ASHISH PAWAR
Manager - Network Engineering and Cloud Services
Pune
Summary
Highly experienced and results-driven Manager with a proven track record in successfully leading and managing network and security teams. Seeking a challenging role in a dynamic organization where I can leverage my expertise in Network, Security Citrix, Azure cloud, and other cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and enhance overall security and network performance. Passionate about developing and implementing strategic solutions to ensure the highest level of security and efficiency for the organization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Manager Client Technology - Network Engineering
Altera Digital Health
Pune
06.2021 - Current
- Led a team of 40 resources, including supervisors and individual contributors, to successfully achieve business targets and objectives
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives and process improvements, resulting in a 10% increase in overall efficiency and productivity
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal partners, to ensure alignment and collaboration across the organization
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided feedback to team members to support their professional development and enhance their skills and capabilities
- Resolved conflicts and issues within the team, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that promoted engagement and teamwork
- Monitored and tracked key performance indicators and business metrics to identify trends and opportunities for growth and improvement
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives and projects that supported business goals and objectives
- Developed and implemented training programs and workshops to enhance team performance and capabilities
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as industry regulations and standards, to ensure the integrity and reputation of the business
- Successfully managed a portfolio of over 200 clients on the network side
- Led the successful migration of clients from on-premises infrastructure to Azure cloud platform
- Designed and implemented network infrastructure solutions to meet client requirements
- Conducted network assessments and provided recommendations for optimizing performance and security
- Proactively monitored network performance and addressed any issues to ensure smooth operation.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
Expert Systems Engineer (Network and Security Engineer)
Allscripts India
Pune
03.2016 - 06.2021
- Deployed, implemented, configured, and managed Cisco FWSM and ASA Firewalls, Cisco IDS/IPS, Cisco ISE, Wireless Controllers/APs and Cisco Meraki Cloud Wireless Security on high volume critical production environment
- Conducted and performed security review and testing of Cisco ASA, Cisco FWSM Firewalls, Cisco Routers, Cisco WLANs Controllers/APs and Cisco Meraki Cloud WLANs based on NIST, SOX, ISO 27001 and PCI DSS compliance standard
- Configured and performed automation, manual, dynamic and static testing of Cisco Devices and Web Security Appliances with Perl and Java Script for security vulnerabilities and attacks mitigation
- Configuration and manage OSPF, BGP, HSRP, VRRP and ARP security vulnerabilities defense and mitigation
- Installation, configuration, administration, monitoring & trouble shooting of Router, switches, firewall and other Networking Devices
- Design, Implement, Manage and Maintain the Cisco Client's Network and Security Devices
- Deployed, configured, managed, and implemented Cisco Routers and Switches, Cisco ASA 5500 series Firewalls, Cisco VPN Concentrators LAN-LAN IPSEC VPN and Cisco IDS/IPS on high volume critical production environment
- Deployed, implemented, and managed Web Application Firewall to block intrusion attempts before they interact with back-end web application
- Stayed informed about industry best practices, researched new and developing security attack methods, and presented insights regularly to managers and development teams
- Performed malicious code control analysis and security compliance testing and responses
- Deployed and configured ISS Vulnerability Scanner, WebInspect, Wikto, Microsoft ISA/SMS Server, TripWire and BindView for vulnerability and security management
- Performed information security assessments and audits of internal networks/systems to meet SOX with ISO 27001 Security Audit and Regulatory Compliance Standard
- Configured, managed, monitored and analyzed IDS/IPS Signatures Attacks, Firewall's log, Systems, Applications and Security Event Log for comprehensive security monitoring and vulnerability management
- Deployed, Configured and managed Cisco Firewall, Routers and Switches in a high volume production environment
- Secured and hardened Windows NT, 2000, 2003, 2008 and Unix servers in a high transaction production environment
- Worked with other engineers to develop, deploy and implement Business Continuity and Incident Response Management Plan, and leveraged MS/SIM Method to validate compliance with business, legal, and regulatory security requirements
- Deployed and configured IDS signature attacks, ISS Vulnerability Scanner and Nessus for vulnerability and security management.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
Network & Security Engineer
FUTURE FOCUE pvt.ltd.
Pune
10.2013 - 03.2016
- Providing the level 2 support for configuration and troubleshooting for Bank of Maharashtra's network
- Coordinating the team for different drills and planned/unplanned activities
- Managing and Configuring Cisco 6519, 2950, 2960 Switches
- Handling the link outages by providing the temporary workaround in case of backup link failure/total outage of sites/services, handling the CAB with service provider and related stakeholders
- Configured the Site-to-Site IPsec VPN for the third-party remote site using Checkpoint R75 Gaia firewall
- Coordinated the team for the Checkpoint R75 to R77 migration
- Coordinating with different teams and vendors for the network related changes on the critical devices and firewalls with the formal change management process
- Implementing and configuring extended ACLs and time-based ACLs on ASA as well as core routers
- Configuration and implementation of Access-lists, NAT, PAT, interfaces, and sub-interfaces, also Configuration and troubleshooting site-to-site IPSEC VPNs and GETVPNs
- Managing Cisco 1841, 1905, 1921, 1941, 3845, 7507, ASR 1004 and 1006 series routers and configuring 1800, 1900, 3800 series routers for Point-to-Point for Lease Line, ISDN, VSAT, 3G and CDMA connectivity
- Adding devices, creating users and user groups with different command authorization levels in ACS appliance for Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
- Configuration of Cisco 3845 for ISDN PRI, for the backup connectivity for client support
- IP SLA configuration on ASR1004 as well as branch routers, for bifurcation of links
- DDOS attack monitoring and observing logs on Check Point tracker
- Configuring Cisco ASR 1004 routers for IPsec tunnel termination for crypto formation for the backup connectivity of 3G
- Assisting SOC team for parsing the IPS logs into the RSA en-vision SIEM appliance
- Responsible for maintenance of Cisco devices asset and configuration details and monthly synchronization with the SNTC application
- Responsible for maintaining and updating the network architecture diagram for DC, DR and other critical centers and branches using MS Visio / MS PowerPoint
- Managing and Configuring Cisco Switches & routers for the remote branches
- Configuring Cisco IP Phones and managing them with Cisco Call Manager
- Configuration and implementation of Access-lists, NAT, Net-flow, IPSLA
- Configuration and troubleshooting site-to-site IPSEC VPNs and GET VPN
- IOS based security, device hardening and configuring security commands for compliance with Security audits for securing Layer 2 and Layer 3 devices.
Education
Bachelor of Comp Science -
SVPM's College of Engineering, Pune University
Pune 07.2009 - 06.2013
HSC (Science) -
Y.C College of Science, Kolhapur Board
Satara 06.2007 - 06.2009
SSC -
New English School Satara, Kolhapur Board
Satara 06.2006 - 04.2007
Skills
Team Leadership
Operations Management
Strategic Planning
Performance Management
Project Management
Time Management
Workforce Management
Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing & Switching (CCNA 640 -801), 09/13
Personal Information
- Pan Number: CFSPP1003H
- Passport Number: Z4409720
- Date of Birth: 10/14/91
- Gender: Male
Timeline
Manager Client Technology - Network Engineering
Altera Digital Health
06.2021 - Current
Citrix Certified Associate CCP- Training completed and Certification is in process, 08/18
08-2018
Cisco Certified Network Expert- Routing and Switching
08-2018
Splunk Certified Architect, 03/18
03-2018
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) 2011 Foundation, 12/17
12-2017
Qualysguard Advanced Vulnerability Management, 12/17
12-2017
Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing & Switching (CCNP), 09/16
09-2016
Expert Systems Engineer (Network and Security Engineer)
Allscripts India
03.2016 - 06.2021
Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA), 08/15
08-2015
Network & Security Engineer
FUTURE FOCUE pvt.ltd.
10.2013 - 03.2016
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing & Switching (CCNA 640 -801), 09/13
09-2013
Bachelor of Comp Science -
SVPM's College of Engineering, Pune University
07.2009 - 06.2013
HSC (Science) -
Y.C College of Science, Kolhapur Board
06.2007 - 06.2009
SSC -
New English School Satara, Kolhapur Board
06.2006 - 04.2007
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