Network, Security & Cloud Architect

Secure networks.
Seamless connectivity.

Network & Security Engineer with over 5 years of experience in designing and managing enterprise networks across Cisco, Palo Alto, and Meraki.

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5+

Years Experience

Multi

Vendor Expertise

24x7

NOC Leadership

Technical Arsenal

Core Competencies

Skilled in firewall policy management, routing, and switching in complex, high-stakes environments.

Palo Alto Expert Architect Level Knowledge AWS & Azure Cisco FTD / FMC F5 Load Balancing Python Automation DNS / DHCP BGP & OSPF VPN Architecture Logic Monitor Incident Response SNOW

Certifications

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Certified Meraki Network Associate (CMNA)

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication
Mangalore Institute of Technology and Engineering

Professional Experience

December 2024 - Present

Senior Associate Consultant

Global MNC

  • Serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Palo Alto Networks firewalls, handling advanced troubleshooting, configuration, and support for security policies, NAT, and threat prevention.
  • Managing end-to-end network infrastructure across data centre and office environments, including routing, switching, firewalls, VPN, and WAN connectivity.
  • Ensuring high availability and security by monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing network performance across on-prem, branch, and cloud-integrated environments.
October 2023 - November 2024

Specialist (L3 Engineer & Tech Lead)

Global MNC

  • Overseeing a 24x7 NOC team of 3 L2 and 6 L1 engineers. Provided technical guidance, handled escalations, and ensured timely resolution of critical network incidents.
  • Designed and implemented a new office network with secure connectivity using Palo Alto LSVPN and site-to-site VPN for redundancy.
  • Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify and resolve recurring network issues, ensuring long-term stability.
  • Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), knowledge base articles, and training material.
August 2021 - October 2023

Senior Analyst (L2 NOC Engineer)

Global MNC

  • Managed end-to-end troubleshooting of Layer 1–3 network issues, including BGP, OSPF, and VPNs, ensuring high availability.
  • Performed proactive health checks and handled escalations involving Cisco, Palo Alto, and Meraki network devices.
  • Executed planned maintenance and implemented changes during approved windows, adhering to ITIL standards.
September 2020 - June 2021

Desktop Support Engineer

Global MNC

  • Served as the single point of contact for all network and IT support activities within the facility.
  • Managed IT asset lifecycle, including procurement, tagging, tracking, and disposal. Maintained accurate inventory compliance.
  • Provided daily LAN/WAN and end-user connectivity support.

Learn with Me

Network Architecture Deep Dive

An overview of modern Palo Alto firewall implementations.

Zero-Trust Access Models

Explaining how LSVPN and site-to-site VPNs secure remote traffic.

BGP & OSPF Configurations

Layer 3 routing fundamentals for enterprise applications.

Detailed Masterclasses

Palo Alto Networks Deep Dive

Go from basic fundamentals to expert-level architecture in managing enterprise next-generation firewalls through Panorama.

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Advanced Cloud Routing

A complete masterclass on designing highly resilient AWS and Azure network topographies using BGP and secure VPN tunnels.

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