Lead network security engagements for multiple clients, focusing on Checkpoint firewalls, routing and switching, and Active Directory to design and implement robust network infrastructure solutions.
Collaborate with client teams to assess their security needs, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend effective security solutions.
Perform security audits and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
Optimize network performance through configuration changes and resource allocation, ensuring network stability and efficiency.
Provide ongoing support to clients by troubleshooting network issues and maintaining secure network environments.
Network Security Engineer
Health Arx Technologies
09.2020 - 11.2023
Led a team of network engineers in designing, implementing, and maintaining a secure network architecture utilizing Checkpoint firewalls for Diabetes Total Project.
Managed network budgets and effectively allocated resources to optimize network performance and security.
Monitored network performance and proactively identified and resolved network issues, ensuring consistent uptime.
Implemented and documented change management processes to minimize disruption during network updates.
Collaborated with vendors to maintain network infrastructure and troubleshoot complex network problems.
Network Consultant (Freelance)
Corporate Accounts
01.2015 - 01.2020
Provided IT consulting services to various corporate clients in the Noida area, specializing in network security, routing and switching solutions.
Successfully designed, implemented, and maintained secure network infrastructures for multiple clients, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to industry best practices (Managed and secured networks for 5 clients, ranging from 100 to 500 users per network).
Demonstrated strong expertise in Checkpoint firewall configuration and management, ensuring comprehensive network protection for client environments (Implemented Checkpoint firewall policies to block 80% of malware threats).
Troubleshooted and resolved complex network connectivity and security issues for clients, maintaining network stability and minimizing downtime (Diagnosed and resolved a routing issue that was causing connectivity problems for a client's critical financial application).
Collaborated effectively with client IT teams to understand their unique network requirements and deliver tailored security and network solutions (Worked closely with a client's IT team to implement a new VLAN segmentation strategy to improve network performance and security for their growing e-commerce business).
Conducted security assessments and vulnerability scans for client networks, identifying potential security risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
Migrated clients from legacy network equipment to newer, more secure solutions, ensuring compatibility and improved performance
Documented network configurations and security policies for clients, ensuring clear communication and facilitating future maintenance.
Developed and delivered network security awareness training to client personnel, promoting a culture of cybersecurity within their organization.
Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, exceeding their expectations and securing repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) -
Integral University
Lucknow, India
Diploma in Information Technology (BTEUP, Lucknow) - undefined
Skills
Network infrastructure design, implementation, and maintenance (Checkpoint focus)
Timeline
Network Security Consultant
Multiple Organizations
11.2023 - Current
Network Security Engineer
Health Arx Technologies
09.2020 - 11.2023
Network Consultant (Freelance)
Corporate Accounts
01.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) -
Integral University
Diploma in Information Technology (BTEUP, Lucknow) - undefined