Onkar Patil

About Onkar Patil

I am a results-driven Network Engineer with over one years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures. My expertise lies in configuring and maintaining LAN, WAN, and MPLS networks, along with a deep understanding of network protocols such as OSPF, BGP, VLAN, and STP. As a professional transitioning into cybersecurity, I possess foundational SOC (Security Operations Center) knowledge, including incident detection, log analysis, and SIEM tools like Splunk and QRadar. My focus is on enhancing network security while ensuring seamless connectivity and operational excellence.Key Skills & Expertise: • Networking: IP addressing, subnetting, NAT, VLANs, routing (OSPF, BGP), and switching (STP, VTP). • Network Security: Firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, and basic intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS). • SOC Knowledge: Log analysis, SIEM tools, threat detection, and response strategies. • Automation: Basic scripting (Python, Bash) to streamline network and security operations. • Tools: Cisco Packet Tracer, Wireshark, Splunk, and ServiceNow for network and incident management. Career Highlights: • Successfully migrated legacy SDH to MPLS MUX, minimizing customer downtime. • Proactively monitored and resolved network issues, reducing downtime by [X]%. • Assisted in investigating potential security incidents and improving response times in a hybrid SOC environment. I am passionate about integrating advanced security measures into networking solutions and constantly seek opportunities to learn and contribute to protecting critical systems. Currently pursuing certifications in CCNA, CCNP, and SOC/Cybersecurity Fundamentals to further strengthen my technical acumen.

Experience

1. Associate Engineer

   Tata Communications

   Apr 2024 — Present · Pune, IN

Education

• Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University, Solapur

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Engineering

• Mahatma Gandhi Vidhyalay Wagholi

  Secondary School Certificate(SSC), Semi English

• BRAHAMDEV DADA MANE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GAT NO. 137. BELATI. TAL NORTH SOLAPUR,

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science And Engineering

• Brahamdevdada Mane Junior Collage Belati Solapur

  HSC, Science