VARUN SHARMA
Montmorency,Australia
Summary
With a robust background in network engineering, projects, and telecommunications, I bring extensive expertise in deploying and optimizing complex network infrastructures. My proficiency in a diverse range of networking technologies coupled with a track record of successful project execution makes me a valuable asset for driving organizational growth and innovation. Successful Senior Network Engineer accomplished in managing enterprise-wide networks for large-scale operations. Plan, implement and continuously improve infrastructure and controls to stay on top of changing operational and security demands. Expert in disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Network Engineer
IP Global Services Ltd.
10.2018 - Current
- Migration of existing services (Layer-3 & Layer-2 MPLS VPN) from Cisco GSR PE routers to the newly installed routers
- Configuring various protocols on a New Devices to integrate with MPLS Core
- Testing optical light levels on new links to confirm if they are ready to be commissioned
- Troubleshooting Links in case if connectivity is not established
- Configuring New MSP devices straight from the box
- Liaising with Telco’s for Delivery deadlines
- Arranging with FE for Site Surveys
- Upgrading the Backhaul capacity between Exchanges & Pop Sites from 1 Gig to 10 Gig
- Preparing the Scope of Work (SOW) for the new implementation of aggregated switches at the exchange sites & PE’s
- Resolve internal and external escalation issues including 3rd parties
- End to end troubleshooting between daisy/spur exchanges, network assessment and documentation
- Responsible for management of a LAN, WAN, VLAN networks & network related performance
- Prepare Infrastructure documentation
- Preparing the configuration of the sites adhering to the Design guidelines and Policies
- Provisioning of MPLS enabled services on the customer/Service provider network
- Implementing different test cases on the network as per the Service assurance requirement
- Auditing the Exchange sites & configuration of the network elements in various Exchange sites.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for network design, configuration standards, and operational procedures.
- Evaluated emerging networking technologies to identify potential improvements for current infrastructure.
- Increased overall network stability by performing root cause analysis on recurring issues and implementing long-term solutions.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of network devices and rapid troubleshooting.
- Optimized routing protocols to improve data transfer speeds across the organization''s network infrastructure.
- Enhanced security by implementing firewalls, VPNs, and access control systems.
- Performed troubleshooting for Juniper, Cisco, and packet analysis.
- Collaborated with engineering to report issues, manage project deliverables and provide status reports.
Senior Telecom Engineer
ZTE India Private Ltd
06.2013 - 10.2018
- Monitoring performance within the Circle to identify and eliminate the bottlenecks by necessary coordination with customer and corporate
- Vendor Co-ordination / Allocation, Presentations to senior management about Project Progress and about various other technical aspects
- Ensure that all project targets are met within agreed time, with quality and optimum cost
- Lead and monitor the project team /sub project team including partner/service suppliers
- Monitor scope, implement change control process and handle change management, ensure Customer acceptance for the system or service
- Implementation of 2G/3G technology consists Node B, BSC, RNC and MSC/MGW communication for completing call/data flow from one MS to another
- Ensuring connectivity of above devices with Router/Switch as well as troubleshooting, monitoring performance, bandwidth/port utilization.
Telecom Engineer
Ericsson India Limited
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Responsible for Checking of reports regarding Network outage, Network availability, low traffic and high drops
- Responsible for Preventive maintenance of 2128 cell sites
- Quality audit of the sites for Ericsson RBSC, BTS AND Transmission equipment’s
- Involved in system upgrade and expansion of the network
- Responsible for maintaining the planned Capacity by working on Blocked/Halted TRX reports
- Responsible for Complete execution (Installation & Definition part) of BTS Sites
- Maintaining circle KPIs in co-ordination with planning team
- Responsible for minimizing network drops
- Handled multiple customers during this tenure e.g., Airtel, BSNL, Shyam Systema etc.
RF Engineer
Reliance Communication Ltd.
07.2006 - 01.2010
- Operation & Maintenance of BSC, BTS & MBTS sites
- Optimizing Network performance by measuring TX Power, VSWR & return loss Performing Drive Test at CDMA BTS sites of Punjab using AGILENT’S & CNT Drive Test Tool
- Perform Comparative Drive test with the CDMA/GSM operators
- Perform Sweep test, Spectrum Testing, in building coverage test etc.
Skills
- Cisco IOS/XR
- Juniper JUNOS
- Internet Protocol Suite (TPC/IP)
- Network architecture design
- Wireless communication design
- Wireless Network Design
- Multicast Routing Knowledge
- IP Address Management
- Network Automation Tools
- LAN Configuration Management
- Network Troubleshooting Expertise
- Root Cause Analysis
- Excellent presentation skills
- Project Management
- VLAN aggregation
- Packet trace analysis
Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics and Communication), Institute of Technology and Management, Gurgaon, India, 08/1999, 06/2003
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional - CCIP (MPLS & BGP, QOS)
- Cisco Certified network Associate - CCNA
Timeline
Senior Network Engineer
IP Global Services Ltd.
10.2018 - Current
Senior Telecom Engineer
ZTE India Private Ltd
06.2013 - 10.2018
Telecom Engineer
Ericsson India Limited
01.2010 - 06.2013
RF Engineer
Reliance Communication Ltd.
07.2006 - 01.2010
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