Network Engineer Resume
Washington, DC
SUMMARY:
- 9years of professional experience with Cisco Certified Network Engineering, performing networking, configuring, troubleshooting, installing and maintaining of networking devices.
- Providing 24/7 quality assurance in network monitoring, optimization and fault management services in network operation center.
- Hands on experience in configuring and Deployment of Routers and Switches in network support.
- Experience with Cisco Routers, Cisco Switches, Load Balancers and Firewalls.
- Experience in Routing protocol configurations: OSPF, BGP, MPLS VPN, DMVPN, HSRP and EIGRP.
- Switching tasks include VTP, ISL/ 802.1q, IP sec and, VLANs, Ether Channel, Trunking, GRE Tunneling, Port Security, STP and RSTP.
- Proficiency in configuring the VLAN setup on various Cisco Switches.
- Communicating and escalating tickets with service providers for network outrage issues.
- Proposed upgrades, installed, and configured Solarwinds Log and Event Manager and Solarwinds Orion modules for network infrastructure monitoring.
- Knowledge of troubleshooting, implementation, testing and optimization of static and dynamic routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS.
- Involved in good documentation practice of different stages of validation life cycle in compliance with 21 CFR Part 11.
- Developed and deployed a dynamic multipoint VPN (DMVPN) network to distribute data across Europe.
- Manage multiple resources from various internal teams to develop cloud solutions based on detailed workload requirements.
- Manage day - to-day operations and configuration of Check Point firewalls.
- Excellent working knowledge of TCP/IP protocol suite and OSI layers.
- Design, configuration, and support of Cisco Nexus Platforms (Nexus7K, 5K, 2K).
- Hands on experience in configuring Cisco ASA firewalls.
- Work with cisco partners to help set up and troubleshoot voice network issues.
- Experience in Layer 3 Routing Protocol configurations: OSPF, EGIRP, BGP, RIP and MPLS.
- Troubleshooting for Layer 2 LAN technologies but not limited to Ethernet (Switched, FastE, GigE), STP, RSTP, VLANs, Cables, Bridges, VTP, and Trunking (802.1q), port security, routing protocols and Aruba Wireless platform.
- Developed and successfully integrated Python scripts to automate SSH login and data collection for network devices not supporting Telnet.
- Implementation of HSRP, VRRP for Default Gateway Redundancy.
- Performed IOS upgrades on Catalyst 2900, 3500, 4500 and 6500 series switch and Maintained redundancy on Cisco 2600, 2800 and 3600 routers with HSRP.
- Worked on Router series such as 2800, 2600, 2900, 3600, 3800 and 7200, switches such as Cisco 3725, 3560, 3550, 2960, 2950, 4500 & 6500.
- Worked on automating data loading, extraction and reports generation using UNIX Shell scripting.
- Password recovery, upgrading of IOS of Cisco devices.
- Performed and managed internal, supplier audits, facilitated external customer and regulatory audits by FDA.
- Upgraded WAN connectivity between the multiple locations.
- Knowledge in IPV4, IPV6, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, DHCP, DNS, SNMP, RMON, NAT.
- In-depth knowledge on Routing Policies, Network Architecture, IP Subnetting, VLSM, TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, DNS.
- Implemented enterprise McAfee ePO solutions for enterprise security including Endpoint protection, encryption, DLP, and Application whitelisting (SolidCore) and many more products implementation phase.
- Hands-on experience with TCP/IP, LANs, WANs, and WLANs (Wi-Fi)
- Deployed Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) 5520, created SSIDs for the shows, mapped VLANs to SSID's and linked AP's with WLC.
- Good knowledge of Tunneling Protocols (IPSEC/GRE).
- Understanding the requirements of the client to deploy an efficient network.
- Proficient in MS Windows, MS/Open Office, MS Project 2013.
- Dealt with monitoring tools like (Solar winds, Cisco prime), network packets capture tools like Wire-shark.
- Work closely with business in collecting all telecom requirements, which included IVR (Interactive voice response), voice mail, DID/extensions, call forwarding, call accounting etc.
- Interviewed customers by telephone to identify legal issues, and obtain and process the information, worked with customers in all stages of the Child Support process.
- Possess strong network troubleshooting and communication skills.Authorized to work in the US for any employer
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Tools: Cisco Routers 2600, 2800, 2900, 3600, 3700, 3800, 3900, 4400, 7200, Cisco Switches 2900, 3500, 3600, 3750, 4500, 4900, 6500, ASR9k, Nexus 2k, 5k, 7k, Juniper M320, T640
LAN Technologies: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, interVLAN routing, VLAN, VTP, STP, RSTP
WAN Technologies: HDLS, MPLS, Channelized links, Frame relay, HDCL, DS3, OC192, Fiber Optic Circuits, Frame
Routing Protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, Route Filtering, Route redistribution, static Routing, Summarization
Switching: VLANs, VTP, STP, RSTP, PVST, MSTP, VDC, VPC, inter-VLAN switching, multicast, Port security, Ether-Channels, SNMPV3
VOIP Devices: Cisco IP phones, Avaya
Voice Technologies: QoS, Computer Telephony Integration (CTI), VoIP, PoE, SIP, MGCP, RTP
VPN Technologies: GRE Tunneling, Site-to-Site VPN, SSL VPN
Network Security: Cisco ASA Firewalls, Check, SSL, Access Control, SonicWall, Palo Alto Firewall, F5 Load Balancer.
Monitoring Tools: Solar winds, Voyence, Packet tracer Ethereal, Wireshark, Openview, Dashboard and GNS3
Servers Domain servers: WINS servers, FTP servers, DNS servers, Proxy servers, Application servers
Operating Systems: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10, Nexus OS, Cisco IOS, LINUX, Macintosh, Activate Directory.
Hardware: Dell, Cisco, IBM, SonicWall Applications
Programming languages: python, shell script, C
Virtual Technology: VMware, Citrix
Communication Cisco: Jabber, Spark, WebEx, Skype for Business
Microsoft office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, office 365
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Network Engineer
Confidential, Washington, DC
Responsibilities:
- Contributed to Network Device installation and Integration.
- Handling site configuration projects.
- On call support for global BHP petroleum network and handling Priority tickets.
- Handling change requests and service requests and incidents.
- Cell modem activations and configuration on SCADA environment.
- Drilling rig site routers configuration.
- Coordinating with different vendors ATT, Datacom, DTS, Verizon for circuit activation
- Configuring devices in data center based on the request. (Stream, Cyrus one west, Cyrus one Galleria, Four Oaks Place)
- Network IP address design and optimization using IP Plan tool maintenance.
- Involved in upgrading Rios Riverbeds and IOS upgrade of switches and routers.
- Installation, configuration, and troubleshoot on Riverbed Steelheads
- Network optimization and QoS design and implementation for Cisco Switches and Routers for all platforms.
- Work with remote engineers at the site for issues.
- Configuration of IP phones, Polycom conference phones, voice mails, creating user account logins for phones in CUCM and CUE.
- Coordinate and work with off shore team.
- Routers and Switching infrastructure management and configuration.
- Manage and troubleshoot Wireless network.
- Trouble shooting complex Routing and Switching problems and escalated incidents.
- LAN, WAN, BAN configuration in MPLS environment
- Prepare Trend Analysis based on link usage and hardware utilization.
- Implement capacity management processes
- Provides 3rd level technical support on data network related issues.
- Installation of new hardware and software integration into the network including testing and implementation.
- Improve Service Level Agreements.
- Maintains and monitor network utilization and make necessary changes whenever required.
- To lead Network monitoring and complex troubleshooting activities over supported network/IT Infrastructure covering multi - vendor and multi-site large enterprise environment.
- Lead all critical P1/P2 incidents reported by business and Collaborate with other technical SMEs on all incidents affecting production systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network and Security incidents, Coordinate with wider team (onsite and offshore), OEM support teams to resolve issues
- Lead technical discussions and have up to date knowledge on the latest industry trends and technology.
- Measure, report and Maintain all service delivery KPIs / SLA as defined in the service contract.
- Analyze data relationships and dependencies, business and service delivery processes and communication needs regarding existing and new systems
- To raise equipment Return Material Authorizations (RMA's) and to track these through to problem resolution
- Follow up on problem management and investigate workarounds and permanent fixes for reoccurring incidents
- Executes activities safely in accordance with the relevant Technology and HSE Standards.
- Reports events and hazards in a timely and accurate manner.
Environment: Cisco 3750/4500/3500/2960 switches and Cisco 3845/3600/2900 routers, Nexus 5k,7k, EGRP, Riverbed Steelhead, Wireless Controllers and access points, Security Firewalls 5500 series.
Lead Network Engineer
Confidential, Washington, DC
Responsibilities:
- Gathering requirements from Business and implementing Change orders in Confidential . INC Region network infrastructure.
- Investigating existing setup and identifying changes that could satisfy business requirements and implement them.
- Worked on Cisco Layer 2 switches (spanning tree, VLAN)
- Implemented Site - to-Site VPNs over the internet by Dell Sonicwall Firewalls
- Network Redesign for Small Office/Campus Locations. This includes changes to both the voice and data environment.
- Use and maintain routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF and BGP on the Routers in the network & also worked on BGP Route Reflectors
- Configured and designed LAN networks with Access layer switches such as Cisco 2960 switches.
- Involved in complete LAN, WAN, Extranet redesign (including IP address planning, designing, installation, pre-configuration of network equipment, testing, and maintenance) in both Campus and Branch networks.
- Configured multiple VLANS for different equipment's and other devices in the environment (Legacy machines, PC's, Printers, guest and others)
- Worked on configuring, upgrading and verifying the HP operation system.
- Experience working with Cisco 2960,3850 & 3650 devices.
- Worked as a part of data center deployment where we converted from HP Pro Curve 1810 to Cisco 3850
- Working on routing protocols like BGP, RIP and EIGRP
- Coordinating with vendors for movement of Date centers and migrating WAN links to new locations
- Configured HSRP for all VLANs in Campus region.
- Prepare network documentation such as Network diagrams, updating SOPs and updating all documents with relevant changes and uploading it into shared Netinfo Inventory.
- Created manuals, Data Flow Diagrams, and ER diagrams using MS Visio.
- Configuring routing neighborship with partners and controlling routing updates with Filter lists for security
- Involved in Switching Technology Administration including creating and managing VLANs, Port security, Trunking, STP, InterVlan routing and LAN security.
- Deployed a large-scale HSRP solution to improve the uptime of collocation customers, in the event a core routeqr became unreachable.
- Expanded Wifi to entire campus coverage with Aerohive using Hive Manager.
- Having Data Center Design Experience, installing and Configuring Network Devices in a Data Center including patching the cables in the Patch Panel.
- Troubleshooting and resolve the Splunk - performance, search poling, log monitoring issues; role mapping, dashboard creation etc.
- Implemented HSRP on the Cisco 2960 Layer 3 switches and EIGRP, OSPF on 4 Cisco 3850
- Extensive knowledge and troubleshooting in data communication protocols and standards including TCP/IP, IEEE 802.3, Cable Modem, POE, Multilayer Switching.
- Provide Remote support for Windows Servers.
- Other responsibilities included documentation and supporting other teams.
- Technology Used: Routing, Switching, Firewalls, VPN Tunnels, GRE, STP, HSRP, SNMP, VLANS, BGP, Natting
Environment: Cisco2960,3600,3500 switches and Cisco 3850/3650/2800 routers, HP Switches, Checkpoint, SonicWall Firewall, Aerohive, Hive Manager, OSPF, BGP, VLAN, HSRP, LAN, WAN, GRE, IPV4.
Network Engineer
Confidential, Houston, TX
Responsibilities:
- Project oriented role in Data Center infrastructure with migration, implementation, deployment and design
- Provided change control process for complex route optimization support and standards to existing and new migrations.
- Experience in converting WAN routing from EIGRP/OSPF to BGP which also involved converting from point to point circuits to MPLS circuits where OSPF is used for local routing only. Design and configuration for DMVPN/iWAN
- Maintenance and administration of the access layer devices and Data Center.
- Team member for the Configuration of Cisco 7206 router with VPN and Configuration of Catalyst switches.
- Done Bandwidth Upgrading for remote sites, Implemented multiple Wireless Access Points.
- Administration and operational experience Fabric Path, OTV and FCoE on Cisco Nexus 7k.
- Experience in Upgrading, degrading and managing the Palo Alto Firewalls using Panorama.
- Troubleshooting of protocol based policies on Palo Alto Firewalls and changing the policies as per the requirement and as per traffic flow.
- Deployment of Palo Alto firewall into the network. Configured and wrote Access - list policies on protocol based services.
- Experience with design and configuring Overlay Transport Virtualization on Cisco NX-OS devices like Nexus 7000.
- Performed system validation, testing and test automation development in Telecom/ Datacom and client/ server technologies.
- Initiate and maintain productive relationship with consortium representatives, California Department of Health Services, and California Health Care Exchange representatives.
- Experience with Splunk technical implementation, Planning, customization, integration with big data and statistical and analytical modelling.
- Migration of network devices (F5, Juniper, Aruba, Riverbed, Routers& switches) from one zone to other. Changing the management IP address.
- Supported wireless networking team working on Aruba wireless.
- Experience in deploying Splunk across the UNIX and windows environment.
- Directed installing, and testing of equipment's like modems and routers to ensure that products meet specifications and codes according to client requirement.
- Authored functional specifications for new SonicWall features.
- Experience in Configuring VPC, VDC and ISSU software upgrade in Nexus 7010 Including NX-OS Virtual Port Channels, Nexus port profiles, Nexus Version 4.2 and 5.0, Nexus VPC peer link.
- Responsible for layer 2 securities which was implemented using a dedicated VLAN ID for all the trunk ports and setting the user ports to non-trucking, deployed port security when possible for user ports.
- Working with telecom companies including Confidential and Sprint for WAN connection link between headquarters and remote sites.
- Analyzed current cloud services market dynamics and augmented existing Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure Planning and Design and also for Cloud Services.
- Troubleshooting and management of the Cisco Voice Solution, Installation and support of Voice circuits.
- Voice circuits and inventory management.
- Worked on connecting to database and fetch the data with Python.
- Created manuals, Data Flow Diagrams, and ER diagrams using MS Visio.
- Managed the F5 BigIP GTM/LTM appliances to include writing iRules, SSL offload and everyday task of creating WIP and VIPs.
- Upgraded load balancers from Radware to F5 BigIPv9 which improved functionality and scalability in the enterprise.
- Performed OSPF, BGP, DHCP Profile, HSRP, IPV6, Bundle Ethernet implementation on ASR 9K redundant pair.
- Deploying and decommissioning the VLANs on core ASR 9K, 5K and its downstream devices.
- Used load balancers ACE and Load balancing technique with multiple components for efficient performance and to increase reliability through redundancy.
- Performed troubleshooting, fixed and deployed many Python bug fixes.
- Troubleshooting for Layer 2 LAN technologies but not limited to Ethernet (Switched, FastE, and GigE), Spanning-Tree, VLANs, VTP, and Trunking (802.1q). Deliver installation of wireless networking infrastructure
- Work with Load Balancing team to build connectivity to production and disaster recovery servers through F5 Big IP LTM load balancers.
- Configuration and troubleshooting of Nexus 7010, 5020, 2248 devices.
- Installed and tested Cisco router and switching operations using OSPF routing protocol and MPLS switching for stable VPNs.
- Hardware used in DMVPN are Cisco 2691 and 3725 routers for Multiple IPSec Pass- through is only supported on Cisco IOS software releases.
- Work closely with network engineers, field technicians, equipment vendors, and telecom carriers to troubleshoot and resolve various types of network issues and outages.
- Experience in Checkpoint IP Appliances R61, R65, R70, R75, R77 & Cisco ASA Firewalls.
- Good knowledge and hands on experience of implemented firewall policies to Cisco ASA.
- Plan and integrate Microsoft Skype for Business Unified Communications hosted solution for temporary Corporate Headquarters.
- Involved in the troubleshooting aspects of complex network infrastructure using routing protocols like EIGRP, OSPF and BGP. Used MS Visio to meet these requirements
- Wrote python routines to log into the websites and fetch data for selected options.
- Optimized performance of the WAN network consisting of Cisco 3550, 3750, 4500, 6500 switches by configuring VLANs.
- Experience in Networking, Security, Systems & Datacom, Technical support for all clients, Selling/ upselling of Datacom products.
- Experience with Class of Service/Quality of Service configuration and administration.
- Configured VLANs with 802.1q tagging. Configured Trunk groups, ether channels, and Spanning tree for creating Access/distribution and core layer switching architecture.
- Performed IOS upgrades on Catalyst 2900, 3500, 4500 series switches and 2500, 2600, 3600, 7200 series routers.
Environment: Cisco Switches 2900/3500/3550/4500/3750/6500 series and Cisco Routers 7200/3600/3800/ 2600/2800 series, Nexus 5K/7K series, Cisco Voice, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco ASA 5500, Check Points R61/ R65/ R70/ R75/ R77, DMVPN, F5 Load balancer, VLAN, WAN, STP, RIP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, LAN, VPN and HSRP.
Network Engineer
Confidential, Reston, VA
Responsibilities:
- Installation and Configuration of Cisco Catalyst switches 6500, 3750 & 3550 series and configured routing protocol OSPF, EIGRP, BGP with Access Control lists implemented as per Network Design Involved in the redistribution into OSPF on the core
- Troubleshooting LAN connectivity and hardware issues in the network as per the company requirements.
- Experience in configuring security policies includes PAT, VPN, NAT, Access - control lists and Route-maps.
- Performed IOS upgrades 2500, 2800, 3600, 3800, 7200 series routers with HSRP.
- Configured routers using routing protocols such as RIP, OSPF and BGP.
- Installed FireEye tools to provide network security, end point security, detecting threats and preventing from threats.
- Coordinated with various telecom carries to troubleshoot and fix network issues and with onsite/colocations technicians to build, install and connect routers, switches and terminal servers.
- Design, implementation and troubleshooting (disaster recovery) of the LAN IP infrastructure using Layer 2 / Layer 3 switching, STP, Gigabit Ethernet and Trunking / channeling technologies.
- Troubleshooting of protocol based policies on Palo Alto firewalls and changing the policies as per the requirement and as per traffic flow.
- Configuring, Managing and Maintaining Networking Equipment's such as Nexus 5000, 7000, Catalyst 6500.
- Performed migration project involving migration of edge routers cisco 7600 to Juniper MX 240 and MX 480 as a part of data center edge routers migration.
- Worked in configuring and troubleshooting switching and routing protocols on Juniper EX series switches.
- Experience working with Skype for Business to communicate. Create design documentation including logical diagrams.
- Experience in ASR routers ASR 5k, ASR 9k and ASR 9000 in enterprise network environment.
- Configured STP for loop prevention on Cisco Switches.
- Managed Core network upgrade, Unified Communications & Identity Services Engine (ISE) deployment.
- Configured and maintained BIG IP F5 load balancers LTM 1600 for load balancing and application redundancy.
- Providing Network Support in the designing and implementation of P2P over T1s Frame Relay, IP over Frame Relay.
- Implemented Cisco and Aruba Wireless Controllers, Aruba Wireless Access Points at corporate site as a part of WLAN Infrastructure.
- Worked with senior network engineers for multiple site upgrades comprising of data and VOIP equipment's and also in re-configuring the new devices, as well as making sure projects are done under defined timelines.
- Design OSPF Areas for reliable Access Distribution and for Core IP Routing.
- Experience in Datacom Operations Center responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting all the technical operations, LAN, WAN, Routers, Switches, Hubs and other network equipment.
- Security policy review and configuration in Palo Alto.
- Configured security features such as IPSEC VPN, TLS and SSL.
- Configured Cisco ISE for Domain Integration and Active Directory Integration.
- Analyzed and monitored incident management and incident resolution problems using Splunk.
- Working as a VOIP Implementer in Migrating/Deploying new voice infrastructure in Cisco.
- Involved in domain management and SSL certificate for website.
- Hands on experience on Juniper EX switches: EX2200, EX2500, EX3200 and EX4200 Series.
- Technical Support for fault diagnosis, analysis & rectification of LAN & WAN networks.
- Troubleshoot issues related to VLAN, VLAN Trunking, HSRP failovers, related issues.
- Understand requirements of the client to deploy an efficient network.
Environment: Cisco switches and Cisco routers, Nexus: 2000, 5000, 7000 series switches, ASR9000, Redundancy Protocols: LAN, WAN, HSRP, VLAN, STP, VTP, RSTP, PVST, NAT, PAT, ACL, Route-maps, Routing Protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, F5, RIP, Syslog-NG, Load balancers, SSL, TLS.
Network Engineer
Confidential, San Jose, CA
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for implementing, engineering & level 2 support of existing network technologies / services & integration of new network technologies / services.
- Experience in Installing, configuring, and maintaining of Cisco Switches (2900, 4500, 3500, 7200), Cisco Routers (7200, 3600, 2800, 2900) & ASR 1000, Nexus 5k & 2k, f5 BIG IP.
- Worked on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of LAN/WAN (ISDN, Frame relay, NAT, DHCP, TCP/IP).
- Knowledge on VOIP protocols like H.323, RTP, SIP and good understanding about VOIP devices.
- Configuration and troubleshooting link state protocols like OSPF in single area and multiple areas.
- Web Filtering and Categorizing on Proxies and Web Gateways.
- Collecting and Maintaining logs and reports for Audit Purposes.
- Involved in design and implementation of Data Center Migration, worked on implementation strategies for the expansion of the MPLS VPN networks.
- Experience with Cisco 3500, 6500 series equipment and configuring and deploying.
- Monitoring and maintaining compliance standards on Company's Endpoints.
- Deploying, Configuring, Upgrading and Monitoring Security Compliance Management products and policies (Endpoint Security, Web Gateway).
- Troubleshooting WAN, LAN issues and provide speedy resolution within SLA.
- Configure new switches/routers and places into the network via Emergency and standard change controls.
- Managing and troubleshooting Security Compliances infrastructure servers on any operational concern.
- Deliver support for Remote Access VPN ad troubleshooting.
- Planned, Prepared, Designed and Implementation of Cisco NAC Appliances in the Networkcomprising of Access, Distribution and Core Layers (All Cisco Catalyst Switches 4500s and 6500 Series)
- Configuring route redistribution between EIGRP and OSPF.
- Involved in Network Designing, Routing, DNS, IP Subnetting, TCP/IP protocol.
- Troubleshoot and resolved dynamic routing, Ethernet switching and host connectivity issues in a window and network environment.
- Primarily focused on Automation and failover capabilities on Security Compliance Operation.
- Involved in maintaining STP, RSTP and PVST+ for the catalyst switches.
- Implemented Trunking protocols like 802.1q on 3750 switches.
- Senior Security Consultant responsible for SIEM on accounts via QRadar 7.2, Tivoli Compliance Insight Manager v8.5 (TCIM), and Tivoli Security Information and Event Management 2.0 (TSIEM) in Enterprise - wide deployments for large IBM account's. IBM HIPAA and FFIEC privileged user monitoring compliance through vendor governance.
- Primary team initiatives include the continual implementation, and administration of QRadar auditing, security, and compliance driven from incident reporting FFIEC and HIPAA privileged user monitoring and governance controls.
- Assisted in backup, restoring and upgrading the Router and switch IOS
- Attended Team meetings and provided comments on existing network and the recommendations to improve the current network Performance
- QRadar 7.2 systems administration, inventory management, and privileged monitoring.
- Ongoing support of the compliance and reporting operations of multiple audited environments.
- Construct protocols for port-security to prevent any unauthorized access to the network.
Environment: Cisco Switches, Cisco Routers, LAN, WAN, EIGRP, OSPF, 802.1q, TCP/IP, Endpoint Security, Network traffic, Cisco Catalyst Switches, NAC, VPN, Anti -Virus.
Jr. Network Engineer
Confidential
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for support of network devices including switches, routers wireless access points, file servers.
- Responsible for the configuration, implementation and operation of Cisco 3745 routers Cisco 6509 and 3560 L2/L3 switches. Removed Cisco 3600 and 2600 series routers and Cisco 2900 series switches from the current infrastructure and replaced them with the Cisco 6509 or 3560 L2/L3 switches.
- Installation and configuration of various Routers like 800, 1600, 2500, 2600 and configuration of various Cisco switches like 2960, 3560.
- Key contributions include troubleshooting of complex LAN/WAN infrastructure that include routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF & BGP.
- Implemented VLANs, Trunk groups, ether channels, and Spanning tree for creating Access/ distribution and core layer switching architecture
- Responsible for troubleshooting complex problems related to the Internet and network interface cards.
- Managed performance, scheduling and career development for team of 15 network engineers.
- Experience in deploying EIGRP/BGP redistribution and the changing the metrics for the primary
- Applied "outside the box" procedures to recover a large volume of lost data needed for the next morning, made hard decisions to achieve goal resulting in great press for the Data Center.
- Received trouble tickets and solved tactical satellite systems related problems of at least two hundred end users.
- Implemented L2 security to protect from internal attacks
- Sound knowledge in routing protocols like Rip, EIGRP, OSPF in IPv4 & IPv6.
- Backup Paths for the packet prioritization and EIGRP tuning.
- Implemented and configured IP Routing Protocols: RIPv2, BGP.
- Knowledge of implementing and troubleshooting complex layer 2 technologies such as VLAN Trunks, VTP, Ether channel, STP and RSTP, MSTP, LACP.
- Switching related tasks included implementing VLANS, VTP, RSTP and Port security.
- Configure and Troubleshoot Spanning Tree protocol in the Switching Network.
- Troubleshoot and repair of local area network outages using Fluke Optiview, Telnet, Sniffer, Ping, Trace Route and Internet Technologies
- Experience on designing and troubleshooting of complex BGP and OSPF routing problems
- Implemented a full service helpdesk solution for tracking and managing all end - users' help requests.
- Resolved many cable failures, thefts and damages of ranging scope in number of affected customers, cable sizes, and duration to resolve. This required applying project management, inter-department coordination skills.
- Developed a safety and fire prevention program and ensuring the work environment in compliance with all safety regulations.
- Worked with IT groups to develop, evaluate and support new Network Management tools.
- Supported MACs (Move/Add/Changes) in both existing and new network.
- Provide project status reports to upper management
Environment: Switches, Routers, Maintenance, L2, EGIRP, OSPF, BGP, LAN, WAN, VLANs.