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AKSHAY MIRAPURKAR

Senior Consultant- Network Security Engineering
Pune

Summary

Result-driven Network Infrastructure Security Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing, deploying, and optimizing secure enterprise networks. Proven expertise in Cisco environments, cloud migrations (Azure/AWS), SD-WAN, and network security. Skilled in managing complex infrastructure projects and mentoring cross-functional teams. Experienced in resolving network issues and supporting enterprise-level networks, with a strong focus on security best practices.Known for excellent organizational, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with a passion for troubleshooting and problem-solving.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Senior Consultant-Network Security

Infosys Ltd
11.2021 - Current
  • Managed and optimized the Global Network Infrastructure across 150+ offices and 3 global data centers.
  • Migrated on-prem infrastructure to Microsoft Azure for a European insurance client, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance.
  • Developed High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD) for secure cloud migration.
  • Implemented role-based access control(RBAC), private endpoints, and encryption-in-transit for secure service access.
  • Developed operational run books and aligned migration with business needs in collaboration with architect and client stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align Azure architecture with enterprise security and compliance goals to align architecture with business needs.
  • Led network devices configuration and troubleshooting for switches, routers, IP MPLS, VPNs, and Firewall.
  • Implemented and managed Palo Alto firewall policies, ACLs, and B2B routing for secure connectivity.
  • Configure and install DNS servers, and work with ISPs to ensure proper IP address allocation within DNS domains.
  • Manage IP whitelisting and routing in cloud instances on AWS and Azure to ensure seamless connectivity across data centers.
  • Oversee the management of EC2 instances, VPC peering, transit gateway (TGW), and creation of application load balancers (ALB) and elastic load balancers (ELB), as well as the necessary routing configurations.
  • Manage Return Material Authorization(RMA) process, ensuring timely replacement and integration of faulty hardware.
  • Proficient in handling user-triggered trouble tickets within Service Now, ensuring adherence to SLAs (P1, P2, P3, and P4), and actively participating in major incident resolutions (P1/P2) and post-CAB approval change request executions.
  • Contribute to knowledge management by converting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) into Service Now Knowledge Base articles for future reference and process standardization.

Senior Network Engineer

Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd
02.2017 - 10.2021
  • Extensive experience in configuring and managing Site-to-Site VPNs and a deep understanding of IP Routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, GRE, WAN, IP/MPLS, QoS, MPLS Traffic Engineering, and IPv4/IPv6 technologies.
  • Led and coordinated hardware replacements and technical dispatches as needed to ensure network continuity and performance.
  • Involved in troubleshooting network traffic and its diagnosis using tools like ping, trace-route, Wireshark.
  • Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in SD-WAN (CISCO Viptela) and WAN optimization technology to enhance application delivery across LAN and WAN environments.
  • Planned and implemented SA/NSA activities on live network nodes, including bandwidth upgrades (1G to 10G), port swaps, and media migrations to support evolving business needs.
  • Led the Network Utilization and De-choking Plan for NLD core & access links, ensuring efficient use of resources and preventing congestion.
  • Managed a large-scale network of 4000+ Cisco routers (920i/920o/903/9006/9010 models), ensuring high availability and resilience by monitoring performance, troubleshooting escalated network issues, and minimizing downtime through swift resolutions.
  • Actively contributed to the Link Engineering Automation project on the CNAAP portal.
  • Designed scalable WAN architectures to accommodate growing bandwidth requirements while minimizing costs.

Network Engineer

Bechtel India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2015 - 01.2017
  • Designed WAN/LAN typologies considering physical security zones and network segmentation.
  • Participated in discussion around encrypted transport over fiber and physical path redundancy for resilience.
  • Ensured secure planning of Google fiber network using 3-GIS to avoid signal leakage and unauthorized access.
  • Strategically plan and determine the optimal number of distribution points and locations to efficiently distribute connections from the main cable to end users.
  • Finalize design plans by assessing cabinet size, network device, required fiber quantities, and other critical parameters.
  • Update network designs and network elements in the live system using CITRIX Server to maintain accurate and up-to-date infrastructure.
  • Advanced Tech Skills & Tools - 3-GIS & SPIDA@Calc

ISP Engineer

Kutumbh Care Pvt. Ltd.
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Responsible for IP planning and link engineering for the NLD Core and Collector network, optimizing based on e-node counts.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot network connectivity issues using diagnostic tools such as Ping and Trace Route to ensure stable performance.
  • Worked on Cisco switches and routers including physical cabling, IP addressing and WAN configuration.
  • Prepare NIP and Delta configurations for new Access& Core facilities, contributing to enhanced network stability and reliability.
  • Performed troubleshooting and resolved layer 2 and layer 3 issues.
  • Skilled in troubleshooting and interconnecting hardware media, including both fiber optic and copper network systems, to ensure seamless connectivity.
  • Provide engineering, design, and technical support for both internal and external network infrastructure, ensuring high performance and availability.
  • Monitored and analyzed system performance, such as network traffic, security and capacity.

Education

Postgraduate Certification program - Cyber Security Management and Data Science

Indian Institutes of Management
Nagpur
01.2024 - 01.2025

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

University of Pune
Pune
01.2010 - 01.2013

Skills

  • BGP

  • OSPF

  • EIGRP

  • IS-IS

  • MPLS

  • L2/L3 VPN

  • SD-WAN

  • VLAN

  • RSTP

  • EtherChannel

  • Cisco WLC 3800/9800

  • Palo Alto

  • CISCO ISE

  • FortiGate

  • Cisco WLC 3800/9800
  • Palo Alto
  • CISCO ISE
  • FortiGate

Websites

Certification

CISCO Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core (CCNP), CSC014676067

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Timeline

Postgraduate Certification program - Cyber Security Management and Data Science

Indian Institutes of Management
01.2024 - 01.2025

Senior Consultant-Network Security

Infosys Ltd
11.2021 - Current

Senior Network Engineer

Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd
02.2017 - 10.2021

Network Engineer

Bechtel India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2015 - 01.2017

ISP Engineer

Kutumbh Care Pvt. Ltd.
10.2014 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

University of Pune
01.2010 - 01.2013

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