Priyanka Kulkarni
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Emerging network engineering and telecom security professional with 2+ years of Network Operations Center (NOC) experience optimizing mobile networks in multi-vendor environments. Strong background in core network monitoring, traffic analysis, and SLA improvement. Currently pursuing a Master of Engineering in Telecommunications and Cybersecurity at UTS, gaining expertise in Wireshark, MYCOM OSI, and cloud integration. Eager to leverage practical skills in IP networking, routing, and secure network operations in an internship or graduate opportunity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Performance Analyst
Vodafone Idea Limited
Pune
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Optimized 4G packet core network performance across 22 clusters, exceeding 99% SLA compliance
- Performed Layer 2/3 packet capture and analysis using Anritsu and Wireshark; reduced post-outage impact by 80% through efficient troubleshooting
- Collaborated with Nokia and cross-functional teams for network rollout, configuration, and upgrades
- Automated hourly performance dashboards with MYCOM OSI, improving incident management and reporting
- Gained hands-on experience with EPC, IMS, VoLTE, and OSS/BSS tools
Graduate Trainee (Full Stack Development)
Hexaware Technologies
Chennai
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Participated in Agile software projects, developing full-stack features using Java and web tools
Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Warehouse
Sydney
07.2024
- Supported retail operations, inventory tracking, and customer service in a high-volume environment
Education
Master of Engineering - Telecommunications and Cybersecurity
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Sydney, Australia12-2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Telecommunications
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India06.2021
Skills
- Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, Routing & Switching
- Tools: Wireshark, Anritsu, MYCOM OSI, Packet Tracer, GNS3
- Scripting: Python, Bash, PowerShell
- Cloud & Security: AWS (EC2, IAM, VPC), IDS
- Other: Incident Management, Performance Monitoring, SLA Reporting, Cross-team Coordination
Projects
- 5G Control Plane Intrusion Detection System: Designed a prototype IDS to detect signaling anomalies in simulated 5G environments.
- Secure Cloud Architecture for Financial Applications (AWS): Built a VPC with IAM controls, AWS Shield, and subnet segmentation for real-world simulation.
- IoT-Based Healthcare Monitoring System: Developed a wireless monitoring system using MQTT, Raspberry Pi, and real-time alerting
Leadership & Volunteering
- Peer Networker, UTS: Mentored 200+ students and facilitated onboarding and orientation programs
- Kathak Dance Mentor: Trained 50+ students and led cultural events in Pune and Sydney
Certification
- Nokia OEM Training: EPC, IMS, VoLTE (Award Solutions)
- Pursuing CCNA Certification
Availability
Available for full-time roles in Network Engineering, Telecom Security, or Infrastructure Operations from Dec 2025.
Timeline
Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Warehouse
07.2024
Network Performance Analyst
Vodafone Idea Limited
10.2021 - 12.2023
Graduate Trainee (Full Stack Development)
Hexaware Technologies
06.2021 - 09.2021
Master of Engineering - Telecommunications and Cybersecurity
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Telecommunications
Savitribai Phule Pune University
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