Gnanavelayutham Perumal
Network & Project Manager
Chennai
Summary
Accomplished Network Operation Manager with a proven track record at TATA Consultancy Services, enhancing network efficiencies and team performance. Expert in operations management and technical proficiency, demonstrated through leadership in complex project executions and strategic improvements. Skilled in fostering teamwork and collaboration, significantly contributing to project success and operational excellence. Subject Matter Expert in SDWAN solutions , Routing , Switching , Firewall ,Wan Optimization and Load balancer . Capable in troubleshooting complex problems and reaching innovative solutions while adhering to rules and requirements of project scope.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Network Operation Manager (Associate Consultant)
TATA Consultancy Services
1 2011 - Current
- Lead a team of highly skilled network engineers across multiple disciplines responsible for architecture, design, implementation, operation and maintenance of key systems
- Lead enterprise support strategy development and assist with lifecycle management efforts for owned platforms/technologies inclusive of Wide Area Network Carrier, Routers and Switches , SDWAN , Wan optimization , VPN ,Wireless, DNS ,MPLS , and on occasion Firewall ,Loadbalaner and Proxy services
- Manage approved network changes creating project plans, working with internal groups and vendors to ensure deadlines are met
- Partners with Architecture, Technology and Business team to ensure the solution proposed meets the requirements
- Responsible for all aspects of the planning, engineering, implementation and support of the local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization to ensure the stability of all voice, data, video, and wireless network services
- Responsible for data center and enterprise network metrics and reports on team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) work completed successfully, reject rates, open issues, proactive remediation, audit compliance
- Lead audit participation and response on behalf of the Operations & Engineering network group, including tracking and resolution of issues
- Manage and participate in the development and maintenance of network disaster recovery plans and system operation management support
- Perform all facets of project management, including cost/benefit comparisons, workload management (project, support and maintenance), project prioritization, scheduling, resource allocation, and assignment of delivery dates
- Represent the team on conference calls for major/SWAT incidents, execute vendor management support as needed, and provide updates to the audience
- Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.
- Project Work , Technology refresh , Network configuration Standardization
Senior Analyst
HCL
11.2007 - 12.2010
- Monitored and maintained network and software components according to established guidelines and best practices.
- Supported global network users with connectivity, VPN, and access issues.
- Troubleshot routers, layer 2 and 3 switches, and network firewalls.
- Installed fiber, ethernet, and console cabling in climate-controlled NOC.
- Configured IP assignment, core network configuration, and DNS setup for new users.
- Recommended proactive approaches to leadership team to improve stability of infrastructure components.
Technical Support Engineer
Sutherland
11.2005 - 07.2007
- Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
- Connected to computer of client using remote link to install programs and applications.
- Broke down and evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise, and probing questions.
- Implemented technical solutions to solve customer issues and increase satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Arulmigu Kalasalingam College of Engineering
Srivilliputhur ,India 08.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
Effective communication
Technical Proficiency
Analytical Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Performance Management
Workforce Management
Operations Management
Project Management
Project Planning
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 45 staff members.
- Achieved Star performer award from client for completing L3-L2-L1 shift left transition with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Best Team award from client for successful implementation of SDWAN technologies
- 13 years of prolonged and profound infrastructure experience for a US based Banking Client
Additional Information
I have a approved I140 US visa petition . I have worked in Chicago (USA) for 6 years and in Mexico for 1 year .
Certification
ITIL V3 Foundation
Timeline
Cisco Certified Specialist in SDWAN Solutions
07-2023
Silver peak (HP) SDWAN Professional
01-2019
Cisco Certified Network Professional
02-2014
Microsoft Certified Professional
03-2013
ITIL V3 Foundation
11-2011
Senior Analyst
HCL
11.2007 - 12.2010
Technical Support Engineer
Sutherland
11.2005 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Arulmigu Kalasalingam College of Engineering
08.2001 - 05.2005
Network Operation Manager (Associate Consultant)
TATA Consultancy Services
1 2011 - Current
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