Nikhil R
@nikhilr1
Experienced Network Engineer specializing in Cisco SD-WAN, routing, switching, and L2/L3 support.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a motivated Network Engineer with extensive hands-on experience configuring, installing, and managing Cisco and Huawei network devices, implementing Cisco SD‑WAN solutions, and providing Level‑2 support to large enterprise clients. I have delivered SD‑WAN designs and policy templates, performed IOS upgrades via vManage, managed ISE user policies, and coordinated with vendors and Cisco TAC to resolve complex production issues.
I have supported major clients across banking and enterprise environments, working with multiple ISP links (Tata, Vodafone, Airtel, Jio, Bharati VSAT, Allied, Infinix) and devices including Cisco routers (1900–8000 series), Nexus/ Catalyst switches, and MLLN gateway converters. I prioritize reliable, secure network performance, continuous learning, and collaborative vendor/client relationships to drive successful deployments and stable operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. Network Engineer
Inknowtech Pvt Ltd
Sep 2025 - Present (9 months)
Configured and managed Cisco routers, switches and ISE and designed/implemented Cisco SD-WAN across branches; upgraded WAN-edge IOS via vManage and coordinated L2 support and Cisco TAC to maintain network uptime.
Implemented and supported Cisco SD-WAN for Union Bank branches, managed routers/switches and ISE, performed IOS upgrades and provided L2 troubleshooting while coordinating with ROs and Cisco TAC.
Sr. Network Engineer
Innoserve Techsol Pvt Ltd
Feb 2022 - May 2022 (3 months)
Provided NOC support with end-to-end configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco and Huawei routers/switches and configured Cisco SD-WAN using vManage; coordinated with vendors and ISPs for deployments.
Sr. Network Engineer
Ghadai Technologies Pvt Ltd
Apr 2021 - Feb 2022 (10 months)
Executed NOC-level network configurations and troubleshooting for Cisco and Huawei devices, implemented SD-WAN configurations and managed gateway converter setups while liaising with vendors and clients.
Technical Support Associate
Shree IT Infratech
Apr 2020 - Apr 2021 (1 year)
Configured Cisco routers and LTE cellular TR-1902 devices and coordinated with vendors and ISPs to complete deployments and resolve technical issues.
Project Coordinator
Uniserved Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd
Oct 2018 - Mar 2020 (1 year 5 months)
Coordinated field engineers for LAN/WAN projects, guided on Cisco and Huawei device configurations and managed IOS upgrade activities for clients including Dimension Data and Tech Mahindra.
Moderated e-commerce content to enforce policy compliance and met team targets for product tagging and removal of non-compliant items.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
College of Commerce
Bachelor of Computer Applications, Computer Applications
2014 - 2017
Completed a Bachelor of Computer Applications emphasizing core computing subjects and practical IT skills.
Welfare Higher Secondary School
Higher Secondary Certificate, Higher Secondary Education
2012 - 2014
Completed Higher Secondary Certificate focusing on standard higher secondary curriculum.
Chovva Higher Secondary School
Secondary School Certificate, Secondary Education
2010 - 2012
Completed Secondary School Certificate covering foundational secondary education courses.
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Location
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