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Mahesh Hegade

Bengaluru

Summary

Innovative IT professional with background in Sophos XG210, Palo Alto, CISCO Routers, Huawei & Fortinet Firewalls. Proven ability to identify problems, analyze possible solutions and determine the best course of action to meet objectives. Summary: Electronics and Communication Engineering with 8 years of Professional experience as a Network Administrator Good Exposure in real-time environments. Results-driven Network Engineer with 8 years of expertise deploying and maintaining LAN and WAN infrastructure. Dedicated technology professional with strong track record of accurately conducting system repairs and troubleshooting. Offering exemplary planning, project management and communication talents.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr System Administrator

Social Panga
Bangalore
04.2025 - Current
  • Resolved complex technical problems with innovative solutions while ensuring service continuity.
  • Assisted in developing disaster recovery plans for mission critical applications.
  • Performed server hardware installations, maintenance, upgrades and repairs as needed.
  • Installed patches on servers according to the patch management policy of the organization.
  • Maintained and administered various system software including Windows Server, Exchange, SQL Server.
  • Implemented backup and disaster recovery plans for network infrastructure components.
  • Created detailed documentation of the existing network architecture, processes, applications and services.
  • Provided technical support for local area networks, wide area networks, virtual private networks and other data communication systems.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies that could improve the reliability or performance of existing networks.

Network Specialist

Tech Mahindra
Bangalore
12.2024 - Current
  • Documented all facets of technology department operations, including network infrastructure, licenses and FAQs, facilitating consistent responses and team operations.
  • Performed troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve network issues.
  • Evaluated network performance to optimize traffic flow, maintain security, and improve processes.
  • Performed tests on newly installed hardware and software to provide components that interface correctly with each other and network.
  • Deployed firewalls to protect corporate networks from unauthorized access attempts.
  • Managed and documented network systems and operational procedures.
  • Evaluated local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) performance data to verify availability and speed, identifying network problems.
  • Managed client network security through installation of firewalls and VPNs.
  • Configured and installed routers, switches, and wireless controllers.
  • Assisted various departments in maintaining network security by configuring remote routers and firewalls.
  • Configured routers, switches and other networking equipment.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Configured and maintained firewalls in accordance with security policies.
  • Monitored network traffic for malicious activities and unauthorized access attempts.
  • Contributed to task list for maintaining network security across workstations, servers and peripherals.

Network Engineer/System Administrator Intern

Langoor Digital Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Contributed to task list for maintaining network security across workstations, servers and peripherals.

Network Engineer

Tryst Network (Stirred Creative Pvt Ltd)
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Initiated and managed network test facilities to verify network hardness and resilience.
  • Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
  • Assisted with the implementation and support of network monitoring tools.
  • Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
  • Coordinated with third-party security information and event management (SIEM) providers to maintain protections and predict threats.
  • Worked with teams to develop company-wide information assurance, security standards, and procedures.
  • Implemented necessary controls and procedures to protect information system assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure, or destruction.
  • Developed security metrics and technical analysis to give insight into performance and trends.

Network Engineer

IMSI India Pvt. Ltd
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Company Overview: (Work Location: IBM Pvt Ltd)
  • Windows System Management: Windows is responsible for managing hardware resources, file systems, and user accounts.
  • User Interface: Windows provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for users to interact with the system.
  • It includes features like the Start menu, Taskbar, and Control Panel.
  • Compatibility: Windows is designed to be compatible with a wide range of hardware and software applications.
  • It supports a broad array of third-party devices and software.
  • MACOS System Management: MacOS handles hardware resources, file systems, and user accounts similar to Windows but with a focus on Apple hardware.
  • User Interface: MacOS provides a sleek and intuitive GUI with features like the Dock, Finder, and Spotlight.
  • It's known for its clean design and ease of use.
  • Compatibility: MacOS is designed specifically for Apple hardware, ensuring a high level of integration and compatibility with Apple devices and software.
  • (Work Location: IBM Pvt Ltd)

Network Engineer

Future Focus InfoTech Pvt. Ltd, IMSI India Pvt. Ltd
01.2015 - 08.2017
  • Company Overview: (Work Location: IBM Pvt Ltd)
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues related to desktops, laptops, peripherals, and other end-user equipment.
  • Provide assistance with operating system-related problems (Windows, macOS, Linux).
  • Troubleshoot network connectivity issues.
  • Configured LAN, routed WAN, and switched LAN networks.
  • Install and configure a network.
  • Install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, VLAN, TUNNEL, DHCP, OSFP.
  • Knowledge on what's up Gold Network monitoring tool.
  • VOIP Configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Firewall Configuration & troubleshooting.
  • Installation & Configuration of Huawei & Fortinet Firewall, endian firewall.
  • (Work Location: IBM Pvt Ltd)

Education

BE - Electronics and Communication Engineering

MVJCE
Bangalore
06.2013

Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering

MLBP Polytechnic
Belgaum
06.2010

High School Diploma -

Adarsh High School
Gokak
06.2005

Skills

  • Windows
  • MAC OS
  • AD Manager
  • IP messenger
  • Websense
  • Black spider
  • Symantec
  • MacAfee
  • Sequirte Endpoint Security
  • NAS QNAP
  • TSRM
  • SERVICENOW
  • Office365
  • Adobe Admin Tool
  • Network Security Management
  • Routing
  • Switching
  • RIP
  • EIGRP
  • OSPF
  • IS_IS
  • BGP
  • PBR
  • GRE
  • IPv6 Route Filtering
  • Redistribution
  • Summarization
  • Authentication
  • VLAN
  • VTP
  • STP
  • HSRP
  • VRRP
  • GLBP
  • Ether channel STP protection
  • Layer-2 security
  • Cisco Routers
  • Cisco Switches
  • Cisco Access Point
  • Cisco WLC
  • Cisco IPS/IDS
  • Firewall
  • VPN
  • NAT
  • ACL
  • Object-Group
  • CTP Transparent Firewall
  • Context
  • Failover VPNs
  • MPF
  • VPN Load Balancing
  • Zero-down-time-upgrade
  • Firewall management
  • ASA OS 9x
  • Clustering BGP on ASA
  • Dynamic Routing in multiple modes OSPFv3 on ASA
  • Site-Site in Multiple mode
  • NAT with IPv6
  • Site-Site with IPv6 on ASA
  • SSL With IPv6
  • Failover Active-Standby
  • Active-Active with IPv6
  • Site-Site VPN
  • Remote Access VPN
  • DMVPN
  • GETVPN
  • SSL-VPN FLEX VP
  • Iron-Port
  • URL filtering
  • Bandwidth management
  • Malware protection
  • AD integration
  • Proxy authentication
  • AAA
  • RADIUS
  • TACACS
  • ISE
  • AWS
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Windows System Management: Windows is responsible for managing hardware resources, file systems, and user accounts
  • User Interface: Windows provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for users to interact with the system
  • It includes features like the Start menu, Taskbar, and Control Panel
  • Compatibility: Windows is designed to be compatible with a wide range of hardware and software applications
  • It supports a broad array of third-party devices and software
  • MACOS System Management: MacOS handles hardware resources, file systems, and user accounts similar to Windows but with a focus on Apple hardware
  • User Interface: MacOS provides a sleek and intuitive GUI with features like the Dock, Finder, and Spotlight
  • It's known for its clean design and ease of use
  • Compatibility: MacOS is designed specifically for Apple hardware, ensuring a high level of integration and compatibility with Apple devices and software
  • Antivirus, Biometric, face reader & Printer installation and troubleshooting
  • Server Management: Windows Server 2016 is responsible for managing server hardware resources, including processors, memory, and storage
  • Active Directory Services: Provides Active Directory services for managing user accounts, groups, and security policies within a network
  • File and Print Services: Offers file sharing services to enable centralized storage and data access
  • Networking Services: Manages networking functions such as DNS (Domain Name System), DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), and routing
  • Web Services: Includes Internet Information Services (IIS) for hosting websites and web applications
  • Security: Implements security features such as Windows Firewall, BitLocker, and Windows Defender
  • Remote Desktop Services: Allows the deployment of virtual desktops and remote applications for remote access
  • Storage Services: Provides storage features such as Storage Spaces for virtualizing storage and managing disks
  • Update Management: Facilitates the installation and management of software updates and patches
  • Network Management: Firewall (Palo-Alto, Sophos-XG210), Routing, NAT, ACL, VPNs, MPF, VPN - Load Balancing, Zero-down-time-upgrade, Firewall management etc
  • Cisco 9200, 9300, C2960X, C2960CX Switch, Solar wind, WLC, BGP on ASA, Dynamic Routing in multiple modes, OSPFv3 on ASA, Site-Site in Multiple mode, NAT with IPv6, Site-Site with IPv6 on ASA, Site-Site VPN, Remote Access VPN
  • Coordination with Vendor in case of Hardware/Software failure
  • Monitoring of MPLS ISR4431/K9, ILL (Leased Lines) AIRTEL-RF, TATA-RF, links, 3-G Airtel wireless Router, WIRELESS ACCESS POINT WIFI ROUTERS and trouble shooting
  • WIFI troubleshooting, Access Point

Languages

English, Hindi, Kannada

Portfolio

https://bold.pro/my/mahesh-hegade/335

Timeline

Sr System Administrator

Social Panga
04.2025 - Current

Network Specialist

Tech Mahindra
12.2024 - Current

Network Engineer/System Administrator Intern

Langoor Digital Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2023

Network Engineer

Tryst Network (Stirred Creative Pvt Ltd)
06.2018 - 01.2020

Network Engineer

IMSI India Pvt. Ltd
08.2017 - 06.2018

Network Engineer

Future Focus InfoTech Pvt. Ltd, IMSI India Pvt. Ltd
01.2015 - 08.2017

BE - Electronics and Communication Engineering

MVJCE

Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering

MLBP Polytechnic

High School Diploma -

Adarsh High School

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