Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Technicalqualifications - Networking
Accomplishments
Hobbies and Interests
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Koppula Venkatesh

Hyderabad

Summary

Detail-oriented, highly dedicated IT professional with good knowledge in network engineering. Skilled in installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of systems.

6.6 years of experience in Networking, including hands-on experience in providing network support, installation, and analysis for a broad range of LAN/WAN communication systems. Good knowledge in deploying and configuring Cisco 7200vxr, Cisco 2800, 2600, 1900, and 1700 series routers, and Cisco Catalyst 6500, 4500, 3700, 3500, and 9k series switches. Palo Alto PA 220, PA 850, Cisco ASA Firewall 5505, 5510, Dell PowerEdge, and HP ProLiant servers. Strong grasp of current and future technologies, including TCP/IP, IPv4, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and configuration of VLANs. Network security, including ACL. Good knowledge in configuring and troubleshooting EtherChannel, VTP, and Switch Stacking. Strong attention to detail with the ability to lead in a team environment. Assisted in the initial setup and configuration of Cisco ASA firewalls, establishing security baselines for network protection.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infra Network Engineer

DESYNOVA Digital Pvt Ltd.
Hyderabad
06.2020 - Current
  • Worked on installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and monitoring Palo Alto PA-220, PA-850.
  • Implemented advanced Palo Alto FW features, Global Protect VPN, IPsec VPNs, and SSL VPNs.
  • Monitored the Wildfire inspection engine, configured Nexus 9K and 7K series, and utilized PRTG and Zabbix tools for network monitoring.

Using the PRTG tool for daily network monitoring.

Using Zabbixtool for Server Monitoring.

Key contributions include troubleshooting complex LAN/WAN infrastructure.

By using the Nessus Vulnerability Tool, scanning the network devices, and patching.

Installing the CrowdStrike endpoint devices and monitoring.

Meraki Switch Management: Configured and managed Meraki MS225-48 switches, optimizing network performance through VLAN configuration and traffic segmentation.

Network Monitoring: Utilized Meraki's cloud-based dashboard for real-time monitoring, troubleshooting, and reporting, enhancing overall network visibility and response times.

Access Point Deployment: Successfully deployed Meraki Catalyst 9166I access points, improving wireless coverage and connectivity for over [X] users, resulting in a [Y]% reduction in reported connectivity issues.

Network Engineer

Catalyst Networks
Hyderabad
11.2017 - 05.2020
  • Worked on installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches.
  • Key contributions included troubleshooting complex LAN/WAN infrastructure, network monitoring, and managing security issues such as applying ACLs and configuring NAT, PAT, and VPN.
  • Experience with security issues, such as applying ACLs, configuring NAT, PAT, and VPN.
  • Hands-on experience on ASA Firewall (5505, 5510).
  • Controlling and Managing Network Resources, and Troubleshoot Network Devices.
  • Coordinating with Internet service providers, installation, testing, and troubleshooting transmission facilities.

Education

BSC (MECS) -

Telangana University
Nizamabad
01.2017

Skills

  • Cisco Routing & Switching
  • Palo Alto Firewalls
  • ASA Firewalls
  • Aruba Access Points
  • Meraki MR and MS Series
  • Linux
  • Active Directory knowledge

Certification

CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ASSOCIATE (CCNA 200 - 301), CSCO13593312, PTW9ZYTP2LE4QB56

Technicalqualifications - Networking

RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, VLAN, VTP, dot1q, Spanning-tree, Cisco 1800, 2600, 3600, 7200, Catalyst 4500, 3700, 2950, Nexus 9k c93180, Palo Alto PA-220, PA-850, Cisco ASA Firewall 5505, 5510, Dell Power edge R530, HP ProLiant DL160 G9, Advanced switch/router configuration (Cisco IOS access list, Route redistribution), site-site, MPLS, HSRP, VRRP, GLBP, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, MS Office, Visio, VRRP, HSRP, GLBP, NAT/PAT, Routers, Switches, Operating Systems, Windows 7, 8, 10, Linux

Accomplishments

  • Played a vital role in the ISO 27001 project.

Project 1: Network Infrastructure Design and Implementation in Gurgaon Location client
Technologies: Palo Alto PA-850, Nexus 9000 Switches, Aruba Access Points, Dell PowerEdge R720

  • Designed and implemented a secure network to connect the client office with the main location.
  • Deployed Palo Alto PA-850 for security, Nexus 9000 switches for performance, and Aruba Access Points for reliable wireless connectivity.
  • Utilized Dell PowerEdge R720 servers to support network services, resulting in improved communication and user experience.

Hobbies and Interests

  • To learn about the modern technology.
  • Socializing - Volunteer Work.

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/14/96
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Infra Network Engineer

DESYNOVA Digital Pvt Ltd.
06.2020 - Current

Network Engineer

Catalyst Networks
11.2017 - 05.2020

BSC (MECS) -

Telangana University
Koppula Venkatesh