SUMMARY:

• To use my knowledge, and experience in a multi - vendor infrastructure environment where I can apply my skills and training in areas that include; Communications, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Design, Implementation, Security, and Scripting.
• An accomplished Network Engineer, who is seeking a Network Engineering position with a company that will provide technical exposure to a variety of technologies, opportunity, career advancement and training.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• I’m familiar with the following hardware, routing and switching protocols, and technology; RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, HSRP, MPLS, Confidential, STP, VTP . Cisco 2600, CRS-16, ASR-9010, ASR-9922, 7609, ASR9000 NV Satellite routers. Cisco C atalyst 2900, 3650, 3750, 3850, 4500, 4900, 6500 series switches. Juniper models MX-960, and EX4550. Compass EOS routers. Windows 10 /8 / 7 / Vista / XP / 2003 / 2000 (Microsoft Visual Studio .NET 2003, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Visio, Project). Mac OS X. Zimbra web-based open-Source email. Proficient knowledge of Cisco IOS, and Juniper Junos OS.
• LAN/WAN/Wireless Network Design and Implementation of Aruba Wireless Networks.
• Configuration exposure for - point to point T1 links, VLANs, 802.1q trunks, Port-channels, Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces. Also, familiar with IPSec VPN tunnels implementation.
• Created and updated Visio network documents and designs.
• Adhered to Change Management process, while implementing network changes within a complex production environment.
• Communication closet and Data Center Cabling Build-outs for Cat 5/6 cables, Coax, (Cross-connects).
• LAN connectivity testing using network test equipment (e.g. Fluke, DAVE - 3 Tester).
• Ability to successfully troubleshoot layer 1 - 7 network routing and switching related issues.
• Object oriented programming with C++ Language.

WORK E XPERIENCE:

Confidential, Piscataway/Newark, NJ

Network Operations - Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Completed Network design, implementation, and support for dorms, hospital buildings, Administrative, Data Center, and Educational buildings.
• These projects included LAN switching and routing support for data, video, VOIP and Wireless users.
• Deeply involved in the design of the access, aggregation, and core layers of the Confidential network through the full life-cycle of varied projects.
• I created Network Diagrams using Microsoft Visio, for new dorm buildings, Administrative, and Educational buildings.
• Implemented configurations for network-wide upgrade from Cisco router’s to Juniper routers, and network-wide upgrade of Cisco aggregate switches from Cisco 4912G to 3850-12S-S.
• Coordination with the NOC(Network Operations Center), and User Groups in order to design VLAN requirements, during upgrades, and new deployments.
• Acted as lead Engineer on two Data-Center consolidation, and upgrade projects.
• Design, Implementation, and Operational Support for Cancer Institute of New Jersey, High Point Solutions Stadium( Confidential Football Stadium), RAC( Confidential Athletic Center), Administrative Services Buildiings, Confidential Business School, Confidential School for Mathematics at Hill Center, National Transit Institute, RU Foundation, IEEE History Center, Confidential Student Centers, Computer Research and Engineering Building, Center for Advanced Biotechnology & Medicine, Golden Dome Athletic Center, Zimmerli Art Library/Museum, New Jersey Medical School, School of Health Professions, School of Dental Medicine, Doctor’s Office Center, International Center for Public Health, School of Nursing, George F. Smith Medical Library, Stanley S. Bergen Building, and Confidential FOCUS Wellness Center.
• Designed and implemented LAN connectivity to support the data, video, Wireless, and VOIP networks for the Confidential University Scarlet Knight Basketball and Football, BIG 10 Conference games.
• Collaborated with Network Engineers at University Hospital in Newark, NJ to allow LAN connectivity for University Hospital doctors, and nurses, while they visit Confidential campuses.
• Proficient use of VTP (Virtual Trunking Protocol), STP (Spanning Tree Protocol), VLAN configuration, NMAP (Network Mapper), OSPF, and Confidential .
• Configured platforms such as Cisco C atalyst 2900, 3650, 3750, 3850, 4500, 4900, 6500 series switches, and Juniper models EX4550 for connectivity throughout the Confidential WAN and LAN.

Confidential, Mount Laurel, NJ

Network Engineer Consultant

Responsibilities:

• Configured, Tested, and Troubleshot circuits on Cisco models, CRS-16, ASR-9010, ASR-9922, 7609, ASR9000 NV Satellite, Juniper models MX-960, and Compass EOS routers.
• Implementation of links to peering customers, carrying SIP traffic. Use of Confidential routing to provide advertisement of Confidential ’s, and needed voice equipment to peering partners. Use of Confidential prefix-set’s, QoS and route policies for proper routing throughout the WAN. Use of LACP/Bundle-Ethernet technology to provide increased bandwidth and efficiency to peers. Use of MD5 password configuration for secure Confidential traffic.
• Support of test and turn-up of new line cards for network growth.
• Demonstrated proficiency in circuit design between peers, and customers. Skilled use of Metasolv to design circuits. Often involved with colo providers when ordering cross-connects and installing equipment. Successfully managed the testing of all Layer 1 issues. Provided support for the order and shipment of equipment based on budget for capacity planning, and network growth. Experience using FileMaker to request equipment from warehouse facilities, based on network transport and edge designs.
• Provided resolutions for complex circuit designs during migrations, in a time-sensitive manner.
• In depth involvement with principal engineers, Confidential NOC, and network core team. Provided lead support on conference calls for discussions involving engineering decisions. Developed close relationships with colo providers, peers, and customers.
• Training in the implementation of Ciena Transport Equipment.
• Successful completion of pre-wiring, also termed “structured wiring”, in order to reduce operational cost, and time during circuit design and turn-up.

Confidential, Easton, PA

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Implementation of Network changes, configurations, and troubleshooting using Linux operating system environment.
• Cisco Confidential (Firewall Services Module) Firewalls.
• Wireless Configuration on Aruba 3200, M3, and 6000, Mobility Controllers.
• As a Network Engineer at Confidential, I was involved in much of the design, and implementation of the growing LAN on campus. My responsibilities include; LAN/WAN designs and configuration builds for the access, distribution, and core layers. I’ve been the lead engineer on campus WLAN upgrade projects. I used management tools such as AirWave Management Suite, NetSpot and Fluke AirMagnet to support the WLAN, and make recommendations for improving wireless coverage.
• Designed and implemented a development wireless network used for planning and staging.
• Regularly used Cisco NAC (Network Admission Control) to allow users, and their devices, as well as other network devices access to the network.
• Created SPAN ports in order to capture network traffic with WireShark, and analyze the data.
• Configured Confidential ’s for Firewall changes.
• Supported a Unified Communications System, which included VoIP, Instant Messaging, Video Calls/Conferencing, and presence. Evaluated and implemented platforms provided by Cisco, Avaya, and eZuce. Often coordinated with telephone room to handle the transition from legacy PBX system to UC system.
• Configuration of Confidential ’s (Virtual Router Forwarding) in an MPLS network.
• Confidential ’s were used to isolate specific traffic e.g. Academic Departments, Faculty, Students, Servers, Management Devices, Security, Unified Communications, etc.

Confidential, Bklyn, N Y

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Within the Confidential, I was assigned multiple server deployment projects, and I created CIR’s (Change Installation Request’s) as part of the Change Management implementation process.
• The Confidential Blade Server Business Solution Project, for increased server services.
• I supported and assisted in the design and implementation of five new Confidential Blade Servers to the Confidential server network.
• The blade servers included two 3020 series Cisco Catalyst Blade Switches, and required redundant LAN connections to distribution switches, an out-of-band console switch, a server management switch, and an out-of-band Confidential .
• Conducted port and interface surveys, created IP subnetting scheme and port survey for Nortel distribution switches, and Cisco Catalyst Blade Switches.
• I created Confidential configurations using standard configuration templates, made hardware changes, and created/updated detailed network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.

Confidential, New York, NY

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• At the NOC, I was given added responsibilities.
• Cisco Aironet Wireless 1130 series Access Point troubleshooting and connectivity restoration, at various locations in New York City, including Confidential headquarters.
• Managed repurposed Network Hardware.
• Documented wireless network topology, and RMA of WAPs to Cisco.

Confidential, New York, NY

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• My responsibilities in the Network Operations Center involved supporting MAN/WAN monitoring. I providing high level network engineering and operational support to ensure the functional health of the firm’s internetwork.
• I am proficient in the staging, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Cisco Catalyst 6500 series switches to provide technical support, and assistance, for implementations and deployments.
• I used a proprietary Trouble Ticketing system called “Falcon”, to document specific work activity, and provided follow-up with ticket resolutions.
• Used network monitoring tools such as Eye of the Storm, Spectrum, and Netcool, to solve problems and issues with other network related outages.

Confidential, Brooklyn, NY

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• The Confidential supports Confidential ’s staff, academic and scholarship research, stock market review, screening, and investment planning groups.
• I used a Web-based server application, which received WAN utilization captures from Network Probes.
• Analyzed bandwidth capacity of international Frame Relay circuits used for the mainframe WAN, to determine whether or not a circuit upgrade was required.
• Participated in the circuit upgrade process to make recommendations for capacity upgrades, which were based on poor or inadequate network performance, using the Global WAN Bandwidth Overview.