Anvesh Veeramachineni
Farmers Branch,TX
Summary
Accomplished Network Engineer with extensive expertise in network architecture design and on-site management, driving infrastructure resilience through the strategic application of Cisco/Juniper IOS. Proven ability to enhance network performance and security while aligning initiatives with corporate objectives, facilitating optimal results within budgetary constraints. Demonstrates strong capabilities in troubleshooting critical issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing innovative strategies to fortify system security against cyber threats. A resourceful professional dedicated to managing multiple projects effectively while fostering strong client relationships and team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NETWORK ENGINEER II
7 Eleven
Dallas, TX
04.2022 - Current
- Responsible for performing a wide range of network building duties including Architecture, Implementation, installations, Troubleshooting and maintenances
- Implementing, managing, and optimizing the 7-Eleven network architecture infrastructure, including routers, switches, load balancers and wireless, in support of all data center, store, field office and cloud connectivity requirements
- Following company policies and procedures along with industry best practices to ensure the overall health, security, and scalability of the network infrastructure
- Working with 7-Eleven business units to understand their IT requirements
- Research existing technologies that align with business requirements and provide effective solutions based upon professional experience and industry best practices
- Working in collaboration with the Network Operations Manager to communicate and resolve both technical and support issues
- Producing engineering and implementation plans to support new initiatives as well as preparing reports and documentation on the existing network configuration as required
- Providing technical leadership including the mentoring of junior and senior staff and participating in 7x24x365 On-Call operations for network infrastructure
- Actively monitor, measure and report on the health and scalability of the network infrastructure
- Proactively communicating to management as network usage approaches design thresholds and take action to preempt service degradation, focusing on the highest network uptime
- Responsible for Cisco switches and routers; Juniper switches and routers, wireless controllers, Aruba VPNC’s and Switches
- Environment: Cisco Catalyst 9300/3560CX/4500/6500 Series Switches, Cisco 4000/4451 Series ISR’s and Cisco 3640/7200/3845/3600/2800 routers, Cisco ASR 1K Cisco Nexus 9k,7K,3k
- Juniper SRX 1400, 3400, 4100, 320, 240, 210 series
- Juniper Ex 3400, 2200 series
- Aruba VPNC’s and Switches
- ACL, RIP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, DMVPN, GRE, IPSEC, LAN, WAN, VPN, HSRP
IP NETWORK ENGINEER II
EVERGY
Kansas City, MO
07.2018 - 04.2022
- Facilitated collaboration during project Planning, Design, Implementation stages.
- Configured series of Catalyst switches, including models 9300, 9400, and 9500.
- Participated in the implementation phase of Cisco DNA architecture.
- Configured and resolved issues with EIGRP and IBGP protocols for DNA overlay routing.
- Managed Cisco DNA solutions including ISE, Prime, ESA, WSA and VPN implementations.
- Configured networking protocols within Cisco ISE environments.
- Deployed Cisco ISE to enable secure wired and wireless user authentication.
- Provided expertise by reviewing project plans and aligning with Cisco Validated Designs.
- Configured wireless LAN controllers and optimized network connectivity using Cisco's ruggedized industrial routers.
- Enhanced switch functionality by aligning with IOS standards on ISE compatibility matrix.
- Integrated Active Directory with Cisco ISE.
- Implemented TACACS+ configuration in Cisco ISE for Wired 802.1x AAA on Catalyst and Nexus platforms.
- Configured and managed network device additions adhering to Cisco ISE policies.
- Refreshed data center access layer utilizing Nexus 9k equipment.
- Utilized expertise in deploying Nexus 7K, Catalyst 3K, 9K alongside ASR 1K models.
- Managed documentation and technical support for Network systems during EMS Consolidation.
- Maintained compliance with NERC CIP V5 standards.
- Installed, configured, and connected Gigamon hardware such as HC2 and TA10's.
NETWORK ENGINEER
NATSOFT CORPORATION
Somerset, NJ
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Providing daily operational support and system administration for core network infrastructure
- Writing up accurate technical documentation
- Networking environment by designing system configuration, directing system installation, defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards
- Design and implementation of new solutions and improving resilience of the current environment
- Maximizing network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network outages, scheduling upgrades, and collaborating with network architects on network optimization
- Undertaking data network fault investigations in local and wide area environments, using information from multiple sources
- Securing network systems by establishing and enforcing policies and defining and monitoring access
- Support and administration of firewall environments in line with IT security policy
- Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
NETWORK ENGINEER
9TH NETWORKS
Somersworth, NH
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Responsible for maintaining and installing computer networks
- Working as part of a team and operating in a fast paced, changing, and challenging 24x7 environment
- Stage, Install and configure Extranet infrastructure devices
- Implement all patch cabling between Extranet devices and Intranet devices
- Extranet switch software or firmware upgrades
- Verify network connectivity and routing
- Firewall rule changes and access requests
- Conduct performance management analysis, review, and solutions (i.e., MRTG statistics, WAN bandwidth utilizations, SNMP traps, syslog messages etc.)
- Complete administrative tasks (i.e., Complete on call schedule)
- Design solutions for small office branch networks for routers and switch deployment along with wireless solutions
Education
Master of Science - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05.2017
Bachelor of Science - ELECTRONICS AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEERING
VNR VJIET
05.2015
Skills
- Infrastructure Design Expertise
- Data center networking
- Infrastructure solutions
- Cisco IOS mastery
- Routing protocols expertise
- Switching protocols
- Cisco wireless routers and switches
- Configuration management
- Network performance monitoring
- MPLS routers
- Software-defined networking
- Bandwidth utilization
- Root-cause analysis
- TACACS Security Implementation
- RADIUS Implementation Skills
- Forescout Expertise
- Network access control
- Virtual private networks
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Network hardware upgrades
- Circuit management
- IP address structure
- Quality of service management
- Continuous learning mindset
- Verbal and written communication
- Proactive and team player
- User support
Certification
CCNA, CISCO, CSCO13231875
Websites
Timeline
NETWORK ENGINEER II
7 Eleven
04.2022 - Current
IP NETWORK ENGINEER II
EVERGY
07.2018 - 04.2022
NETWORK ENGINEER
NATSOFT CORPORATION
10.2017 - 10.2018
NETWORK ENGINEER
9TH NETWORKS
07.2016 - 10.2017
Master of Science - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science - ELECTRONICS AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEERING
VNR VJIET