VENUPRASAD MIRIYALA
Visakhapatnam
Summary
Senior Telecom Network Manager with 25+ years of experience in FTTH/GPON, access networks, GSM/CDMA, and telecom O&M. Proven expertise in district-level network operations, SLA/MTTR management, vendor coordination, and large-scale fiber rollout. Hands-on with OLT configuration, DWDM, IP/MPLS, and enterprise/government service provisioning. Immediate joiner with prior GCC experience, actively seeking UAE opportunities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Manager
Andhra Pradesh State Fibernet Ltd.
12.2018 - 06.2025
- Led FTTH/GPON fiber access network rollout across multiple mandals & GPs, and O&M operations with ring-protected topology, supporting large-scale residential, enterprise, and government customers.
- Managed Active & Passive network teams and subcontractors for installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of OLT, routers, and access nodes.
- Operated and maintained GPON, DWDM, and IP/MPLS infrastructure, including Cisco NCS 55A2, DWDM systems, and Cisco routers.
- Performed 24x7 network monitoring through NOC coordination, Maintained 99.95% network availability.
- Achieved fast fault restoration and reduced MTTR by 30% through proactive NOC & FRT coordination, and Electrical teams during critical outages.
- Executed capacity upgrades, new link provisioning, and traffic optimization based on utilization and performance thresholds.
- Supported enterprise and government service activation, including CAF provisioning, PON allocation, service migration, and issue resolution.
- Coordinated with OEMs and facility vendors (UPS, batteries, generators, HVAC) for PM/CM activities.
- Conducted fiber loss analysis, rectification, and quality audits to meet operational and safety standards.
- Maintained network documentation, inventory, and performance reports for audits and management reviews.
Team Lead
Zulu Teleservices Pvt.Ltd & Stad Tech Corporation
Visakhapatnam
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Prepared individual ODF drawings and project synopses using AutoCAD for FTTH deployment.
- Supervised HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) operations, as per approved site layouts.
- Oversaw chamber installation and optical fiber cable laying (96F, 48F, and 24F routes).
- Monitored end-to-end OFC splicing, mid-span jointing, and FAT box integration.
- Ensured FAT box installation with residential permissions, adhering to technical and layout specifications.
RAN & BSS SME
Reliance Telecommunications
Andhra Pradesh
09.2007 - 06.2017
- Performed installation, integration, and upgrade of GSM Huawei radio equipment (BTS 3012/3900 and BSC 6900).
- Monitored and resolved service/non-service alarms (e.g., VSWR) and outages within defined SLA.
- Conducted preventive maintenance for BSC and BTS, including periodic health checks and backups (BSC weekly, BTS every six months).
- Managed integration of new sites, network upgrades, re-homing, and troubleshooting to enhance network performance.
- Planned RF parameters such as BCCH, MAIO, and BSIC, and optimized neighbor relations and KPIs to improve utilization and eliminate interference.
- Analyzed network performance metrics and implemented corrective actions for performance improvement.
- Executed retrofit operations following TAC instructions and completed technical upskilling through online training modules.
- Led team discussions for issue resolution, provided technical training, and coordinated with central teams on Network Improvement (NWA) and KPI enhancement.
- Closed customer connectivity/coverage complaints (via Clarify tool & distributors) within SLA by performing root cause analysis and corrective network actions.
BSS Engineer
Indian Telephone Industries
Bengaluru
11.2004 - 08.2007
- Performed end-to-end installation and commissioning of CDMA ZTE ZXC-10 (2G) BSC, MSC & BTS.
- Configured BTS in BSC OMCR, including maintenance, alarm monitoring, and fault clearance.
- Executed acceptance testing of BSCs & BTSs for AP circle and coordinated with BSNL for service quality improvements.
Engineer
Saudi Delta Company Ltd
03.2002 - 10.2004
- Commissioned and supported TDMA radio access sites, coordinating with Lucent Technologies.
- Performed remote and on-site configuration, alarm monitoring, and performance analysis.
- Supported network stability and service quality through proactive fault resolution.
Assistant Engineer
Advanced Radio Masts Ltd.
Hyderabad
02.2000 - 02.2002
- Production level and System level testing of 2GHz digital microwave radios, optimux equipment for BSNL.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication
ASIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING
Delhi, India03.2013
Diploma - Electronics and Communication
State Board of Technical Education and Training
Visakhapatnam03.1998
Skills
- GPON
- FTTH Networks
- OLT Configuration & Management
- Fiber Optic Testing & Loss Analysis
- Vendor & Subcontractor Management
- Network Operations & Maintenance
- Enterprise Service Provisioning
- Government Service Provisioning
- SLA Management
- MTTR Management
- KPI Management
- NOC Coordination
- Preventive Maintenance
- Corrective Maintenance
Personal Information
Nationality: Indian
Languages
- English
- Telugu
- Hindi
Timeline
Network Manager
Andhra Pradesh State Fibernet Ltd.
12.2018 - 06.2025
Team Lead
Zulu Teleservices Pvt.Ltd & Stad Tech Corporation
08.2017 - 12.2018
RAN & BSS SME
Reliance Telecommunications
09.2007 - 06.2017
BSS Engineer
Indian Telephone Industries
11.2004 - 08.2007
Engineer
Saudi Delta Company Ltd
03.2002 - 10.2004
Assistant Engineer
Advanced Radio Masts Ltd.
02.2000 - 02.2002
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication
ASIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING
Diploma - Electronics and Communication
State Board of Technical Education and Training