OMKAR PAWAR

Network Engineer

• Job Details:Spearheaded a comprehensive Cisco infrastructure upgrade, focusing on optimizing performance through advanced routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP. Implemented and tested cutting-edge next-generation firewalls and intrusion prevention systems, resulting in a substantial 25% reduction in security incidents. Utilized SolarWinds for proactive network monitoring, contributing to a significant 30% decrease in downtime. Configured AWS security groups and network access control lists (ACLs) to control inbound and outbound traffic, enhancing the security posture of the cloud infrastructure. Implemented dynamic VLAN assignment protocols, such as VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), for flexible VLAN management. Led the planning and execution of a comprehensive data center migration, involving the relocation of critical servers and services to a new facility. Implemented a hybrid cloud solution, utilized AWS for scalable computing resources and redundancy, while maintaining on-premises servers for specific workloads. Utilized virtualization technologies, including VMware and Hyper-V, to consolidate and optimize server resources, reducing hardware footprint and operational costs by 30%. Experienced in working with static, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP routing protocols. Redesigned the network architecture to accommodate the migration, incorporating Cisco Nexus switches ensuring high speed connectivity between on-premises & cloud environments. Oversaw the migration of data storage systems, implementing SAN and NAS solutions, ensuring data accessibility and integrity during and after the migration process. Conducted capacity planning for DHCP services, ensuring that the DHCP infrastructure could handle the increased demand during the data center migration. Configured dynamic routing protocols over PPP links, such as OSPF or BGP, to exchange routing information and optimize the data center network. Conducted a thorough analysis of network requirements and designed VLAN structures to logically segment and organize network traffic efficiently.