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Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar

Bengaluru

Summary

Results-oriented Palo Alto and Fortinet Engineer and GCP cloud Security with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing network security solutions. Skilled in configuring Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet products to protect against cyber threats and ensure the security of organizational assets. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my expertise to contribute to the success of the team and organization.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Security Engineer

Lowes India Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru
06.2022 - Current
  • Configured and maintained firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks.
  • Developed security policies and procedures for network infrastructure to ensure organizational compliance.
  • Performed vulnerability scans and penetration testing of the corporate network to identify any potential security risks.
  • Monitored network traffic using packet sniffing tools such as Wireshark to detect malicious activity.
  • Analyzed system logs from various sources including routers, switches, servers, and applications to identify suspicious activities or patterns.
  • Investigated incidents of unauthorized access attempts or data breaches in order to determine their origin and scope.
  • Managed authentication services such as LDAP, Active Directory, Kerberos for user access control.
  • Assisted with incident response processes by providing technical support during investigations into suspected security threats.
  • Provided guidance on best practices for users when connecting to public networks or Wi-Fi hotspots.
  • Trained new employees on proper usage of company resources with regards to information security policies.
  • Performed regular backups of critical data stored on the corporate network in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Monitored systems for indications of threats, security breaches or intrusions.
  • Investigated information security breaches to identify vulnerabilities and evaluate damage.
  • Directed vulnerability assessments or analysis of information security systems.
  • Implemented software tools to assist in threat detection, prevention and analysis.

Enterprise Engineer

Reliance infocomm Ltd.
New Delhi
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Configured and maintained firewalls in accordance with security policies.
  • Developed scripts to automate firewall rule changes.
  • Monitored network traffic for malicious activities and unauthorized access attempts.
  • Created detailed reports on security incidents and recommended corrective actions.
  • Performed regular maintenance of firewalls to ensure optimal performance.
  • Reviewed audit logs daily to detect any unusual or suspicious activity across the network environment.
  • Safeguarded data through installation of firewalls and data encryption programs.
  • Conducted penetration tests to uncover security system weaknesses.

Associate Engineer

• Tata communications Limited
01.2019 - 05.2021
  • Implemented security measures to protect data from unauthorized access or destruction.
  • Configured and maintained network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
  • Installed software updates on servers, routers, firewalls, and other network devices.
  • Created documentation detailing all aspects of the network infrastructure and its configuration.
  • Configured routers, switches, firewalls and other hardware to deploy and manage LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
  • Replaced faulty or damaged network hardware components to improve performance.
  • Implemented, tested, validated and maintained networking services according to solution designs.
  • Performed preventive maintenance of networking hardware and related software.
  • Corrected network faults and malfunctions to restore connectivity to individual users and entire facilities.
  • Provided high-level connectivity support for corporate and business partner systems.
  • Optimized, improved, expanded and upgraded network capabilities and connectivity through network monitoring tools.
  • Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing access control policies.
  • Maintained production network according to company SLAs to fulfill agreed-upon client specifications.

Education

BE - Electronics &instrumentation Engineer

R.KD.F IST Bhopal
01.2012

Intermediate -

St. Xavier's college
01.2007

Secondary School -

P.T.PS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2005

Skills

  • GCP cloud Security
  • CCNA
  • Fortinet Firewall
  • Palo Alto Firewall
  • Panorama
  • Algosec
  • SplunK
  • CDL
  • PRISMA
  • VPN
  • Certification
  • PCNSE
  • Fortinet NSE-1,NSE-2,NSE-3

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi

Certification

  • PCNSE (Palo alto Certified Networks Security Engineer)
  • Fortinet - NSE-1,NSE-2 and NSE-3

Timeline

Network Security Engineer

Lowes India Pvt. Ltd
06.2022 - Current

Enterprise Engineer

Reliance infocomm Ltd.
05.2021 - 05.2022

Associate Engineer

• Tata communications Limited
01.2019 - 05.2021

BE - Electronics &instrumentation Engineer

R.KD.F IST Bhopal

Intermediate -

St. Xavier's college

Secondary School -

P.T.PS HIGH SCHOOL

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