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Ashish Deep

Ottawa,Canada

Summary

Dynamic TAC Engineer at Fortinet with expertise in network troubleshooting and firewall configuration. Proven track record of reducing client downtime by swiftly resolving complex network issues. Adept at managing customer expectations and creating technical documentation, ensuring exceptional customer service and satisfaction. Skilled in IPSec implementation and cloud networking.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

TAC Engineer

Fortinet
08.2022 - Current
  • Troubleshoot wide range of issue on Fortinet's Flagship product Fortigate both on premise and in cloud environment (AWS, Azure) such as IPSEC, SSLVPN, LDAP, Radius, SAML and routing issues which includes routing over BGP using debug tools and wireshark packet captures
  • Providing direct technical web and telephone support to Fortinet customers including troubleshooting and configuration of the FortiGate firewall appliance, working on complex network topologies, requiring in-depth understanding of networking technologies, including routing/switching, IPSec, BGP, OSPF, SD-WAN, VxLAN, Packet Inspection, etc.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by swiftly identifying and resolving network problems.
  • Managing customer communications and expectations through the ticketing system.
  • Creating knowledge based articles for customers and internal employee training.
  • Collecting, analyzing and changing recommendations of configuration and customer network information.
  • Reproduction of customer environments on lab equipment.

Network Engineer

Interdynamix
Edmonton, AB
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Complete Cisco Meraki/Palo alto/Aruba network architecture for more than 300 locations across Canada and US
  • Deployed Palo Alto firewalls managed through Panorama deployed in AWS cloud as Management tool and log collector across more than 100 sites
  • Architected and deployed Meraki Firewalls Mx64,67,84,250's, Meraki switches, Meraki Access points, templates in Meraki, Aruba switches and Access points, Fortinet Access points, Fortinet Firewalls, Extreme cloud Access points
  • Defined upgrade policies for firewalls, switches and access point's and defined security baseline policies for end users
  • Deployed internal monitoring tools Libre NMS and Observium for cannabis clients
  • Analyzed current Kings University wireless network and built heat maps of their existing network using Netspot and Aruba tools
  • Did complete Aruba central deployment and built controller templates for new AP's
  • Tested all SSID's from new AP's

Technical Support Representative

Shaw Communications
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Provided remote assistance to customers experiencing technical difficulties, guiding them through step-by-step resolutions with patience and professionalism.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate technical support for various software and hardware issues.
  • Booking appointments for the customer with the technicians
  • Helping customer with the internet signal issues
  • Assisting customers with their billing inquiries.


Technical Support Advisor

24-7 Intouch
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Resolved hardware and software issues for improved device performance and functionality.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient technical support for Apple products.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests to identify and address technical problems accurately and efficiently.
  • Installed software updates to optimize device performance and security measures.
  • Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and technological advancements through continuous learning opportunities.
  • Implemented data backup strategies before initiating any repair work, safeguarding customer information from potential losses or corruption incidents.

Supervisor

FATBURGER Restaurant
05.2017 - 12.2019
  • Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications

Call Center Representative

NRG Research Group
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Conducting surveys using interview questionnaire by making phone calls
  • Used to collect factual data, information, or to ask questions in order to understand people's opinions, preferences, beliefs or desires
  • Analyzing and interpreting graphical data
  • Excellent communication, negotiating and presentation skills

Internship Student

Huawei
01.2015 - 08.2015


Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk-side support services

• Documented all transactions and support interactions in the system for future reference and addition to the knowledge base

• Installed, configured and patched user hardware and software • Provided detailed technical documentation, including network diagrams, process flow charts and procedural guidelines

• Administered and prepared programs for IP addresses, developed network resources and trained support personnel to provide Tier I support to end users

Installed, modified and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.



Education

Post graduate Diploma - Engineering Technology Management

Red River College of Applied Arts, Technology
Winnipeg
05-2017

Post Graduate Certificate - Wireless Network Infrastructure

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener
01-2016

Bachelors of Technology - Electronics And Communications

Punjab Technical University
India
07-2015

Skills

  • Network troubleshooting
  • Firewall configuration
  • IPSec implementation
  • Cloud networking
  • Routing protocols
  • Technical documentation
  • Ticket management
  • Network analysis
  • Customer service
  • Hardware diagnostics
  • Storage area networks
  • VPN configuration
  • Load balancing
  • Network monitoring
  • VoIP systems
  • Switching technologies
  • Security protocols
  • QoS implementation
  • LAN and WAN infrastructure

Certification

  • CCNA(Routing&Switching)
  • MCSA SERVER 2016
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • AWS Solution Architect Associate
  • PCNSA (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security)
  • CISCO SMB( Small Business Technical Overview)
  • NSE 1,2,3,4,7,5

Timeline

TAC Engineer

Fortinet
08.2022 - Current

Network Engineer

Interdynamix
08.2021 - 06.2022

Technical Support Representative

Shaw Communications
06.2021 - 08.2021

Technical Support Advisor

24-7 Intouch
01.2021 - 04.2021

Supervisor

FATBURGER Restaurant
05.2017 - 12.2019

Call Center Representative

NRG Research Group
01.2017 - 06.2017

Internship Student

Huawei
01.2015 - 08.2015

Post graduate Diploma - Engineering Technology Management

Red River College of Applied Arts, Technology

Post Graduate Certificate - Wireless Network Infrastructure

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Bachelors of Technology - Electronics And Communications

Punjab Technical University
Ashish Deep