Ashish Kumar

About Ashish Kumar

I am a dedicated and detail-oriented Network Engineer with over 7 years of hands-on experience in designing, deploying, and managing enterprise network infrastructures. Currently working at Wipro as an Implementation Engineer, I have successfully led and executed a wide range of networking projects across various technologies.My core expertise includes Cisco Routing & Switching, Cisco Meraki, Firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto), SD-WAN, and wireless technologies. I have built and managed 200+ Meraki sites, handling everything from dashboard creation and configuration to on-site implementation and post-deployment optimization. I’ve also been involved in large-scale migration projects, upgrading traditional networks to Cisco Catalyst 9300/9200 series switches to enhance performance and security.My work includes deep experience with multiple routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP), switch configurations, and wireless solutions, including planning and deploying Cisco access points for seamless and secure wireless connectivity. I’ve also been responsible for ensuring zero-downtime network transitions and documenting end-to-end solutions.To stay current with industry trends, I’m actively learning Amazon Web Services (AWS) to expand my capabilities into cloud networking and hybrid environments. My goal is to grow into a versatile Network & Cloud Engineer who can bridge traditional infrastructure with modern cloud solutions.I’m always eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to impactful networking projects that drive business transformation.

Experience

1. Senior Process Lead

   Wipro

   Jun 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

   Design and implement network infrastructure based on organizational requirements.Responsible for implement and simplified the site from the MPLS/legacy network to Meraki / SDWANResponsible for the configuration and testing the SDWAN product like Cisco Meraki and Viptela.Involved in RTT (Router Test and Turn UP) & Migrate the site from traditional network to SDWAN Fabric.Hands on experience on Meraki devices like MX95,MX75,MX450 & MX250, MS210,MS120 and MR33,Cw9164i.Good Hands on experience on Catalyst switch 9300 and Router like ISR and ASR devices. Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records. Upgrade Cisco Router, Switches using TFTP & FTP.Responsible for overseeing the staging and deployment of 9300/9200 series switches and 2960 series switches across various locations, as well as managing their upgrades.Successfully managed LAN transformation for over 50 sites, replacing outdated switches with the new 9k series models. Configured, implemented, and managed multiple Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) models, including Cisco8540,Cisco5520,Cisco5508,Cisco9800.Deployed, configured, and troubleshot Access Points (APs).Conducted staging and implementation of WLCs and APs, ensuring seamless integration with existing networks. Configured and managed various WLC features, including :FlexConnect, AP Groups, Site Tag, RF Tags.Documented network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps for future reference and knowledge sharing. Developed detailed migration plans, including pre-migration assessments, cutover procedures, rollback strategies, and post-migration validationExpanded DHCP scopes to accommodate increased device count, ensuring continuous IP address availability for all network-connected devices,Hands on experience with creating the VLAN, Ether-channel and adding the new switches with the existing environment

Education

• Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electronics and communication engineering