SUMMARY:

• Cisco Certified Network engineer with over 7+ years of expertise in Designing, Implementing and troubleshooting various Network Technologies.
• Proven track record solving IP network issues in timely and cost - efficient manner while maintaining client Service Level Agreements up-time.
• Extensive understanding of networking concepts, (IE. Configuration of networks, router configuration and wireless security, TCP/IP, VPN, Content Filtering, VLANs, and routing in LAN/WAN, Ethernet Port, Patch Panel and wireless networks.)
• Expertise in planning, designing, installing, and configuring of Cisco 7600, 7200,
• 3800, 3600, 2800, 2600, 2500 and 1800 series routers, Cisco Catalyst 6500, 4500, 3750, 2950, and 3500XL series switches.
• Seasoned professional in Checkpoint firewall policy administration and support between various zones.
• Implemented firewalls using Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Cisco PIX, Checkpoint Provider-1 /SiteManager-1 NGX R65, Firewall-1/VPN-1 NGX R65 Gateways, Secure Platforms.
• Monitoring many IT disciplines such as Applications, Security, and Server Administration.
• Checkpoint IP Appliances R65, R70, R75, R77, and Cisco ASA Firewalls.
• Implemented remote access points capable of extending any VLAN from the main campus to any Wired/Wireless RAP port anywhere in the world.
• Proficient in configuration of routing protocols like RIP, IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF multiple areas and BGP.
• Involved in troubleshooting of DNS, DHCP and other IP conflict problems
• Monitored the network in order to identify any irregularities in user activity and provide quality documentation.
• Good knowledge and experience in Installation, Configuration and Administration of Windows, HTTP, FTP, DNS, NTP, DHCP servers under various LAN and WAN environments
• Extensive experience in Windows Wintel Servers at single or multi domain platforms.
• Worked on Palo alto design and installation (Application and URL filtering, Threat Prevention, Data Filtering).
• Configure all Palo alto Networks Firewall models (PA-2k, PA-3k, PA-5k etc.) as well as a centralized management system (Panorama) to manage large scale Firewall deployments.
• Performed Active Directory administration and configuration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Senior Network Engineer

Confidential, Milwaukee, WI

• Installed and configured Cisco switches to merge voice and Data network infrastructure
• Standardized site surveying, positioning, and configuration for WLAN upgrades for coverage in office areas, large-scale manufacturing warehouses, and outdoor layouts
• Executed configurations for routers, switches, wireless AP's, and WLAN controllers using Cisco/HP hardware
• Implementing and troubleshooting firewall rules in Palo Alto, Cisco ASA 5540, 5580, Juniper, Checkpoint R77.20 Gaia and VSX as per the business requirements
• Worked on migration from Cisco ASA/ Checkpoint to new Palo Alto Firewall using Migration tool 3.0
• Upgrade of Checkpoint firewalls and management servers from Splat R75.30 to Gaia R77.20
• Responsible for Check Point, Cisco ASA and Palo-Alto firewalls configuration and administration across global networks.
• Troubleshooting and Configuration of Palo Alto, Cisco ASA 5580, 5540, fwsm, firewalls for all the agencies connecting to Citynet.
• Provide support for 2Tier and 3Tier firewall architecture, which includes various Checkpoint, Cisco ASA firewalls and Palo-Alto firewalls.
• Coordinated change management for network moves and changes. Updated Remedy ticket requests.
• Assisted remote engineers with troubleshooting network issues in remote offices.

Associate Network Engineer

Confidential, Chicago, IL

• Managed routers, switches, wireless networks and aided in feasibility studies.
• Imparted 1st and 2nd tier support and scrutinized network documentation.
• Enforced network standards, processes and security requirements and coordinated with campuses and business units.
• Coordinated with vendors as well as evaluated network statistics.
• Aided Sr. Network Engineers in enforcing major initiatives as well as acted as escalation technical resource in support of data technicians.
• Performed multiple installations and troubleshooting of WAN circuits (T1-PRIs) for both voice and data utilizing both Mitel switches and Cisco's 3560s, 2960, 6509, and 8540s.
• Operational tasks included solving VPN, Bluecoat proxy, switching, and routing issues.
• Identified and resolved issues with routers, switches and circuits.
• Coordinated WAN analysis and WAN migration.

Desktop Support Engineer

Confidential, Chicago, IL

• Provided desktop and laptop support for IBM systems, supported users on setting up multiple network printers, managed hardware and software failure due to viruses, network cabling and termination and punch down keystone jacks and patch boards.
• Provided Networking support for Cisco Routers and Switches.
• Reduced ticket time to resolution from 14 days to 2 days.
• Resolved complex technical issues that arose on client computer using troubleshooting
• Successfully troubleshot and resolved end-user complications through research and effective follow up practices.
• Managed data center and network closets equipment and cabling.
• Served as initial point of contact for customer inquiries, solved technical issues and escalated issues to appropriate support personnel.
• Performed weekly and monthly scheduled maintenance on printers in service, including monitoring cartridge levels and paper inventory.
• Performed security audits, patch remediation, and software package creation using LANDesk.