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SAIKIRAN T

Harrison,NJ

Summary

Master’s in Computer Science, with 4+ years of experience in networking infrastructure support and automation. Proficient in managing firewalls, routers, switches, and WAN devices, with strong knowledge of protocols like TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, and DHCP. Skilled in automating repeated tasks using Python and Shell, and experienced in troubleshooting, incident response, and network lifecycle support in high-availability environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Network Engineer/ IT

Ascension
Binghamton, New York
05.2024 - Current
  • Supported the deployment and configuration of network devices using protocols like BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and IPv4/IPv6 to maintain stable and scalable connectivity.
  • Troubleshot network issues, including CRC errors and interface failures, helping to reduce downtime and improve overall reliability.
  • Automated routine network tasks and access workflows using Python and Shell scripting, improving response times, and reducing manual work.
  • Collaborated with teams to resolve connectivity and access issues, while ensuring accurate documentation through the change management process.

Network Engineer

Haleon
Albany, New York
12.2022 - 02.2024
  • Supported troubleshooting of Layer 2/3 network issues in enterprise and service provider environments, using NMS tools to maintain performance and SLA compliance.
  • Contributed to wireless WAN deployments using Cradlepoint (4G/5G), improving network resilience and connectivity.
  • Participated in firmware and security updates, maintained compliance reports, and tracked changes in ServiceNow.
  • Helped manage firewall policies (Fortinet, Palo Alto via Panorama), and monitored segmentation using Prometheus and Grafana.
  • Used basic automation to streamline routine tasks and reduce manual errors in network operations.

Network Analyst

Accenture
Hyderabad , AP
06.2020 - 05.2022
  • Managed and maintained enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
  • Configured hybrid cloud connectivity with AWS Direct Connect and Azure ExpressRoute, providing secure and low-latency access between on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Administered LAN protocols (STP, RSTP, VRRP) to improve network resilience and redundancy, ensuring high availability across critical systems.
  • Developed and maintained network documentation, supported after-hours production network operations, and provided quick responses to critical events.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

New jersey institute of technology (NJIT)
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Kalasalingam University
04.2021

Skills

  • Programming and scripting: Python, Shell, Java, C
  • Networking technologies: Layer 1-3 (physical, data link, network), VLANs, routing and switching, stateful firewalls, NAT, and ACLs
  • Protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, DNS, DHCP
  • Infrastructure and tools: SNMP, NetFlow, ServiceNow, Cradle Point, 4G/5G WAN edge, Wireshark
  • Automation and monitoring: Network Automation via Python and Shell, Ansible
  • Cloud and virtualization (exposure): Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) concepts, cloud-scale networking
  • Security: firewall policy implementation, risk assessment, zero trust principles
  • Operating systems: Linux, Windows
  • Certifications: CCNA

Timeline

Network Engineer/ IT

Ascension
05.2024 - Current

Network Engineer

Haleon
12.2022 - 02.2024

Network Analyst

Accenture
06.2020 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Computer Science

New jersey institute of technology (NJIT)

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Kalasalingam University

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