Vinay Kumar
About Vinay Kumar
Vinay Kumar is a Senior Network Engineer at Exponent, where he has worked for 21 years, implementing a comprehensive network infrastructure. He has extensive experience with various technologies and tools, and previously held positions at Exodus Communications and Apt Technologies.
Work at Exponent
Vinay Kumar has been employed at Exponent as a Senior Network Engineer since 2003. Over his 21 years at the company, he has played a pivotal role in developing and implementing a comprehensive network infrastructure from the ground up. His work focuses on utilizing cost-effective and high-quality products to enhance network performance and reliability. Based in Menlo Park, California, he has contributed significantly to the company's networking capabilities.
Previous Experience
Before joining Exponent, Vinay Kumar worked at Exodus Communications as a Backbone Engineer from 1997 to 2003. His six years at Exodus provided him with extensive experience in network engineering. Additionally, he served as a System Analyst at Apt Technologies from 1993 to 1996 in Monaghan, Ireland. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad skill set in network management and optimization.
Education and Expertise
Vinay Kumar earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from Pune Institute of Computer Technology, where he studied from 1988 to 1993. His educational background laid the foundation for his technical expertise in network engineering. He is proficient in various technologies, including AT&T MPLS WAN, BGP, and DMVPN, as well as network management tools like Nagios and Cacti.
Technical Skills and Technologies
Vinay Kumar utilizes a wide range of technologies in his role as a Senior Network Engineer. He is experienced with Cisco ASA and Palo Alto Firewalls, F5 load balancers, and HP 3PAR systems. His responsibilities include managing DNS Bind and Postfix Mail Relay servers, optimizing networks with Riverbed WAN Optimizers, and overseeing remote access VPN solutions with Juniper and Aruba Wireless Networks. He also possesses scripting skills in Perl and Shell for network automation.
Network Management and Optimization
In his current role, Vinay Kumar focuses on network management and optimization. He employs various tools such as RANCID, Opmanager, and ntop to monitor and manage network performance. His expertise extends to managing HP Procurve Switches for LAN and implementing solutions that enhance overall network efficiency. His work ensures that the network infrastructure operates smoothly and meets the demands of the organization.