Tarun M
Aspiring Network Engineer | Linux & Infrastructure
Professional Summary
Computer Science and Engineering student focused on Linux systems and computer networking, with hands-on lab experience in Linux administration, TCP/IP troubleshooting, network monitoring, and security hardening. Comfortable with Linux CLI, Bash, SSH, systemd, logs, Wireshark, tcpdump, Nmap, and Python scripting for infrastructure tasks. Foundational exposure to cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and AI-assisted development, with a strong interest in enterprise networking, infrastructure support, troubleshooting, and reliable IT operations.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering
Nov 2022 – June 2026Technical Skills
Linux (CLI), Ubuntu/Debian, Bash, SSH, systemd, users/permissions, process and service management, log analysis, package management, Proxmox, cron, basic server hardening.
TCP/IP, OSI model, IPv4/IPv6 basics, subnetting, VLANs, routing, DHCP, DNS, NAT, SSH, network troubleshooting, Wireshark, tcpdump, Nmap, Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3.
Python, Bash scripting, C (basic).
AWS fundamentals (EC2, VPC, IAM), network security, vulnerability assessment, IDS/SIEM concepts, Splunk (basic).
GUI and CLI-based AI tools, agentic coding tools, Hermes, OpenClaw, LM Studio, Ollama, llama.cpp, AI-assisted development, local LLM deployment and inference.
Git/GitHub, VirtualBox, Linux networking utilities.
Featured Lab & Infrastructure Projects
View on Projects Page →Linux Server Monitoring & Hardening Lab
LINUX / SECURITYConfigured Linux virtual machines for service administration and troubleshooting; practiced user and permission management, SSH access, firewall rules, package updates, systemd services, log analysis, scheduled jobs, and basic host hardening.
Enterprise Network Troubleshooting Lab
NETWORKINGBuilt routed and switched topologies in Packet Tracer/GNS3 covering subnetting, VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and SSH; used Wireshark, tcpdump, ping, and traceroute to isolate connectivity and configuration issues.
Python Infrastructure Health-Check Automation
AUTOMATIONDeveloped Python scripts to check host reachability and service availability, inspect CPU/memory/disk usage, parse Linux logs, and generate simple status reports for repeatable infrastructure monitoring.
Work Experience
Product Development / Flutter Developer Intern
Apr 2025 – Oct 2025- Developed and maintained production mobile applications using Flutter, including hardware-integrated features and data-rich dashboards.
- Worked across development, debugging, device integration, and feature delivery in a professional team environment.
Certifications & Professional Development
Key Strengths
Strong interest in network infrastructure and Linux systems, with a practical approach to systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis. Comfortable working independently as well as in team environments, with good communication, adaptability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn new technologies. Interested in building a career in enterprise networking, infrastructure operations, and system administration.