Shreyans Parakh
Heidelberg Materials
Oakville,Australia
2
Languages
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Experienced Infrastructure Consultant with 11 years in network engineering and cloud transformation. Specializes in Cisco networking, Azure solutions, virtualization, and automation using Python and Ansible. Delivers enterprise network migrations and infrastructure modernization, ensuring secure and scalable technology solutions that align with business goals.
Work History
Infrastructure Consultant APAC Region
2 Years 3 Months- Engineered and supported robust network systems, enhancing connectivity and performance across various Australian sites.
- Configured and maintained routing and switching systems, leveraging BGP, OSPF, HSRP, VLANs, and enterprise WAN technologies to optimize network operations.
- Implemented and optimized VPN connectivity and high-availability solutions within Fortinet FortiGate firewalls to support secure and uninterrupted operations.
- Collaborated with country IT teams to implement VMware vSAN solutions, ensuring robust operational technology (OT) environments.
- Managed comprehensive migration strategy for critical applications and infrastructure services, ensuring seamless integration with Microsoft Azure.
- Executed integration of direct routing session border controllers (SBC) and SIP trunk connectivity to enhance Microsoft Teams voice solutions.
- Developed Python and Ansible automation solutions to streamline network operations and reduce manual administrative effort.
Senior Infrastructure Specialist
1 Year 8 Months- Executed automation processes for deploying zone-based firewalls on Cisco routers, enhancing efficiency across 280 sites using Python.
- Analyzed network device configurations and enforced corrective actions to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive network security measures, including access management and segmentation, to safeguard enterprise environments.
- Guided junior team members in mastering network automation processes through structured mentorship and hands-on training.
Infrastructure Specialist
4 Years 6 Months- Designed, implemented, and managed global network architecture (LAN/WAN, connectivity).
- Migrated network of 280 sites from Telstra to MacTel, ensuring seamless transition and minimal disruption.
- Led on-prem data centre migration to Singapore, optimizing infrastructure for regional operations.
Network Specialist
6 Months- Reviewed network readiness and recommended infrastructure components to deploy DIA solution.
- Configured TIPT phones to migrate from TIPT MPLS to Cloud solution.
Management Development Program (Network)
2 Years- Configured network devices (Riverbed/Palo Alto ASA/Cisco Switches) to meet company standards.
- Server 2008 replacement project to migrate Win2018 DHCP servers to Win2016.
Intern
5 Months- Riverbed WAN optimization technology implementation across network
- Designed and implemented Quality of Service protocols across network
- Coordinated head office relocation logistics
Education
Master of Information Technology and Communication - Computer Network and security
Specialisation: Computer Network and security
Bachelor of Computer Science - Information and Communication Technology
Skills
Network architecture design
Azure cloud engineering expertise
Network technology expertise
Expertise in Fortinet firewalls
Session Border Controller proficiency
Microsoft Teams routing
Network troubleshooting
Voice over IP solutions
Unified communications solutions
Deployment support
Automation tools experience
Ansible automation
Python task automation
Network technologies proficiency
Deployment support
Certification
- Cisco Certification of Completion – CCNP (ENCOR) 1.2
- CCNA 200-300
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Information Storage and Management V3
Languages
English
Hindi
Timeline
Infrastructure Consultant APAC Region
Heidelberg Materials
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Senior Infrastructure Specialist
Heidelberg Materials
09.2022 - 05.2024Read More
Infrastructure Specialist
Heidelberg Materials
03.2018 - 09.2022Read More
Network Specialist
Heidelberg Materials
08.2017 - 02.2018Read More
Management Development Program (Network)
Heidelberg Materials
08.2015 - 08.2017Read More
Intern
Heidelberg Materials
03.2015 - 08.2015Read More
Lakshmi Narain College of Technology & Science
Bachelor of Computer Science from Information and Communication Technology
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La Trobe University
Master of Information Technology and Communication from Computer Network and security
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