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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
Accomplishments
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Prajwal N

Prajwal N

Network Security Engineer
Bengaluru

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives with clear understanding of OSI model, Subnetting, Routing Protocols, Firewalls, Web-filter and Vulnerability tests. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in various Technology.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

System Security Engineer II

Oracle
Bengaluru
08.2024 - Current
  • Addressing the daily reports of tickets associated with ACL and URL.
  • Monitored emerging trends in cybersecurity to stay ahead of potential new threats.
  • Conducted regular internal audits of systems and networks to ensure compliance with established security standards such as PCI DSS.
  • Identified vulnerabilities in network architecture, recommending and implementing necessary security measures to prevent breaches.
  • Optimized firewall configurations, strengthening network defenses against external threats.

Technical Solutions Engineer (TAC Role)

Barracuda Networks
Bengaluru
09.2022 - 07.2024
  • Reviewed those assigned tickets and called customers for further troubleshooting.
  • Provided customer with update quickly like the troubleshooting plan, progress, workaround, issue summary, bug status. Escalate important ticket where it required Developer attention. Reported bugs, followed up the bug status.
  • Set up lab to replicate issue/bug for QA, resolution and developer if it's necessary.
  • Troubleshoot the issues reported by clients on live calls and look out for the root cause and provide customer with the summary and resolution of the issue reported.
  • Troubleshoot issues with the network in order to make it run more efficiently and to avoid future problems.
  • Helped customers with the configuration like ACL, NAT, VPN, Events, Syslog, HA setup, Centralized managed setup, Upgrades and initial setup.
  • Gave customers updates on the progress of resolving their issues and concerns.
  • Perform beneficial network updates whenever available.
  • The various troubleshooting included security features like Firewall/IPSec/IPS/AV/web filter, failover, routing, LDAP, SNMP, log, hardware issue.
  • Knowledge of Protocols: HTTP, SSL/TLS, GRE, IKE/ESP/ISAKMP, IPSec, WCCP, DNS, LDAP, Radius, TACACS, TCP, UDP.
  • Familiar with Virtualization: VMware (ESXi) and Microsoft (Hyper-V).
  • Identify, monitor and analyze security events to determine malicious events and attempt to mitigate.
  • Identify suspicious/malicious from the logs/events.

Technology Associate

Locuz Enterprise Solutions Ltd
Bengaluru
11.2020 - 09.2022
  • Configured and maintained FortiGate firewalls to ensure optimal security posture.
  • Administered and maintained Fortinet-based network infrastructure for a diverse range of clients.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of network upgrades and expansions.
  • Provided technical support to customers, addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to Fortinet products.
  • Set up proxy devices in different ways, such as forward or inline, and assist clients with the initial configuration of hardware or virtual machines.
  • Assist clients in configuring their web filtering device to ensure security.
  • Identified weaknesses in the system while working on CVEs and strengthened the device's security level.
  • Conducted regular security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend solutions.
  • Documented configurations, troubleshooting steps, and resolution procedures for future reference.
  • Assisted in the deployment and management of Fortinet firewall.
  • Successfully migrated firewall policies and configurations to the new hardware.
  • Conducted training sessions for end-users on Fortinet products and best practices.
  • Installation and configuration of Fortinet 100E and 140E with Initial setup and HA.
  • Installation and configuration of Palo Alto 200 with Initial setup and HA.
  • Configuring firewall policies, NAT rule & HA in various security products.
  • Providing network design and solutions to various clients.
  • Installation of catalyst switch 9300,1000.
  • Installation and configuration of Cisco Meraki (switch-MS125, FirewallMX67C).
  • Implementation of VPN in Fortinet 100E.
  • Provided expert-level support for Fortinet products, including FortiGate firewalls.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex network and security issues, ensuring minimal downtime for clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement and optimize Fortinet solutions based on client requirements.
  • Conducted training sessions for end-users on Fortinet products and best practices.
  • Participated in New architecture design implementation on-site for SDWAN device and ASA.
  • POST activity of ISR 4221, 9300 catalyst switches.
  • Performed full application security assessments and analysis on newly built and existing applications. Because of these efforts, many potential security threats were identified before being released into a production environment.
  • Responsible for Preventive Maintenance of LAN architecture.
  • Managed BoM activity w.r.t to client orders.
  • Prioritize and respond to Service Desk tickets as appropriate.

Training in CCIE Security

Networkers Home
08.2019 - 11.2020

Engineer and Design Engineer

NCCCL and G2G
08.2017 - 08.2019

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Brindavan College of Engineering
Bengaluru, India
08.2013 - 07.2017

Skills

  • OSI model

  • TCP/IP model

  • Routing Protocols

  • Web security Gateway

  • Email security gateway

  • Vulnerability Management

  • Subnetting expertise

  • Wireshark

  • tcpdump

  • Monitoring tools

  • Basic Linux Commands

  • SSL-VPN

  • Vulnerability assessment

  • Security architecture design

  • Compliance auditing

  • Network monitoring

  • Firewall management

  • Security protocols

  • Network infrastructure

  • Security issues troubleshooting

  • Problem-solving abilities

SOFT SKILLS

  • Self-awareness

  • Willingness to learn

  • Social skills

  • Enthusiasm

  • Proactive and team player

Certification

Cisco Certified Specialist (350-701), 07/01/20

Awards

  • Awarded for the Best performance of the year 2021-2022.
  • Won Table tennis tournament conducted by the organization -2022.

Accomplishments

  • Shortlisted in the Sony Earth BBC photography competition.
  • Participated in national level lawn tennis tournament representing Karnataka.
  • Featured in times of India for my performance in lawn tennis.
  • Participated in university level tournament conducted by VTU.

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the above information is true to the best of my knowledge.

Timeline

System Security Engineer II

Oracle
08.2024 - Current

Technical Solutions Engineer (TAC Role)

Barracuda Networks
09.2022 - 07.2024

Technology Associate

Locuz Enterprise Solutions Ltd
11.2020 - 09.2022

Training in CCIE Security

Networkers Home
08.2019 - 11.2020

Engineer and Design Engineer

NCCCL and G2G
08.2017 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Brindavan College of Engineering
08.2013 - 07.2017
Prajwal NNetwork Security Engineer