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Shubham Saxena

Noida

Summary

  • Versatile IT network and telecom professional with over 10 years of experience in service-based environments, specializing in scalable architecture solutions. Proven track record in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance technology adoption and address complex business challenges.
  • Expertise in the Telco and network development lifecycle, including design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise networks and data centers.
  • Strong background in Software-Defined Networking (SDN) technologies and network automation, delivering innovative solutions that improve system reliability and performance.
  • Expert network engineer with several years of experience in designing, implementing and maintaining networks.
  • Strong, hands-on experience with Palo Alto and Cisco ASA firewalls.
  • Highly skilled in designing, implementing, and managing complex computer networks tailored to meet organizational needs. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot critical network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance. Strong in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and under budget, significantly improving operational efficiency. Applied innovative approaches to enhance system security and resilience against cyber threats, safeguarding company data and infrastructure.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Architect (Senior Manager)

Genpact
Noida
05.2025 - Current
  • Designed and implemented Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) with automated fabric provisioning and policy enforcement.
  • Configured Cisco DNAC features, such as Assurance and Telemetry, to ensure network compliance.
  • Integrated Cisco ISE with DNAC for identity-based access control and policy automation.
  • Automated network configuration and device onboarding using DNAC APIs, Python, and Ansible tools.
  • Architected Cisco ACI Spine-Leaf Fabric, including APIC setup and multi-tenancy configurations.
  • Lead the design of security solutions utilizing Palo Alto Networks technologies for enhanced protection.
  • Developed scalable network security architectures with Palo Alto firewalls for centralized management.
  • Designed AWS networks, including VPCs, route tables, and NAT Gateways, for efficient cloud connectivity.
  • Translate business and security requirements into technical designs and high/low-level documentation (HLD/LLD).

Senior Network Advisior

NTT DATA
Noida
05.2024 - 05.2025
  • Developed detailed network design specifications and documentation, including diagrams and implementation plans.
  • Spearheaded migration project from Tradition WAN to SD-WAN for datacenters and branches.
  • Conducted network assessments and audits to identify improvement areas and implement optimization strategies.
  • Transitioned and onboarded customer network to NTT Data seamlessly.
  • Created SOPs, network documentation, and run books to standardize processes.
  • Contributed to Network Transition & Transformation initiatives, migrating legacy systems with minimal disruption.
  • Designed hybrid solutions for on-premises and cloud platforms, integrating SDN technologies for optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with vendors to ensure timely equipment delivery and support services during migrations.

Associate Consultant

HCL Technologies
Noida
12.2022 - 05.2024
  • Manages the design, implementation, and ongoing management of a mainly Cisco environment, including LAN, WAN, and wireless environments. Coordinates with networking vendors to ensure appropriate platform integration and performance.
  • Designed, implemented, and maintained Cisco DNA solutions to enhance network performance, security, and automation.
  • Lead the migration from traditional networking to SD-Access, resulting in enhanced security and reduced network complexity.
  • Configured and managed Cisco DNA Center to provide centralized control and visibility into the SD-Access environment.
  • Implement and manage security group tags (SGTs), and security group access control policies.
  • Ensure proper segmentation of the network based on business requirements.
  • Integrate ISE with the SD-Access fabric for policy enforcement.
  • Define and manage identity policies and attributes.
  • Architected and implemented Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela, Meraki) solutions for multiple sites, resulting in significant improvements in network performance, and reduced operational costs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement cloud connectivity and ensure seamless integration of SD-WAN with cloud services.
  • The Datacenter and Branches migration project from Tradition WAN to SD-WAN.
  • Develop detailed network design specifications and documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and Implementation Plans. (HLD, LLD, SDD, NIP, NRFU)
  • Next Generation Firewalls (Objects, Zones, ACLs, HA, NAT, VPNs, Malware, File Policies, Intrusion Policies, URL Filtering)
  • Cisco Identity Services Engine (Policy sets, Authentication and Authorization Rules, Client Provisioning, Profiling, Posture/Remediation Policies, Guest Flow, BYOD)
  • Designed and implemented network automation solutions using scripting languages such as Python and Ansible.

Network Advisor

NTT DATA
Noida
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • The Datacenter and Branches migration project from Tradition WAN to SD-WAN.
  • SD WAN Velo Cloud and Cisco ASA Firewall.
  • CVO Sites migration project from Tradition WAN to Meraki SDWAN.
  • Deploying ISE Wired and Wireless Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting.
  • Configuration of Failover on firewalls and configuration of Cisco AAA ISE server for VPN user authentications.
  • Configuring Administrating Cisco ISE for Dot1x RADIUS authentication for Wireless users and TACACS for Device Administration.
  • Integrating ISE with external identity stores such as Windows AD.
  • Establishing solution design guides, scoping guides, and relevant test plan and design documents.
  • Design and Implementation for Cisco Nexus 2,5,7 K Series Switches, ASR series routers, & ASA firewalls
  • Generate standard project documentation including detailed test plans.
  • Participation in the full project life cycle including network assessment, system design, implementation, deployment, and troubleshooting support of network infrastructures.
  • Working towards developing a network migration plan from legacy networks to newly designed network architecture Build configuration templates and final configuration files to be loaded onto network switches and routers in conjunction with clients.

Network Specialist

Netlink Software Group of America
Bhopal
04.2020 - 10.2020
  • Deployed and managed Fabric infrastructure using vManage, vSmart, vBond, and vEdge devices.
  • Migrated existing WAN deployment to Viptela Fabric, enhancing network efficiency.
  • Configured Cisco SDWAN Edge Devices across multiple environments including AWS and Microsoft Azure.
  • Implemented high availability by deploying and configuring vManage, vBond Orchestrator, and vSmart controllers.
  • Managed SDWAN Fabric configuration on OMP, TLOCs, TLOC Colors, and multicast settings.
  • Executed Zero Touch Provisioning for wireless and non-wireless routers.
  • Ensured SD-WAN security through firewall ports, DTLS/TLS control plan security, and IPSEC adGRE for data plan security.
  • Monitored network performance metrics including DPI flows, tunnel connections, latency, and event logs.

Senior Network Engineer

Tech Mahindra
Noida
05.2019 - 04.2020
  • Executed deployment and configuration of SDWAN Viptela across multiple sites.
  • Led data center migration projects from Traditional WAN to SDWAN Viptela and Redware to F5LTM.
  • Managed three remote site migrations from Cisco ASA firewall to Palo Alto firewall.
  • Configured, monitored, and troubleshot Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, and FortiGate firewalls.
  • Oversaw configuration and troubleshooting of F5 Load Balancer (LTM) nodes and pools.
  • Established policy sets, authentication profiles, and conditions for enhanced security.
  • Contributed to high-level and low-level security design using Cisco Visio Stencils.
  • Implemented Firewall Service Module (ASASM) within Religare's data center.

Senior Network Engineer

Velocis Systems Pvt Ltd
Noida
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Managed and configured infrastructure using vManage, vSmart, vBond, and vEdge devices.
  • Oversaw Cisco Cloud, on-premises, and private cloud management.
  • Deployed and managed Cisco SDWAN Edge Devices, including vEdge 1000 and 2000 appliances.
  • Implemented and monitored Palo Alto PA-200 firewall while configuring DLP solutions.
  • Configured, managed, and troubleshooted Checkpoint Firewall (R77.30 Gaia & R80) to mitigate DDoS threats.
  • Established VPN policies for inbound and outbound traffic on firewalls.
  • Maintained Checkpoint Peak Flow to ensure network performance for Diageo India.
  • Executed administrative tasks to support ongoing deployment and management of over 100 routers and switches.

Customer Engineer

HCL Infosystem Ltd
Noida
04.2016 - 10.2018
  • Updated router and switch configurations based on Defence Ministry requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with service level agreements through regular monitoring.
  • Supported delivery of security vulnerability management initiatives.
  • Conducted testing and validation of hardware, firmware, and software for security impacts.
  • Configured IPsec LAN to LAN VPN for data encryption.
  • Managed user access in Big-IQ and Checkpoint Provider-1 platforms.
  • Performed IT security risk assessments and compliance audits.
  • Administered network security as part of DCN core platform management.

Support Enginner

Docomo InterTouch
Noida
10.2015 - 03.2016
  • Provided network support for clients including Apple, Amazon, and Sprint.
  • Handled tickets related to severity levels 1 through 5 while troubleshooting network issues.
  • Commissioned and decommissioned routers according to IBM standards.
  • Managed over 100 routers and switches across national network.
  • Coordinated with IP team to ensure ICMP and SNMP reachability to NMS tool.
  • Executed troubleshooting and debugging of complex network problems.

Education

B.E - IT

01/2013
01.2013

Intermediate (HSC) and matriculation (SSC) -

Intermediate (HSC) and matriculation (SSC)

Skills

  • Infrastructure services management
  • Wireless networking products
  • Cloud networking platforms
  • Data center load balancing
  • Routing and switching protocols
  • NAC Solutions
  • Infrastructure services management
  • Wireless networking products
  • Cloud networking platforms
  • Data center load balancing
  • Routing and switching protocols
  • NAC Soultions

Certification

  • Implementing Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (350-401 ENCOR)
  • Developing applications using Cisco core platforms and APIs (350-901 DEVCOR)
  • Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services (300-410 ENARSI)
  • Implementing Cisco SD-WAN Solutions (SDWAN 300-415)
  • Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP EI)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Fortinet NSE1 and NSE2
  • AZ-700

References

 Available and furnished upon request

Websites

Projects

Project overview Key Contributions:

Role:Network Architect
Client Regions: Europe, USA
Technologies: SD-WAN, Cisco SDA, Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Meraki, ACS, ISE 2.7

Led the end-to-end design and architecture of an enhanced SD-WAN and Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) solution to modernize data center infrastructure across multiple regions. The initiative aimed to streamline operations, improve security, and enhance network agility for global clients.

  • SD-WAN Architecture:
    Led the SD-WAN design strategy for European and USA clients following RFP completion.
    Delivered scalable and secure SD-WAN solutions aligned with business continuity and performance goals.
  • Infrastructure Migration:
    Successfully migrated legacy Cisco ASA firewalls to next-generation Palo Alto firewalls to enhance network security posture.
    Transitioned legacy LAN, WAN, and wireless infrastructure to a Meraki-based solution, improving manageability and visibility.
    Executed migration from Cisco ACS to ISE 2.7 for centralized identity and access control.
  • Operations Enablement:
    Built and trained L1 & L2 SD-WAN operations teams to launch a new Network Operations Center (NOC) in collaboration with NTT DATA.
    Developed training materials, SOPs, and knowledge bases to ensure effective operations handover.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Network Architect (Senior Manager)

Genpact
05.2025 - Current

Senior Network Advisior

NTT DATA
05.2024 - 05.2025

Associate Consultant

HCL Technologies
12.2022 - 05.2024

Network Advisor

NTT DATA
11.2020 - 12.2022

Network Specialist

Netlink Software Group of America
04.2020 - 10.2020

Senior Network Engineer

Tech Mahindra
05.2019 - 04.2020

Senior Network Engineer

Velocis Systems Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 05.2019

Customer Engineer

HCL Infosystem Ltd
04.2016 - 10.2018

Support Enginner

Docomo InterTouch
10.2015 - 03.2016

B.E - IT

01/2013

Intermediate (HSC) and matriculation (SSC) -

Intermediate (HSC) and matriculation (SSC)

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