In the ever-evolving field of network engineering, few professionals demonstrate the breadth and depth of expertise that Shravan Kumar Rajaram brings to the table. With a solid academic foundation, extensive certifications, and years of hands-on experience, Shravan stands as a beacon of technical excellence and innovation in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex networks.
Academic Excellence and Professional Certifications
Shravan began his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from JNTU. He then advanced his knowledge by earning a Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Fairfield University, Connecticut, USA This robust academic background laid the foundation for his technical acumen.
Complementing his education, Shravan holds several prestigious certifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Routing/Switching
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
These certifications underscore his commitment to staying at the forefront of networking technologies and security protocols.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Shravan’s technical prowess spans a wide array of networking and security technologies:
- Routers & Switches: Proficient with Cisco, Juniper, Brocade, and Aruba.
- LAN & WAN Technologies: Expertise in Ethernet, VLAN, Inter-VLAN Routing, Frame Relay, MPLS, and VPN.
- Firewalls: Extensive experience with Cisco ASA, Juniper SRX, and Palo Alto Firewalls.
- Routing Protocols: Mastery of RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS.
- Network Management Tools: Skilled in using Infoblox, Wireshark, SolarWinds, and Spirent/IXIA.
- Cloud Technologies: Advanced knowledge of AWS and Azure.
- Programming & Automation: Proficient in Python scripting, Bash, and PowerShell for automating network configurations and device settings.
Professional Experience
Currently serving as a Senior Technical Support Engineer at Microsoft Inc. since July 2022, Shravan has been instrumental in transforming enterprise networks and ensuring seamless cloud integration. His responsibilities include:
- Designing and configuring Azure Networking resources such as VNETs, IP schemes, DDoS protection, subnets, and user-defined routes.
- Setting up private endpoints, network watchers, load balancers, and Bastion for enhanced connectivity.
- Creating secure VNET-to-VNET connections, site-to-site links, and IPSec tunnels for robust network infrastructure.
- Migrating enterprise networks to Azure Cloud using industry-leading VPN devices like Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, and SonicWALL.
- Configuring advanced load balancers, including Layer 4 (Azure Load Balancer) and Layer 7 (Application Gateway).
- Deploying IaaS VMs and PaaS services with high availability and disaster recovery options.
- Troubleshooting complex issues related to throughput, latency, and packet drops using tools like Netmon, Wireshark, and Iperf.
- Monitoring and alerting network performance using Azure Network Watcher and Log Analytics.
Key Achievements
- Successfully migrated enterprise networks to Azure Cloud, ensuring high security and performance.
- Enhanced data privacy and network performance by deploying Network Virtual Appliances and configuring NSGs.
- Automated device settings and network configurations using advanced scripting techniques.
- Delivered high availability and disaster recovery solutions, ensuring business continuity for clients.
The Visionary Behind the Skills
Shravan’s approach to network engineering is not just about solving problems but about anticipating challenges and creating future-ready solutions. His ability to integrate traditional networking principles with modern cloud technologies makes him a vital asset in any technical environment.