Yash Pambhar

Client: Orlando Health, Orlando FL.

• Conducted AP-on-a-Stick, predictive, and post-implementation wireless surveys using Ekahau Sidekick and Ekahau AI Pro. Performed in-depth wireless troubleshooting and issue resolution using tools such as WiFi Explorer, spectrum analyzers, and other RF diagnostic utilities.
• Configured, installed, and maintained Cisco Catalyst 9000 series switches (including 9300 and 9500 models), Nexus 9000 series data center switches, and ISR 4000 series routers, ensuring high availability, performance, and network scalability.
• Deployed, configured, and maintained Palo Alto Networks' next-generation firewalls, including the PA-3220 and PA-5250 models, for enterprise-level security. Managed centralized firewall policies and device groups through Panorama (version 10.x and 11.x), ensuring consistent policy enforcement, advanced threat prevention, and streamlined firmware management across distributed environments
• Configured and optimized dynamic routing protocols, including OSPF and BGP, for scalable enterprise networks. Implemented SD-WAN solutions with policy-based routing to ensure application-aware traffic steering, link redundancy, and performance optimization across multiple WAN links.

Client: Associated Springs

• Configured, deployed, and managed Fortinet security solutions, including FortiGate firewalls (models 40F, 60F, 100F, and 1800F), FortiSwitches (models 108E, 124F, 148F, and 424D), and advanced FortiAP series for secure and scalable wired/wireless infrastructure. Leveraged FortiManager for centralized policy and device lifecycle management, and FortiAnalyzer for in-depth traffic analytics, event correlation, and regulatory compliance reporting.

Client: DTCC.

• Architected and deployed a comprehensive Cisco wireless solution, including migration to Cisco C9800 series controllers, implementation of Catalyst 9130 access points, integration with Cisco Catalyst Center, and utilization of Cisco DNA Spaces for real-time location tracking and advanced analytics. Migrated from 5520 controllers to C9800.

Client: New Jersey Transit.

• Designed and Configured Aruba Wireless Solution. Configured sites, groups on Aruba central as per requirement.

Client: Outfront Media.

• Performed an AP on the stick survey to implement the Meraki Wireless Solution with Meraki switches and firewall. Configured WLAN, Meraki switches, and firewall using the Meraki cloud portal.

Client: Interstate Batteries of America.

• Implemented Azure cloud-based network using VNET, NSG, ASG, Firewall, Peering and also setup Azure security center aka Azure Defender from start to end.

Other Clients: Veeco, Goldman Sachs, Warner Bros, COOP financial, ATD, and more.

• Designed and implemented solutions to resolve customer-reported issues involving Azure networking components, including Virtual Network Gateways, NAT Gateways, and ExpressRoute, enabling secure cross-premises, and Azure-to-Azure connectivity. Diagnosed and resolved gateway setup, connection object configurations, and performance bottlenecks.
• Configured high availability for both Classic and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) deployment models, supporting IaaS virtual machines and PaaS role instances using Azure Internal Load Balancers (ILB) to ensure seamless access within virtual networks.
• Architected and supported software-based load balancing solutions, including Azure Traffic Manager, CDN, Front Door, Load Balancer, and Application Gateway, addressing both configuration and performance-related issues to optimize service delivery.
• Established secure hybrid connectivity using VPN technologies such as Site-to-Site, Point-to-Site, and ExpressRoute. Configured Private Link, Private Endpoints, and Service Endpoints for secure access to Azure resources from on-premises and across regions.
• Utilized advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting tools—including Network Monitor, iPerf, PsTools, Wireshark, and WinMTR—to perform trace analysis and deep debugging of network issues, driving resolution aligned with customer requirements.

• Designed and implemented complex routing and switching infrastructures, including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and VLAN trunking (802.1Q), across LAN and WAN environments for high availability and performance.
• Performed wireless predictive and post-deployment site surveys using Ekahau Sidekick and Ekahau Pro, including AP-on-a-stick surveys and heat map generation to ensure optimal RF coverage and connectivity.
• Configured and deployed Palo Alto firewalls, including policy rule optimization, GlobalProtect VPN, URL and data filtering, file blocking, and firewall migrations from ASA 5500 series using the PAN-OS Expedition tool.
• Architected and deployed Cisco Meraki cloud-managed networks, including wireless access points, switches, and security appliances; redesigned voice infrastructure using Polycom VoIP systems.
• Configured and managed Cisco Catalyst 3850 and 6500 Series switches, implementing VRRP, GLBP, STP, VLANs, port security, and QoS, using both CLI and GUI for Layer 2/3 network operations and high availability.

• Provided Level 1 and 2 support, maintaining, configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco routers, Catalyst switches, and related network hardware to ensure reliable connectivity.
• Executed LAN, VLAN, and VPN configurations while resolving network, software, and hardware issues to maintain seamless operations.
• Managed SharePoint systems, configured rules and policies, administered Active Directory, and delivered desktop support services.
• Installed and configured network devices including routers, switches, wireless access points, and WLAN controllers to support enterprise network infrastructure.
• Monitored network performance through proactive analysis and troubleshooting, conducting capacity planning and recommending design improvements aligned with business needs.

• Monitored network performance, conducted troubleshooting, and provided end-user support to maintain optimal connectivity and service quality.
• Developed and executed disaster recovery plans, managing daily backup and restoration processes to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Collaborated with cross-functional technical teams to ensure system compatibility and seamless network architecture implementation.
• Served as the primary support contact for test teams, providing expertise on network topology, architecture, and connectivity issues.
• Deployed, configured, troubleshot, and maintained Cisco ASA firewalls and VPNs, ensuring secure remote access and network protection.