Headline

Network Security Infra Administrator

About

Dynamic Programmer Analyst at Cognizant Technology Solutions, skilled in computer networking and cybersecurity. Proficient in managing Cisco Meraki platforms and optimizing network performance through effective IP address management. Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities, ensuring business-critical network reliability and swift issue resolution. Passionate about leveraging cloud computing and Python to drive innovative solutions.

Location

Odisha

Work experience

Programmer Analyst at Cognizant, Oct 2025 - Present · 7 mos, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, IP Address Commissioning Assign, configure, and maintain both IPv4/IPv6 addresses, supporting dynamic and static allocation for optimized network performance. Cisco Meraki Dashboard Management Manage network devices using Meraki’s centralized, cloud-based platform to streamline setup, activation, and ongoing monitoring of IT assets. Port Activation & Monitoring Efficiently activate ports and continuously check device connectivity, escalating and troubleshooting issues to avoid downtime. Real-Time Network Surveillance Regular monitoring of devices ensures rapid identification and remediation of anomalies, sustaining business-critical network reliability Utilized SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager (NCM) to automate network device backups, enforce configuration compliance, and streamline change management processes in a production environment

Programmer Analyst Trainee at Cognizant, Oct 2024 - Oct 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, Completed relevant cybersecurity trainings, including Networking and Cloud concepts including Switching, Routing Protocols etc. Extensive hands-on lab experience in Zscaler and Palo Alto solutions, mastering Zero Trust security, endpoint protection, and advanced firewall configuration through real-world scenarios

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science, Siksha O Anusandhan Corporate Relation