Prasanta Kumar Panda

Background

About Prasanta Kumar Panda

I am a solution-driven professional with over a decade to 12 years experience, I have developed a comprehensive expertise in IT infrastructure planning, design, configuration, delivery, and Engineering,support. My career is highlighted by certifications in CCNA and CCNP,JNCIA,PCNSE (Security,Routing & Switching) Aviatrix Certified Engineer (ACE) Multicloud Network Professional and a robust understanding of both theoretical and practical network management and optimization aspects. My technical proficiencies include advanced switching (VTP, VLAN, STP, VPC,EtherChannel) and routing (Static, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Default Route), as well as managing network redundancies like HSRP and VRRP. I am skilled in deploying security measures such as ACLs and NAT and configuring complex VPN solutions (DMVPN, IPsec VPN, Global protect remote SSL VPN,GRE Tunnel) Palo Alto,Panorama, and console management Like Opengear,ZPE etc. across diverse network tools like MRTG, SolarWinds, Cisco Prime, NetFlow, Cisco Meraki, Mist, and Juno Space. Throughout my career, I have taken pride in setting up and managing both Wide-Area and Local-Area Networks,Firewall ensuring secure and efficient networking device administration. My hands-on experience in leading end-to-end project planning significantly contributes to defining precise network/security designs, migrations, and implementations. Key accomplishments include: Leading engineering services for internal data centres at Equinix, enhancing network infrastructures across the APAC and EMIA regions. Developing network device specifications and scalable designs to meet and exceed business and stakeholder requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement network solutions aligned with strategic business objectives. Conducting regular audits and managing stakeholder discussions and vendor relationships to ensure compliance with industry standards and achieve optimal service agreements. I am driven by the challenge of transforming network configurations and infrastructure to meet and advance business requirements, ensuring robust security and system integrity. As I continue to evolve in my career, I am eager to contribute to and lead projects that push the boundaries of what IT networks can achieve, ensuring they are secure, efficient, and scalable.