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Tapan GhetiyaSr. IT System Engineer
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Email
[email protected]
Phone
9033959873
LinkedIn
www.linkedin.com/in/tapanghetiya
10 Jul 1992
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8 Years of Experince in Network and Security Domain
CAREER OBJECTIVES

To obtain a challenging position as a Technology Specialist, where I can utilize my skills and experience to ensure the security and integrity of network systems. I aim to leverage my knowledge of network security protocols, tools, and technologies to analyze, design, and implement secure network solutions. My ultimate goal is to contribute to the development of a robust and reliable network infrastructure that protects against cyber threats and ensures data privacy.

Work Experience

Citrix R&D Pvt. Ltd.

Sr. IT System Engineer (Cisco ISE Specialist)
Sep 2021 – Current | Bangalore

Responsibilities

  • •Provide technology subject matter expertise for Cisco ISE
  • •Designed, implemented, and managed Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) solutions.
  • •Skilled in deploying micro and macro segmentation solutions, including Stealthwatch and Cisco ISE, to fortify network defenses, monitor traffic anomalies, and enforce access policies, bolstering overall cybersecurity posture.
  • •implementing micro-segmentation solutions to effectively isolate Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) networks, enhancing security and maintaining critical infrastructure integrity in industrial environments
  • •implementing Zero Trust architecture, combining micro-segmentation and strict access controls to ensure comprehensive security
  • •Configuration of Posture assessment & Client provisioning policy with AnyConnect Global deployment.
  • •Led a cross-functional team to migrate a large-scale network to ISE, resulting in improved access control and reduced security risks.
  • •Creation of custom ISE profile for on-boarding unknown endpoint connected in environment with enduser and service desk team
  • •MFA rollout for global datacenter device administration (AD + Okta)
  • •Developing SOPs for network and security technology.
  • •Maintaining SLA for APAC region implementation and Operation.
  • •Coordination with Architect and prepare global rollout and implementation plan
  • •Global guest network access infrastructure implementation and operation.
  • •Working on the project for global NAC rollout distributed deployment of 12 Node.
  • •ISE upgradation from Version 2.6 to Version 3.0 & Patch management
  • •Provide L3 daily network operation support

    • NTT Global Networks (Yes bank Project)

    Sr. Network & Security Engineer (Cisco ISE Specialist)
    Dec 2019 – Sep 2021 | Mumbai

    Responsibilities

  • •Successfully integrated ISE with Cisco ASA firewalls, Cisco Catalyst switches, and third-party multi-factor authentication (MFA) systems.
  • •ISE integration with Aruba WLC for wireless 802.1x authentication.
  • •ISE upgradation from Version 2.3 to Version 2.6 of 8 node deployment
  • •Collaborated with clients to understand their security requirements and translated them into effective ISE policies and configurations.
  • •Working on project for datacenter migration on new ISE 2.6 distributed deployment.
  • •Implementing 8 Node deployment using LB for PSN node services.
  • •Planning for NAM profile for user & machine authentication using EAP channing.
  • •Provided training and knowledge sharing sessions to junior engineers, fostering a deeper understanding of ISE capabilities and use cases.
    • Certificates
    CCS-ECore (Jul-2023)

    Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core

    AWS (Feb-2022)

    AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate certificate

    ITIL V4 (Dec-2021)

    Information Technology Infrastructure Library

    CCDP (Ent. Design)(Feb-2020)

    Cisco Certified Specialist -Enterprise Design

    NSE 2 (Fortinet)(Jun-2019)

    The Evolution of Cybersecurity

    ACE (Palo Alto)(Aug-2018)

    Accredited Configuration Engineer

    CCNP (R&S)(July-2018)

    Cisco Certified Network Professional

    CMNA (Cisco Meraki) (Mar-2017)

    Certified Meraki Network Associate

    CCNA (Enterprise)(Jun-2016)

    Cisco Certified Network Associate

    Skills
    Infra Security

    Cisco ISE, AnyConnect, Wired & Wireless 802.1x.

    Firewall

    Fortinet, Palo-Alto, Cisco ASA (Firewall).

    Campus Network

    Cisco Switches (Catalyst & Nexus 9k Series), Cisco Wireless (9800 and 5500 series WLC), Cisco Routers (ASR, ISR), Cisco Meraki

    Management Tools

    Netbrain, Fortinet Analyzer, Cisco Prime.

    Other Technology

    VPN, Data Center, Wireless,

    Cloud

    AWS, Azure

    Education

    B.Tech. - Computer Science

    U.V.P.C.E. (Ganpat University)
    2014 | Mahesana, Gujarat

    H.S.C

    2010 | Surat ,Gujarat

    S.S.C.

    2008 | Surat, Gujarat

    Paladion Networks Pvt. Ltd

    Security Analyst-L2
    May 2019 – Nov 2019 | Mumbai

    Responsibilities

  • •Carried out high level analysis on security data to identify significant activity
  • •Promulgate detailed status updates on existing cyber security incidents daily to include follow up with client/customer to ensure satisfactory resolution.
  • •Coordinating with SMEs to implement changes within the security infrastructure.
  • •Generate detailed security incident reports and disseminate the reports in accordance with incident response and reporting standard operating procedures.
  • •Read and understand system data including but not limited to security event logs, system logs, proxy and firewall logs.

    • Meridian Infotech LTD. (Cisco Partner)

    Sr. Network & Security Engineer
    Aug 2016 – Apr 2019 | Vadodara

    Responsibilities

  • •Network Design, Planning, Deployment, Supports.
  • •Working experience in Private & Public Data Center environment.
  • •Work in Next Generation security Cisco Firepower, Fortinet and Cisco ISE.
  • •Understand Customer Requirements & Provide Feasible Solution

    • IBM (Net Connect PVT. LTD.)

    Network Engineer
    Feb 2015 – Aug 2016 | Surat

    Responsibilities

  • •Implementation & Troubleshooting routers, switches and other network components.
  • •Maintaining network equipment’s inventory on site including production devices.
  • •Managing of LAN /WAN infrastructure.
    • Projects

    Cisco ISE implementation for wired & wireless user authentication

    L&T Knowledge city

    Data Centre & Campus network upgradation & Implementation

    Adani House, & ACH Ahmedabad

    ACS to ISE migration for device administration

    NPCI PAN India

    WAN Infra Migration

    SBI General PAN India
    Strengths
  • •Communication skills that enable stakeholders, customers, and teams to understand clearly and concisely
  • •An excellent understanding of client relationships
  • •Sharing knowledge with team members to enhance individual and team performance
  • •Leading or collaborating effectively as a member of a team
  • •Adaptability to evolving technology & changing work environments