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Chanaka Liyanage

20 Fortis Crescent, Upper Kedron,Australia

Summary

Network Systems Designer with a B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and extensive experience in IT network engineering and project management. Expertise in designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting IT networks and network security devices. Hands-on experience in implementing communication solutions over mobile, microwave transmission, leased fibre, and NBN networks. Proven ability to manage various types of communication projects, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver projects on time and within budget.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Engineer

University of Queensland
St Lucia, Australia
10.2022 - Current
  • Overall University IT Network Management and perform timely upgrade of the network devices
  • Troubleshooting and rectifying networks issues and escalated client network problems
  • Queensland's first 400Gbps core network implementation and Integration by using latest Cisco 8200 XR routers and Cisco C9500X-28C8D XE routers
  • Create detailed network design and cost estimation for UQ remote sites/tenants scattered throughout Queensland
  • Implement IT network and Security solutions for UQ client/tenant buildings- Including router/switch configuration, Cisco FTD FPR firewall configuration and service cutover without interrupting existing services with smooth service migration
  • New Cisco product compatibility testing - C8200, C9500 variants, Cisco NCS540, Cisco DNAC, C9400 switches etc
  • Next generation Cisco ASA/FTD Firewall configuration and integration
  • Cisco Data Centre ACI fabric upgrade experience
  • Remote site router/switches configuration and integration using ASR920 and C9300 devices
  • Configure routers for Queensland schools and provide technical support to the schools in integrating in to UQ network
  • Deploy new Wi-Fi networks to the Collages
  • This include configuration, installation and integration of more than 60 switches, 6 Aggregation routers and 700 WAPs
  • Cisco DNAC solution experience
  • SDA network implementation experience
  • Unconventional site communication solution implementation ex- Cisco 5G ISR solution, Starlink service integration in to UQ network
  • Network device upgrade and device IOS upgrade
  • Cisco IOS XE, XR, Catalyst, Nexus platform configuration experience

Network Engineer

iseek Communication
Eagle Farm, Australia
01.2019 - 09.2022
  • Managing large scale customers with many remote site locations and provide maximum network service availability - ex- SEQ water, AMART show rooms, Smart Clinics, Star Hotels
  • Configuration of routers to compatible with different transmission technologies ex-Managed Fibre, NBN, Fixed wireless, 4G cellular networks
  • Network Service migration/cutover planning and implementation of customer sites
  • Configuration and implementation of Physical /virtual Palo alto firewalls and VPN solutions
  • Provide Layer 2/3 network support for iseek corporate customers
  • Diagnose and Rectify Customer Network faults
  • Cisco CORE Router/Switch configurations and troubleshooting
  • Cisco ISO XR, XE and ISR platform experience
  • Experienced with various types of vendor products Cisco, Huawei and Ekinops
  • MPLS, BGP, Segment routing, OSPF, L2VPN, VRF, VPLS, HSRP, IPSEC configuration experience
  • VPN, IPSEC, Global Protect tunnel configuration and troubleshooting
  • DHCP, NAT configuration
  • VLAN, L2TP, PPPOE, QinQ, EVC, EVPN configuration
  • SD-WAN configurations and deployment experience (Cisco Meraki)
  • Service Performance Monitoring (Cacti, Ismoke) application experience
  • Cloud access network end configuration
  • Wireless LAN/ WAP provisioning
  • Basic Python scripting

Project Engineer

Highforce Pty Ltd
Northgate, Australia
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • 4G and 5G site installation project management for Telstra/Vodafone/Optus/Nokia projects
  • Perform initial site survey and populate activity plan for site build with Field Manager, prepare BOQ and negotiate budget with clients
  • Manage Optus and Telstra Greenfield and upgrade site projects and complete the site within given tight budget
  • NBN fixed wireless site implementation coordination
  • Microwave link installation planning and supervision for remote NBN sites
  • Optus and VHA decom site project management and execution
  • Order full BOM based on full detailed (FC) drawings provided by design team
  • Review site drawings along with initial site survey details and check the issues and negotiate with client and propose necessary solutions
  • Arrange all necessary activities for site access including PTW (Permit To Work) and CERT permits
  • Populate site green folder/safety documentation for site builds
  • Arrange elevated platform machines required for antenna installations
  • Manage installation and maintenance teams of both internal and external for telecommunication site installations
  • Overall site safety and quality management
  • Prepare site quality checklists and conduct training to the field crew
  • Site handover pack preparation, as built drawings preparation (redline drawings) and upload
  • Snag rectification and site completion

Wireline I&M Technician

ISGM (TANDEM) Pty Ltd
Brisbane, Australia
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Install and maintenance of Telstra Copper network PSTN and ADSL services
  • Fault investigation and rectification of ULL, Telstra GPON(PSTN/ADSL) network services
  • Experience on pit and pipe network infrastructure
  • Installation and activation new NBN FTTN, FTTB, FTTC, FTTP network
  • Service assurance of existing NBN FTTN, FTTB, FTTC, FTTP network customers and VDSL service testing
  • Installation of PABX system for cooperate business telephony system and configuration
  • Migration of telephony system of cooperate/ business customer's to NBN network
  • LAN network installations (structured cabling) and testing
  • Fibre cable hauling and termination
  • Experience in working at height
  • Power pole rescue and confined space rescue experience

Field Technician

Bytecan Pty Ltd
, Australia
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Site installations (Nokia) of 2G, 3G and LTE technologies with latest Flexi distributed products and eJV project site implementations
  • 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE site onsite commissioning and integration
  • Drive test/ bench mark testing of the mobile network
  • Eltek Power system installation and commissioning
  • Power system swap with new Eltek Power systems

LTE Field Engineer

Nokia Solutions Networks
, Australia
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Site planning, coordination and installation of Optus 3G and LTE technologies
  • Provide technical support for installation and trouble shooting
  • 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE site onsite commissioning and integration
  • Manage two riggers to install antenna and other outdoor equipment

Senior Engineer - Technical Projects

Etisalat Lanka Pvt Ltd
, Sri Lanka
01.2009 - 01.2014
  • Site acquisition coordination liaising with all necessary government authorities
  • Overall management of transmission network (Microwave & Fibre) upgrade project
  • Project management of 2G and 3G site implementations and integrations project
  • Project management - Microwave link upgrade project (PDH, SDG & MPR)
  • IBC Passive DAS system designing and implementation management
  • VOIP based smart communication solution implementation for high rise building communication services

Telecommunication Engineer - Projects

A&A Telecommunication Engineering Services Pvt Ltd
, Sri Lanka
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Mange crew for 2G and 3G site implementations and integrations
  • Provide technical support, troubleshooting site integration issues and management of overall site quality control
  • Provide technical support for Microwave links (SD, 1+1) and new Microwave Packet Radio links

Technical Support Engineer

Huawei Lanka Technologies Pvt Ltd
, Sri Lanka
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Microwave link planning (Pathloss software) and installation consultation
  • Subcontractor team supervision, training, technical consultation on site installations and transmission (SDH/PDH) upgrade projects
  • Overall site quality control of telecommunication installations
  • Microwave link testing (BERT tester) and acceptance

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

University of Peradeniya
09.2007

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) -

Cisco
01.2013

Project Management Professional (PMP) - (PMBOK)

PMI USA
01.2011

Cert III - Telecommunication

QLD Australia
01.2013

Understanding Cisco SDA Fundamentals (SDAFND)

Cisco Academy
11-2023

Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (E

Cisco Academy
11-2024

Skills

  • IT Network design and implementation
  • Router and Switch product testing and configuration
  • Palo alto and Cisco ASA/FTD Firewall configuration
  • Network issue troubleshooting
  • Network Service migration/cutover
  • Client support
  • Network security implementation
  • Network performance monitoring
  • Wireless network support
  • BGP,MPLS,Segment Routing,OSPF,EIGRP,LISP, IPSEC,DMVPN,L2vpn,VRF,HSRP protocol experience
  • NBN, L2TP, PPP, VPLS,VPWS, QinQ service configuration
  • Microwave link planning and installation
  • Power systems installation and commissioning
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Technical documentation preparation
  • Project management experience
  • Project budget preparation and cost estimation
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Datacenter network implementations
  • Friendly team member
  • Continuous learning mindset

Certification

  • ACMA Open cable registration with full endorsement
  • Construction white card
  • Local OH&S certifications
  • Working at height and power awareness certifications
  • Current valid first aid certificate
  • Valid open QLD driving license

References

Shaun Diefenbach 

Senior Manager, Infrastructure Operations Centre

The University of Queensland            
0439 743 943

shaun.diefenbach@uq.edu.au  

Dasoroth Paul

Senior Network Design Engineer

Powerlink 

Virginia, Queensland

0415158536

Dasoroth.paul@powerlink.com.au

Timeline

Network Engineer

University of Queensland
10.2022 - Current

Network Engineer

iseek Communication
01.2019 - 09.2022

Project Engineer

Highforce Pty Ltd
01.2018 - 01.2019

Wireline I&M Technician

ISGM (TANDEM) Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2018

Field Technician

Bytecan Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016

LTE Field Engineer

Nokia Solutions Networks
01.2014 - 01.2015

Senior Engineer - Technical Projects

Etisalat Lanka Pvt Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2014

Telecommunication Engineer - Projects

A&A Telecommunication Engineering Services Pvt Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2010

Technical Support Engineer

Huawei Lanka Technologies Pvt Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

University of Peradeniya

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) -

Cisco

Project Management Professional (PMP) - (PMBOK)

PMI USA

Cert III - Telecommunication

QLD Australia

Understanding Cisco SDA Fundamentals (SDAFND)

Cisco Academy

Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (E

Cisco Academy

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