Shraddha Shelke
Network Security Network Automation Engineer @Comcast
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WORK HISTORY
Network Security Network Automation Engineer @Comcast
Houston, TX, US
Currently supporting enterprise security and networking operations for Comcast by managing Palo Alto firewalls (PA-3250 to PA-7050) through Panorama with high availability and advanced threat prevention. Deploying and operating Cisco Viptela SD-WAN across distributed environments, managing centralized policy enforcement via vManage. Leading data center enhancements using Cisco Nexus switches, implementing Layer 2/3 fabric, vPC, OTV, and inter-pod ACI architecture. Collaborating with cloud teams to deploy AWS Direct Connect, Route 53, ELBs, and enable cloud-integrated failover. Automating infrastructure tasks using Python and Netmiko for device configuration, auditing, and compliance. Enhancing visibility and threat detection using Splunk, Qualys, and DNS security protocols within Infoblox. Supporting secure remote access through IPSec VPNs and firewall policy updates on Cisco Firepower appliances.
EDUCATION
Pittsburg State University
Master's degree
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor's degree
ABOUT SHRADDHA SHELKE
A highly skilled and committed Network Security Engineer with 6+ years of experience in designing, deploying, and managing complex network and security infrastructures. Specializing in enterprise and data center environments, I bring hands-on expertise in routing, switching, firewall management, cloud networking, SD-WAN, and automation. Extensive experience working with Palo Alto firewalls (PA-3250 to PA-7050 series) using Panorama, implementing security policies, VPNs, SSL decryption, and threat prevention. Proficient in monitoring and analyzing security logs with tools like Splunk, Cisco Firepower, and Qualys, with additional experience managing Fortinet FortiGate, Check Point, and Juniper SRX devices. Skilled in deploying and maintaining Cisco Nexus switches (9300, 9500, 9800), implementing technologies like vPC, OTV, VXLAN, and FabricPath to support scalable data center fabrics. In-depth experience with Cisco ACI, including bridge domains, EPG contracts, and inter-pod communication for secure segmentation. Successfully implemented Cisco Viptela SD-WAN across distributed environments, managing centralized policies via vManage. In cloud networking, worked with AWS and Azure, configuring VPCs, Direct Connect, CloudTrail, CloudFront, Route 53, and integrating WAF and ELBs for availability and security. Strong background in dynamic routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP, as well as VRF-lite and MPLS for multi-tenant environments. Developed and executed automation solutions using Python, Ansible, Netmiko, and Terraform for configuration management and security auditing. Managed wireless networks using Meraki and Aruba, integrated identity services via Cisco ISE and Active Directory, and enhanced network observability using Wireshark, SolarWinds, and Netscout. Proficient in designing secure, resilient networks that align with compliance, operational efficiency, and performance goals. With a comprehensive understanding of modern network architectures and security principles, I strive to deliver robust, scalable, and automated infrastructure solutions across hybrid and cloud environments.
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