Vikaram Pratap

Senior Network Engineer & Architect

Specializing in Enterprise Network Design & Firewall Management

About Me

Senior Network Engineer and Architect with over 4 years of experience in designing, securing, and optimizing enterprise and ISP networks. I specialize in leading multi-vendor infrastructure projects, with a proven track record of reducing security incidents by 25% and automating critical workflows to cut manual intervention by 30%.

My expertise spans firewall management (Palo Alto, Fortigate, Sophos), network automation (Python, Ansible), and cloud networking (AWS, Azure), all with a focus on ensuring high availability and operational efficiency.

Experience

4+ Years

Projects

25+ Completed

Security

25% Reduction in Incidents

Automation

30% Reduction in Manual Work

Work Experience

August 2024 - Present
Senior Network Engineer / Architect
Jaze Networks
  • Designed and maintained scalable ISP management solutions for subscriber bases up to 250,000 users
  • Managed subscriber lifecycle operations including provisioning, billing, and policy enforcement
  • Led firewall configuration and network security initiatives with multi-vendor equipment
  • Developed and deployed custom NMS sensors for proactive real-time network monitoring
  • Automated critical workflows reducing manual intervention by 30%
August 2024 - August 2024
Freelance Network & Infrastructure Consultant
Anrako Teleservices Pvt Ltd
  • Designed and deployed a complete network infrastructure for a new office supporting 50 employees
  • Configured and managed Sophos firewalls and Windows Active Directory
  • Implemented a comprehensive Asset and Employee Management System
  • Integrated a Network Monitoring System for real-time performance monitoring
August 2023 - July 2024
Senior Network Engineer
Grover Infomedia Pvt Ltd
  • Architected resilient network infrastructures for clients like OnePlus, Realme, and Gilat Satellite
  • Integrated Sophos and Fortigate firewalls with Active Directory for centralized authentication
  • Reduced security incidents by 25% by engineering optimized firewall rules
  • Developed automation scripts (Python, PowerShell) to streamline network monitoring
May 2022 - July 2023
Hardware & Network Engineer
Indtel Infra Pvt Ltd
  • Managed design and expansion of ISP networks, focusing on throughput and latency improvements
  • Leveraged network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds and Nagios for real-time visibility
  • Led internal training on PPPoE, DHCP, and routing troubleshooting
January 2022 - April 2022
Cloud Network Intern
Neksoft Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd
  • Supported cloud network design and secure migration projects on AWS and Azure
  • Assisted with VPN setup, monitoring, and compliance auditing

Technical Skills

Networking

Network Architecture 3 years
Network Design 3 years
BGP/OSPF 2 years
Troubleshooting 4 years
Network Monitoring 4 years

Security

Palo Alto Networks 2 years
Fortigate 3 years
Sophos 3 years
IDS/IPS 3 years
Network Security 3 years

Automation & Systems

Python 1 year
Network Automation 2 years
Linux 4 years
Active Directory 3 years
Project Leadership 3 years

Education

Master of Computer Applications
Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology
November 2020 - May 2022
9.12 CGPA
Bachelor of Computer Application
College of Commerce Arts and Science Patna
October 2016 - December 2019
70%
12th Standard
S.S College Mehus Sheikhpura
2016
60.80% (PCM + CSc)
10th Standard
Gyan Bharti Model Residential Complex
2014
8.4 CGPA

Awards & Achievements

Workflow Automation & Efficiency Improvement
September 2024
Developed and deployed automation scripts for critical workflows, including CPE provisioning and billing renewals, reducing manual intervention and increasing operational efficiency by 30%.
End-to-End Infrastructure Deployment
August 2024
Led the design and deployment of a complete, end-to-end network infrastructure for a 50-employee office from the ground up, implementing Sophos firewalls, Windows AD DS, and real-time network monitoring.
Reduced Security Incidents by 25%
August 2023
Engineered optimized firewall rules and traffic inspection controls, successfully reducing security incidents across client networks by 25% during tenure at Grover Infomedia Pvt Ltd.

Projects & Papers

Analysis Of Cryptography in Communication System
January 2022
Research and analysis of cryptographic techniques used in modern communication systems, focusing on security protocols, encryption algorithms, and their implementation in network security.
Network Monitoring System Implementation
2023
Designed and implemented a comprehensive network monitoring system for real-time performance tracking, fault detection, and alerting to improve network uptime and reliability.
Multi-Vendor Firewall Integration
2024
Integrated Sophos and Fortigate firewalls with Active Directory for centralized authentication and enhanced network security across enterprise environments.

Get In Touch

Contact Information

Email

vikaram.pratap@rediffmail.com

Phone

+918527386205

Location

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306

Online Profile

https://www.vpnetworker.in

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