SUMMARY:

• My objective is to obtain a position as a Telecommunications Specialist. I have extensive experience in network, security, administration, training, systems and network engineering in the enterprise level LAN to WAN networks.
• I am also certified by the F.O.A. & Draka for fiber Optics & Cat 5&6 Cabling. I am also very familiar with LAN,WAN, and CAN BUS systems.
• I have strong personal communication skills and, I easily adapt to work environments.
• I have the ability to organize, prioritize and work under extreme work pressure, heavy work load and deadlines.
• I am very hard working and am constantly improving my skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Network Administrator

• Implemented changes and maintenance for SIPR, NIPR and Centrix networks including firewall mod changes, IP migrations, nomenclatures, policy changes and daily operations of all IP Phone, Call Manager, switches, TACLANE and routers issues.
• Configurations of switches and routers. Creating and maintaining network devices, networks, Vlan, Eigrp, port channeling, point to point networks.
• Documentation of network changes, IP management and Visio drawings. As well as training of new Network Administrators on all operations, SOP, skill set evaluation and trouble - shooting skill training. maintained device configurations, network diagrams, Spectrum and mission logs to properly document information to verify actions that meet mission needs
• Configure, install, and technician level maintenance of CISCO Routers, Switches and Call Manager in support of Voice Over IP (VoIP) and data services across fiber backbone
• Establish, implement, monitor, analyze, troubleshoot, manage, and maintain availability, connectivity, and reliability of LAN/WAN infrastructure, systems policies, procedures, and standards
• Utilize network management tools to monitor and evaluate, implement feasible and expedited solutions, backup, disaster recovery, ensuring outages, corrective actions and health statistics are reported to Theater Network Operations Center

Confidential

Lead Outside Plant Technician

• Fusion Splicing - Fiber Splice Enclosures preparation
• Demonstrate the procedure for repairing faults in telephone cable.
• Understand local operating procedures for ISP and OSP in maintaining main and intermediate distribution frames
• Understand fiber optic theory and concepts
• Termination of fiber optic cable using SC, ST, FC, and SMA connectors
• Understand the Telephone and data cabling network architect.
• Understand the industry standard for fiber optic color code and pairing.

Confidential, Norfolk, VA

Network Administrator

• Implemented changes and maintenance for SIPR, NIPR and Centrix networks including firewall mod changes, IP migrations, nomenclatures, policy changes and daily operations of all IP Phone, Call Manager, switches, TACLANE and routers issues.
• Configurations of switches and routers. Creating and maintaining network devices, networks, Vlan, Eigrp, port channeling, point to point networks.
• Documentation of network changes, IP management and Visio drawings. As well as training of new Network Administrators on all operations, SOP, skill set evaluation and trouble-shooting skill training.

Confidential, Newport News, VA

Raytheon Radar Technician

• CAN BUS integration
• Installed, programed and maintained Nautopilot NP5400 to ensure accurate track steering
• Integrated various bridge systems to include the Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS), Automatic Identification System (AIS), and Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
• Provided technical assistance, assessment, corrective action and groom support as tasked.

Confidential, Norfolk, VA

Fiber Optics Technician

• Fiber Optic Cable
• Termination of more than 500 connectors (ST and SC)
• Fusion Splicing - Fiber Splice Enclosures preparation
• Cable (Corning and Pirelli ribbon) up to 432 counts.
• Coordinate activities, resources, equipment and information
• Liaise with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope and objectives
• Make certain that clients’ needs are met as the project evolves Help prepare project proposals, timeframes, schedule and budget
• Monitor and track project’s progress and handle any issues that arise Act as the point of contact and communicate project status adequately to all participants Use project management tools to monitor working hours, budget, plans and money spend

Confidential

Telecommunications Specialist

• Performed advanced installation, operation, and maintenance of cable infrastructures and command and control telephony systems.
• Programmed multiple PBX system such as Nortel SL-100, Redcom HDX, VX-900, VOIP, & ISDN Phone Systems.
• Ten years of experience of inside plant operation and maintenance experience, installation, testing terminating, splicing, and repair of telecommunications equipment
• Managed budgeting, inventory, plans, quality control, and operations of garrison inside and outside plant telecommunications networks.
• Ten years of experience installing telephone and switchboards, laying wire and cable, adjusting equipment for proper operation, recovering wire, locating wire system faults, and operating switchboards.
• Understands the industry standards of the National Electric Code (NEC)
• Ten year of experience installing aerial and underground fiber optic and copper cable.
• Installed and preserved inside and outside plant, cable types and the proper uses for voice, and data cables, patch panels, and wall jacks.
• Supervised the installation of outside and interior copper and fiber cabling, fiber optic modems, fiber multiplex equipment, fiber patch panels.
• Involved in the setup of multiple cabinets, cable ladder and rack systems, and equipment components in the cabinets
• Consistently managed a team of at least sixteen communications professionals for ten years.
• Performed troubleshooting on network hardware, software and cabling.