parikshit hegde
@parikshithegde
Network Engineer with 13+ years in Cisco SDA (DNAC), SD-WAN (Viptela), Wireless, and ISE across enterprise networks.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
Design, deployment, and operations of Cisco SDA (Software-Defined Access) using Cisco Catalyst Center (DNAC)
SDA fabric implementation including fabric edge, control plane, border nodes, underlay and overlay configuration
Migration of legacy LAN to SDA across global sites
Implementation of segmentation (macro/micro) using SDA and Cisco ISE
Troubleshooting and day-2 operations of SDA fabric
Design, deployment, and migration of Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
Site onboarding, template creation, and centralized policy configuration using vManage
Migration from MPLS and Meraki to SD-WAN
SD-WAN operations, routing troubleshooting, and software upgrades
Deployment and operations of Cisco Wireless networks using 9800 WLC
Migration from legacy WLC (5500) to 9800 WLC
SSID design, authentication integration with ISE, and wireless troubleshooting
Wireless site surveys using Ekahau
Provide L3 support for LAN, WAN, and Wireless environments
Network monitoring using SolarWinds, Spectrum, and CheckMK
Documentation, SOP creation, and global coordination
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Network Engineer L2
CompuCom India
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)
Provided L2 network support to multiple global customers, handling priority P1/P2 cases and installing/replacing faulty devices to improve customer experience. Performed network and multi-vendor firmware upgrades (Cisco, Juniper, HP, Arista), supported Meraki device operations, and used tools like FortiManager/VOYANCE and ServiceNow to push scripts/policies and manage incidents.
Led network component provisioning, management, troubleshooting, and decommissioning while serving as SME and later Team Lead. Managed SLAs (cycle/notify time), resolved escalations, coordinated with clients through weekly service reviews, and supported internal/external ISO audits across three teams.
ICT System Specialist
Oerlikon Balzers
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 4 months)
Led design, deployment, and migration of enterprise LAN to Cisco SD-Access (SDA), including end-to-end fabric site design, onboarding, and underlay/overlay validation. Implemented Cisco ISE access control, modernized wireless by migrating from legacy WLCs to Cisco Catalyst 9800, and led Cisco Viptela SD-WAN transformations while owning day-2 operations and troubleshooting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), Commerce
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Pune University. Built foundational knowledge in commerce and related business subjects.
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Diploma (Advanced Network Security), Advanced Network Security
Completed a diploma course in Advanced Network Security at Pune University. Gained specialized training focused on securing network environments.
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