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Neelam C.

Jaipur, India

$20/hr
4.4
30 jobs

I aspire to contribute to an organization that recognizes my strengths, enhances my skills, and fosters professional growth in the field of networking. With around 10 years of experience in the IT industry, I bring expertise in networking, wireless technologies, security, and SD-WAN. As a versatile and adaptable professional with over a decade of experience in the private sector, I have extensive hands-on knowledge of routers, switches, firewalls, and a broad range of networking solutions. My technical proficiency covers Cisco Nexus Switches, Cisco Meraki devices, Cisco Wireless, Cisco Prime, Cisco WAAS, Aruba Wireless, Aruba ClearPass (CPPM), Aruba Central, Aruba Gateway, Palo Alto Firewalls, Panorama, Prisma SD-WAN, Fortinet products (FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiExtender, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiCloud), F5 BIG-IP, Silver Peak SD-WAN, Ubiquiti UniFi solutions, Cradlepoint, VMware Cloud, OpsRamp, MS Visio, ServiceNow, and various network-related projects. I am a dedicated, motivated, and adaptable professional with a positive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards. My ability to quickly grasp new technologies, communicate effectively, and take on challenges allows me to work independently or as part of a team. Technical Expertise Routing OSPF, EIGRP, eBGP, iBGP, VRF, Static & Dynamic Routing, Cisco Routers, Cisco Meraki Appliance, Cisco WAAS, Ubiquiti UniFi Gateway Switching VLANs, Port Security, Trunking (802.1q), EtherChannel, VTP, STP, MST, RSTP, PVST Inter-VLAN Routing, CEF, HSRP, VRRP, GLBP, PoE, SPAN, MAC Table, VSS, vPC, Flex-Link Cisco Catalyst & Nexus Switches, Cisco Meraki Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches Security Policy-based & Route-based VPN, AAA, ACLs, Cisco ASA, FortiGate, Palo Alto Firewalls, Sophos Firewalls Panorama, Aruba CPPM, Aruba Gateway, Cisco Meraki Firewall (L2/L3 Security), NAT, SD-WAN IP Source Tracking, OpenVPN, pfSense Firewall, UniFi Gateway Wireless Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC), Cisco Prime, Cisco DNA, Cisco Meraki, Aruba Central Aruba WLC, Aruba CPPM, WLAN, Cisco AP, Cisco Meraki AP, Aruba AP, Mist AP, UniFi AP Network Monitoring & Tools ServiceNow, OpsRamp, Remedy, JIRA, ScienceLogic, SolarWinds Certifications & Professional Qualifications Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist (ECMS) CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Managing Campus Networks with Aruba Central Cisco Meraki Network Associate (CMNA) Aruba Mobility Fundamentals Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) NSE 1/2/3/4 Network Security Associate Silver Peak Technical Sales Professional, Silver Peak SD-WAN Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Firewall Vendors: Cisco (Cisco ASA, Firepower, Meraki MX) Palo Alto Networks (PA-Series, Prisma Access, Panorama) Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer) Check Point (Quantum Security Gateway, Harmony) Sophos (XG Firewall, SG UTM) WatchGuard (Firebox Series) SonicWall (NSA, TZ Series) Juniper Networks (SRX Series) Barracuda (CloudGen Firewall) Zscaler (Cloud Security) Forcepoint (Next-Gen Firewall) Hillstone Networks (A-Series, X-Series) Huawei (USG Firewall) Sangfor (NGAF – Next-Gen Application Firewall) F5 Networks (BIG-IP Advanced Firewall) McAfee (Trellix) (Network Security Platform) Cyberoam (UTM Firewall) Netgate (pfSense) Ubiquiti (UniFi Security Gateway) DrayTek (Vigor Security Firewalls) Lancom (R&S Unified Firewalls) GajShield (Next-Gen Firewall) Versa Networks (SASE & SD-WAN) Cato Networks (SASE) Hillstone Networks (Next-Gen Firewall) OPNsense (Open-source Firewall) Clavister (Secure SD-WAN & Firewalls) ZYXEL (ATP, VPN, USG FLEX Firewalls) Perimeter 81 (Cloud Firewall & SASE) Networking Vendors Cisco (Catalyst, Nexus, ISR, ASR, Meraki) Aruba (HPE) (Aruba Central, ClearPass, Instant APs, Switches) Juniper Networks (EX, QFX, MX Series) Extreme Networks (Summit, VSP, Fabric) Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) (FlexNetwork, Aruba Switches) Brocade (Now Broadcom) (ICX, MLX Series) Ubiquiti (UniFi Switches, Dream Machine, EdgeMax) MikroTik (RouterBOARD, Cloud Core Router, Switches) Dell EMC Networking (PowerSwitch, VxRail) TP-Link (Omada, JetStream Switches) Huawei (CloudEngine Switches, NetEngine) Netgear (ProSAFE Switches, Orbi, Insight Managed) Nokia Networks (Service Routers, AirScale) Zyxel Networks (Nebula, GS Switches) Ruckus Networks (CommScope) (ICX Switches, SmartZone) Ciena (Blue Planet, Adaptive Networks) Broadcom (StrataXGS Switches, Tomahawk) Arista Networks (CloudVision, EOS Switches) Radware (Alteon Application Switches) Cradlepoint (NetCloud SD-WAN, Wireless Routers) Silver Peak (HPE) (SD-WAN EdgeConnec Silver Peak (HPE) (SD-WAN EdgeConnect) Cato Networks (SASE & SD-WAN) Versa Networks (SD-WAN, Secure Networking) With my extensive experience and deep technical expertise, I am confident in my ability to deliver effective networking, security, and cloud solutions while continuously adapting to new technologies and industry trends.

  • Network Engineering
  • Computer Network
  • Cisco Router
  • Cisco
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Cisco Meraki
  • Aruba
  • Network Administration
  • Network Security
  • Fortinet
  • Palo Alto Firewalls
  • Engineering & Architecture
  • SonicWall
  • UniFi
  • Ubiquiti
Parvej K.

Bangalore, India

$50/hr
5.0
17 jobs

Hi, I'm a dedicated Cisco Certified Network Engineer with CCNA and CCNP certifications, specializing in designing, implementing, optimizing, and troubleshooting robust enterprise and SMB networks.With hands-on experience in Cisco routing and switching technologies, I help businesses build secure, scalable, and high-performance network infrastructures that minimize downtime and support business growth. Whether you need a new network deployment, migration to SD-WAN, firewall configuration, VPN setup, or ongoing network support, I deliver reliable solutions tailored to your requirements.What I Offer:Network Design & Implementation: LAN/WAN/MAN design, VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, STP, EtherChannel, and advanced routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) Cisco Infrastructure: Configuration and management of Cisco routers, switches (Catalyst, Nexus), wireless controllers (WLC), and Meraki devices Security & Firewalls: Cisco ASA, Firepower, ACLs, VPN (Site-to-Site & Remote Access), and network security best practices Troubleshooting & Optimization: Rapid diagnosis and resolution of complex network issues, performance tuning, and QoS implementation Automation & Monitoring: Basic network automation with Python and Ansible, plus tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, and Cisco DNA Center I am passionate about delivering zero-downtime migrations, enhancing network security, and reducing operational costs through efficient designs. Previous projects include full network overhauls that improved uptime to 99.99% and reduced latency significantly.I'm available for short-term gigs, long-term support contracts, or one-time consulting projects. Let's discuss how I can help strengthen your network infrastructure — feel free to message me with your requirements!Certifications:Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Enterprise Key Skills: Cisco CCNA, CCNP, Routing & Switching, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLAN, VPN, Firewall, Network Security, SD-WAN, Packet Tracer, GNS3, Wireshark

  • Network Engineering
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Network Administration
  • Network Design
  • VPN
  • Cisco WLC
  • Cisco Meraki
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional
  • Palo Alto Firewalls
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
  • Multiprotocol BGP
  • Router
  • Multiprotocol Label Switching
  • Firewall
  • Routing
Nitinkumar B.

Surat, India

$49/hr
4.8
29 jobs

cPanel, Plesk, AWS, GCP, CCNP, CCNA, RHCE, MCSE, MCSA, MCTS, MCP, CCNSP, JNCIA, PCI DSS, SG BOX certified. Committee Member - IT and Communication Infrastructure and Cyber Security - The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry I am a DevOps, Network, System and Security Expert, and Email Deliverability Specialist having 15 years of professional experience, where my responsibilities range from managing people, processes, projects, and operations. I am working in DevOps, SecOps, InfraOps, and NetOps. I have developed product development and security management processes of the DevOps life cycle. Along with it, if a customer project needs any development in PHP, ReactJS, NodeJS, or Python, I have my team of experts who can do the job at a reasonable price point. I will be working as a single point of contact for my clients in terms of ownership of the project and responsible for the delivery as per client needs. I have solid work experience being an interface between Dev., QA, PSG, O&M, and Support Team, working with different product integration like E3ME, PeerApp, Vuze, BNG, EliteAAA, EliteSMP, EliteEMS, EliteAC, 24online SMS & HIA, Mautic, Postal, MailWizz, cPanel, Virtualmin, Plesk, Centreon, Nagios, Jenkins, Github, Gitlab, JIRA, MSP, which caters well-established enterprises, start-ups, telecom and hospitality segments. My core competencies are understanding customer requirements and designing solutions for clients on AWS, GCP, Digital Ocean, or Azure based on the standard architecture of protocols and services. My primary interest is learning new things and transferring knowledge to build strong technical and leadership teams. Specialties: Email Deliverability, Network Security(Cisco, Juniper, D-Link, 3Com, HP, Fortigate, Checkpoint, Pfsense, Mikrotik), System Security(Microsoft and Linux) Engineering, Virtualization, Technical Analysis, IDS/IPS (Redware / Arbor), Technical Troubleshooting & Security Hardening, R&D

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Firewall
  • Amazon Web Services
  • DevOps
  • Red Hat Certified Engineer
  • Linux
  • Email Deliverability
  • System Security
  • System Monitoring
  • Technical Support
  • Information Security
  • System Administration
  • Network Administration
  • Kubernetes
Apurv B.

Indore, India

$12/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Hi I am a CCNA Certified Network Engineer with more than 5 years of professional experience in handling networks both in-house as well as on remote support . I can help you regarding logical/physical network design, devices configuration, assist you in Lab exercises (packet tracer). Well versed in End-to-End Network Setup for any environments. Network Certifications: CCNA Routing & Switching no: CSCO13148074, Microsoft Certified Professional no:15789620. Devices Worked on: Cisco Hand on Exp : -Routers : 1800,3600,7200, etc. -Switches : 3500,3700,4500, Nortel 4548 GT Switches , Sophos XG 210 Firewall, Sophos Cyberom Frewall. Technical Skills: VTP, STP, VLAN, MPLS, BGP, OSPF. Network Diagramming: Visio 2003, 2010 Servers: LAMP,Mail Server (Zimbra),VOIP Server(Aestrisk). -Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group/Domain Security Policy -Responsible for maintaining and monitoring performance of network. -Provide first-level technical support; assisting users who have network problems. -Deliver support for Remote Access VPN and troubleshooting when necessary -Support and provide solutions for network failures, making recommendations for possible fixes. -Network Design & Network Management.

  • Cisco Router
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Windows Server
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • OSPF
  • Virtual LAN
  • Mail Server Implementation
  • Windows Administration
  • LAMP Stack
  • Asterisk
Ishan S.

Noida, India

$8/hr
4.9
2 jobs

I’m a Network and Security Engineer with 4+ years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex enterprise networks. My journey includes deep technical expertise, sharp problem-solving skills, and a passion for keeping infrastructure secure, scalable, and efficient. What I Bring to the Table: • Deep experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Juniper devices • Network architecture and migration planning (Data Center, WAN, LAN, VPN, Cloud) • Firewall setup, policy optimization, and incident response • 24x7 Network Operations Center (NOC) monitoring and alerts • Network performance tuning and root cause analysis • Secure remote access solutions (IPSec, SSL VPNs, Zero Trust) • Familiarity with tools like SolarWinds, Wireshark, PRTG, Service Now, Jira and Zabbix • Data pipeline development and optimization using tools like Apache Airflow, Spark, and Kafka • Experience in building and maintaining ETL/ELT workflows for high-volume data ingestion, transformation, and storage • Hands-on with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra) • Cloud-based data engineering on AWS, Azure, or GCP (S3, Redshift, BigQuery, Data Factory, etc.) • Data security and governance practices ensuring compliance with standards (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2) • Automation and scripting for infrastructure and data workflows using Python, Bash, and SQL Let’s connect and discuss how we can support your business!

  • Cisco Router
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • Cisco Meraki
  • Cisco WLC
  • Cisco Firepower Threat Defense
  • Firewall
  • FortiGate Firewall
  • Palo Alto Firewalls
  • Troubleshooting
  • Cisco ASA
  • ServiceNow
  • Jira
Ravi Kant S.

Mohali, India

$35/hr
4.7
4 jobs

With 10+ years in network infrastructure and security, I help businesses resolve the issues that stop daily operations: failed VPNs, blocked firewall traffic, unstable branches, cloud connectivity and VoIP/SIP problems. My focus is simple: find the actual root cause, restore services with minimum disruption, and avoid risky trial-and-error changes on a live network. I have supported enterprise, government, data centre and multi-site business networks using Fortinet, Cisco and other leading firewall platforms, with hybrid connectivity across AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud. My "Zero-Risk" Methodology Many engineers rely on "guess and check" troubleshooting. I don't. I never make blind changes on a live production network. Before altering your setup, I map your current design, analyze your routing, and review firewall policies. I always pull backups, engineer a rollback plan, and execute controlled, fully documented changes. My goal is permanent stability, not temporary patches. Core Expertise & Outcomes Delivered: Firewall & Threat Management: FortiGate, Cisco, UniFi, and MikroTik. (Comprehensive policy audits, legacy rule cleanup, and strict hardening). Complex VPN Troubleshooting: Site-to-Site, Remote-Access, IPsec, and SSL VPNs. If your tunnel is unstable or failing, I will stabilize it. Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure: AWS (VPC, Security Groups), Microsoft Azure (VNet, VPN Gateway, NSG), and Google Cloud. I build secure, seamless office-to-cloud and cloud-to-cloud bridges. VoIP/SIP Optimization: Resolving SIP registration failures, NAT traversal bugs, one-way audio, and call drops using precise QoS, Voice VLANs, and Cisco CUBE support. Advanced Routing & Switching: SD-WAN deployments, dual-ISP failover, VLANs, and comprehensive LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi troubleshooting. How We Can Partner: Emergency Troubleshooting: Rapid isolation and resolution of critical connectivity, routing, or security failures affecting your users. Network Health & Security Audits: Deep-dive reviews to identify vulnerabilities, clean up messy configurations, and provide actionable security roadmaps. Infrastructure Setups & Migrations: End-to-end planning for new branch offices, secure remote work environments, and physical security networks (CCTV/Biometrics). Retained Network Support: Dependable, on-demand escalation support for internal IT teams, MSPs, software companies, and business owners. My core technical experience includes: • FortiGate configuration, migration and troubleshooting • Cisco routers, switches, Firewall, Firepower, Voice Gateway and CUBE • Fortigate, Fortinet, Mikrotik, • IPsec, SSL and remote-access VPNs • Site-to-site VPN and multi-site connectivity • SD-WAN, dual-ISP failover and policy-based routing • VLANs, routing, NAT, DHCP, DNS and LAN/WAN troubleshooting • Firewall policy review, cleanup and security hardening • Wi-Fi, office connectivity and branch network support • AWS VPC, routing, security groups, VPN and hybrid access • Azure VNet, NSG, VPN Gateway, peering and hybrid connectivity • Google Cloud VPC, firewall rules, VPN and network access • SIP, NAT traversal, RTP, one-way audio and call-drop issues • Voice VLANs, QoS and firewall policies for voice traffic • Network diagrams, documentation and handover notes Where access permits, I take a backup, confirm the rollback plan, make controlled changes, test the traffic flow and document the result. This is especially important on production firewalls, remote branches, VPN tunnels and voice networks, where one quick change can affect another service. Let’s Secure Your Network Whether you need a one-time emergency fix, a comprehensive security audit, or ongoing support, I am here to help. Please share: Your primary firewall/hardware vendor and model. The exact issue or project scope (and any recent changes made). The number of sites or users affected. Once I understand your exact setup and the business impact, I will provide a clear, safe plan of action to get your network running flawlessly.

  • Cisco
  • Network Security
  • Firewall
  • Fortinet
  • VPN
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Cisco ASA
  • Cisco Firepower Threat Defense
  • Routing
  • LAN Administration
  • WAN Optimization
  • Wireless Network Implementation
  • Cloud Security
  • Security Testing
  • Network Architecture
  • Network Administration
  • Information Security Audit
  • Troubleshooting

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