ASHUTOSH NAYAK
Pune
Summary
An astute performer with 10 years of experience in managing enterprise networks. Expert in Cisco Wireless, Cisco Routing & Switching, and Cisco Viptela SD-WAN. Proven track record in Device Management through Catalyst Centre and AI-driven monitoring through Catalyst Centre Assurance. Possess Foundational Knowledge of Cisco SDA Fabric & ACI Fabric. Proactive technology specialist with a strong foundation in network management. Drives collaboration across teams to implement effective solutions and streamline operations. Cultivates a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring high standards and value delivery.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Network Analyst
Accenture Solutions (P) Ltd.
03.2016 - Current
- Expertly manage and troubleshoot Cisco Viptela SD-WAN architectures to ensure optimized enterprise connectivity.
- Lead Device Management through Catalyst Centre, utilizing a centralized dashboard for real-time network visibility.
- Leverage AI-driven monitoring through Catalyst Centre Assurance to analyse historical data and provide proactive health insights.
- Maintain and configure Cisco Routing & Switching infrastructure, including legacy and modern hardware.
- Apply Foundational Knowledge of Cisco SDA Fabric and Cisco ACI Fabric for advanced network troubleshooting.
- Manage large-scale Cisco Wireless deployments, creating new Wi-Fi scopes and deploying APs to Flex groups.
- Utilize HP NNMI for event monitoring and Jenkins for running network automation tasks.
Electrical Engineer
Quality Austria Central Asia Pvt Ltd.
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Responsible for inspection and acceptance of electrical works and telecom tower infrastructure.
RF Engineer (Intern)
Cyber Q Consulting (P) Ltd.
03.2013 - 06.2014
- Involved in the design, maintenance, and construction of wireless telecommunication equipment.
Education
B.Tech - Electrical Engineering
UPTU Lucknow
01.2011
Skills
- SD-WAN
- Routing
- Cisco Viptela
- Cisco Routers
- Cisco Wireless
- 6500 series Wireless Controllers
- 9800 series Wireless Controllers
- 9K series Wi-Fi 6E Access Points
- Device Management
- AI-driven monitoring
- Catalyst Centre Assurance
- Cisco SDA Fabric
- ACI Fabric
- Network Automation
- Jenkins
- HP Network Automation
- Cisco Prime
Custom Section
- SD-WAN & Routing, Expertise in managing and troubleshooting Cisco Viptela SD-WAN and Cisco Routers.
- Cisco Wireless, Specialized in 6500 & 9800 series Wireless Controllers and 9K series Wi-Fi 6E Access Points.
- Catalyst Centre, Proficient in Device Management and AI-driven monitoring through Catalyst Centre Assurance for proactive network insights.
- Fabric Technologies, Foundational Knowledge of Cisco SDA Fabric and troubleshooting experience in ACI Fabric.
- Network Automation, Skilled in using Jenkins, HP Network Automation (NA), and Cisco Prime.
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Hindi
Elementary
A2
Marathi
Beginner
A1
Certification
- AZ-104
- Aviatrix
- CWNA for Wireless.
- ITIL
Interests
- Trekking & nature walk
- Listening to Music
Accomplishments
- Accenture Excellence Award Recipient: Recognized for leading the successful upgrade of Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly DNA Center) to version 2.3.7.9, a critical milestone for transitioning the enterprise network to an SDA-enabled architecture.
- Spearheaded the isolation and resolution of complex carrier network issues impacting guest wireless services, ensuring high availability and seamless user connectivity.
- Coordinated the renewal and implementation of web server and identity certificates, maintaining secure, trusted, and reliable communications across the Cisco Viptela SD-WAN fabric.
Trekking & Nature walk
- Regularly engage in nature walks to maintain peak physical fitness and mental clarity, essential for managing 24/7 large-scale enterprise network operations.
Timeline
Sr. Network Analyst
Accenture Solutions (P) Ltd.
03.2016 - Current
Electrical Engineer
Quality Austria Central Asia Pvt Ltd.
07.2014 - 07.2015
RF Engineer (Intern)
Cyber Q Consulting (P) Ltd.
03.2013 - 06.2014
B.Tech - Electrical Engineering
UPTU Lucknow