Lakshmi Kumar Palla is a Network Engineer with over 2 years of experience working with routing and switching technologies like EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, NAT/PAT, VPN, and ACLs. He has strong hands-on experience installing and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches. He is looking for a networking role that allows him to apply his knowledge and assume responsibility.

1. LAKSHMI KUMAR PALLA
Network Engineer
Contact Information
#29, CKB Layout, Marathahalli,
Bangalore-560037
kumaraugust1989@gmail.com
+91-8095622663
Objective
Continue to work as Network Engineer using the latest technologies in an environment that
gives me scope to apply my knowledge, assume responsibility and strive for collective growth
and deployment.
Profile Summary
• Network Engineer with 2+ years of experience in the industry, which includes expertise
in the areas of Routing and Switching.
• Expert level knowledge of troubleshooting, implementing, optimizing and testing of
static and dynamic routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP ability to interpret and
resolve complex route table problems.
• Good Knowledge in Network Securities such as NAT/PAT, VPN, Filtering, Load
Balancing, IPSec, ACL.
• Implementation traffic filters on Cisco routes using Standard, extended Access list.
• Expert Level Knowledge about TCP/IP and OSI models.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience on IP Addressing, Sub netting, VLSM and
ARP, Ping Concepts.
• Knowledge of implementing and troubleshooting complex layer 2 technologies such as
VLAN Trunks, VTP Ether channel, STP, RSTP and MST.
• Experience in Configuration and Support of LAN protocols on Cisco Switches.
• Strong hands on experience in installing, troubleshooting, configuring of Cisco 2800,
2600, 2500 and 1800 series Routers, Cisco Catalyst 3750, 2950 and 3500XL series
switches.
• Expert knowledge of cable connectors and replacement as RJ-11, RJ-45.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with team members and support personnel
and also can act as a mentor to less experienced personnel.
• A highly organized individual who adopts a systematic approach to problem solving,
effectively analyzes results and implements solutions.
Technical Skills
Network Securities: NAT/PAT, VPN, Filtering, Load Balancing, IDS/IPS, IPSec, ACL
Routing Protocols: RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Multicasting
LAN Protocols: Ethernet, TCP/IP, CDP, STP, RSTP, VTP
Application Protocols: SNMP, TELNET, SSH, DHCP, DNS, ICMP, HTTP,
SNMP, FTP, TFTP
Routers: CISCO 1800, 2500, 2600, 2800
Switches: CISCO 2900, 3500
Operating Systems: Windows XP, 2007 and Windows 2003 server
Applied LAN Networking: Hubs, Cabling, Bridges
Familiar with leased lines and ISDN communications
Troubleshooting Hardware and Software issues on PCs.

2. Work Experience
HCL Services Ltd., Chennai, Tamilnadu.
Associate Network Engineer
Jan 2014 – Nov 2014
• Assisted in troubleshooting LAN connectivity and hardware issues in the network of 100
hosts.
• Worked on Routers Cisco 2620, Cisco 3750, and Cisco 2950 Switches & Link sys wireless
access points.
• Maintained complex LAN/WAN networks with several VLANS and provided support for
routing protocols.
• Managed IP addressing and implemented IP Access Lists
• Studied and analyzed client requirements to provide solutions for network design,
configuration, administration, and security.
• Involved in troubleshooting IP addressing issues
• Monitor performance of network and servers to identify potential problems and
bottleneck.
• Performed RIP & OSPF routing protocol administration.
• Configured and troubleshoot VLAN, VTP, STP and Trunks.
• Installing and configuring protocols like TCP/IP and Internet protocols including Local
Area Networking, routing and HTTP.
• Configured the Cisco router as IP Firewall and for NAT.
• Maintenance and trouble tickets logging on Aethra Video Conferencing Equipment.
• Monitoring and sort-out the issues of Radvision Scopia Desktop and iView management
suite.
Faster Infrastructures and Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana.
Computer Network Technician
Jan 2013 – Jan 2014
• Technical support for LAN, validate integrity of data.
• Recognize problems, establish solution and make sure implementation.
• Configure and install Cisco switches and routers.
• Analyze monitoring system reports and respond to network discrepancies and errors;
OSI Layers 1, 2, 3, to include LAN
• Document changes of network equipment, static IP addressing, and cabling
infrastructure thru appropriate applications
• Added Ethernet port access within Cisco IOS switches for ports that had been shutdown
with port security.
• Performed testing and diagnostic procedures on equipment.
• Used toner probe to check network cable connection issues.
A & T InfoTech Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana.
Computer Technician
June 2012 – Jan 2013
• Installed, repaired and troubleshot PCs and various computer components for KS Dept.
Revenue
• Troubleshot PC problems over phone/person
• Troubleshot mainstream software and bank specialized software
• Worked with customers to make sure their upgrade was smooth and effortless
• Responsible for creating reports that evaluated help desk calls, which sited specific
problem areas
• Acted as liaison between users and hardware/software companies

3. Education
Vaagdevi Institute of Technology and Science
B-tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) in 2012
Government Polytechnic
Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) in 2009
Certifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate (R&S)