Ayush Parashar
About Ayush Parashar
Ayush Parashar is a Network Security Engineer II currently employed at Protective Life in Birmingham, Alabama. He has extensive experience in network security, having previously worked at UAB Medicine and Ellucian, and holds a Master's degree in Information Security from Western Governors University.
Current Role at Protective Life
Ayush Parashar serves as a Network Security Engineer II at Protective Life, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for administering and maintaining server environments that support two-factor authentication, radius proxy, and Internet Authentication Service (IAS). He also manages cloud-based application administration and oversees the administration of Web Certificate issuance and health maintenance. His work contributes to the overall security and efficiency of the organization's network infrastructure.
Previous Experience at UAB Medicine
Before joining Protective Life, Ayush worked at UAB Medicine as an Enterprise Network Engineer from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, he focused on network management and security, enhancing the organization's IT infrastructure. He also held the position of Network Technician II at UAB Medicine from 2017, where he gained valuable experience in network operations and support.
Experience at Ellucian and Asurion
Ayush Parashar began his career in network administration at Ellucian, where he worked as an Associate Network Administrator for three months in 2016. He then transitioned to a Technical Support role at Asurion from 2015 to 2016. These early experiences laid the foundation for his expertise in network security and administration.
Educational Background in Information Technology
Ayush completed his Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology from Savitribai Phule Pune University, studying from 2006 to 2010. He also holds a Master's degree in Information Security from Western Governors University. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in network security and administration.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current and previous roles, Ayush Parashar has developed a strong skill set in network security. He deploys Cisco Meraki devices to support remote telecommuting and conducts research on emerging security products, services, protocols, and standards. His responsibilities include enhancing security measures and supporting the development of security protocols within the organizations he has worked for.