1. CHANDRAPATI APPARAO
Contact: +91-9742000383 ~ E-Mail: apparaochandrapati@gmail.com
JOB OBJECTIVE
Seeking middle level assignments in Network Engineering / IT Security Management (Data Networks) with an organization
of high repute in IT sector
PROFILE SUMMARY
• A competent professional with 6 years of experience in:
<Data Networking Operations>
<Security Management (Data Networks)>
<Team Management>
• Deft in configuration & troubleshooting of Cisco Network Devices (Routing , Switching and Security)
• Doing the migration part from ACE to F5 load balancers
• Building the CISCO ACE and ASA devices and the context allocations
• Installing the console connections to the key assets in Data Centers
• Writing Scripts for automation of the config to the devices through Python.
• Writing required Irules though Irule editor.
• Expertise in analyzing TCP delays and isolating slowness issues by packet capturing tools like Wire Shark & Opnet Agent
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• Working with Fiddler to isolate issues with Application or Network traffic.
• Creating VDC’s for Nexus environment and fixing issues on Fabric Path.
• Creating Public and Internal VIPs on the F5 and ACE load balancers and allowing them to the required firewalls
• Hands-on experience in resolving slowness issues (Web & Application based) through Packet Captures
• Adept in implementing & managing secured networks using Layer 3 Switches like Cisco 6500, Cisco 3750 Series, etc.
• An effective communicator with good analytical and problem solving skills
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Ensuring application & compliance in administration of IT Network infrastructure and reviewing new hardware &
accessories
• Managing overall designing & implementation of LAN / WAN System involving network layouts, configuration and
maintenance
• Handling network infrastructure LAN/WAN, migration & configuration of network client workstations

2. • Addressing performance bottlenecks and ensuring maximum network uptime
• Looking after installation of network equipments & conducting regular tests for ensuring high performance/profitability
TECHNICAL PURVIEW
• Well versed with:
o Cisco Switches like 3560, 3750 & 6509 Series and Cisco Routers (3800 & 7200 Series)
o Clocking Changes in Routers(MPLS and IDA circuits)
o ACE Load Balancers Changes(Creating VIP and some patch works)
o Configuration of DSL Circuit, IP SLA & Routing Protocols like OSPF & EIGRP
• Conversant with:
o Implementation of QOS on WAN Circuits and SSL Certificate Upgrades on F5 & ACE Load Balancers, ASA Firewall, etc.
o IOS upgrades on all devices like Switches, Routers & Load Balancers
o Blocking of unhealthy IPs in Radware to save zones from DDoS attacks
ORGANISATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Since Aug’24 2015 to till date
Thomson Reuters
Working as a Senior Network Engineer and took the responsibilities below
• Doing the migration part from ACE to F5 load balancers
• Building the CISCO ACE and ASA devices and the context allocations
• Installing the console connections to the key assets in Data Centers
• Writing Scripts for automation of the config to the devices through Python.
• Writing required Irules though Irule editor.
• Expertise in analyzing TCP delays and isolating slowness issues by packet capturing tools like Wire Shark & Opnet Agent
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• Working with Fiddler to isolate issues with Application or Network traffic.
• Creating VDC’s for Nexus environment and fixing issues on Fabric Path.

3. • Creating Public and Internal VIPs on the F5 and ACE load balancers and allowing them to the required firewalls
Hands-on experience in resolving slowness issues (Web & Application based) through Packet Captures
Since Jan’22 2014 Cognizant Technology Solutions
Nature of Responsibilities handled in Williams-Sonama Project :
Worked under the retail client Williams-Sonama as a Senior Systems Executive of Data Network Level2 Team.
o Opening ports on firewall (FWSM) ,ASA and troubleshooting connectivity issue between servers
o Troubleshooting the server connectivity issues on the Load balancer side
o Adding and Removing the Servers from Server farm on ACE Load balancer
o Creating VIP on Load balancers and allowing them on public facing firewalls
o Adding A record and C-name for the New VIP's and corrective actions for Recursive DNS issues
o Troubleshooting the Probe failure issues from server Team
o Troubleshooting VPN connectivity and Application slowness issues over VPN
o Configuring trunk , switch ports and assigning vlan to access ports
o Troubleshooting Wireless AP's connectivity issues
o Troubleshooting Wan Link issues for stores and corporate sites
Since Sep'10 HCL Technologies Limited, Chennai as Network Specialist
Role:
• Heading a team of 5 people
• Responsible for:
o Implementing change-works in American Banking (BB&T) environment
o Detecting event, utilizing optimal bandwidth and determining application response time
o Solving network problem 24*7
• Handling activities related to WAN links (Intrusive & Non-Intrusive Testing) in coordination with Verizon
• Troubleshooting activities related to:
o Cisco Catalyst Switches & Routers
o ACE Load Balancer
o Slowness Issues

4. • Conducting application, department & user wise Traffic Analysis and Fault & Trouble Ticket Analysis through NetQos
monitoring tool.
• Providing consistent application response on network
• Looking after centralized Network Operations Center (NOC) in multi-platform environment
• Identifying status & performance of all network and server components
• Determining WAN bandwidth & planning activities as per site requirement and upgrading the link
• Ensuring SLA compliance & root cause visibility
• Resolving:
o Online banking issues
o Communication issues between the servers i.e. port based – (Database & Web Servers)
o Issues related to web application, work station and servers’ response
o VPN Users issues - ASA Firewall
o 6500 switch modules’ failures after IOS upgrades or unexpected reboots
o High CPU issues on devices i.e. 6500 switches
o DSL circuit issues
o Chronic issues like MPLS and IDA back up circuit
Highlights:
• Played a stellar role in:
o Streamlining network for reducing downtime due to ACE Load Balancer unexpected re-starts in 2012 and 2013
o Installing SSL Certificates in ACE Load Balancer to provide continuous website services without breakdown in
2012&2013 and appreciated by the client for the same
• Actively involved in ASA Firewall VPN Connection Management (Site-to-Site & Remote) in 2013
• Efficiently upgraded IOS Code from 2821 Routers Version 12.4T to 15.0T and 3845 Routers Version 12.4T to 15.0T in
2011-13 for 6500 Series Switches - codes upgrade (six1 to six 7)
• Successfully completed code upgrade for ACE Load Balancer
CERTIFICATION
• CCNA Certified in 2013

5. TRAINING
• Attended internal training for Cisco ASA, Wire Shark (Packet Captures), QOS & ACE Load Balancers from CISCO and Nexus
7k and F5 load balancers in 2015.
IT SKILLS
• Well versed with:
o Network Platforms: Switching, Routing and Security
o Network Protocols: STP, HSRP, OSPF, EIGRP & BGP
o Technologies: DSL, LAN & WAN
o Monitoring Tools: Net QOS, Opsware, Network Node Manager & NetBrain,Intermapper
o Ticketing Tools: HP Service Manager & Service Now
o Packet Capturing Tools: OPNET Guru(16.0) & Wire Shark, Gigamon 8.6
o Devices: Catalyst 2900, 3500, 3700 & 6500 Switches, ACE Load Balancers
ASA Firewall, 2800, 3800, 7200 series Routers.
o Others: MS Office and Internet Applications, Python Scripting.(Networking)
EDUCATION
• B.Tech. (Electronics & Communications) from QIS College of Engineering & Technology, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, JNT
University with 71% in 2010
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth: 1
st
May, 1989
Address: Do NO 302, Indu Arcade Apartments ,4th main Road, Maithri Layout, Near HOPE FARM
circle, White filed,Bangalore,.
Languages Known: English
Passport Details H3623212 (23-Apr-2009 to 22-Apr-2019)

6. VISA Details (B1/B2) H0068174 (07-March-2013 to 05-March-2023)
Location Preference: Bangalore
Apparao.C

7. VISA Details (B1/B2) H0068174 (07-March-2013 to 05-March-2023)
Location Preference: Bangalore
Apparao.C