Shalinkumar Solanki
Technical Associate
New Panvel,MH
Summary
Dynamic, CCNA-certified Network Engineer with 1.5 years of specialized experience in Fortinet and Versa SD-WAN deployments for global clients. Proven ability to architect, implement, and troubleshoot complex network solutions, including BGP, MPLS, and IPsec/GRE VPNs. Actively expanding expertise in Azure Cloud Networking, focusing on VNETs and VNet Peering, while leveraging strong Python skills for network automation. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, with a focus on integrating hands-on SD-WAN experience and foundational cloud knowledge to excel in challenging Network or Cloud Engineering roles. Eager to contribute to innovative projects that drive technological advancement and operational efficiency.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Network Engineer (SD-WAN Focus)
Tata Communications
07.2024 - Current
- Executed end-to-end SD-WAN deployments using Fortinet and Versa platforms for multiple enterprise customers, ensuring seamless migration from traditional MPLS/VPN infrastructure.
- Expertly configured and managed core routing protocols, including BGP, to ensure optimal path selection, redundancy, and traffic engineering across the SD-WAN fabric.
- Spearheaded detailed network troubleshooting and fault isolation for complex customer issues, quickly resolving critical incidents related to IPsec/GRE tunnels, overlay connectivity, and performance degradation.
- Applied advanced networking concepts like MPLS, QoS, and subnetting during solution design and implementation to meet specific customer requirements for bandwidth and security.
- Utilized Python and scripting concepts to streamline routine configuration audits and data extraction tasks, enhancing deployment efficiency.
- Documented detailed deployment and operational procedures, contributing to a knowledge base that reduced future deployment times by an estimated 15%.
- Designed and implemented SD-WAN solutions to enhance network performance, ensuring seamless connectivity across multiple locations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve network issues, improving system reliability and uptime.
- Conducted regular network assessments, identifying areas for improvement and optimizing configurations for enhanced efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for SD-WAN configurations, facilitating knowledge sharing and streamlining onboarding processes.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Information Technology
Pillai College of Engineering
Panvel, India 04.2001 -
Skills
SD-WAN Platforms: Fortinet (FortiGate SD-WAN), Versa Networks (VOS/Versa Director)
Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Certified
Timeline
Network Engineer (SD-WAN Focus)
Tata Communications
07.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Information Technology
Pillai College of Engineering
04.2001 -