Pravin M Howal
Network Admin
Punawale
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Network Admin
Wipro Limited
02.2022 - Current
- Performing Role as Network Tower Lead along with Network Admin and Responsible for Escalations, Manage Team.
- Responsible for Deliver Existing ISP MPLS/Internet Link migration to Internet over SDWAN Fabric.
- Responsible Upgrading/Downgrading bandwidth on SDWAN PE-CE link.
- Responsible for Configure Zscaler tunnels for Internet Link on SDWAN RTR’s/Fabric.
- Responsible for Network Access Control (NAC) profile setup on LAN Switches and Global TACACS Implementation for Project Scope.
- Responsible for Deploy Forti Switches into the Network.
- Responsible to Prepare Technical SOP’s where team can follow and adhere to it.
- Responsible for regular team huddle to address escalation, issue and fine tune it with Solution.
- Planning and deploying changes in customer Network.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Technical Specialist
Infosys Ltd.
05.2015 - 01.2022
- Worked in an ISP for Global-WAN Product and Data Activation team (Service Implementer/ Provisioner). Activating different types of services for the Telstra International customer.
- SDWAN Implementation for Telstra Telecom Client.
- Actively contributes to the implementation, configuration, layout, and performance tuning switches & Routers.
- Troubleshooting network problems, providing end to end solution to keep network operational.
- Supporting for Installation of Network equipment’s like Cisco routers and switches.
- Responsible for routing protocol changes like Static, OSPF, EIGRP and BGP.
- Configuring virtual servers, SNATs, Pools, Profiles, Pool members.
- Configuring persistence, Cookies, Protocol Profiles, Health Monitors.
- Configuration of IPsec and Remote access VPN solutions.
- Troubleshooting network connectivity issues and problems related to IPsec, remote VPN.
- Upgrading/Downgrading bandwidth on PE-CE link.
- Accountable in Documenting Changes, Activities, Diagrams, Designs, etc.
- Implementing End to End Connectivity for managed services.
- Maximizing network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages with network architects on network optimization.
- Planning and deploying changes in customer Network.
Level 2 Engineer for Implementation & Activation
TCPSL (Tata Communications Payment Solution Limited)
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Receive internal/external planned outage request.
- Ensure GTS validate each SOW plan when provided.
- Open POM or Hazardous tickets.
- Arrange changes to ensure complete customer satisfaction with date and times.
- Escalate as situation demand.
- Reduces the outage as less as possible.
Network Engineer
Reliance Communication Infrastructure Limited (RCIL)
07.2011 - 06.2014
- Working as a Network Engineer at DAKC.
- Implement changes and site setups (IOS upgrades, tech-refresh, decommissioning, etc.).
- Proposing a solution with necessary documentations, design in Visio.
- Coordination with vendors and client for Network related queries.
- Configuration of various network devices by following proper process and change management guidelines.
- Raise the RMA for the devices in case device found faulty.
- Monitoring and managing the Cisco 3800, 2900, 2800 series routers, 3750, 2900 series switches.
- Perform the configuration changes as per change management request.
- Log monitoring and reporting of firewalls, routers etc. using tools like SMARTS, SDM console, Networker etc.
- Supervise activities and drills ranging from power shutdown, DR, replacement and change management.
- Managing escalation process and handling customers to gain their confidence/ faith.
NOC Engineer
Reliance Infocom Private Limited (RIPL)
06.2007 - 07.2011
- Operation and Maintenance of internal office LAN/WAN network connectivity and hardware availability.
- Configuring VLANs and troubleshooting LAN related issues.
- Link testing for new WAN links and terminating with routers for connectivity between different offices of organization.
- Monitoring the WAN links and logging call with Service Providers in case of link failure, packet drop and other link issues.
- Fault Isolation & Troubleshooting for existing wireless customers within stipulated time period.
- Immediate escalation of those complaints to concern Cluster Engineer & Technician through phone calls & SMS.
- All the actions/feedback are being captured in the Ticket for that particular fault or compliant received from the Customer. Works on BMC Remedy7.1 for Trouble Tickets & Powertech Automation Solution.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Commerce
Subhedarwada High School
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Cisco Routers 3800
Cisco Routers 3900
Cisco Routers 2800
Cisco Routers 72k series
Cisco ASR 1k Series
Cisco ASR 9k Series
Juniper M960 Router
Cisco 9K
Cisco Cat 4500
Cisco Cat 3700
Cisco Cat 2900 series
Juniper Ex-42k
Juniper Ex-43K
Juniper Ex-45K series
Juniper QFX1002-72q
Fortinet Switches
SD-WAN Technology
ISP Link Migrations
vManage
ServiceSnow
Secure CRT
Putty
Jira Tool
Radsniff tool
AAASC tool
IPSS tool
Professional Synopsis - Summary
IT Professional with 15+ years of experience in Implementation and Maintenance of Corporate Network & Network Security Infrastructure. Looking after Incident management, Change management & Problem management. Currently working with Wipro Limited as a Network Admin. Very good interpersonal and customer service skills. Able to understand customer expectations and molding processes as per the business requirements. Adept in analyzing information system needs, evaluating end-user requirements, custom designing solutions, troubleshooting for complex information systems management. Comprehensive understanding of Networks concept managing and setting-up network infrastructure. Carrying a Training & communicate with team for technical as well as non-technical issues.
Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate, CSCO11877721
Accomplishments
- Carried out a Training & communication with team for technical as well as non-technical issues.
- Collaborated with team of 22 in the Network Team of Marelli Global automotive Customer
Core Competencies - Functional
- Infrastructure Management
- Network administration
- Technical Support
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/07/85
Timeline
Network Admin
Wipro Limited
02.2022 - Current
Technical Specialist
Infosys Ltd.
05.2015 - 01.2022
Level 2 Engineer for Implementation & Activation
TCPSL (Tata Communications Payment Solution Limited)
06.2014 - 05.2015
Network Engineer
Reliance Communication Infrastructure Limited (RCIL)
07.2011 - 06.2014
NOC Engineer
Reliance Infocom Private Limited (RIPL)
06.2007 - 07.2011
Graduate Certificate - Commerce
Subhedarwada High School
04.2001 -