SUMMARY:

• Dedicated and proactive network engineer with broad - based expertise in areas of network administration, Network Engineering, preventative analysis and maintenance. Hardware/software, installations and upgrades, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Creates new processes and improves upon existing processes to increase the productivity and efficiency of an organization. Manage multifaceted and technically sophisticated projects and ongoing operations Reduced network slowdowns Increased network availability and reliability by increasing speed and redundancy to major server network connections by use of Wireshark Sniffer to identify bottlenecks in the network and upgrading core equipment Ensure high availability of enterprise voice Administration and data platforms that support internal business operations and external clients Performed and analyzed data captures used in troubleshooting company-wide network and application issues.
• Provide for the Management and Administration of technologies and infrastructure platforms ensure high availability of enterprise voice and data platforms that support internal business operations and external clients Implementation of infrastructure upgrades, to include network, storage, and server changes Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues affecting business operations.
• Serve as a technical escalation tier for Infrastructure and Technical Support co-workers Prepare and maintain up to date documentation for internal and external customers detailing configuration of proposed and/or deployed solutions using Visio Maintain and support a converged infrastructure that consists of Cisco UCS server platform, Cisco network backbone, VMware Assist in administering Active Directory, and other corporate platforms Make recommendations and advise the Technology management team relative to the IT Infrastructure functions, to include researching, evaluating, procuring, designing and implementing solution to improve client services or support business operations.
• Administer firewall devices, such as Cisco ASA firewalls and VPN IPSEC technologies Implement and administer Information Security appliances, such as IDS/IPS, ASA Assist in the implementation of security and/or audit controls to be in compliance with corporate security requirements Provide information, training and technical support for users with varying levels of IT knowledge and competence
• Manage local land wide area connectivity, to include coordination with circuit carriers provided data analysis and second-level network support for LAN, WAN, voice over IP, and wireless data communications for factory locations nationwide.
• Support development of strategic plans for operation and growth. Managed, analyzed, and monitored data communication for IP addresses. Provided data analysis and third-level network support for LAN, WAN, Collaborated with application developers, debugging and improving network behavior of new applications before start of production.
• Defines system and application architecture and provides vision, problem anticipation and problem solving ability to the organization.
• Responsible for infrastructure architecture and design for an organization on an enterprise level
• Advanced troubleshooting skills, with deep experience in systems, network and server infrastructure, with a proactive prevention-oriented and problem-solving mindset
• Voice & data networking experience to include Cisco Catalyst 6500, Nexus 7000, Nexus 5000 switching, VLAN switching, QOS, and RADIUS/MAC-authentication
• Some Active Directory experience Expertise in IIS and Windows 2008 Server Administration.
• Experience in network technologies, such as OSPF, BGP, HSRP, GLBP, DMVPN, MPLS, VPN, VLAN, EtherChannel and QoS
• 18 years infrastructure experience working in a mission critical environment
• 18 years of Cisco networking experience
• Experience with Linux Administration platform
• Proven experience demonstrating good judgment in solving problems as well as identifying proactive measures Ability to coordinate IT infrastructure projects, identifying tasks and tracking deliverables Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service oriented and ability to interact with clients, staff, and management teams. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills for coordinating with staff
• Detail-oriented with risk management mindset
• Proactive and progressive demonstrated increase in role and responsibilities
• Have worked in high pressure, high growth and high transaction environments comfortable working in a dynamic fast paced environment
• Possess strong organizational and communication skills
• Am able to work independently,
• Demonstrate a high standard for excellence able to juggle multiple tasks and priorities
• Effectively estimate work accurately and produce deliverables on-time

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Directed, maintenance and management of all Cisco Device
• Implemented OC3 Implementation of Network Infrastructure strengthen effectiveness of Telecom Operations and Voice Networks
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Cisco Networks Analysis and Planning
• Cisco Switches and Routers
• ASA Security Network Management
• EMR Network Systems Planning
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge-based regarding Cisco network infrastructure including switches, routers, VPN’s, and firewalls verseeing intrusion detection and prevention
• Managed network protocol traffic and QOS configuration, administered network services and IP addressing facilitating multiple operating systems
• Create Technical Docs
• Have Production Testing Plan
• Network Security Plan
• Have Switch Readiness
• Have disaster recovery Plan
• Install LAN Management Solution
• Have IP routing Strategy
• IP address Standards
• Device Naming Standards
• Data Center Resource Migration
• Core Port Assignments
• Network Device Inventory
• IP Network VLAN Inventory
• Environment Requirements
• Install Network Analysis Module
• Internal/External network assessment including penetration tests
• Internet vulnerability assessment
• Firewall diagnostic assessment
• VPN assessment
• Security policies and procures assessment

SKILLS & EXPERTISE:

• Cisco IOS
• Cisco Switches
• Cisco Security
• Cisco Routers
• Cisco Nexus
• Cisco Wireless
• Cisco Technologies
• Switches Networking
• VPN
• ASA
• Troubleshooting
• IP address Standards
• Network Security
• LAN Management Solution
• Network Analysis Module
• WAN

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, San Diego, California

Lead Sr. Network Engineer

• Lead the strategy, architecture, and infrastructure that support Denso Wireless and IP voice global network.
• Evaluate, test, recommend, and implement specific network solutions.
• Manage assigned network related tasks for projects.
• Perform engineering, design and technical support for internal and external networks.
• Coordinate with other offices any network changes or activities that could affect them.
• Schedule and coordinate installation and maintenance of software/hardware on the network.
• Provide hands-on support, maintenance, performance monitoring, and optimization of all LAN/WAN infrastructure including physical cable plant, wireless, and associated equipment.
• Provide planning and technical support to determine network business needs throughout the company.
• Comply with all standard internal controls and processes.
• Ensure that system improvements are successfully implemented monitored to gain the greatest efficiencies.
• Manage network projects related to technology pilots, conversions, implementations, etc.
• Troubleshoot the most complex network issues as level 2/3 engineering support.
• Manage the installation of data communication lines, networking and security equipment.
• Responsible for insuring compatibility and connection of networks between offices.
• Responsible for network security including but not limited to intrusion/virus protection. Anti-spam, virtual private network(s), and fire wall(s).
• Prepare proper schedules, estimates, and status communications.

Network Engineer

• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations.
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning.
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
• Implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the organization’s security team.
• Establish network priorities as they relate to the achievement of short and long-term business goals and objectives.
• Interface with users at sites, consultants, technical teams, and vendors for maximum guidance.
• Survey performance needs and goals, based on documented metrics, of LAN/WAN users and designs.
• Specify and document configurations accordingly using outside support resources.
• Responsible for insuring compatibility and connection of networks between SPE offices.
• Develop charts and diagrams to explain network operation and to train managers and others in proper use.
• Analyze workload, including traffic and utilization trends.
• Monitors appropriate security procedures to safeguard system from physical harm and viruses, unauthorized users, and damage to data.

Lead Sr. Network Engineer

• Ensure compatibility of all communications and computer hardware/software.
• Full knowledge of the business and architecture of the network.
• Ensure Network Operations notification and escalation procedures are accurately followed.
• Lead the strategy, architecture, and infrastructure that support IP voice global network.
• Configure Cisco ASA 5520 Firewall Services Module on Nexus 7000 to increase security at the Enterprise level.
• Create site to site VPN Crypto Tunnels on Casco’s ASA 5520 to support Vendors and off campus support.
• Configure Nexus 7000s for Readiness with QOS.
• Design and propose layer 3 solutions at each IDF 3750 Switch for VLAN configurations.
• Design a Distribution, Core to support the layer 2 Cisco 3750 device.
• Direct and Design LAN/WAN Data Convergence.
• Design and Implement Cisco’s Enterprise IP solution globally.
• Lead Architectural design changes to support IP.
• Architect and Lead major Enterprise projects such as; Corporate relocation, Data Center build out and relocation.
• Design and propose layer 3 solutions at each 3750 Switch for VLAN configurations.
• Designed and implemented Dual Homed BGP internet providers with Verizon and Time warner.
• Global IP Address scheme change, WAN technology replacement, Enterprise LAN infrastructure rebuilds including router and switch replacement.
• Network Core assessment and rebuild, NOC replacement contract negotiation and implementation.
• Convert Flat Network infrastructure to multiple VLAN configuration.
• Convert Frame-Relay/ATM WAN to SES Network. Responsible for Core Data Center.
• Cisco 7206 Core router equipped with OC12 MPLS, Cisco ASA5510.
• Firewall, Cisco 7206 Core internet routers with duel ISP connection equipped with OC12 MPLS, Cisco Corporate office hosting 1200 users, a Data Center, a small NOC and Development Lab for Voice and Data Applications.

Lead Sr. Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Direct and Design LAN/WAN Data Convergence with Voice over IP in the Enterprise.
• Design and Implement IP Telephony solution globally.
• Lead Architectural design changes to support VoIP.
• Lead Architect and Lead major Enterprise projects such as; Corporate relocation, Data Center build out and relocation,
• Global IP Address scheme change, WAN technology replacement, Enterprise LAN infrastructure rebuilds including router and switch replacement,
• VoIP roll out to the Enterprise, Network Core assessment and rebuild, NOC replacement contract negotiation and implementation,
• Convert Flat Network infrastructure to multiple VLAN configuration
• Convert Frame-Relay/ATM WAN to SES Network. Responsible for Core Data Center
• Supporting 5000 end users configured with dual Cisco 6509 Distribution switches
• Cisco 7206 Core router equipped with OC12 MPLS, Cisco ASA5510 Firewall,
• Ensure compatibility of all communications and computer hardware/software.
• Full knowledge of the business and architecture of the network.
• Ensure Network Operations notification and escalation procedures are accurately followed.
• Lead the strategy, architecture, and infrastructure that support IP voice global network.
• Configure Cisco ASA 5520 Firewall Services Module on Nexus 7000 to increase security at the Enterprise level.
• Create site to site VPN Crypto Tunnels on Casco’s ASA 5520 to support Vendors and off campus support.
• Configure Nexus 7000s for Readiness with QOS.
• Design and propose layer 3 solutions at each IDF 3750 Switch for VLAN configurations.
• Design a Distribution, Core to support the layer 2 Cisco 3750 device.
• Direct and Design LAN/WAN Data Convergence.
• Design and Implement Cisco’s Enterprise IP solution globally.
• Lead Architectural design changes to support IP.
• Architect and Lead major Enterprise projects such as; Corporate relocation, Data Center build out and relocation.
• Design and propose layer 3 solutions at each 3750 Switch for VLAN configurations.
• Designed and implemented Dual Homed BGP internet providers with Verizon and Time warner.
• Global IP Address scheme change, WAN technology replacement, Enterprise LAN infrastructure rebuilds including router and switch replacement.
• Network Core assessment and rebuild, NOC replacement contract negotiation and implementation.
• Convert Flat Network infrastructure to multiple VLAN configuration.
• Convert Frame-Relay/ATM WAN to SES Network. Responsible for Core Data Center.
• Cisco 7206 Core router equipped with OC12 MPLS, Cisco ASA5510.
• Firewall, Cisco 7206 Core internet routers with duel ISP connection equipped with OC12 MPLS, Cisco Corporate office hosting 1200 users, a Data Center, a small NOC and Development Lab for Voice and Data Applications
• Redundant, Cisco 3845 router, with redundant OC3 provision.
• Cisco VPN 50 remote sites configured with ATM and Multilink Frame-Relay and its VoIP Voice Application configuration.
• Corporate office hosting 600 users, a Data Center, a small NOC and Development Lab for Voice and Data Applications.

Network Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Facilitated processes of design, installation, configuration, and support.
• Researched, tested, evaluated, and recommended data communications hardware and software.
• Identified areas of operation needing equipment upgrades, such as routers, switches, modems, CSU/DSUs, and fiber optics.
• Performed ongoing analysis, health monitoring, and system and equipment upgrades.
• Collaborated with telecommunications and wiring contractors on additions, moves, and changes. Installed, supported, and repaired data communications equipment for computer systems across corporate campus of 12 buildings, 10 distribution centers, and accounting facilities.
• Migrated users from Ethernet and token ring hubs/Mau to Ethernet switches.
• Performed on-going analysis, health monitoring, and system and equipment upgrades.