:

IPsec, Remote access SSL VPN, access lists, Regular Expressions, Failover, Load Balancing IDS, IPS, PPTP L2TP, Packet filtering, etc. Routing & Switching:

CCNA, BGP, OSPF, RIP, VLAN, WAN, MPLS

Network Security:

ACLs, VPNs, IDS/IPS

Cloud Computing:

AWS & Azure.

Other tools:

ServiceNow, SQL, PowerPoint, MS Visio, MS Office, AutoCAD, CMD Prompt, Putty, Packer Tracer, GNS3.

Professional Experience

Network Engineer, Accenture 01/2023 – present

•Managed development and deployment of a scalable network infrastructure, resulting in a 40% increase in system availability and a 25% decreased latency for a large corporate client.

•Improved security incidents by more than 50% by configuring, managing, and maintaining a variety of network security tools, such as intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and VPNs.

•Utilized advanced monitoring tools like Nagios and SolarWinds, advanced monitoring capabilities were utilized to actively oversee network health, preemptively addressing more than 300 critical network issues to prevent any potential downtime.

•Implemented strict network security configurations and rules, which was a major contribution to the ISO 27001 certification process.

•Deployed and maintained Palo Alto firewalls to safeguard our network against advanced threats and unauthorized access.

•Troubleshoot and proactively resolve network anomalies or outages, including low throughput, packet loss, errors, latency, delay, and jitter, and conduct root cause analysis.

•Created comprehensive SOPs, Policies, and network documentation, which significantly improved the efficiency of the troubleshooting process and the efficacy of training and knowledge transfer for new team members.

•Developed custom network solutions using advanced visualization toolsto illustrate networkperformance metrics for executive review. Network Support Engineer, Smartfox 08/2019 – 01/2022

•Managed and maintained a robust network infrastructure supporting over 5000 users across global locations, achieving a consistent operational uptime of 99.9%.

•Installs, configures and supports network equipment including routers, switches, DNS, DHCP, DNAS, SANs, wireless access points, load balancer, gateway, network hub, firewalls, virtual personal network (VPNs) and other network equipment.

•Managed and maintained network infrastructures, including designing, implement, and optimizing network solutions, ensuring their reliability, security, and performance.

•Assisted with the design, performance, and overseeing penetration testing of all systems in order to identify system vulnerabilities.

•Configuring and managing network devices, monitoring network performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring network security.

•Implemented complex networking configurations including VLANs, MPLS, and WAN connections to improve inter-office connectivity and data throughput across the organization’s national offices.

•Coordinated the smooth installation of new routers, switches, and related hardware while leading a cross-functional team in a significant network hardware upgrade project using Agile techniques.

•Designing and installing well-functioning computer networks, connections and cabling from onsite Data Centers.

•Developed and enforced strict network security protocols, including the configuration of ACLs and network firewalls, playing a crucial role in safeguarding the company’s digital assets against cyber threats. Certificates Pursuing

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) CompTIA Network+ Education

Information Technology Network Security, Conestoga College 05/2023 – 12/2023 Computer Application Security, Conestoga College 05/2022 – 04/2023 Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering, VIET 05/2015 – 05/2019

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