Rahul Mehra
Auckland
Summary
- 10+ years of IT and Telecom Network Infrastructure management, design, Integration and Deployment.
- 8+ years of working experience for Major Telco and IT Organization in Middle East, Africa and New Zealand at client locations by following XLRI, Prince2 and PMP delivery methods.
- Hands-on experience in troubleshooting of IP/MPBN & CCD (Imaged based) for Telecom Nodes/flow 2G,3G, 4G & 5G over Ericsson CNIS (Cloud Solutions).
- Experience in Designing, Planning and implementation of Mobile Core Solution for IT and GSM VoIP networks incorporation layer-2/layer-3 routing protocols over multivendor (Juniper, Extreme, SSR and NetScreen firewalls) environment.
- Experience in Consultation/Preparation of High-Level Designs (HLD’s) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for IP Routers, Switches and Firewall involving E2E Services for Applications, Servers and End users along with Telco Nodes (RAN, Circuit Core and Packet Core).
- Experience in working with different stakeholders, handling escalations for various telecommunication service providers and IT organizations.
- Experience in High level troubleshooting on Routing, Switching and Security Products for Juniper, Extreme, PaloAlto, SSR and Fortinet.
- Developed and presented findings and solutions incorporating all Services over Network Element (Router/Switch/Firewalls) to audiences including senior executives and stakeholders.
- Experience in Configuration, designing and Testing resiliency for the routers, switches and firewall using L2/L3 protocols (OSPF, BGP and MPLS) according to the NDD (Node Design Document) provided and troubleshoot the same in case of any issues.
- Experience in implementing security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team over Aruba and Dell servers.
- Experience of working with various IT Organizations with multi-vendor environments by following change management process.
- Experience in managing and handling team of 30+ Engineers working on various projects across globe.
- Have experience for working as paratrooper in various role such as Change Manager, Network Solution Architect, E2E Designer and Project Manager.
- Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, analytical skills and developed a good understanding of the client's business processes.
- Good understanding of IT Organization’s and Telco Network’s Life Cycle Management and experience of working on Agile model.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telecommunication Network Planner
Sho-Comms New Zealand Limited
03.2023 - Current
- Worked to maintain the confidentiality of information and network data for various clients within New Zealand
- Designing, planning, and execution of IP plans on Firewalls and Switches as per customer and IT Organization’s requirement.
- Maintained optimal network performance by performing network monitoring and analysis.
- Monitoring network engineering performance and ensuring system availability and reliability of VoIP Networks.
- Configuration, troubleshooting, and Integration of various network devices and services (e.g Routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers).
- Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team over Aruba and Dell servers.
- Providing new solutions to Customer and support till complete implementation and handover.
- Analyzed network components by doing configuration audit and identify beneficial improvements.
- Assisted with the evaluation and selection of network hardware and software.
- Ensured network security by developing network access and performing evaluations
- Keeping Track of existing Servers and network elements for vendors like Juniper, Cisco, HP, and Fortinet for RMA/LCM.
Senior Solution Architect – IP Networks
Ericsson India Global Private Limited
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Developed and presented findings and solutions incorporating all Services over Network Element (Router/Switch/Firewalls) to audiences including senior executives and stakeholders.
- Experience in handling a team of 30+ Engineers working on various projects across the globe.
- Experience in working with different stakeholders, handling escalations for various telecommunication service providers and IT organizations.
- High-level troubleshooting on Routing, Switching, and Security Products for Juniper, Extreme, PaloAlto, SSR, and Fortinet.
- Hands-on experience in troubleshooting of IP/MPBN & CCD (Imaged based) for Telecom Nodes/flow 2G, 3G, 4G & 5G over Ericsson CNIS(Cloud Solutions).
- Cloud/CCD/NFVI/5G competency- 5G Core, Docker & Kubernetes, Redhat OpenStack, SLX Extreme Fabric/EFA deployment.
- Planning of New Solution Implementation in GSM, VoIP IP networks, Mobile Core incorporation with layer-2/layer-3 routing protocols over multi-vendor (Juniper, Extreme, SSR, and Netscreen firewalls) environment.
- Providing new solutions to Customer and support till complete implementation and handover.
- Consultation/Preparation of High-Level Designs (HLD’s) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs)
- Production (i.e Live network) configuration changes.
- To check planned ports, IP addresses, VLANs, etc are actually available as per the expected solution and design.
- Experience in Troubleshooting, Designing, Audit, and resiliency testing of RAN nodes, Packet Core Nodes, and Circuit Core Nodes over Network transport layer incorporating Interface level and Service level testing
- E2E Troubleshooting on Core Telecom network which includes working on SGSN, GGSN, Media Gateways, MSS, RNC, eNodeB, BSC, DNS, SS7, SIGTRAN, etc.
MPBN Specialist
Afro Telecom Limited(Nokia Project)
02.2014 - 06.2018
- High-level troubleshooting on Routing, Switching, and Security Products for Juniper, Extreme, SmartEdge, Fortinet, and PaloAlto.
- Design, Planning, and Implementation for Mobile Core networks, IMS, RAN nodes, Packet Core Nodes, and Core Nodes over Network transport layer.
- Providing new solutions to Customer and support till complete implementation
- Consultation of High-Level Designs (HLD’s) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) of Network Elements for Juniper (M Series/MX/QFX Series), Extreme (BD8800, Summit, and SLX), Fortinet (200/600 Series).
- Performed preventative maintenance for Data Centre’s equipment, scheduled repairs as necessary and planned the resiliency testing of RAN nodes, Packet Core Nodes, and Core Nodes over Network transport layer
- To check planned ports, IP addresses, VLANs, etc are actually available as per the expected solution.
- Troubleshooting on Core Telecom network switches, routers, and firewalls which carry traffic for SGSN, GGSN, MGW, MSS, RNC, BSC, DNS, SS7, SIGTRAN, etc.
- GPRS 2G and 3G and 4G network optimization which includes voice and data services.
- Handling escalation from regional customers and local Nokia team
- OS Upgrade planning for Routers, Switches, Firewall, and GGSN nodes across PAN Kenya.
- Address and correct all network/customer events/issues/cases referred to the group in an effective and timely manner while striving to exceed customer and company specified objectives.
- Ensuring 99.9% Network uptime for all customers.
- Perform regular Audits and generate guidelines for other regions team members.
- Handling Managed Services for Domestic and Global Customer.
- Acceptance and implementation of CS/PS/IN and 3PP network elements which need to be integrated into the live network.
- Handling meetings with Airtel Africa Regional/Group Teams.
- Coordination with international ISPs for operational issues and capacity-related requirements.
- Coordination with government agencies for LI, to implement any feature to block certain websites and IP addresses.
- To address the NPO related issues (KPI degradation, slow speed, and IUB congestion) from a core perspective.
Senior Solution Integrator
Ericsson Global India Private Limited
10.2010 - 02.2014
- Implemented and updated change requests along with Network Solution Architect.
- Worked with senior executives to develop problem-solving strategies.
- Planning and troubleshooting on Routing, Switching, and Security Products.
- New Solution Implementation in GSM IP networks.
- Planning of CS, PS, and IN nodes from MPBN/IP prospective.
- Executing change requests as per customer requirements and updating the change parameters on ticketing tools.
- Performing audits for E2E customer network and preparing the audit reports for deviation/security loopholes in the network.
- Managing and configuring Core MPBN/Packet core network for Customers including Bharti Airtel and HTC (Vietnam Mobile).
- Providing new solutions to Customer and support till complete implementation.
- Consultation of High-Level Designs (HLD’s) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs)
- Production (i.e Live network) configuration changes
- Troubleshooting on Core Telecom network layer which includes working on SGSN, GGSN, MGW, MSS, DNS, AIR, Voucher Server, CCN, SDP, EMA, SMSC, SS7, SIGTRAN, etc.
- GPRS 2G and 3G Network optimization which includes voice and data services.
- Handling escalation from Regional and local MPBN team.
Senior Engineer - Network and Security
Evolve Technologies and Services Private Limited
01.2009 - 09.2010
- Configured the routers, switches, and firewall using L2/L3 protocols (OSPF, BGP, and MPLS) according to the NDD (Node Design Document) provided and troubleshooted the same in case of any issues
- Coordinated with the customer and designers for Customer’s O&M connectivity network
- Responsible for BOQ (Bill of Quantity) Verification to the customer’s call testing
- Performed AT (Acceptance Test) including the hardware redundancy, service level redundancy, Devices performance test, and configuration tests
- Upgraded the IOS of the devices as per the project requirement
- Configured the routers according to the NDD (Node Design Document) provided and troubleshooted the same in case of any issues
- Coordinated with the customer and designers for Customer’s NOC connectivity network
- Responsible for BOQ (Bill of Quantity) Verification to the customer’s call testing
- Performed AT (Acceptance Test) including the hardware redundancy, service level redundancy, Devices performance test, and configuration tests
- Upgraded the IOS of the networking and security devices as per the project requirement.
Engineer - Services
Apara Enterprise Solutions Private Limited
08.2007 - 01.2009
- IOS upgrades of Routers and Switches
- Stacking of Cisco and Extreme switches
- Configured the Devices as per the NDD (Node Design Document) provided
- Tested the reachability of devices from Router, Switches, and Firewalls for HLR, IN, MGW, MSS, and other Telco devices from NOC (Reliance, Airtel, and Idea) for operations and maintenance
- BSCs from the central OSS location and up to SGSN via L3 switches.
Education
Skills
- Linux, Windows
- 2G,3G,4G,5G, VoIP Services
- Cactii, MRTG, Solarwinds, Ericsson Tiger tool, HPOVO, U2000
- ARP, SNMP, STP, Trunking, VLAN, LAN & WAN
- OSPF, BGP, MPLS
- Dell HP, Juniper (MX, M, T, EX and QFX Series), Cisco, Ericsson SSR, Extreme, Netscreen and Fortinet
- Ericsson Cloud and AWS Cloud Technologies
- Office 365, Micorsoft Excel
Certification
- JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIA-Cloud
- CCNA, CCNP(R&S)
- Redhat Certified System administrator in Redhat Openstack(CL210)
- Extreme Data Center SLX certification
- Ericsson Certified network associates (ETCP IP 201)
- Ericsson Certified Associate- 5G Core
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator
Accomplishments
- Multiple time got rockstar award, Ace award and Power award for exceptional delivery for various projects while working for Ericsson Global India Private Limited.
- Won Key contributor award for Ericsson for year 2021.
- Awarded multiple times for escalation free delivery for various projects in Auckland while working for Sho-Comms NZ Limited.
Additional Information
NZ Resident
Timeline
Telecommunication Network Planner
Sho-Comms New Zealand Limited
03.2023 - Current
Senior Solution Architect – IP Networks
Ericsson India Global Private Limited
08.2018 - 03.2023
MPBN Specialist
Afro Telecom Limited(Nokia Project)
02.2014 - 06.2018
Senior Solution Integrator
Ericsson Global India Private Limited
10.2010 - 02.2014
Senior Engineer - Network and Security
Evolve Technologies and Services Private Limited
01.2009 - 09.2010
Engineer - Services
Apara Enterprise Solutions Private Limited
08.2007 - 01.2009
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