Akhil Pal

About Akhil Pal

Network Engineer with experience in network design, network security, and administration alongside managing enterprise networks, and network operations across multiplatform and high major uptime IT data centers. I am actively seeking a full-time opportunity in network security, Network Engineering and Network operations. Technical SkillsProgramming Languages: C, Python, Assembly, MySQL, PHP, HTML/CSS.Networking Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, RIP V1/2, IPV4, IPV6, EJIP, BGP, OSPF, Telnet, SSH, MPLS, SIP, H.323, H.245, IGMP, DNS, VLAN, Firewall/NAT, ICMP V4, VLAN, Spanning Tree, ARP, DHCP, Sliding Window, VoIP, RTP, RTCP, MGCP, SS7, ISUP, SCCP, RSVP, DiffServ Protocol. Development Tools: Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3, MATLAB, Riverbed Modeler, Deter Lab, HTTrack, Harvester, DNS Tools, Nessus, NetCat. Operating Systems: Linux, Kali Linux, Windows, Mac-OSX.

Experience

1. Network Engineer

   A10 Networks, Inc

   Dec 2018 — Present · San Jose, CA, US

   Design, implement, and manage the installation and configuration of global network infrastructure, including routers, switches, Cisco ISE, VPN appliances, VLANs, Wireless, and firewalls. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining the health of the enterprise network, with a focus on A10 enterprise solutions. Design and deploy SD-WAN solutions for the enterprise, ensuring optimal performance and reliability globally. Design, configure, and build cloud network and security services to meet business requirements. Investigate and resolve global tier 3 routing and switching issues, covering routers, switches, and firewalls. Provide technical guidance and act as an escalation point to team members, including configuring switches, designing lab TOR setups, and implementing security policies. Design and maintain internal and external networks, including tools such as SolarWinds, Aryaka SD-WAN, ISP providers, and Oracle Cloud. Develop and implement VPN policies, execute testing, and provide initial support for A10 enterprise. Proactively monitor and evaluate the network, identifying and implementing improvements to enhance performance and reliability. Lead networking-related projects, taking on the role of lead engineer. Collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) team to ensure the network meets audit requirements and maintains the appropriate level of security. Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation and diagrams, updating them when assets are added or removed. Following standard procedures, adhere to change management processes for network maintenance and deployments. Validate network specifications and equipment configurations based on business requirements. Configure IPSEC Tunnels and conduct connectivity tests between remote sites, ensuring secure and reliable communication.

Education

• Manav Rachna International University

  Engineer’s Degree, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2010 — 2014

• ITL Public School

  Senior Secondary (class 12th), High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

  2008 — 2010

• San José State University

  Master’s Degree, Computer Engineering

  2015 — 2017

• Mount Carmel School

  High School (10th Class), High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

  1996 — 2008

Skills

• English
• Python
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Mips Assembly
• Microsoft Office
• Html
• C++
• Tcp/Ip
• Photoshop
• Management
• C
• Programming
• Sql
• Linux
• Public Speaking
• Windows
• Teamwork
• Team Management
• Data Structures
• Networking
• Operating Systems
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Word
• Research
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Network Design
• Java