Dipesh Patel

Experience

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  The Compu Second

  Jul 2003 - Nov 2003

  Computer Hardware Engineer
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  You Telecom India Pvt Ltd (pka IQARA Telecoms India Pvt Ltd)

  Nov 2003 - May 2006

  Network Support Engineer
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  SSM InfoTech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

  May 2006 - Dec 2006

  Freelance Project Engineer
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  Dimension Data - (pka Datacraft India Ltd - Mumbai. on Payroll of Team Lease Staffing Solutions)

  Jan 2007 - Sept 2009

  Resident Network Administrator

  • Responsible for designing and implementation of network infrastructure and Core Network solutions. • Responsible for troubleshooting, analyzing and problem resolution of elusive network troubles and performance issues through being available on site and on call.• Managing the Network of Cisco Catalyst L2 Switches, Cisco Catalyst L3 Switches and Cisco Routers, ZTE L2 switches. • Configuration of Switches, Routers, Firewalls, ASA devices, Access Points, IP Cameras, and ATA Devices.• Designed and implemented security policies using ACL, PIX firewall and ASA devices.• Managed software (IOS / CatOS) upgrade for Cisco Routers, Switches, Access Points and Firewall (PIX) using TFTP or xmodem: method to remediate security vulnerabilities.• Redundant uplink and power sources were provisioned when possible, and plans established for possible failure scenarios.• Scheduled proposed network changes and worked with customers’ major business units to identify their impact.• Vastly improved the performance and stability of a network by continually auditing as well as Real-time or historical performance monitoring for the devices and links of outsourced customer’s network designs and configurations. • Maintained the applications responsible for monitoring managing and gathering traffic statistic information, utilizing primarily Ipswich WhatsUP Pro and Gold. • Perform preventative maintenance on LAN / CAN devices.• Inventory management, Configuration Backup management on the bases of major configuration changes.• Build and maintain Visio documentations database of network topology, Inventory, and Network statistics.• Helped in establishing guidelines and standards for Change Procedures. • Designed and maintaining of private IP addressing scheme. • Participate in various client projects intended to continually improving/upgrading telecommunications infrastructures. Show less

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  Essar

  Sept 2009 - Mar 2016

  Manager – Network & Security Solution Architect, Design & Project Delivery Management

  • Assess business and technology initiatives, providing consultation, technical support, and recommendations to optimally utilize the enterprise network infrastructure.• Worked closely with business management team to determine right Network technology strategies to support business objectives.• Performing the tasks of designing and implementing various networking technologies, developing conceptual and physical network designs.• Responsible for ensuring that the networking designs complies with the service level agreements and to meet Business requirements efficiently and effectively • Identifying opportunities for implementation of network best practices and design standards. • Responsible for ensuring that all designs created were free from any associated risks or if unavoidable in available budget than highlighted to Business for further decision.• Responsible for providing trainings on network design and solutions among the team• Perform capacity planning and traffic analysis for network performance and sizing.• Performing root cause analysis for escalated Network interruption, creating preventative measures to deploy in the enterprise.• Monitoring all work performed by outside vendor and ensured that network deployment was accurate and ensured that equipment was installed in accordance to designs.• Responsible for analyzing all Network Requirements and forwarded them to the third party vendors if required and evaluate the best vendor for the implementation and product supply.• Responsible for developing Network disaster recovery plans and other network-related documentation.• Create deployment standards (example configurations, documentation templates, test plans)• Developed policies to define deployment project methodologies and standards. Show less

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  Capgemini

  Mar 2016 - Oct 2017

  Technical Architect (Network & Security Infrastructure)

  • Responsible for Foreseeing, Creating and institutionalizing leading Network & Security Infrastructure solutions to build a strong opportunity pipeline.• Worked with the Presales team on leading RFPs/RFIs for the Network & Security Infrastructure solution.• Key Tasks:o Requirement Analysiso Solutions conceptualization, design and testo COE Lab / POC Build & Run, Product & Solution Evaluationo Preparing Technology Road-mapo Technology Vendor Management o Solution Requirement, Design, specification Documentation • Also preparing & managing schedules, timelines, and scope along with working with multiple cross domain stakeholders in planning the project life cycles.• Extended support during Implementation and post go-live to the Delivery team for complex issues related to implemented or outsourced Network & Security Infrastructure Solution.• Worked on the emerging technology project e.g. o Open Networking Foundation (ONF), Software Defined Network (SDN), Software Defined WAN (SD-WAN), Software Defined Security (SD-Security), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), Network and Security Automation etc. Show less

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  Reliance Jio Infocom Limited

  Oct 2017 - Dec 2019

  Enterprise Solution and Service Delivery Architect

  • Lead the team of Service Provisioning and Testing for Enterprise Products viz. L3VPN, L2VPN, ILL, SIP, Managed Network & Security, SD-WAN and many nex-gen technology Projects.• Active participation in enablement for OSS and Technology readiness for automation as well as periodic improvement of lifecycle of services basis learnings from pilot automation journeys.• Interaction with cross functional DEVOPS & Products teams to provide improvement opportunities and recommendations for automation & programmability into the network evolution, Service Provisioning and Testing (P&T) Journey as well as due diligence for new products and services. • Responsible for providing hands on expert level assistance for escalated issues and mentor RJIL P&T L1/L2 resources on continuous infra/service projects and extend operational support.• Responsible for Testing and Pilot Run for new solution / Service / Product from delivery perspective.• Responsible for preparing HLD/LLD for customer solution in case of Unmanaged / Managed CPE / SD-WAN Projects and process /technology Documentations.• Enablement of teams for handling newer requirements which fits in the realm of customer requirements, technology and process offering. Show less

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  HDFC Bank

  Dec 2019 - now

  Responsible for .....• Designing, implementing and managing Cloud Landing Zones, Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), Cloud Workload Protection (CWP), Cloud infrastructure entitlement management (CIEM) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security policies and measures to ensure the Cloud Infrastructure meets security and compliance requirements. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of technology solutions with existing systems, processes, and infrastructure. • Cultivating a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and growth within the development team, fostering an environment that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. • Utilizing agile methodologies and DevOps practices to accelerate project delivery and drive faster time-to-market of technology solutions. • Collaborating with thought leaders, industry experts, and academic institutions to identify emerging trends and technologies that offer opportunities for competitive advantage and business growth. • Leading and managing a team of 40+ On-role/Off-Role team mates in the area of Cloud Network Security, Cloud Web Application Security, Cloud Native Security and Automation and Cloud IAM.Key Skills:Cloud Security Visibility, Compliance, & GovernanceCloud IAMCloud Threat Detection and Response Cloud Host and Data Security Cloud Risk ManagementContainer and Serverless Security Web Application and API SecurityData Encryption Strategy ImplementationCloud Security Policy EnforcementCloud Security AuditingCloud Security Strategy DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance with Industry Standards (ISO 27001, NIST, PCIDSS, CSP Security Best Practices, CSA CCM, CIS Benchmark, ) Show less Responsible for.........• New requirement assessment for Applications from Cloud Network and Security standpoint from internal business team and cross functional team.• Reliable, Secure and scalable Cloud Network & Security Architecture designing, planning and implementation for DC and Multi Cloud Environment, Cloud Landing Zone (AWS, GCP, MS Azure).• Market watch and evaluate trends in network and security domain, conduct POCs/Trials for new solutions and to automate/streamline, improve performance and enhance capacity of network and security infrastructure in order to increase efficiencies.• Project Deployment and delivery Management• Budgeting and Cost Optimization• OEM Partner engagement and vendor management. Show less

  • Deputy Vice President - Unit Head - Cloud Network & Security Engineering

    Jun 2023 - now

  • AVP - Unit Head - Cloud Network & Security Engineering

    Dec 2019 - Jun 2023