MAYURAN MUTHULINGAM

• Designed scalable network architectures supporting diverse educational programs, enhancing accessibility and user experience.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define network requirements and specifications, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
• Created detailed design documents outlining new or modified network infrastructure components including physical layout diagrams, IP addressing schemes, access control lists.
• Evaluated network performance, implementing targeted improvements that optimized overall functionality.
• Developed security protocols to protect sensitive information across the institution.
• Analyzed emerging technologies to recommend upgrades and enhancements for networks.
• Effectively managed a variety of mission-critical network tasks, which included vulnerability and application patching, data backups and network configurations.
• Documented network configurations and processes for compliance and knowledge sharing.
• Addressed emergent issues and technical problems by assisting project planning staff with developing action plans and appropriate solutions.

• Conducted vulnerability assessments to identify security risks and weaknesses.
• Developed and maintained security protocols to protect information systems from external attack.
• Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing access control policies.
• Trained staff on security awareness and best practices for network safety.
• Investigated reports of unauthorized access attempts or suspected breaches of confidentiality.
• Implemented firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other network security measures to safeguard data.
• Documented all changes made within the network environment for future reference.
• Planned, engineered, and supported data center technology to provide protected and safe data storage.
• Provided effective resolutions to issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
• Kept flexible schedule and resolved after-hours and weekend emergencies quickly and accurately.
• Spearheaded server infrastructure development, quality control, staging, and production operations.
• Submitted recommendations regarding infrastructure overhauls.

• Designed network solutions for cloud core infrastructure integration.
• Configured routing protocols for optimized data traffic management.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery processes.
• Implemented security measures to protect cloud network integrity.
• Monitored network performance using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Developed and maintained core network services for cloud-based deployments.
• Tested applications deployed onto our public or private clouds for compatibility and functionality prior to deployment.
• Deployed patches and upgrades to maintain optimal security levels across all components of our company's public or private clouds.
• Worked closely with vendors to ensure that their products are compatible with our current setup of our company's cloud based networks.
• Ensured all security protocols were followed when working with the cloud core network services.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards regarding best practices in managing a secure and efficient cloud core networking environment.
• Configured routers and switches within the framework of the overall architecture of the company's cloud core networks.
• Troubleshot complex networking issues related to routing protocols and switching technologies.

• Responsible for a Design wide range of networks, including LAN, WAN, Core, Wireless and voice.
• Provided day-to-day support for network across 10+ branches and coordinated with multiple vendors for installation and upgrade of MPLS and SIP circuits, enhancing service optimization for infrastructure team.
• Designed and Implemented Nexus 7K/5K and Catalyst 6500/4900/3750-X in a complex DC Core/Aggregation/Access layer on a 40G/100/400GB backbone in Production and DR Data Center
• Implementing Data Center and Core Network, WAN and LAN with SDWAN technology.
• Migrating 65k Networks to nexus 7k and 5k include planning
• Design and implement L2 and L3 between core and remote campuses.
• Configure, deployment on Cisco and ARUBA network equipment
• Replace Nortel switches with Cisco and HP’s latest Access Switches.
• Design and implement Palo Alto Networks firewall across the campus with Panorama templates.
• Installation, configuration and maintenance of Palo Alto and Cisco ASA 5500.
• Designed and installed Palo Alto Networks solutions for application and URL filtering, threat prevention, and data filtering.
• Configure all Palo alto Networks Firewall models (PA-2k, PA-3k, PA-5k and 7K) as well as a centralized management system (Panorama) to manage large-scale Firewall deployments.
• Developed strategy, planned, implemented, and maintained data center refresh project, encompassing DWDM, LAN, SAN, and IP addressing to ensure network reliability and performance.
• Worked with End to End engineers and IP design to provide Value Add Services
• Designed the MOP (Method of Procedure) for updating the IOS in core router
• Implemented OSPF with multi-area on routers and configured multihoming BGP to ISPs to ensure the network has enough redundancy and optimizes traffic.
• Designed and Implemented management/staging/production network for Cisco ACI
• Hands on experience in configuring On ARUBA 8.3
• Administered Mobility Master for network management.
• Configured ClearPass for secure network access.
• Managed AirWave for network performance monitoring.
• Implemented MFA with DUO for enhanced security.
• Configured and Managed Azure NSG, and AWS Security Groups.
• Configured and managed AWS VPC, Transit gateway for routing and cloud watch logs for monitoring
• Configured and managed Azure V-net peering, Virtual network allocation for the workloads’
• Create and configure the AWS network
• Create a VPN tunnel between AWS and on-Prem.
• Configured ACI and SDWAN for network efficiency.
• Developed Multi-Site builds using Cisco ACI.
• Established connectivity for all remote colleges.

Designed, developed, and implemented data center network infrastructure for US and Canada data center consolidation

• Designed, Developed and Implemented Network infrastructure for ACI with Nexus 9K
• Executed SDWAN deployment utilizing Cisco and Fortinet solutions
• Deployed NSX with Cisco ACI As Underlay
• DC Core/Aggregation/Access layer on a 10G backbone in Production and DR Data Center
• GRE tunnel and Proxy servers with 802.1q, FCoE, BGP, MPLS, IPSEC, DWDM, VXLAN, OSPF between Canada DC and US.
• Automated and resolved network issues in the AC using Python, Postman, REST, and API scripting
• Configured Cisco Firepower VPN with DUO for secure remote access.

• Designed a wide range of networks, including LAN, WAN, Core, Wireless, and voice.
• Provided day-to-day support for network across 10+ branches and coordinated with multiple vendors for installation and upgrade of MPLS and SIP circuits, enhancing service optimization for infrastructure team.
• Designed and Implemented Nexus 7K/5K and Catalyst 6500/4900/3750-X in a complex DC Core/Aggregation/Access layer on a 40G/100/400GB backbone in Production and DR Data Center
• Implementing Data Center and Core Network, WAN and LAN with SDWAN technology.
• Migrating 65k Networks to nexus 7k and 5k include planning
• Design and implement L2 and L3 between core and remote campuses.
• Configure, deployment on Cisco and ARUBA network equipment
• Replace Nortel switches with Cisco and HP’s latest Access Switches.
• Design and implement Palo Alto Networks firewall across the campus with Panorama templates.
• Installation, configuration and maintenance of Palo Alto and Cisco ASA 5500.
• Designed and installed Palo Alto Networks solutions for application and URL filtering, threat prevention, and data filtering.
• Configure all Palo alto Networks Firewall models (PA-2k, PA-3k, PA-5k and 7K) as well as a centralized management system (Panorama) to manage large-scale Firewall deployments.
• Developed strategy, planned, implemented, and maintained data center refresh project, encompassing DWDM, LAN, SAN, and IP addressing to ensure network reliability and performance.
• Worked with End to End engineers and IP design to provide Value Add Services
• Designed the MOP (Method of Procedure) for updating the IOS in core router
• Implemented OSPF with multi-area on routers and configured multihoming BGP to ISPs to ensure the network has enough redundancy and optimizes traffic.
• Designed and Implemented management/staging/production network for Cisco ACI
• Administered Mobility Master for network management.
• Configured ClearPass for secure network access.
• Managed AirWave for network performance monitoring.
• Implemented MFA with DUO for enhanced security.
• Configured and Managed Azure NSG, and AWS Security Groups.
• Configured and managed Azure V-net peering, Virtual network allocation for the workloads’
• Configured AWS network infrastructure to support cloud services.
• Established VPN tunnel to connect AWS with on-premises systems.
• Configured ACI and SDWAN for network efficiency.
• Developed Multi-Site builds using Cisco ACI.
• Established connectivity for all remote colleges.

• Designed, Developed and Implemented Network infrastructure for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) using Nexus 5K and 7K
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• Implemented network security protocols to protect sensitive data and systems.
• Collaborated with IT teams to develop incident response strategies and procedures.
• Trained staff on cybersecurity best practices and awareness programs effectively.
• Evaluated new security technologies for integration into existing infrastructure seamlessly.
• Prepared reports on audit findings and recommendations for corrective action plans.
• Developed and implemented network security policies, procedures and standards to ensure system integrity and reliability.
• Assisted in the design of a secure network architecture that meets organizational requirements.
• Configured routers and switches with ACLs, NAT and PAT, VLANs and VPNs to secure the network infrastructure.
• Evaluated performance indicators to assess security control quality.
• Performed system maintenance by handling security verifications of systems and processes.

• Designed network architecture solutions for enterprise clients in diverse industries.
• Conducted risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in client networks.
• Managed switches, routers, and firewalls for network.
• Monitored network performance and troubleshot any problems that arose.
• Managed projects from conception through completion while ensuring deadlines are met.
• Worked closely with customers to ensure their satisfaction with the services provided.
• Conducted research into emerging technologies in support of network development efforts.
• Tested new software releases prior to deployment in production environment.
• Maintained an inventory of all installed hardware, software and associated peripherals.

• Planned, designed, and implemented medium to large scale enterprise networks using OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIP, MPLS, Frame Relay, STP, QoS, and VPN on Cisco routers and Catalyst switches, enhancing network performance and reliability.
• Managed network infrastructure devices including switches, routers, firewalls, Net Screen (Juniper), load balancers, VPN concentrators, ISDN, IP addressing, and DNS servers, ensuring optimal network functionality and security.
• Created detailed Technical Network Design and Network Configuration document.
• Designed the MOP (Method of Procedure) for updating the IOS in core route
• Provided on-call support for migration tasks around the clock.
• Analyzed network performance to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Configured network devices and managed system updates for security enhancements.
• Provided technical support and troubleshooting assistance to internal users.
• Implemented best practices in network management to enhance operational efficiency.
• Designed and deployed secure wireless networks for remote offices.
• Tested new products in a lab environment before deploying them into production networks.

• Managed hands-on support for Cisco and Motorola wireless controllers, ensuring optimal network performance.
• Maintained security solutions, including firewall, VPN and intrusion detection prevention systems, routers, switches
• Provided Tier 3 support for Data Communications network.
• Delivered security reports on critical infrastructure and emerging threats to enhance network security posture.
• Prepared comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, charts, and equipment configurations, to facilitate technology recommendations.
• Created IP Cheat Sheet and configuration generator for branch network implementations and used Network configuration Scripting.
• Perform Vulnerability scan on network devices and code. Test multiple functionalities of code and document the results