KARTHIKEYAN Namonarayanan
Chennai
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Network And Security Architect
SCHWING Stetter India Pvt. Ltd
Chennai
05.2012 - 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.
- Implemented security patches, hotfixes, and service packs on all systems in order to maintain system integrity.
- 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.
- Developed scripts for automating routine tasks related to network security administration.
- Managed authentication services such as LDAP, Active Directory, Kerberos for user access control.
- Conducted periodic reviews of user accounts and privileges within the organization's directory structure.
- 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.
- Evaluated existing hardware devices against industry standards in order to ensure optimal performance levels.
- Created detailed documentation regarding current setup of network components including firewall rules, router configurations.
- Researched new technologies that could improve the organization's overall level of security protection.
- Deployed anti-malware solutions across multiple platforms in order to protect against malicious software attacks.
- Coordinated external audits conducted by third party vendors related to compliance requirements.
- Contributed to task list for maintaining network security across workstations, servers and peripherals.
- Performed system maintenance by handling security verifications of systems and processes.
- Provided technical support related to security product installation and use.
- Monitored systems for indications of threats, security breaches or intrusions.
- Maintained documentation of security and disaster recovery policies and procedures.
- 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.
- Evaluated performance indicators to assess security control quality.
- Directed risk assessment operations and system test execution.
- Conducted penetration tests to uncover security system weaknesses.
- Safeguarded data through installation of firewalls and data encryption programs.
- Developed and implemented network infrastructure architectures to meet customer requirements.
- Designed, configured, and deployed LAN and WAN networks utilizing various routing protocols.
- Performed capacity planning for the network architecture to ensure scalability and reliability of services.
- Provided technical guidance in the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-level networking solutions.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing network designs, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions.
- Analyzed current network performance metrics and developed strategies to optimize utilization levels across the organization's networks.
- Configured routers and switches using industry best practices for security, redundancy, availability and performance optimization.
- Conducted research on emerging technologies related to network engineering initiatives to identify opportunities for innovation.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Created detailed design documents outlining new or modified network infrastructure components including physical layout diagrams, IP addressing schemes, access control lists.
- Introduced route-based IP network solutions, handling engineering and installation duties.
- Documented as-builts for network architectures according to established processes and suggestions for work-flow improvements.
- Provided smooth communications by configuring LAN technology, wireless access points and controllers.
- Configured network equipment for installations, performed lifecycle refreshes and performed post-installation testing for turnkey services.
- Optimized, improved, expanded and upgraded network capabilities and connectivity through network monitoring tools.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance during non-peak hours for uninterrupted service.
- Performed tests on newly installed hardware and software to provide components that interface correctly with each other and network.
- Effectively managed variety of mission-critical network tasks, which included vulnerability and application patching, data backups and network configurations.
- Reviewed system logs to determine usage levels, bandwidth, performance and system security to target inefficiencies and implement appropriate solutions.
- Met with departmental managers to discuss project status and determine action plans.
- Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing access control policies.
- Assisted various departments in maintaining network security by configuring remote routers and firewalls.
- Maintained production network according to company SLAs to fulfill agreed-upon client specifications.
- Successfully deployed server overhaul of both wired and wireless networks, completing projects ahead of anticipated deadline.
- Tracked network and telephony devices for performance and load threshold metering.
- Addressed emergent issues and technical problems by assisting project planning staff with developing action plans and appropriate solutions.
- Extensively researched unfamiliar products and technologies to learn how best to incorporate new options.
- Installed and maintained Vo IP and VTC devices, checking customer availability for various networks.
- Researched network technology trends and compared to existing architecture to present useful improvement suggestions to clients.
- Met with stakeholders and presented in-depth information on hardware and software products, delivering expertise to make appropriate purchasing decisions.
- Responded promptly to information assurance notifications to detect vulnerabilities and protect clients.
- Performed periodic system scans to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend remediation activities accordingly.
- Monitored network activity for suspicious traffic patterns or malicious actors using a variety of tools such as IDS and IPS systems.
- Conducted regular reviews of system logs to detect anomalies or unauthorized activities in real time.
Network Engineer
Ransys Bios Technologies Pvt. Ltd
Chennai
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Configured and maintained network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
- Monitored network performance and troubleshooted any issues that arose.
- Assisted in the design of local area networks and wide area networks.
- Implemented security measures to protect data from unauthorized access or destruction.
- Provided technical support to users experiencing difficulties with their networks.
- Developed policies for using and managing computer networks.
- Installed software updates on servers, routers, firewalls, and other network devices.
- Conducted regular system audits to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Created documentation detailing all aspects of the network infrastructure and its configuration.
- Evaluated new technologies for possible implementation into existing systems.
- Configured routers, switches, firewalls and other hardware to deploy and manage LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
- Monitored system performance to promote network speed, availability and reliability.
- Replaced faulty or damaged network hardware components to improve performance.
- Educated and trained personnel on new technologies.
- Designed and implemented enterprise IP networking infrastructure according to clients' parameters.
- Implemented, tested, validated and maintained networking services according to solution designs.
- Corrected network faults and malfunctions to restore connectivity to individual users and entire facilities.
- Performed preventive maintenance of networking hardware and related software.
- Provided high-level connectivity support for corporate and business partner systems.
- Collaborated with other IT professionals to identify system needs and implement comprehensive solutions.
- Held primary responsibility for availability and reliability of network infrastructure.
- Employed firewalls and VPNs to safeguard network security and block unauthorized access.
- Performed disaster recovery tasks and data backups to mitigate damages.
- Researched and recommended network equipment and peripheral devices.
- Assisted clients and employees by explaining how to properly use network equipment.
- Evaluated existing networks and systems for potential weaknesses to support intrusion prevention measures.
- Designed scalable and user-friendly network architecture to meet business objectives.
- Provided smooth communications by configuring LAN technology, wireless access points and controllers.
- Configured network equipment for installations, performed lifecycle refreshes and performed post-installation testing for turnkey services.
- Optimized, improved, expanded and upgraded network capabilities and connectivity through network monitoring tools.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance during non-peak hours for uninterrupted service.
- Performed tests on newly installed hardware and software to provide components that interface correctly with each other and network.
- Effectively managed variety of mission-critical network tasks, which included vulnerability and application patching, data backups and network configurations.
- Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing access control policies.
- Reviewed system logs to determine usage levels, bandwidth, performance and system security to target inefficiencies and implement appropriate solutions.
- Assisted various departments in maintaining network security by configuring remote routers and firewalls.
- Maintained production network according to company SLAs to fulfill agreed-upon client specifications.
- Met with departmental managers to discuss project status and determine action plans.
- Configured and implemented Cisco ASA firewalls to provide clients with comprehensive security, antivirus protection and virtual network capabilities.
- Tracked network and telephony devices for performance and load threshold metering.
- Successfully deployed server overhaul of both wired and wireless networks, completing projects ahead of anticipated deadline.
- Installed and maintained Vo IP and VTC devices, checking customer availability for various networks.
- Performed and documented runbook network operations using step-by-step decision trees.
- Researched network technology trends and compared to existing architecture to present useful improvement suggestions to clients.
- Addressed emergent issues and technical problems by assisting project planning staff with developing action plans and appropriate solutions.
- Extensively researched unfamiliar products and technologies to learn how best to incorporate new options.
- Met with stakeholders and presented in-depth information on hardware and software products, delivering expertise to make appropriate purchasing decisions.
- Responded promptly to information assurance notifications to detect vulnerabilities and protect clients.
- Slashed expenses and increased allocation of available resources by auditing schedule, cost and contract performance.
- Configured, tested and maintained wireless network equipment including routers, switches, access points and controllers.
- Monitored network performance to identify any issues with the wireless infrastructure.
- Assisted in the design of new wireless networks for customer sites.
- Resolved complex technical problems related to wireless networks.
- Implemented security measures such as firewalls, encryption and authentication protocols to protect data integrity.
- Provided technical support for end users regarding wireless connectivity issues.
- Investigated and resolved wireless network outages or degraded performance events.
- Developed comprehensive documentation outlining all aspects of the wireless network configuration and maintenance procedures.
- Performed regular system upgrades on access points and controllers to ensure optimal performance of the network environment.
- Analyzed customer requirements and designed customized solutions based on those needs.
- Troubleshooted hardware and software problems related to wireless networks.
- Configured IP addressing schemes, subnets, routing tables, DNS records, DHCP pools and other networking components.
- Maintained a detailed inventory of all hardware components in the wireless network.
- Conducted site surveys to determine signal strength coverage areas.
- Installed, configured and maintained monitoring tools for analyzing traffic patterns on the wireless networks.
- Collaborated with vendors to evaluate new products that could improve existing systems.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for potential cost savings opportunities.
- Created reports summarizing daily activities related to troubleshooting client issues.
- Supported end-users with network and device troubleshooting and diagnosis.
- Communicated with end-user to address device problems and implement technical or procedural solutions.
- Analyzed system performance, network capacity and security and capacity.
- Coordinated hardware and software installations.
- Evaluated client telecommunications needs and recommended targeted solutions.
- Documented hardware and software installation procedures.
- Monitored and replenished telecommunications equipment inventory for facilities and networks.
- Performed regular tests on systems to keep components functional.
- Worked overtime to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
- Developed telecommunications disaster recovery plans to mitigate downtime.
- Checked work orders and communicated with prior shift to assess work needs for day.
- Planned, installed and maintained systems and performed repairs on malfunctioning systems.
- Connected wires and cables to terminals and completed necessary paperwork for each work order.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical defects for residential, commercial and industrial sites.
- Assisted in designing and administering projects for residential and commercial clients.
- Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications.
- Drafted cost projections for system and component implementations.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science And Engineering
SRM University
Chennai11-2015
Diploma in Computer Science And Engineering - Computer Science And Engineering
Ramakrishna Mission Polytechnic College
Chennai04-2010
HSCC - Higher Secondary Course
Government Higher Secondary School
Thottiyam03-2008
SSLC - Senior Secondary
Government Higher Secondary School
Thottiyam03-2006
Skills
- Access Control
- Data Encryption
- Network Security
- Application security
- Incident Response
- Firewall configuration
- Analytical Skills
- Team building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Task Prioritization
Accomplishments
- Consecutively got Best Employee award two time.
- Got Infrastructure development award for new Infra.
Certification
- Versa Concerto
- Versa SASE
- Versa SSE
- Versa Titan
- Fortgate persuing
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Senior Network And Security Architect
SCHWING Stetter India Pvt. Ltd
05.2012 - Current
Network Engineer
Ransys Bios Technologies Pvt. Ltd
05.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science And Engineering
SRM University
Diploma in Computer Science And Engineering - Computer Science And Engineering
Ramakrishna Mission Polytechnic College
HSCC - Higher Secondary Course
Government Higher Secondary School
SSLC - Senior Secondary
Government Higher Secondary School
- Versa Concerto
- Versa SASE
- Versa SSE
- Versa Titan
- Fortgate persuing
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