Candidate

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First Name: Atul Mahale
E-Mail Address: atulsmahale007@gmail.com
Country: India
Phone: +918732991143
Current Job Designation: Senior Network Engineer – VSAT, LTE & Systems Administration
Job Designation Applying For: Network or System Administrator
Total Years of Experience: 12
Copy your Resume / CV in this box: Atul Shivdas Mahale
Senior Network & Systems Administrator | VSAT | LTE | ISP Infrastructure | DevOps
Surat, Gujarat, India atulsmahale007@gmail.com +91 87329 91143 | +211 922 554 492 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/atul-mahale-34b372158/ GitHub: github.com/AtulSmahale
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced and results‑driven Network and Systems Administrator with 13+ years of progressive expertise in ISP, enterprise, and mission‑critical network environments. Proven success in designing, deploying, and managing VSAT, Private LTE, LAN/WAN, security infrastructure, and virtualized systems across challenging international locations—particularly South Sudan.
Strong background in routing, switching, wireless technologies, Linux administration, and cloud‑integrated LTE core systems (Orc8r, AGW, FeG). Certified in CCNA, MTCNA, and MTCRE with extensive experience supporting the UN and major NGOs.
Seeking to contribute technical leadership, automation expertise, and robust network engineering skills to a forward‑thinking organization.
CORE SKILLS
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Network Architecture, Design & Optimization
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LAN/WAN/NOC Operations & Administration
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Advanced Routing, Switching & TCP/IP
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Cisco & MikroTik Router/Switch Configuration
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Wireless Network Planning & Deployment (Ubiquiti, Cambium, MikroTik)
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Hotspot & PPPoE Server Management
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VPN Configuration & Secure Remote Access
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Firewall Administration & Network Security
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Linux & Windows Server Administration
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RADIUS Authentication & User Management
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Speed Test Server Deployment (Ookla)
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VSAT Network Installation & Support (Starlink, iDirect, Hughes)
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Virtualization (Proxmox, VMware) & Backup Systems
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Zabbix/PRTG Network Monitoring
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DevOps Tools: Terraform, Docker, Git
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Automation: Bash Scripting, Cron Jobs
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Network Engineer – VSAT, LTE & Systems Administration
DishNet Africa LTD – Juba, South Sudan | May 2018 – Present
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Plan, deploy, and maintain enterprise‑grade LAN/WAN, VSAT, LTE, microwave, and fiber networks across remote and urban sites.
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Lead Private LTE deployment: EPC integration (Orc8r, AGW, FeG), eNodeB installation, subscriber management, and cloud connectivity.
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Manage VSAT networks including antenna alignment, modem configuration (Starlink, iDirect, Hughes), and NMS monitoring.
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Administer Cisco, MikroTik, Ubiquiti, and Cambium routers, switches, and firewalls to ensure high‑availability connectivity.
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Perform Linux/Windows server administration including DNS, DHCP, AD, RADIUS, and NMS systems (Zabbix/PRTG).
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Maintain virtualized infrastructure (Proxmox/VMware) and implement disaster recovery and secure backup strategies.
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Enforce security policies, firewall rules, and IPSec/OpenVPN tunnels for remote site connectivity.
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Oversee rural site installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting to maintain SLA‑driven uptime.
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Train and supervise junior engineers to improve operational efficiency and technical capability.
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Provide 24/7 support for critical infrastructure and client services, including UN and NGO partners.
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Automate maintenance tasks using Bash scripts and cron‑based scheduling. Utilize Terraform, Docker, and Git for DevOps‑driven infrastructure deployment.
Key Solutions Delivered:
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Private Hotspot Network Deployments
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Multi‑WAN Load Balancing & Failover
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Secure VPN Tunnels for Clients
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Zabbix Monitoring & Alerting Systems
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ISP‑Grade VSAT & P2P Link Installations
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MAN Network Design & WAN Optimization
Senior Network Engineer
Net World Info Net – Surat, India | Jun 2015 – Apr 2018
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Designed and deployed scalable LAN/WAN infrastructure ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
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Configured enterprise routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless controllers (Cisco, MikroTik).
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Troubleshot network latency, bandwidth issues, and congestion across busy ISP networks.
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Implemented layered security including ACLs, VPNs, and IDS.
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Conducted preventive maintenance, patching, and configuration backups.
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Provided L2/L3 technical support and prepared RCA reports.
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Trained junior staff and documented network diagrams and SOPs.
Network Engineer
Digital 2 Virtual ISP Pvt. Ltd. – Surat, India | Jan 2011 – May 2015
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Assisted in installation and configuration of routers, switches, and firewalls.
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Monitored network performance and resolved connectivity issues.
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Provided L1/L2 support for network and hardware problems.
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Supported IP addressing management and DNS/DHCP services.
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Maintained configuration documentation, logs, and SOPs.
Computer Hardware Engineer
Aditya Computer Pvt. Ltd. – Surat, India | Apr 2010 – Dec 2010
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Installed, repaired, and maintained desktops, laptops, printers, and peripherals.
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Performed hardware troubleshooting, replacement, and preventive maintenance.
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Provided end‑user technical support and handled service requests.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
Private LTE Network Deployment
Designed and deployed end‑to‑end LTE networks including EPC (Orc8r, AGW, FeG), eNodeB installation, cloud integration, and subscriber provisioning.
ISP Infrastructure Setup
Led architecture and deployment of ISP core routing, RADIUS user management, authentication systems, bandwidth control, and secure service provisioning.
RADIUS & NAS Integration
Implemented AAA solutions for enterprise and ISP clients, including MikroTik NAS and dedicated RADIUS authentication servers.
Wireless Network Design & Implementation
Delivered P2P and P2MP wireless setups, hotspot networks, and high‑density Wi‑Fi solutions.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India 2012 – 2015
CERTIFICATIONS
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Introduction to ITIL® V4 (2025) – Cert No: 8046531
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Cert No: CSCO14264698 (2023)
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MikroTik Certified Routing Engineer (MTCRE) – Cert No: 2303RE8583 (2023)
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MikroTik Certified Network Associate (MTCNA) – Cert No: 2212NA0081 (2022)
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Avanti Newtec Training VSAT (2022)
LANGUAGES
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English – Expert
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Arabic – Basic
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Hindi – Native
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Marathi – Native
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Gujarati – Native
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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I am ready to relocate globally.
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I have 7+ years of international field experience in Africa.
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I have experience working with UN agencies, NGOs, and government clients.
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