Mahesh Sahare

Result-oriented Network & IT Infrastructure Manager with 8+ years of experience in enterprise IT infrastructure, network administration, firewall security, manufacturing plant networking, multi-site connectivity, and cybersecurity operations. Experienced in managing LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, FortiGate Firewall, Windows/Linux Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, CCTV, EPABX, access control systems, and disaster recovery planning. Strong hands-on experience in L2/L3 troubleshooting, ISP/vendor coordination, network documentation, IT security policies, and business continuity support.

Network Engineer Manager - Link Up Textiles Pvt. Ltd. (LTPL) - Nagpur

(2026-01)

• Manage enterprise LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi and VPN infrastructure across multiple manufacturing units including Dyeing, Finishing, Printing, Knitting, Yarn Dyeing and Packing/QC.
• Maintain secure network connectivity between plant locations and coordinate connectivity with the UK design office.
• Configure and monitor FortiGate Firewall, VPN tunnels, security policies and Access Control Lists for secure plant and office communication.
• Troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues, minimizing downtime and supporting business continuity.
• Administer Windows & Linux Servers including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and shared network resources.
• Support infrastructure for CCTV, IP cameras, EPABX telephony, biometric attendance and access control systems.
• Coordinate with ISPs and hardware vendors for Internet connectivity, network upgrades and infrastructure support.
• Support backup and disaster recovery planning; maintain network documentation and IT operational procedures.

Senior IT Executive - Nitika Pharma Pvt. Ltd. - Nagpur

(2022-07 - 2025-12)

• Managed corporate IT infrastructure supporting 400+ users across multiple business locations.
• Administered FortiGate Firewall including VPN connectivity, firewall rules and access control policies.
• Led cybersecurity initiatives involving threat analysis, endpoint protection, email security and Data Loss Prevention.
• Managed Windows/Linux Servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies and user access management.
• Coordinated with vendors and ISPs for Internet connectivity, firewall support, networking hardware and IT infrastructure maintenance.
• Conducted IT audits, preventive maintenance and infrastructure health checks; provided advanced L2/L3 technical support.

Network Engineer - Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) - Nagpur

(2015-06 - 2018-12)

• Installed, configured and maintained routers, switches and firewall infrastructure.
• Managed LAN/WAN connectivity and resolved enterprise network downtime incidents.
• Supported firewall deployment projects using FortiGate and SonicWall technologies.
• Performed system patching, antivirus updates and infrastructure performance monitoring.
• Prepared network documentation, incident reports and technical support records.

B.Com - Nagpur University (2017)

ITI - Information Technology - NCVT, Nagpur (2020)