Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
International Experiences
Leadership and Volunteer
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Dhruv Garg

Germantown,MD

Summary

Technical Systems Engineer with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a minor in Cybersecurity, specializing in network architecture, IT infrastructure, and system automation. Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and act as a trusted technical advisor. Strong experience with network protocols, Python, and Linux systems. Demonstrated ability to meet security screening requirements and manage complex technical projects.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Systems Engineer II

Hughes Network Systems – An EchoStar Company
02.2022 - Current
  • Acted as a trusted technical advisor for key stakeholders, including IT executives and engineers, providing expert guidance on network architecture and system upgrades
  • Utilized expertise in TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and other network protocols to implement architecture upgrades, reducing downtime by 30% and increasing network speed by 20%
  • Managed cross-functional projects, collaborating with the Sales team to assess customer requirements and design technical solutions, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and successful project delivery
  • Led product demonstrations and delivered presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences, showcasing network solutions and system capabilities
  • Led and managed the Network Management Systems (NMS) team for the Jupiter3 GEO satellite project, coordinating the development and implementation of the network architecture
  • Oversaw all technical aspects, ensuring successful deployment and efficient operation, resulting in a 30% increase in system efficiency
  • Managed cross-team projects, ensuring successful collaboration across various departments.
  • Developed and automated scripts using Python and shell/bash scripting to enhance system management, reducing manual workload by 50%
  • Managed overall system health and performance for Jupiter systems, achieving a 25% decrease in system downtime through effective monitoring and maintenance
  • Ensured compliance with security screening requirements, demonstrating the ability to meet stringent background check standards.

SIM Swap Authentication Application

Penn State
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Developed a dual-functioning app using Java language for the graphical user interface with Android Studios to simulate the 2FA authentication to emulate security measures taken when a user activates a new phone with a new SIM and demonstrate network security using security models and running various methods to troubleshoot using TCP/IP and other network architectures.

File Systems Implementation (C Language)

Penn State
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Created and extended a user-space device driver for 15+ remotely connected cloud devices
  • The driver was designed to implement UNIX file operations such as open, read, write, close, etc.

Football Game Online Database Management System (SQL, HTML CSS, PHP)

Penn State
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Created a relational database in MySQL server to store and manage data for 10+ related entities.
  • Performed schema normalization on the database, reducing redundancy by 30%.
  • Implemented the front end using HTML and CSS, enhancing user interface and experience.
  • Developed the back end with PHP, ensuring seamless data processing and interaction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
12.2021

Skills

  • Python
  • C/C
  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • Verilog
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
  • Linux Kernel
  • Linux System Administration
  • REST APIs
  • CI/CD (Jenkins, Bitbucket)
  • MongoDB
  • VMWare
  • YAML
  • AppDynamics
  • JIRA
  • Big Data
  • TCP/IP
  • TLS
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • NAT
  • VLANs
  • L2 devices
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Application testing
  • Switches and routers
  • System Testing
  • Firewalls
  • IT Infrastructure
  • Technical Analysis
  • Client service and support
  • Excellent Communication

International Experiences

Penn State Abroad, EMIG Summer School, Germany, 05/2019, 07/2019

Received a travel grant for exceptional verbal and presentation skills to represent Penn State; completed a study abroad summer program at Pforzheim University, focusing on Supply Chain and Automation, Robotics and Cyber Security, and German.

Leadership and Volunteer

Program Manager, J3 Project, Hughes Network Systems, Germantown, MD, 02/2022, Present

  • Led the Network Management Systems (NMS) team for the Jupiter3 GEO satellite project, coordinating the development and implementation of the network architecture. Oversaw all technical aspects, ensuring successful deployment and efficient operation, resulting in a 30% increase in system efficiency., Managed cross-team projects, ensuring successful collaboration across various departments.


Parents Program Ambassador, Penn State, 08/2019, 08/2021

  • Served as a student liaison between the Parents Program office and Penn State parents and families. Assisted in routine office tasks and key parents and family programming throughout the year, enhancing various skills like time management, writing, and presentation skills.


Executive Board / Liaison Chair, Presidential Assistant, International Student Council, Penn State, 08/2019, 12/2021

  • Led the committee as the head and helped ISC with event programming, organization, and building connections. Acted as a liaison officer to communicate between ISC and different organizations at Penn State.


Executive Tutoring Chair, Eta Kappa Nu (HKN), Honors Society for EECS, Penn State, 03/2020, 12/2020

  • Assisted Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) major students with mentoring, counseling, and tutoring sessions in Digital electronics. Organized various speaker series and alumni hall of fame by interacting with HKN alumni, gaining valuable insights and knowledge relevant to the job description of a technical advisor and collaborator.

Timeline

Systems Engineer II

Hughes Network Systems – An EchoStar Company
02.2022 - Current

SIM Swap Authentication Application

Penn State
02.2021 - 05.2021

File Systems Implementation (C Language)

Penn State
08.2020 - 12.2020

Football Game Online Database Management System (SQL, HTML CSS, PHP)

Penn State
08.2020 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

The Pennsylvania State University
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