Dynamic Cloud and Network Security Engineer with extensive expertise in Azure, AWS, OCI, firewalls, and load balancers. Proven track record in network design, security implementation, and technical troubleshooting, complemented by strong analytical skills and a passion for technology. Solid foundation in cloud computing principles and ability to swiftly adapt to emerging technologies. Prepared to leverage and enhance cloud infrastructure and automation skills in a Senior Cloud Engineer role, driving innovation and efficiency within the organization.
Hi, I’m
Vishal Parmanand
Cloud Engineer
Hyderabad
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Language
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
NotionAce Solutions Private Limited
Cloud Network Engineer
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Managed multiple multi-cloud projects across OCI, Azure, and AWS.
- Trained in Terraform for infrastructure provisioning across Oracle Cloud, AWS, and Azure.
- Hands-on experience with end-to-end infrastructure design and operations on major cloud platforms (OCI, AWS, and Azure).
- Trained and experienced with enterprise firewalls: FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, and Check Point.
- Trained on load balancers and WAFs, including A10 and F5.
- Successfully troubleshot production outages, reducing downtime by nearly 90%.
- Provided onsite support to ensure the successful go-live of multiple mission-critical applications for a major bank in Abu Dhabi.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Planned and implemented projects, ensuring delivery in line with quality standards and timelines.
- Experienced in designing and managing complex network architectures.
- Proficient in using ticketing systems, as well as monitoring and management tools.
- Demonstrated ability to engage with clients, understand requirements, and build strong working relationships.
- Highly self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership.
- Proven ability to deliver within deadlines, and meet agreed targets.
- Experienced with Oracle GenAI, I have delivered an internal project that enabled Natural Language Query capability in the Oracle E-Business Suite.
- Hands-on experience with Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC), Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse (ADW), and Data Transforms, building a unified data platform where data from multiple sources is consolidated into a single data warehouse, and visualized through OAC dashboards.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Used metrics to monitor application and infrastructure performance.
- Reduced server downtime by proactively monitoring cloud resources and addressing potential issues before they escalated.
- Identified, analyzed and resolved infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issues.
- Assisted in migration projects from on-premises data centers to cloud environments, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Enhanced cloud infrastructure efficiency by implementing advanced automation techniques and tools.
- Worked with teams of talented software engineers to define, build and maintain cloud infrastructure.
- Managed disaster recovery plans and procedures, enabling rapid system restoration during unexpected outages or failures.
- Designed and executed effective cloud backup strategies, safeguarding critical data against loss.
Skillmine Technology Consulting Private Limited
Network Engineer
10.2023 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Performed day-to-day firewall configurations on FortiGate, Palo Alto, Check Point, and Cisco ASA.
- Configured VIPs, backend pools, health probes, headers, and certificates on load balancers, such as F5 and A10.
- Gained hands-on training in hyperscale cloud networking across Azure, AWS, and OCI.
- Trained in Azure Networking, including Virtual Networks (peering, service/private endpoints, NSGs, UDRs), VPNs (Site-to-Site and Point-to-Site), Load Balancers, ExpressRoute, Application Gateway (WAF), CDN, Traffic Manager, Azure Firewall, DDoS Protection, DNS, Azure Virtual WAN, Front Door, Azure Bastion, NVA, Network Watcher, and Virtual Machines.
- Trained in Terraform for infrastructure provisioning across Oracle Cloud, AWS, and Azure.
- Possess end-to-end experience in designing and managing complete infrastructure on major cloud platforms, including Oracle, AWS, and Azure.
Cloud4C Services Private Limited
Associate Engineer
07.2022 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Hands-on experience with load balancers and WAFs, including A10 and F5.
- Worked extensively on firewalls such as FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, and Check Point.
- Experience with network switches from Dell and Cisco.
- Configured and utilized the SNMP protocol for network device monitoring.
- Strong understanding and practical exposure to Network Monitoring Systems (NMS) for performance monitoring and analysis of network devices.
- Experience with hyperscale cloud networking across Azure, AWS, and OCI.
- Worked on Azure Networking, including Virtual Networks (peering, service/private endpoints, NSGs, UDRs), VPNs (Site-to-Site and Point-to-Site), Load Balancers, ExpressRoute, Application Gateway (WAF), CDN, Traffic Manager, Azure Firewall, DDoS Protection, DNS, Azure Virtual WAN, Front Door, Azure Bastion, NVA, Network Watcher, and Virtual Machines.
- Demonstrated strong communication and presentation skills.
- Planned and executed in-depth technical activities, influencing solution direction, and providing technical guidance to team members.
- Investigated and assisted in resolving customer network and IT infrastructure issues using established troubleshooting methodologies.
- Managed support cases to ensure rapid resolution, and consistently exceed customer expectations.
- Ensured accurate case documentation and timely closure using the company’s ticket management system, in line with agreed SLAs.
- Leveraged the central document repository to promote knowledge sharing and best practices across the team.
- I took ownership of, and supported, ad-hoc projects to enhance the capabilities of the Service Centre.
- Actively supported team knowledge sharing through knowledge base articles, emails, how-to guides, and team meetings.
- Ensured SLA and KPI compliance for all assigned tickets.
- Adhered to defined escalation procedures, policies, and operational standards.
- Maintained accurate and timely records for Service Requests, Incidents, Problems, and Knowledge Management in compliance with SLAs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement engineering projects on time and within budget.
- Enhanced product reliability through thorough testing, quality control measures, and regular maintenance.
Cloud4C Services Private Limited
Intern
04.2022 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
Certifications
Certifications
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Certified Network Professional - 318485417OCI25NWOCP
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Certified Security Professional - 318485417OCIS2025CP
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Certified GenAI Professional - 318485417OCI25GAIOCP
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsCareer advancementEducation
B V Raju Institute of TechnologyHyderabad, India
Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineer
07.2017 - 07.2021
University Overview
Sri Chaitanya Junior CollegeHyderabad, India
Associate of Science from Maths, Physics and Chemistry
06.2015 - 04.2017
University Overview
RBVRR High SchoolNizamabad, Telangana
High School Diploma
06.2014 - 04.2015
University Overview
Skills
Technical troubleshooting
Timeline
Cloud Network Engineer
NotionAce Solutions Private Limited
04.2024 - Current
Network Engineer
Skillmine Technology Consulting Private Limited
10.2023 - 04.2024
Associate Engineer
Cloud4C Services Private Limited
07.2022 - 10.2023
Intern
Cloud4C Services Private Limited
04.2022 - 06.2022
B V Raju Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineer
07.2017 - 07.2021
Sri Chaitanya Junior College
Associate of Science from Maths, Physics and Chemistry
06.2015 - 04.2017
RBVRR High School
High School Diploma
06.2014 - 04.2015
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Telugu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)