About
Strategic Network Architect and Security Expert with a deep-rooted Unix background, specializing in high-scale infrastructure automation and multi-vendor peering architectures. Driving the evolution of Cloud-ready networks through advanced BGP/MPLS engineering and robust L4-7 security frameworks, backed by dual JNCIE certifications.
Experience
Sep 2018 — Present (7 yrs 6 mos)
Zscaler | Network Architect (Promoted from Principal Engineer)
Spearheading the architectural evolution of Zscaler’s global cloud infrastructure, focusing on high-capacity edge peering and zero-trust network fabric. Leading the design of resilient, low-latency routing strategies and automated backbone orchestration across multi-region deployments.
Juniper Networks (8 yrs 4 mos)
Jul 2014 — Sep 2018
Staff Engineer | Security & Routing Specialist
Architected complex network replications to resolve critical issues in high-performance environments, focusing on Layer 7 inspection, SSL proxy, and MPLS over IPsec. Collaborated with engineering teams to identify and patch Junos kernel bugs on MX/SRX platforms, ensuring carrier-grade stability for global clients.
Jul 2015 — Aug 2018
Resident Network Engineer (Facebook Cloud)
Embedded within Facebook’s cloud infrastructure team to provide high-level design validation, protocol troubleshooting, and lifecycle management for hyperscale Juniper deployments. Optimized network reliability by resolving complex configuration flaws and streamlining the interface between customer operations and Juniper TAC.
Jun 2010 — Jul 2015
Technical Support Engineer | IDP & Security
Specialized in standalone IDP series and SRX security fabrics, providing Tier-3 support for intrusion detection and threat response management. Developed deep expertise in Junos Space and Network Security Manager (NSM) to orchestrate large-scale security policies.
Jul 2014 — Nov 2017 (3 yrs 5 mos)
VPSie "Cloud Enabler" | Cloud Network & Security Architect
Architected and optimized a high-availability cloud infrastructure, implementing multi-vendor BGP peering and comprehensive IPv6 deployment. Developed custom Perl-based SIEM and monitoring solutions for firewall auditing, while ensuring rigorous Layer 2 isolation for virtualized environments.
Certifications
JNCIE-SEC #147
Highest level of certification in Juniper security, focusing on advanced security technologies and platform configuration. Credential ID: 147.
JNCIE-ENT #474
Expert-level certification validating deep knowledge of enterprise routing and switching technologies using Junos OS. Credential ID: 474.
RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer)
Validation of senior-level system administration skills in Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments, from kernel optimization to network services.
JNCIS-SP
Specialist level certification covering routing and switching for Service Provider environments and MPLS architectures.