Suresh Raj
Senior Network Architect
Bangalore,karnataka
Summary
An accomplished and results-driven Senior Network Architect with a track record of successfully implementing strategic initiatives to enhance business functionality and drive bottom-line results. Proficient in project management, with a proven ability to lead and inspire teams towards maximum productivity. A technologically adept self-starter, skilled in swiftly adapting to new environments and leveraging existing experience to master new technologies seamlessly.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Architect – IT Enterprise Infrastructure
Publicis Groupe (Resources)
05.2006 - Current
- Led the preparation of responses to RFPs/RFIs for potential clients, ensuring alignment with company standards and policies
- Planned, designed, and installed new wired and wireless solutions, coordinating project groups, consultants, and suppliers to meet requirements, budgets, and timelines
- Developed standards and procedures for upgrades or enhancements to the environment
- Managed security audits and ensured timely closure of identified gaps
- Conducted testing and research on new and existing technologies to support organizational goals
- Managed resources, budgets, and developed roadmaps in alignment with organizational plans
- Provided leadership in implementing security policies to ensure compliance with governance, legal, regulatory, and mandatory requirements
- Played a key role in troubleshooting critical network problems related to data and security
- Liaised with channel partners and OEMs to negotiate better pricing and review SLAs
- Contributed to translating the overall vision into a long-range plan and communicated ongoing implementation among the organizational community.
- Excelled performance metrics through diligent attention to detail during all phases of project development and execution.
- Conducted thorough site analysis to identify potential challenges and opportunities prior to project initiation.
- Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.
- Streamlined project completion timelines by effectively managing resources and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
- Led design team to achieve seamless project execution, ensuring all deadlines and milestones were met.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to successfully integrate structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems into cohesive designs.
Consultant Network Engineer
Elixir Websolutions, Sapient
03.2005 - 04.2006
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
- Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines.
- Provided ongoing support to clients post-implementation, ensuring the long-term success of implemented solutions.
Technical Engineer
Caddons - Siemens Public Communication Ltd
05.2004 - 03.2005
- Provided exceptional technical support, addressing client concerns and ensuring their needs were met.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure the highest level of product integrity and reliability.
- Improved system performance by troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
- Reduced production downtime by proactively identifying potential issues through rigorous testing procedures.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving workplace safety protocols, resulting in a reduction of incidents while fostering a culture of responsibility and care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Calicut University
Calicut05.1995
Skills
Technical Expertise:
- Network Security: Site-to-Site IPSec VPNs, Remote Access VPNs, TACACS & RADIUS
- Products: Cisco ASA Firewalls, Checkpoint Firewalls, Cisco Secure ACS, Nexus Series, Catalyst Series Switches, Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, Bluecoat Packet shaper & Caching Engine, Allot, Websense WSG, Websense DLP
- Routing & Switching Protocols
Additional Skills:
- Cost Estimation Accuracy
- Sustainable Design Principles
- Site Analysis Expertise
- Networking Infrastructure Design
Certification
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- ITIL V3 Foundation
Accomplishments
- Successfully deployed and designed new WAN networks in international organizations, resulting in substantial cost savings and enabling the use of complex applications.
- Designed and deployed LAN & Wireless networks across multiple global locations, including setting up new offices and migrating legacy networks to new hardware and technologies.
- Provided comprehensive training to local support teams for efficient management of deployed networks.
Special Achievements
Received CFD (Client Focus Delivery) awards from different clients for setting up B2B communication channels.
Timeline
Senior Architect – IT Enterprise Infrastructure
Publicis Groupe (Resources)
05.2006 - Current
Consultant Network Engineer
Elixir Websolutions, Sapient
03.2005 - 04.2006
Technical Engineer
Caddons - Siemens Public Communication Ltd
05.2004 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Calicut University
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