Lalit Kumar
Network Engineer
Gurugram
Summary
Graduated from Indira Gandhi National Open University and have over 14 years of experience in network administration and support, specializing in Cisco routers, switches, wireless technologies, and Fortinet devices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Lead Technical Manager
Orange Business Services
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained and updated network documentation for use by other teams, and for audit and compliance purposes.
- Managing the network infrastructure for remote sites and offices.
- Implemented more than 80 critical Fortinet SD-WAN and firewall solutions for multiple customers.
- Implemented service gateways for hub-and-spoke topology.
- Administered firewall policies using FortiManager for centralized management.
- Performed log analysis and traffic monitoring using FortiAnalyzer for proactive issue detection.
- Installing new routers on-site, and overseeing WAN networks for various clients.
- Acted as the primary escalation point for complex incidents.
- Handling customer inquiries, and serving as the first point of contact for clients.
- Providing escalation and on-call Level 4 (L4) support for all incidents.
- Leading compliance audits to ensure adherence to standards and security configurations in line with Cisco and OB guidelines.
Technical Management Professional
British Telecom
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Managing the network infrastructure for remote sites and offices.
- Executing end-of-life technology refresh projects.
- Contributing to the implementation of new sites.
- Participating in LAN and wireless infrastructure refresh projects across remote offices.
- Handling customer inquiries and project manager communications.
- Providing escalation and on-call support for all implementation activities.
- Leading compliance audits to ensure adherence to standard and security configurations in accordance with Cisco and BT guidelines.
Network Admin
1 WEC (Indian Navy)
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Managing and troubleshooting customer LAN and WAN networks.
- Working with Catalyst switches.
- Conducting daily network health checks.
- Effectively troubleshooting network issues to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensuring the continuous availability of LAN/WAN services.
Network Admin
INS Konkan (Indian Navy)
07.2013 - 05.2017
- Managing Windows servers.
- Handling user rights and permissions, including enabling/disabling accounts, configuring file and folder permissions, and adapting security templates as required.
- Deploying updates, service packs, and hotfixes through Windows Update, Automatic Updates, and Group Policies.
- Addressing personnel network concerns and requirements.
- Deploying, configuring, maintaining, and supporting Cisco switches and routers.
- Setting up new LAN networks on ships.
- Ensuring continuous LAN/WAN availability.
- Performing managerial tasks such as roster and leave management, daily operational checks, and planning activities.
Technical Support
ECHS(Navy), IHQ MoD (N)
01.2011 - 06.2013
- Assisted in troubleshooting user problems related to operating system issues (Windows XP/Vista/7), network connectivity, and upgrades.
- Deployed updates, service packs, and hotfixes through Windows Update, Automatic Updates, and Group Policies.
- Resolved daily user needs and issues.
Education
Graduation - Equivalent Degree
Indian Navy
Mumbai, India07-2018
BCom - Commerce
IGNOU
New Delhi, India07-2013
Skills
Fast Learner
Communication Skills
Cisco Networking
Routing & Switching
Fortinet SDWAN & Firewall
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
SDWAN
OSPF & BGP
Cisco Wireless
Certification
Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist
Timeline
Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist
03-2026
Fortinet Certified Professional
02-2026
Lead Technical Manager
Orange Business Services
01.2022 - Current
Technical Management Professional
British Telecom
04.2019 - 01.2022
Network Admin
1 WEC (Indian Navy)
05.2017 - 07.2018
Network Admin
INS Konkan (Indian Navy)
07.2013 - 05.2017
Technical Support
ECHS(Navy), IHQ MoD (N)
01.2011 - 06.2013
BCom - Commerce
IGNOU
Graduation - Equivalent Degree
Indian Navy
LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalit-kumar-3776a513a