Pati Sushma

About Pati Sushma

Network Engineer | Linux Administrator | Cloud & Automation Specialist | CCNA Certified About MeI\'m a Network Engineer with 3+ years of hands-on experience in configuring, securing, and optimizing enterprise networks using Cisco and Fortinet technologies. I specialize in CLI-based diagnostics, VLAN and VPN configuration, network automation, and monitoring using SNMP, GNS3, and Wireshark. Passionate about secure infrastructure and efficiency, I leverage Bash and PowerShell to automate repetitive tasks and enhance network stability. I am a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), which further validates my expertise in core networking, routing, and security fundamentals. Core Skills• Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)• Scripting & Automation: Bash, PowerShell• Network Engineering: VLANs, ACLs, OSPF, RIP, IPSec VPNs, DHCP/DNS, SNMP• Cloud & Virtualization: AWS VPC, Azure VNets, Route Tables, Security Groups• Monitoring & Security: Wireshark, SNMP, Syslog, CLI-based troubleshooting, secure access configuration• Server Management: Windows Server (DHCP, DNS), Ubuntu/Linux services• Diagnostic Tools: GNS3, Packet Tracer, Nmap, ipconfig, Traceroute Achievements• Improved network uptime to 99.99% by deploying SNMP alerts and resolving hardware issues across Cisco routers and switches.• Reduced ticket resolution time by 30% using scripted VLAN health checks and diagnostics.• Designed 20+ secure IPSec VPN tunnels, reducing setup time by 40% and supporting remote teams.• Automated DHCP lease tracking on Windows Server, saving 5 hours per week on audits and conflict resolution.• Streamlined VLAN segmentation to isolate traffic, cutting broadcast traffic by 35%. Education• Master’s in Information Technology – Lindsey Wilson College, Kentucky, USA (2023 – 2025)• Bachelor of Technology in Electronics & Communication Engineering – Anna University, Chennai, India (2018 – 2022) Professional ExperienceAt Hubbell Incorporated, I engineered network upgrades, improved uptime through proactive CLI diagnostics, and scripted automation workflows to support the helpdesk and engineering teams. At Tejas Networks, I built lab environments for OSPF/RIP simulation, deployed Linux-based DHCP/DNS servers, and resolved IP conflicts using diagnostic tools like Nmap and Traceroute. Let’s connect to explore how I can contribute to building secure, efficient, and future-ready networks for your organization!

Experience

1. Network Engineer

   Hubbell Incorporated

   Jan 2025 — Present · US

   Increased uptime to 99.99% by configuring SNMP alerts, resolving 50+ monthly hardware issues, and performing CLI-based diagnostics on Cisco routers and L2/L3 switches across the organization.• Reduced average ticket resolution time from 10 to 7 hours by scripting VLAN health checks and port diagnostics using Bash and PowerShell for helpdesk and engineering teams.• Eliminated 35% of broadcast traffic by restructuring VLANs and optimizing Inter-VLAN routing, isolating department traffic across trunk and access ports on enterprise Cisco switches.• Automated DHCP lease tracking in Windows Server, saving 5 hours weekly by creating exportable IP usage reports for auditing and conflict resolution purposes.• Configured 20+ IPSec VPN tunnels using Cisco ASA and FortiGate, reducing remote access setup time by 40% and enabling secure connections for distributed staff.• Created standardized documentation including VLAN maps, IP plans, and ACL references, reducing onboarding time for new engineers and improving handover efficiency during shift transitions by 25%.

Education

• Anna University Chennai

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

• Lindsey Wilson University

  Master of Science - MS, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services