Deepak Kumar
Sardulgarh
Summary
Dynamic network professional with extensive experience at eClerx, specializing in Fortinet firewalls and Cisco Nexus 9500. Proven ability to enhance network security and optimize performance through innovative solutions. Adept at troubleshooting and mentoring junior staff, ensuring seamless operations and robust cybersecurity measures. Committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Process Manager
eClerx
Chandigarh
08.2022 - Current
- Managed Cisco Nexus 9500 in three-tier architecture, ensuring Layer 2 redundancy for network switches and servers.
- Administered Fortinet firewalls (1000D, 1100F, 2500E) to enhance network security against external threats using VDOM segregation.
- Implemented Forti-Authenticator for SSL VPN users with multi-factor authentication.
- Oversaw Cisco ISE for AAA services, enabling TACACS and RADIUS authentication for network devices.
- Configured IPSec tunnels over Internet and MPLS for secure client connectivity.
- Utilized Forti-Analyzer for log analysis, monitoring bandwidth, web traffic, and threat assessments.
- Established SSL and IPsec VPN tunnels for site-to-site and remote access using FortiClient.
- Administered firewall policies and NAT pools to safeguard network resources and optimize traffic flow.
L2 Network Engineer
Kaizen IT Services Pvt. Ltd.
Hisar
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Designed and implemented secure network architectures for client systems.
- Monitored network performance and resolved connectivity issues promptly.
- Configured routers, switches, firewalls and other hardware to deploy and manage LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
- Installed software updates on servers, routers, firewalls, and other network devices.
- Monitored network performance and troubleshooted any issues that arose.
- Configured routers, switches, and firewalls to enhance security measures.
- Provided technical support and training to junior network staff.
Senior Network Engineer
Hakikat Entertainment Private Limited
Sirsa
01.2016 - 04.2021
Network Engineer
Azeez Departmental Store
Sirsa
08.2013 - 12.2015
Network Engineer
Ashtech Infotech (India) Pvt Ltd
Noida
08.2011 - 08.2013
L1 Network Engg.
CMS INFO SYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED
Navi Mumbai
07.2010 - 07.2011
L1 Network Engg.
DR.REDDY'S RESEARCH FOUNDATION
Mumbai Vashi
09.2009 - 06.2010
Education
B.Sc IT -
MRSPTU Bathinda
Sardulgarh06.2025
Diploma in C.S.E -
Govt. Polytechnic College
Bathinda06.2009
Matriculation -
Tagore Public High School
SARDULGARH03.2006
Skills
- Network troubleshooting
- Fortinet Firewalls
- Forcepoint Proxy
- Fortinet WAF
- Fortinet Analyzer
- Fortinet Wi-Fi Solution
- Nexus 9500
- Catalyst 9300,9200
- Cybersecurity
- Aruba Wi-Fi
- Network Security
- Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP)
- Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
- BGP (Border Gateway Protocol)
- Policy Based Routing
- Network Address Translation (NAT)
- Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
- Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP)
- EIGRP
- Cisco ISE
- Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
- Network Administration
- Cisco Certified
- Cisco Firewall Security
- Networking
- Cisco Wireless
- Cisco ASA
Certification
CCNA, 2021-2024, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing Cricket & Watching Web Series
- Listening to Music
- Playing Chess
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/09/90
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
Languages
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- English
- Hindi
- Punjabi
Timeline
Associate Process Manager
eClerx
08.2022 - Current
L2 Network Engineer
Kaizen IT Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2021 - 08.2022
Senior Network Engineer
Hakikat Entertainment Private Limited
01.2016 - 04.2021
Network Engineer
Azeez Departmental Store
08.2013 - 12.2015
Network Engineer
Ashtech Infotech (India) Pvt Ltd
08.2011 - 08.2013
L1 Network Engg.
CMS INFO SYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED
07.2010 - 07.2011
L1 Network Engg.
DR.REDDY'S RESEARCH FOUNDATION
09.2009 - 06.2010
B.Sc IT -
MRSPTU Bathinda
Diploma in C.S.E -
Govt. Polytechnic College
Matriculation -
Tagore Public High School