Ravi Rachamalla

[email protected]
+91-9908796920
Objective
To work in an environment which provides more avenues in the fields of computer Hardware and Networking.

Summary
 More than 7 years of Industrial experience in Computer related Hardware and Networking.
 Experience in the plan, design, implementation and support of LAN/WAN, VLAN, VPN networks. Skilled in
Juniper, Cisco and Microsoft network environment. Knowledge in network/security/systems administration and
systems support.
 Experience in medium/large sized LAN/WAN design/configuration & implementation with CISCO, Juniper and
Foundry equipment, wireless network design/configuration & implementation, working knowledge on Wide Area
Networks (WANs) e.g. T1, Frame Relay, ISDN etc., support of multi-vendor routers and switches.
 Experience in configuring CISCO based routing e.g. RIP, EIGRP, IGRP, OSPF, BGP, route redistribution etc.,
and switching e.g. VLAN implementation, STP, VTP, Access lists, L3 Switching etc. Implementing and
administrating Juniper SSL VPN and Juniper NSM with IDP.
 Experience in designing cable and wireless networks, structured network cabling such as STP, UTP, coaxial etc.,
installation and configuration of LAN, WAN and wireless networks with active components such as routers,
switches, firewalls, modems, access points, repeaters etc. break / fix engineering.
 Experience in installation Linux (CentOS 6,RedHat 6,Fedora all versions) and Configuration.
 Experience in Backup, Recovery and trouble shooting in Linux CentOS 6 and RedHat 6 Environment.
 Experience in Configuring Linux Mail Server (SendMail,Q mail,Postfix,Squirrel mail),DNS and Webmin.
 Experience in Configuring NFS,NIS,DHCP,WebServer(Apache),FTP(vsftpd deamon),Samba,Proxy(squid).
 Knowledge in Configuring LDAP (Slave and SAN) with windows and Linux Authentication.
 Experience in Windows 2003/2008 server administration with Active directory, Failover Clustering
implementation and administration, MS Exchange 2003/2007 and ISA server 2000/2006 administration,
Exchange migration, MacAfee Secure Mail administration, Bluecoat Proxy Server, SharePoint portal server
installation & administration.
 Experience in Web Server configuration (Apache and IIS) & maintainer, Server Side Scripting (PERL, ASP &
ASP.Net).
 Quick learner with ability to grasp new technologies, both software and hardware. Proven ability to work under
pressure and team environment. Fluent in English, reading, speaking and writing. Willing to relocate .
Technical Skills:
Operating Systems Windows XP/7/8, Windows 2003/2008 Server, Linux-RHEL 6.1,CentOS 6.0,Sun Solaris 10
Platforms & Servers SharePoint Portal Server 2003, IIS (Internet Information Server), MS ISA Server
2000/2004/2006, MS Exchange Server 2003/2007, VMWare,Apache Webserver,Samba Server,
Mail Server(SendMail),Squirrel Mail,NIS,Postfix
Networking TCP/IP, DNS, LDAP, DHCP, IDS/IPS, RAS, RADIUS,Ethernet, Frame Relay, ISDN,
Switching/Routing, Multicasting, Access Lists, SIP/SDP, VLAN, VTP/STP, IPsec/GRE, MPLS,
HSRP/VRRP/GLBP, IPv6
Network Devices Cisco Routers 1700s/2500s/2600s/3700s, Cisco Switches 1900, 2950, 3550, 3750, 4500, 6500;
Foundry SX800, Foundry FWS624/648, MacAfee Secure Mail, Bluecoat
Routing Protocols RIP v1 & v2, IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, GRE, BGP, IPv6 Addressing
Network Security Juniper VPN SSL, Juniper NSM and IDP, Juniper SSG550M Firewall, Cisco PIX/ASA
Network Mgmt. SolarWinds NPM, NCM, IPSLA, APM,Linux Webmin
Database Tools MS SQL Server 2000/2005, Oracle 11i, MS Access 2003/2007, MySQL 10
Web Technologies ASP.Net, ASP (Active Server Pages), PHP
Web Designing HTML, DHTML, XML, VB Script, Java Script,Perl
Hardware:
 Computer assembling and maintenance.
 Troubleshooting hardware and software problems.
 Installing and configuring the peripherals, components and drivers.
 Installing software and application to user standards.

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Educational Qualifications:

Degree University Passed Year % of Marks

Master of Business Administration(IT) Sikkim Manipal University 2009 58%
Bachelor of Science Sri KrishnaDevaraya University 1997 61%

Professional Experience:-
Client :Sai Kala Polymers 1st May 2012 to till date
Location :Jeedimetla,Hyderabad
Job title:Network Administrator
 About Client: Sai Kala Polymers is Polymer Products manufacturing Industry, and supply polymer products to
different Customers and dealers in India. It is totally Computerised company, All Departments are connected with
Centralised Servers with more than 250 Systems.
 In total industry we have more than 350 Systems and about 50 laptops ,High availability of Domain,Mail and
Database Servers.
 Administrate catalist 2950,3550,3750 Switches,Cisco 3725,2800 & 1700 router,Cisco PIX 506E Firewall,MS
Exchange Server 2003 and IIS 6 Servers,Linux RedHat Server 5.0 with MY Sql database,Domain Server Setup is on
WinServer2003.
 Monitor the implementation of all IT Security Systems,implemented traffic filters on Routers using Standard and
Extended Access-List.
 Setup VLANS and Configured Trunk on Fast-Ethernet Channel between Switches.
 Administrate and maintain the group of windows 2003 high availability Servers ensuring uptime, applications &
operating system Patches ,maintenance releases, applying appropriate security policies, Group policy objects(GPO)
and performing backup and recovery duties, maintains users log.
 Implements, administrates and maintains MY SQL Database in Linux Server. Schedule database and application
backup by using standard procedures, Applying all Server, operating updates and Configuration changes.
Troubleshooting operating system, network connectivity and end-user problems
Client :Sri Jaya Jothi Cements Ltd Oct 2010 to Oct 2012
Location:Yanakandla(Village),Kurnool(Dt)
Job title:Officer-IT
 Administrate the network having more than 400 users, having more than 27 high-availability production servers in
clustered environment and 8 remote locations ensuring uptime and load balancing. Investigate user and network
problems, identify their source, determine possible solutions, test and implement solutions.
 Manages network operations to include: troubleshooting connectivity problems; installing & maintaining routers,
firewalls and switches; adding/terminating users; assigning rights and access; resetting passwords; establishing e-mail
addresses; assessing and reporting operational status; performing backups and restores; etc. Performs routine
preventive maintenance on hardware and software.
 Install, configure, and maintain production servers, backup servers, file servers, RAS servers, Ethernet networks,
network cabling, and other related equipment, devices, and systems;
 Plan and implement network security, including building firewalls, applying cryptography to network applications,
managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans, file system integrity, and adding and
deleting users.
 Troubleshoot networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational
difficulties.
 Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.
 Manage and administrate MacAfee Secure Mail and Bluecoat HTTP proxy server
 Monitor network performance using the Orion NPM along with NCM, APN and IPSLA to determine whether
adjustments need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be made in the future
 Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.
 Document network problems and resolutions for future reference.
 Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determine hardware or software
requirements related to such changes.

Client :Egurus Solutions Ltd Oct 2007 to Oct 2010

Location: Secunderabad
Job title:Systems/Network Administrator
 Development of real estate software within the context of a company, based on VB.Net and SQL Server which
provided cutting edge web presence accessing from 4 branches through VPN. Perform security administration from
database/ application server side.
 Was in charge, and lead a team of developer, of ASP.net based development projects, primarily including content
management systems applications. Adds new functionality and improves user ability to maintain without technical
support.
 Schedule database/application backup by using standard procedures. Review database performance parameters.
Administrate VPN client’s connections and sessions.
 Involve in design, testing, implementation, operation and maintenance of the company network in Windows 2003
Active directory. Utilization of diverse security technologies such as firewalls, antivirus and proxy server. Performs
routine preventive maintenance on hardware and software.
 Ensures technology documents/certificates such as product registrations, SSL certificates, maintenance agreements,
service contracts, etc. related to technology operations and/or technology services are evaluated, updated and
processed. Prepare documentation as required for updating the knowledge database.
 To assist with the development of themes and hardware of information systems software, including mediums of
communications to ensure information is communicated effectively.

Client: Software Solutions Integrated Apr 2004 to Jun 2006

Location: Warangal
Job Title: Network Administrator
 Trouble shooting 200 + Systems Desktop problems and printer problems.
 Planned, installed, maintained and optimized documentation of all LAN/WAN/VPN network hardware and
software, security systems and communication links. Managed all clients network LAN/WAN hardware
including routers, switches, load balancers and wireless networking equipment.
 Network Design(CAT-6,CAT-5 cable crimping and Network adaptor(IO) punching)with straight and cross cable
 Connecting D-link Switches with media converters.
 Trouble shooting various networking issues.
 Install applications for users, set up Remote access for Laptops, and correct all hardware and Software issues
which may arise.
 DNS changes, DCHP, and Network Printing, staying current on technology and making recommendations on
upgrades.
 Other duties included coordinating rollout with department heads, meeting goals and deadlines, inventory control
of new and old computers, daily status reports and database updates.
 Monitor all aspect of network including database, server and network services/connectivity on a 24 hour basis
and respond to issues according to priority
 DNS maintenance.
 DHCP setup and maintenance.
 Group policy setup and maintenance for user settings and restrictions including IE settings, Office template
shares, Outlook configuration.
  Print server setup
 NAS replication.
 Tier 3 help for all levels of network and administrative controls
 Use of Group Policy for desired user settings/restrictions
 Provided solutions to expand IPv4 usable addressing by creating super scope and migrating from a /24 private
mask to a /23 bit mask.
 Taking weekly and monthly e mail backup by using MS Exchange Server 2003
 Worked on proxy server Winproxy.
 Having experience with both physical and logical firewalls.
 Worked on both Domain controller and workgroup.

Client: CDAC Infinite Computer Solutions Feb 2003 to Mar 2004

Location: Kurnool
Job Title: Desktop Technician/ Helpdesk Engineer
 Maintaining 500+ systems in three branches with IP phone connectivity
 Maintaining G700 and S8300 Media Server
 Configuration and maintaining Avaya IP phone 4621 and 4602 series
 Configuring call routing with the help of VDN, Vector, and Coverage paths on Avaya Terminal
 Maintaining Basic Call Management System (BCMS) Server
 Monitoring and maintaining backup of call recordings with the NICE software provided by Avaya
 Network Design(CAT-6 cable crimping)with straight and cross cable
 Maintaining Layer-2 and 3 switches like D-Link 1024D,Cisco Catalyst 2900 series, and Avaya P334T
 Configuring and Maintaining FTP server
 Creating mail boxes for the users and configuring on the outlook express
 Administration of Win 2000/2003 Servers and workstations in Win XP
 Managing Users & Groups, Permissions, Security resources, Group policies, Terminal Services and UltraVNC
 Configuring and Installing network printer and fax machine on client desktops
 Monitoring and controlling internet traffic by using Websense
 Taking e mail backup in outlook 2003.
 Troubleshooting of all system and network related problems
 Maintaining local loops and IPLC links