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PREMKUMAR S

Bangalore

Summary

Experienced IT Infrastructure Lead and Network Security Engineer with over 9 years in the IT industry, including 8 years specializing in network security, infrastructure management, and systems integration. Currently leading IT operations and security at CentroMotion. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my technical expertise and leadership experience to drive secure, scalable, and efficient IT solutions.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Infrastructure Lead

CentroMotion
02.2025 - Current
  • Responsible for designing and implementing secure network architectures for blended office setups.
  • Managed the full lifecycle of IT procurements, including Windows, Macs, and network gear, based on company specifications.
  • Oversaw the design, configuration, installation, and upkeep of network hardware and software components (firewalls, routers, switches, access points).
  • Managed and maintained Google Workspace, MDM solutions (e.g., JumpCloud), and Office 365 platforms.
  • Responsible for configuring, deploying, and maintaining security settings and device profiles via MDM.
  • Administered and configured various OS (Windows, macOS), network devices, databases, and applications.
  • Monitored network performance and ensured high levels of availability and reliability.
  • Applied strong cybersecurity knowledge to conduct regular audits and vulnerability assessments.
  • Managed the implementation and maintenance of disaster recovery and backup systems.
  • Ensured secure network access and implemented measures to prevent unauthorized access or damage.
  • Maintained detailed records of system and network configurations.
  • Managed domain hosting servers and supervised IT services aligned with business needs.
  • Delivered performance reports by identifying cost-saving opportunities and providing timely updates to stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with fellow IT professionals and vendors to resolve technical challenges and deploy solutions.
  • Utilized project management skills to prioritize and implement system, tool, process and other initiatives.

Sr Network Engineer

Zetwerk manufacturing Pvt Ltd
02.2022 - 02.2025
  • On-site engineering & commissioning.
  • Handling on-site-related integration issues & providing resolutions related to network solutions.
  • Configuration, Troubleshooting and Hardening of Fortinet Firewall and Sophos firewall by applying policies.
  • Creating the Port Allocation and IP Address Plan as per project environment.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance and cost efficiency.
  • Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Installed and onboarded audio-visual equipment installations for Zetwerk Events.
  • Monitored system performance to ensure availability of all services to users.
  • Performed troubleshooting and maintenance of hardware and software components, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
  • Established and monitored key performance metrics to verify consistent compliance with important networking standards.
  • Backed up support desk team to handle user problems and technical concerns.
  • Monitored network activities to quickly detect and resolve operational and security issues.
  • Led planning and technical design activities for routine operations and special projects.
  • Implementing Juniper core switches.
  • Integrating a FortiAnalyzer for security purposes.
  • I have managed the network for 13 office locations across global

Network Engineer

Redhut Innovation Pvt Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2022
  • Installing, Configuring and Troubleshooting network devices including Firewall, Cisco Meraki Routers, Cisco Meraki Switches and Access points.
  • Creating Group policies, Traffic shaping rules, Access list, Enabling Load Balancing, DHCP DNS and Port forwarding rules.
  • Creating Alerts and settings it to trigger on mailbox.
  • Monitoring Cisco Meraki cloud dashboards.
  • Daily checking reports and alerts analysis, Firewall, AP's, Switches and checking if any false positive or true positive incidents and updating the tracker.
  • Blocking suspicious and poor reputed IPs and Devices on Firewall.
  • Creating daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
  • Maintaining uptime of Overall IT infrastructure using monitoring tools (WhatsUp Gold, MRTG).
  • Ensured SLAs are achieved, and client expectations are met (or exceeded).
  • Monitored, Analyzed and Cleared network alarms at NOC.
  • Configure and Testing ISP links in Fortinet firewall and Cisco Meraki routers.
  • Configured site-to-site VPN tunnels and client VPN for customers.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Maintained close connection with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve problems.
  • Oversaw budgets for project, tracked expenses and timelines and communicated with key stakeholders on milestones.
  • Delivered technical projects to achieve client business requirements.
  • Worked closely with sales teams to ensure client satisfaction from acquisition to proposal phases.
  • I have experience monitoring a Network Operations Center (NOC) for a company with 6 Business Units (BUs) including Curefit, Myntra, Licious, Delivery, Nayara, and Kinara Capital.
  • This likely involves overseeing the health and performance of network devices and applications across 400+ locations.
  • I have demonstrably handled site implementation projects from initial surveys to final handover for companies like Curefit and Myntra.

System Engineer

Vector Automation Systems
07.2016 - 08.2018
  • Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems.
  • Maintained stability, integrity and efficient operation of information systems supporting organizational functions.

Education

Diploma - E&C

Mangalore Institute of Technological Science (MITS)
07-2016

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Contract Management
  • Project Planning
  • Systems Implementation
  • Budget Control
  • Contract Negotiation Expertise
  • Firewalls and Endpoint Security
  • Infrastructure Planning and Design
  • Cisco Wireless Routers and Switches
  • Network Configuration
  • IP Addressing and Subnetting
  • Server/Network Configuration
  • Vendor/Partner Relationships
  • Microsoft Azure /Azure development
  • Cloud computing

Languages

English
Hindi
Kannada
Tamil

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 08/19/96

Trainings Courses Certification

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Cisco Meraki MX,MR & MS Series Training
  • FortiGate Firewall Training
  • Sophos Firewall Training
  • Microtech Firewall Training
  • Aruba Wireless controlling Training
  • Rukus Wireless controlling Training

Timeline

IT Infrastructure Lead

CentroMotion
02.2025 - Current

Sr Network Engineer

Zetwerk manufacturing Pvt Ltd
02.2022 - 02.2025

Network Engineer

Redhut Innovation Pvt Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2022

System Engineer

Vector Automation Systems
07.2016 - 08.2018

Diploma - E&C

Mangalore Institute of Technological Science (MITS)

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