Yasith Danthasinghe NOC Engineer Sri Lanka

Network & IT Operations Specialist • Sri Lanka

Yasith
Danthasinghe

Network & IT Operations Specialist

Ensuring network reliability and uptime

Who I Am

Yasith Danthasinghe is a Network & IT Operations Specialist (formerly NOC Engineer) at People's Leasing & Finance PLC in Sri Lanka. He specializes in providing enterprise-level IT support, diagnosing and resolving network/system issues, and maintaining reliable infrastructure to minimize downtime.

His work involves real-time network monitoring, TCP/IP troubleshooting, hardware installation, technical documentation, and supporting day-to-day IT operations across the organization's branch network.

Yasith holds a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (Hons) in Computer Networks and Telecommunications from the University of Kelaniya, which laid a strong academic foundation for his career in networking and telecommunications. With multiple CCNA certifications from Cisco Networking Academy and hands-on experience with FortiManager security appliances, he brings both technical depth and operational discipline to every shift.

24/7 Network Monitoring
3+ CCNA Certifications
NOC Operations Specialist
LK Based in Sri Lanka

Skills & Tools

Networking

  • Network Monitoring
  • TCP/IP Troubleshooting
  • Network Incident Management
  • Network Infrastructure Support

Tools

  • Itheon
  • Grafana
  • FortiManager
  • AutoCAD

Operating Systems

  • Linux (Basics)
  • Windows Server

Work Experience

Network & IT Operations Specialist

People's Leasing & Finance PLC — Sri Lanka

Oct 2025 — Present

Current
  • Provide enterprise-level IT Support by diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and system-related issues across the organization
  • Perform Network Troubleshooting and assist in maintaining reliable enterprise network infrastructure to minimize downtime
  • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Computer Hardware, peripherals, and end-user devices
  • Work with and maintain Technical Documentation, including operational procedures, troubleshooting guides, and system records
  • Support day-to-day IT Operations across the enterprise environment, ensuring efficient and secure technology services
  • Collaborate with internal teams to identify, Troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues while maintaining high service availability
  • Assist with system deployments, user support, and Infrastructure Support to ensure smooth business operations

Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer

People's Leasing & Finance PLC — Sri Lanka

Oct 2024 — Oct 2025

  • Monitor enterprise network infrastructure across branch networks and critical financial services
  • Troubleshoot network connectivity issues using TCP/IP diagnostics and systematic processes
  • Diagnose and resolve common IT infrastructure problems across the organization
  • Handle network incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid response
  • Investigate network outages and perform root cause analysis
  • Generate detailed incident reports for management and audit purposes

Network Infrastructure Design & Analysis Trainee

Browns Engineering & Construction — Sri Lanka

Aug 2024 – March 2025

Internship
  • Designed structured cabling for over 4,000 ports and created network rack layouts using AutoCAD
  • Worked on large-scale projects including the Maritime Facilitation Center for Sri Lanka Ports Authority and the East Container Terminal CCTV cabling
  • Performed watt calculations for power distribution and calculated cable lengths for CCTV and Access Control Systems
  • Conducted site inspections, assessed installations, verified designs, and provided feedback on improvements
  • Assisted in preparing Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and ensured compliance with project specifications
  • Gained hands-on experience in network infrastructure, structured cabling, and telecommunication system integration

Projects

IoT / Safety

IoT-Enabled Railway Gate Fault Detection & Notification System

Railway gates and warning systems at Sri Lankan road crossings are critical for public safety. This project proposes an IoT-enabled system that continuously monitors gate mechanisms and warning signals in real time, detecting faults and alerting railway authorities through a centralized dashboard and notification system.

IoT Sensors LDR Sensors Variable Resistors GSM Modules Web Dashboard
AI / Education

Kelani Intelligence Assistant (KIA)

An AI-powered learning companion designed for students at the University of Kelaniya. KIA bridges the gap between students and information by providing instant access to subject-specific knowledge, faculty details, career guidance, and counseling services through a smart chatbot and a user-friendly physical booth. As Engineering team leader, Yasith led the development of the entire physical booth and collaborated with the research team on AI data collection and analysis.

ReactJS Tailwind CSS OpenAI API NLP Arduino Prompt Engineering

Blog

Articles published on LinkedIn

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