Eshwar Kunden
Network Engineer @ VERIZON
- Role
- Principal Network Engineer at Verizon
- Location
- Edison, NJ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Eshwar Kunden
Site Reliability Engineer and Network Operations professional with experience supporting…
Experience
Principal Network Engineer
May 2024 — Present · San Jose, CA, US
Maintained and supported Linux servers (RedHat, Ubuntu, CentOS) with expertise in file systems, service configuration, and package management.• Performed vulnerability assessments using tools such as Nessus and Qualys, reviewed findings, and implemented remediation plans to close security gaps.• Executed patch deployment cycles with WSUS, SCCM, and JetPatch, ensuring systems were up to date and compliant with security policies.• Automated repetitive administration tasks (patching, log collection, compliance reporting) using Python, Bash, and PowerShell.• Configured firewalls, VPN connections, SSL/TLS certificates, and access controls to enhance system and network security posture.• Coordinated with application developers and infrastructure teams to support server patching, software upgrades, and system hardening initiatives.• Produced weekly progress reports summarizing vulnerability remediation, patch compliance, and certificate lifecycle status for leadership.• Leveraged configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet) to standardize system builds and streamline deployment of security updates.• Integrated monitoring and observability solutions such as Dynatrace and Grafana to track system utilization and performance.• Conducted log analysis with Kibana, LogScale, and Log4j to diagnose application issues and support root cause investigations.• Aligned remediation practices with industry standards and regulatory frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and HIPAA.• Managed certificate renewals and replacements to prevent service outages and ensure compliance with security requirements.• Participated in Agile/Scrum processes including sprint planning and daily standups to align vulnerability management efforts with ongoing project timelines.
Education
JNTUH College of Engineering Hyderabad
Bachelor of Technology - BTech
2013 — 2017
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