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Venkata Rajesh Paidipala

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

I am a Network Engineer skilled in MPLS (L2VPN-VPLS, RSVP, IP/MPLS), OSPF, BGP, and IS-IS, with hands-on experience configuring Cisco ASR 903, TJ1400P, and FortiGate V7. Proficient in network automation using Python and monitoring tools like Wireshark and Spirent. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Information Technology, I am focused on expanding my expertise in network design, troubleshooting, and automation. Passionate about continuous learning, I aim to contribute to innovative technology solutions and business success

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Engineer_R&D_PE_PA

Tejas Networks
Bangalore, India
09.2022 - 12.2023
  • Conducted manual testing of Layer 3 (L3) protocols (VRRP, OSPF, BGP, RSVP-TE), ensuring correct configuration and performance in multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper).
  • Led testing efforts for MPLS, IPMPLS protocols, including RSVP-FRR and Co-routed, contributing to their successful integration into service provider networks.
  • Developed and validated test plans for OSPFv3, L2VPN, and VPLS across both enterprise and service provider releases.
  • Provided technical troubleshooting support to cross-functional teams, resolving network device and protocol-related issues.
  • Supported cross-functional teams with technical troubleshooting, guiding resolution of issues related to network devices and protocols
  • Tools: Spirent, Wireshark,Nmap,Ansible

Education

Master’s Degree - Information Technology

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
04-2025

Bachelor’s Degree - Electronics and Communications

KL University
Vijayawada
04-2022

Skills

  • Networking: OSI & TCP/IP, MPLS (L2VPN-VPLS, RSVP, RSVP-FRR, Co-routed), OSPF, BGP, IS-IS
  • Routing & Switching: E-LAN, E-LINE, VLAN, LACP, RSTP, IRB, VTP
  • Protocols: DNS, DHCP, SMTP, FTP, SSL/TLS, HTTP/HTTPS, AAA, LDAP, SAML
  • MPLS: IP/MPLS, MPLS VPN, Traffic Engineering (RSVP-TE), MPLS Fast Reroute
  • Automation: Python (network automation)
  • Devices & Tools: Cisco ASR 903, TJ1400P, FortiGate V7, Spirent, Wireshark, Nmap
  • Monitoring: SNMP, LLDP, SPAN, MPLS LSP monitoring

Extracurricular Activities

Student Peer Mentor, KL University College Anchor, Zrotriya 2019, Samyak Techno-Management Fest Member of College Cricket Team

Projects And Certifications

Low-Cost Satellite Earth Station: Developed an Earth station for tracking weather data from NOAA-19 Satellite using RTL-SDR.

Path Loss Analysis: Conducted MATLAB-based analysis comparing terrestrial and underwater communication systems., 

Cisco Certified in Introduction to IoT, Huawei Certified ICT Associate - AI, Huawei Certified Routing & Switching

Timeline

Engineer_R&D_PE_PA

Tejas Networks
09.2022 - 12.2023

Master’s Degree - Information Technology

University of Cincinnati

Bachelor’s Degree - Electronics and Communications

KL University
Venkata Rajesh Paidipala