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Vineeth Reddy

Austin

Summary

Senior Network Engineer with 8+ years of experience designing, deploying, and securing enterprise LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and multi-cloud environments. Specialized in Cisco SD-WAN, ACI, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and automation frameworks (Python, Ansible, Terraform). Proven success in leading data center migrations, SD-WAN rollouts for 500+ sites, and firewall transitions. Seeking to drive infrastructure resilience and automation for forward-thinking organizations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Network Engineer

Cisco
Remote
02.2024 - Current
  • Designed and deployed Cisco Viptela SD-WAN solutions across enterprise environments, including vManage, vSmart, vBond, and WAN Edge (vEdge/cEdge) for scalable, secure WAN connectivity.
  • Led SD-WAN deployments on Cisco ISR 1000 Series routers, enhancing application performance, dynamic path selection, and network resiliency.
  • Migrated legacy infrastructure to Cisco Nexus 9000, implementing MPLS VPNs and dynamic routing (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) using Ansible playbooks for consistent, automated deployments.
  • Configured and managed Cisco ACI fabric, including APIC controllers, spine-leaf switches, tenants, VRFs, bridge domains, contracts, and application profiles.
  • Integrated ACI with external L2/L3 domains using OSPF, BGP, and VXLAN EVPN overlays to support secure, multi-tenant data centers.
  • Performed IOS image upgrades on Cisco Catalyst and ISR routers/switches across enterprise environments, following change control and rollback procedures to ensure zero downtime.
  • Deployed Cisco SD-Access with Catalyst 9000 switches using DNA Center to enable secure segmentation and policy-based automation.
  • Performed rack-and-stack, firmware upgrades, cabling, and OOB management setup for new data center and campus deployments.
  • Managed Cisco Catalyst 4500, 9200, and 9300 series switches, configuring advanced Layer 2/3 features such as VLANs, HSRP, STP, port security, and QoS.
  • Migrated Palo Alto firewall infrastructure to Cisco ASA, implementing IPsec VPNs, NAT, ACLs, high availability (failover), and remote access VPNs.
  • Configured and supported Cisco ASA Firewalls for threat prevention, site-to-site VPNs, and security zoning across core and branch networks.
  • Handled daily service requests and incidents using ITSM tools such as ServiceNow and Jira, ensuring accurate ticket categorization, prioritization, and SLA compliance.
  • Responded to and resolved P1 and P2 incidents, including network outages, firewall issues, VPN failures, and critical service disruptions, coordinating with cross-functional teams for rapid resolution.
  • Provided 24x7 on-call support for enterprise Cisco infrastructure, including SD-WAN, ASA, ACI, and Catalyst platforms, responding to urgent network/system alerts, applying workarounds, and escalating to L3 or vendors as needed to ensure service continuity.
  • Deployed and maintained Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and Meraki MR APs, configuring SSIDs, WPA3, Layer 7 shaping, and seamless roaming.
  • Integrated AWS cloud networking with Cisco SD-WAN, enabling hybrid access via VPN tunnels, Transit Gateway, and Direct Connect.
  • Developed automation workflows using Python and Ansible for provisioning, device backups, and config changes across Cisco infrastructure.
  • Utilized Splunk, Wireshark, and iPerf to analyze network traffic, troubleshoot performance issues, and ensure service availability.
  • Administered Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), managing SIP trunking, phone provisioning, codec mismatches, and call routing.
  • Conducted wireless site surveys using Ekahau, optimizing RF coverage and minimizing interference in high-density environments.
  • Created detailed network topology diagrams and rack layouts using Visio and Lucidchart; documented SOPs, MOPs, and configuration guides.
  • Led maintenance window activities, including software upgrades, hardware replacements, and network migrations across enterprise and remote sites.

Senior Network Engineer

Austin Energy
Austin
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Deployed and managed VMware VeloCloud SD-WAN solutions, improving network performance, reliability, and scalability across multi-site enterprise environments.
  • Configured advanced traffic steering and dynamic path selection in VeloCloud SD-WAN for optimized application delivery and latency reduction.
  • Integrated VeloCloud SD-WAN with AWS Cloud platforms, ensuring seamless, secure connectivity for hybrid cloud workloads.
  • Managed VeloCloud Edge devices for high availability, compliance with security policies, and operational standards.
  • Configured and optimized Cisco ACI fabrics, including L2/L3 external connectivity using L3Outs, Routed External EPGs, and contract-based policy enforcement.
  • Monitored ACI health scores, logs, and fabric configuration for proactive fault management and drift detection.
  • Led migrations from Palo Alto 5050 firewalls to Cisco Firepower 9300 appliances, with throughput of up to 1.2 Tbps.
  • Monitored and analyzed firewall logs for OT environments to identify potential threats, unauthorized access attempts, and policy violations.
  • Deployed and configured Arista 7300, 7280, and 7500 series switches in data centers and cloud environments, improving bandwidth, and minimizing latency.
  • Integrated Arista CloudVision for centralized automation, telemetry, and change control across the switching fabric.
  • Installed, configured, and supported Juniper SRX firewalls, EX series, and QFX switches across enterprise branch, and data center environments.
  • Performed initial device setup, software upgrades, interface configuration, high availability (chassis clustering), NAT, VPNs, and security policies using Junos OS.
  • Configured BGP, OSPF, MLAG, VXLAN, and EVPN on Arista EOS for scalable Layer 2/3 fabric, and multitenant architectures.
  • Deployed and managed the AWS Transit Gateway for centralized routing between multiple VPCs and external networks.
  • Configured and managed SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor (NPM) for real-time monitoring of routers, switches, firewalls, and servers across multi-vendor environments.
  • Utilized the SolarWinds Orion Platform to monitor infrastructure health, bandwidth utilization, and application performance across distributed environments.
  • Integrated SolarWinds with ServiceNow for automated incident creation and resolution tracking.
  • Implemented and managed Arista CloudVision for centralized switch management, configuration automation, and network-wide monitoring.
  • Automated network operations using Ansible playbooks, Python scripting, integrated with SDN controllers, and Arista CloudVision.
  • Provided Level 2/3 support for incidents and service requests related to Zscaler deployments, including troubleshooting connectivity, performance, and policy enforcement issues.
  • Performed root cause analysis for system and network connectivity issues, leveraging Zscaler logs, packet captures, and diagnostic tools, including Zscaler Digital Experience (ZDX).
  • Documented DDI infrastructure, processes, and change management activities, ensuring accurate operational records, and audit readiness.
  • Delivered technical documentation for all network changes, upgrades, and operational processes.
  • Led firmware upgrades, clustering, and redundancy setups for Riverbed appliances to ensure high availability and seamless failover.
  • Provided L3 escalation support for diagnosing and resolving complex connectivity, latency, and data center performance issues.
  • Managed BGP sessions, route redistribution, and policy control on Nexus 1K/5K/7K and Cisco ASR series routers.
  • Collaborated in agile teams using Jira for sprint planning, backlog grooming, and issue tracking in network projects.
  • Led Meraki wireless deployments, site surveys, and Layer 7 traffic shaping implementations across distributed environments.
  • Deployed Cisco Meraki solutions (MX, MR, MS, MV series) across multiple enterprise locations for secure, cloud-managed, wired, and wireless networks.
  • Implemented Meraki APs across campuses, ensuring seamless roaming, high-density support, and traffic shaping.
  • Managed DHCP, DNS, and IP address allocation through Infoblox for enterprise infrastructure.
  • Configured Azure AD SAML authentication for Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions.

Senior Network Engineer

Advance Auto Parts/ ConnX Communications
Plainsboro
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Worked on 128T SD-WAN product - Providing technical suggestions to project management teams regarding new deployments. – (128t technology)
  • Deploying new network devices (Routers/Switches) and SDWAN customer edge routers. Configuring of SDWAN routers (Orchestrators/nodes) as per customer network design.
  • Involved site surveys and assessments to determine SD-WAN deployment.
  • Currently involved in the migration to Next Generation Network (NGSN) for a customer who has 5000+ locations.
  • Managing, configuring, deploying, automating, and troubleshooting F5 Big IP LTM and DNS (GTM) and Web Application Firewall.
  • Involved in complete LAN, WAN development (including IP address planning, designing, installation, configuration, testing, maintenance etc.).
  • Implementing Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking configurations required to enable load balancing. This includes interface and VLAN creation with enabling routing protocols and NAT configurations.
  • Implementation of new datacenter infrastructure by provisioning Cisco Catalyst switches, Nexus 9k, Juniper OFX switches and Juniper EX and MX series routers.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve network impairments impacting LTE/5G services.
  • Monitored KPIs for 4G/5G network elements, proactively addressing performance degradations and service-impacting issues.
  • Supported activation, integration, and commissioning of new 4G/5G sites and network elements.
  • Performed real-time DNS troubleshooting and updates for critical business applications, web services, and third-party integrations to minimize downtime.
  • Led the migration of legacy DNS/DHCP services to Infoblox appliances, including zone transfers, scope creation, and DHCP lease management with zero business impact.
  • Provisioned and managed IP subnets, reservations, and exclusions in IPAM, ensuring efficient IP space utilization across multi-site enterprise networks.
  • Integrated Infoblox DNS services with Active Directory environments for secure dynamic updates and forward/reverse lookup management.
  • Deployed and managed Silver Peak SD-WAN solutions across enterprise branch offices and multi-cloud environments, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity with intelligent path control and optimized traffic routing.
  • Implemented Silver Peak Unity EdgeConnect devices, using Dynamic Path Control for application optimization and seamless failover across MPLS, broadband, and LTE links.
  • Integrated Silver Peak SD-WAN with existing WAN infrastructure, enabling hybrid networking with multi-cloud connectivity AWS and improving application performance, reliability, and security.
  • Troubleshot AWS networking issues using tools like VPC Reachability Analyzer, CloudWatch Logs, and Flow Logs.
  • Configured application-aware routing policies using Silver Peak Orchestrator.
  • Created Virtual Routers in Palo Alto Firewalls using Hub Spoke architecture. Route redistribution concept is used to advertise routes with route filters on Hub.
  • Configured Firewalls with multiple virtual routers and assigned security zones to respective virtual routers.
  • High availability setup between two Palo Alto devices with Link monitoring enabled and testing in different conditions.
  • Designed and deployed Aruba WLAN solutions using Ekahau AI Pro & Sidekick for predictive surveys and post-deployment validation. Optimized RF performance, ensuring seamless roaming and minimal interference.
  • Managed cloud-based Aruba Central for remote monitoring, AI-driven analytics, and SD-Branch deployments with automated traffic steering and security policies.
  • Configured Aruba CX 6300/8400 switches with VSX, VSF, OSPF, BGP, and VXLAN. Automated provisioning using NetEdit and Python scripting.
  • Managed large-scale wireless deployments using Aruba AirWave (on-premises) and Aruba Central (cloud) for proactive network monitoring, AI-driven insights, and performance optimization.
  • Involved in OOB infrastructure setup and provisioning of Top of the rack switches, Power over ethernet switches, ZPE console setup, sPDU provisioning and wireless access point setup.
  • Troubleshooting wireless access issues and experience with configuring Cisco and Aruba wireless AP’s and WLC’s.
  • Configuring and troubleshooting routing protocols such as OSPF, iBGP and eBGP.
  • Managed the deployment and maintenance of GPON and EPON networks, enhancing network efficiency and reducing downtime.
  • Configuring Security policies, IPSEC VPN tunnels and NAT configurations on Juniper SRX Firewalls.
  • Automating daily operational activity and monitoring using python and shell scripting.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to handle sprint planning and resolve issues using Jira.
  • Troubleshooting Networking issues and application related issues during migrations using Wireshark, Splunk and TCP Dump.
  • Managed DHCP, DNS and IP address through Infoblox, and Admin for Internet sites access through Zscaler.
  • Worked on Azure AD SAML authentication for Zscaler authentication and AD group-based policies.
  • Automating daily operational activities using Ansible playbooks and pushing the changes using Ansible Tower.

Network Engineer

AT&T
India
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Managed and developed network projects designed to strengthen network continuity and deploy security elements to meet and exceed contract requirements, including system analysis & troubleshooting.
  • Involved in designing new temporary DR Datacenter SRX 3600 Firewall, QFX 10008, MX 960 Routers.
  • Implemented Active-Passive cluster setup between two Juniper SRX’s and Active-Active pair on Juniper MX 960 Routers.
  • Monitored and supported enterprise firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points, and other network devices to ensure infrastructure stability and performance.
  • Led end-to-end deployment of network infrastructure at new POP locations, including site readiness assessment, equipment staging, and implementation.
  • Configured core, distribution, and edge devices at POP sites, ensuring optimal traffic flow and seamless integration with backbone and CDN infrastructure.
  • Turned up new circuits and managed vendor coordination for fiber and transport services, troubleshooting out-of-service or degraded links.
  • Resolved network incidents based on the ticket management system (AOTS, Unified Desktop, Service Management tools), ensuring timely resolution and adherence to SLAs.
  • Provided daily operational support, maintenance, and monitoring of LAN and WAN infrastructure across 5 enterprise sites.
  • Utilized Cisco Prime Infrastructure for proactive LAN network monitoring, device health checks, and performance reporting.
  • Performed regular hardware and software checks on network devices, addressing performance issues and scheduling preventive maintenance.
  • Responded to real-time network alerts, hardware failures, and system availability events to minimize downtime and maintain service continuity.
  • Diagnosed, isolated, and resolved network connectivity errors, VLAN misconfigurations, and hardware faults.
  • Assisted and guided L1 engineers in resolving complex network-related issues, escalating to L3 teams when necessary.
  • Configured and managed VLANs, trunk ports, and firewall access control rules to support business and security requirements.
  • Coordinated with service providers including Bharti Airtel and Vodafone for WAN link issues, latency problems, and outage management.
  • Participated in the RMA process for faulty network hardware, managing vendor coordination and replacement activities.
  • Conducted root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring network issues and implemented corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Collaborated with L3 support teams and project stakeholders on data center migrations, network upgrades, and infrastructure improvement initiatives.
  • Created, updated, and maintained support documentation, operational SOPs, and network topology diagrams for internal use and audits.
  • Configured and troubleshooting HSRP, BGP, OSPF, DMVPN, MPLS WAN, QoS and Route Maps.
  • Created Route leaks and Route Filters to advertise routes between multiple virtual routing instances.
  • Designed IP Addressing schemes, VLANs and Switch port assignments, Ether-channel implementation.
  • Implemented, configured redundancy protocols VRRP, GLBP for Default Gateway Redundancy.
  • Implementing, configuring, and troubleshooting various routing protocols like OSPF, iBGP, eBGP on Cisco, Juniper Routers and Firewalls.
  • Configuration and Administration of Cisco and Juniper Routers and Switches.
  • Collaborating with level 3 technical teams supporting Network services.
  • Participation in technology projects across DC, network.
  • The creation and maintaining support & operational documentation.

Associate Network Engineer

IBM
India
07.2016 - 02.2019
  • Managing Red and Blue network environments at the client location, ensuring high availability and secure segmentation.
  • Day-to-day administration, monitoring, and operational support of client network devices including switches, routers, and firewalls.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving network issues based on the trouble ticket management process using tools like AOTS and Unified Desktop.
  • Replacing faulty network hardware components, optics, and cables when required to maintain uptime and redundancy.
  • Performed IOS upgrades and configuration backups/restorations on Cisco Catalyst switches and routers.
  • Hands-on experience with physical racking and stacking of network equipment, ensuring proper cable management and labeling for operational clarity.
  • Installed, organized, and managed structured cabling systems (copper and fiber) within network racks and data cabinets.
  • Worked and troubleshooted networking devices, Cisco VoIP phones (7940, 7941, 7942, 7800 series), and voice gateways.
  • Maintained daily backup reports from CDR and Avaya CMS servers to ensure voice infrastructure integrity.
  • Provided extended support for voice gateway failures, routing issues, and telecom escalations.
  • Regular collaboration with Cisco TAC, Juniper support teams, and service providers for escalations, RMA processing, and network changes.
  • Installed configuration files and maintained backup copies for network device configurations to support disaster recovery.
  • Investigated, diagnosed, and resolved all network problems, including hardware failures and cabling faults.
  • Liaised with vendors, service providers, and IT teams for problem resolution, capacity planning, and hardware upgrades.
  • Performed structured cabling tasks for new device rollouts and patch panel management, ensuring organized and redundant connections.
  • Executed cable testing, patch panel terminations, and labeling according to network standards and best practices.
  • Analyzed, identified, and resolved complex network hardware, cabling, and configuration issues.
  • Addressed port-related issues for IBM Network infrastructure and assisted in network provisioning requests.
  • Direct client and onsite team interaction for technical coordination, incident resolution, and change management activities.

Education

M.S - Computer and Information Science

Southern Arkansas University

Bachelor’ s - computer sciences

Marri Laxman Reddy Institute of technology
India

Skills

Networking Technologies

LAN/WAN Architecture, TCP/IP, VPN, VLAN, VTP, NAT, PAT, STP, RSTP, PVST, QOS, PfR, PoE, NTP, DHCP, MSTP, SD-WAN, SD Access, Fabric Path

Networking Hardware

Cisco Switches, Cisco Routers, ASA/Pix/Palo Alto/Fortinet/Juniper firewalls

Routing Protocols

OSPF, ISIS, EIGRP, RIP, MPLS, IS-IS, BGP, Multicasting

Security Technologies

PAP, CHAP, Cisco PIX, Blue Coat, Palo Alto, ASA, Fortinet, Checkpoint,Zscaler

Network Monitoring

SolarWinds, Wireshark, HRping, Whatsupgold, Infoblox

Operating Systems

Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000, LINUX, Cisco IOS, IOS XR, IOS-XE, NX-OS

Routers

1800, 2611, 2800, 3600, 3845, 3900,4300, 4400, 4500, ASR 1000X, 7206VXR,

Load Balancers

F5 Networks (BIG-IP), NetScaler (Citrix)

Capacity & performance

Cascade Riverbed (Flow Monitor), WAN Killer

Switches

CISCO 2960,3750,3850, CAT 9300, CAT9400, CAT 9500,4500,6500,6800 Nexus 7k,5k,2k

Juniper Platforms

ACX7000 Series, MX Series, CTP2056, EX Multigigabit Series, EX Multigigabit Series

Programming Languages

C, C, Perl, Power Shell, Python

Simulation Tools

GNS3, VMware, OPNET IT GURU, OPNET Modeler, Cadence

Firewalls

Juniper Net Screen (5200), Juniper SRX (240, 650, 3600, 5800), Pix (525, 535), ASA (5520,5550,5580), McAfee Web Gateway, Checkpoint, Palo Alto firewalls (7k, 5k, 2k)

AAA Architecture

TACACS, RADIUS, Cisco ACS

Features & Services

IOS and Features, HSRP, GLBP, VRRP, IPAM IRDP, NAT, SNMP, SYSLOG, NTP, DHCP, CDP, DNS, TFTP and FTP Management, Open Stack, IVR’s, HLD and LLD documents, Dell equal logics

Certification

  • Fortinet Network security Engineer 1,2 and 3
  • Juniper Session Smart SD-WAN and Juniper MIST AI Certification
  • Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Timeline

Senior Network Engineer

Cisco
02.2024 - Current

Senior Network Engineer

Austin Energy
02.2023 - 02.2024

Senior Network Engineer

Advance Auto Parts/ ConnX Communications
09.2021 - 12.2022

Network Engineer

AT&T
02.2019 - 08.2021

Associate Network Engineer

IBM
07.2016 - 02.2019

M.S - Computer and Information Science

Southern Arkansas University

Bachelor’ s - computer sciences

Marri Laxman Reddy Institute of technology

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