KRISHNA CHAVDA
Souderton,PA
Summary
Network Engineer with over 7 years of experience in designing, implementing, and securing complex network infrastructures. Expertise includes OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, AWS VPC, VPNs, and AWS security best practices. Proven track record in securing enterprise networks utilizing Cisco ASA, Palo Alto firewalls, and Fortinet solutions while managing AWS environments. Committed to enhancing cloud security skills to deliver scalable network solutions that meet compliance and risk mitigation standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Engineer /Network Security Engineer
Business Wire
07.2017 - 11.2024
- Ensured 99.9% uptime for global network operations across enterprise data centers and remote teams.
- Reduced network delays through optimized routing strategies with dynamic protocols.
- Implemented and managed IPsec VPNs across 15+ branch offices, ensuring secure, high-speed connections.
- Strengthened network security by implementing firewall rules and security policies.
- Optimized network performance through strategic deployment of AWS components.
- Enforced strict access control measures to achieve a 40% reduction in security incidents.
- Streamlined wireless infrastructure across 25+ worldwide facilities employing advanced tools like Cisco Meraki and Mojo Arista.
- Administered F5 and A10 load balancers, ensuring high availability and optimized traffic distribution.
- Increased security compliance by integrating Cisco ISE for NAC.
- Conducted vulnerability scans and remediation efforts to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
- Analyzed system logs from various sources to identify suspicious activities or patterns.
- Assisted with incident response processes by providing technical support during investigations.
- Coordinated external audits to ensure compliance with security policies.
- Implemented security patches and updates to maintain system integrity.
- Implemented network security measures, including VPNs, access control lists (ACLs), and firewalls to protect data and systems.
- Managed wireless networking setups, including access points placement and security configurations, to ensure robust mobile connectivity.
Network Engineer
Procepernce
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Optimized LAN/WAN performance, achieving a 30% improvement in network efficiency through QoS and traffic engineering.
- Managed IP addressing and subnetting, ensuring efficient network operation and connectivity.
- Met with departmental managers to discuss project status and determine action plans.
- Monitored network performance and troubleshooted any issues that arose.
- Installed software updates on servers, routers, firewalls, and other network devices.
Education
Master of Technology (M.Tech) - Digital Communication
CHARUSAT
Gujarat, India05.2014
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Electronics & Communication
BMCET
Gujarat, India05.2012
Skills
- Wireless communication design
- Load balancing strategies
- Cloud-based service integration
- Network security implementation
- Disaster recovery planning
- Firewall configuration and management
- Team collaboration and communication
- VPN implementation experience
Areas of Expertise
Network Infrastructure: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP,IPsec VPN, SD-WAN, LAN/WAN Design, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, VLANs, Routing & Switching. Wireless: Cisco Meraki, Arista, Mojo; Load Balancer: F5, A10, Radware; Monitoring and Automation: SolarWinds, Splunk, CloudFormation; Network Security, and Firewalls: FortiGate, Cisco ASA, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto (PAN-OS), NAC; Cloud Security and Networking: AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Security Groups, IAM, CloudTrail, CloudWatch Logs, CloudFormation
Certification
- AWS Certified Security - Specialty, 9c8aed12ac924d268cc5a681d4a81376
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWSS00730324
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Timeline
Network Engineer /Network Security Engineer
Business Wire
07.2017 - 11.2024
Network Engineer
Procepernce
02.2017 - 07.2017
Master of Technology (M.Tech) - Digital Communication
CHARUSAT
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Electronics & Communication
BMCET
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