Soumith Arelli

Senior Network Engineer

UV CYBER

Hyderabad

07.2019 - Current

Handle Severity 1 and Severity 2 tickets, providing timely and effective resolution to critical network issues
Join bridge calls to coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams during major incidents
Create and manage ACL rules to secure network traffic
Configure and manage network devices, including switches, routers, and firewalls from Cisco and Palo Alto Networks
Configured and managed VLANs to segment network traffic and improve security and performance.
Designed and implemented port configurations on Cisco switches to support network requirements.
Managed BGP and EIGRP protocols to ensure efficient and reliable routing of network traffic.
Opened and managed support tickets with ISPs, ensuring timely resolution of connectivity issues.
End to End configurations of the CE end routers and switches as per the requirement.
Performed regular network monitoring and troubleshooting to maintain optimal performance.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with wireless networks, including Cisco Wireless and Mist configurations
Designed, deployed, and managed enterprise wireless networks using Cisco wireless controllers.
Configured and optimized Cisco wireless LAN controllers to ensure high availability and performance.
Implemented and maintained secure wireless networks, including WPA2 and 802.1X authentication protocols.
Conducted site surveys using tools such as insider tool to optimize wireless coverage and performance.
Monitored and troubleshot wireless network performance issues, implementing solutions to minimize downtime and enhance user experience.
Led the migration project from Cisco wireless controllers to Juniper Mist , ensuring a smooth transition with minimal disruption.
Documented wireless network configurations and maintained up-to-date network diagrams and procedures.
Upgrading the WLANS(2900 and 5500 series) to the higher versions to overcome vulnerabilities and pushing the images to access points(Ap's)
Configured and managed Cisco wireless access points and controllers to support corporate wireless networks.
Designed and implemented wireless security measures, including guest access and secure SSID configurations.
Performed regular wireless network assessments and tuning to ensure optimal performance.
Provided technical support for wireless network issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate wireless solutions with wired network infrastructure.
Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for wireless network configurations and standard operating procedures.
Implement and maintain SD-WAN solutions, ensuring reliable and secure network connectivity
Upgrade the IOS version for all the Edge devices with the help of NCR team
Having great experience in implementation and deployment of SDWAN(Edge devices) and configure into the Cloud (orchestator)
Provided advanced network support, including configuring and troubleshooting Cisco switches and routers
Managed and optimized firewall configurations using Palo Alto Networks solutions
Conducted regular network performance assessments and implemented enhancements
Resolved complex network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
Assisted in deployment and management of wireless networks
Participated in on-call rotation to handle critical network incidents
Manage and maintain Cisco network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls
Perform regular network performance monitoring and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance
Provide technical support and assistance to customers via phone, email, and chat, resolving network-related issues promptly
Creating polices and rules for the end users in paloalto
Upgrading the PA to the new versions with in the down time provided along with the change created
VPN troubleshooting configuration and deployment for global protect
Palo alto PA-3050,PA-500,PA-2020,PA 4000/PA-2000 Series
Performed regular firmware updates and patch management to ensure firewall systems were up-to-date.
Having experience in deployment and configuration of Palo alto (All series)
Hands on experience on Paloalto troubleshooting with rules and policies
Monitored and analyzed firewall logs and alerts to detect and respond to security incidents promptly.
Documented firewall configurations, security policies, and standard operating procedures.
Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure seamless network operations
Document network configurations, changes, and procedures for future reference and knowledge sharing
Provided first-level support to users experiencing technical issues with hardware, software, and network connectivity
Created and updated support tickets, ensuring timely resolution and communication with users
Administer and manage SolarWinds and IPAM tools to monitor and maintain network health
Commissioning and decommissioning of the devices in solarwinds.
Developed and implemented custom alerts and reports to proactively identify and resolve network issues.

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Senior Network Engineer

Network Security Analyst

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Senior Network Engineer

Network Security Analyst

BTECH - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies

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