Ramesh Chandra
About Ramesh Chandra
Ramesh Chandra serves as the Head of IP Strategy, Architecture & Engineering and Network Security at Bharti Airtel Limited, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in network security, IP strategy, and engineering, having held various leadership roles within the company since 2003.
Work at Airtel
Ramesh Chandra has held multiple significant positions at Bharti Airtel Limited, contributing to the company's technological advancements. He currently serves as the Head of IP Strategy, Architecture & Engineering, and Network Security since 2014 in Gurgaon, India. His previous roles at Airtel include DGM of NOC for IP Service Delivery and Service Assurance from 2005 to 2008, GM of Network Planning and Engineering for IP & Broadband from 2010 to 2011, and GM of Network Planning for Data & Switch from 2008 to 2010. His tenure at Airtel has spanned over a decade, showcasing his expertise in network strategy and security.
Education and Expertise
Ramesh Chandra holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electronics and Telecommunications from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. He further enhanced his skills by completing a Senior Management Program in Business Administration at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, from 2008 to 2009. His educational background supports his extensive experience in network architecture and security.
Background
Ramesh Chandra began his career at Bharti Airtel Limited, where he worked in various capacities starting from 2003. His roles have evolved from Senior Manager in Technology to his current position as Head of IP Strategy, Architecture & Engineering, and Network Security. His work has been pivotal in establishing network security policies and implementing IPv6 across various business services.
Achievements
Ramesh Chandra has made significant contributions to network security and architecture at Bharti Airtel. He established network security policies and procedures for the Network Security Group, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. He oversaw security recertifications for ISO27001 and ISO22301, maintaining high standards of security compliance. Additionally, he played a key role in the convergence of IP and optical transport networks, enhancing scalability and reducing costs.