Profile

• I am presenting this Cover Letter and Resume in order to apply for a position in the Information Technology Department a position in which you may currently be recruiting for and I am also able to relocate for employment purposes. In an effort to truly to be concise, I wanted to portray not only a long and diverse career, in which you will see throughout the resume, particularly in the Technical Skills area. I also needed to explain the depth of my Personal Responsibilities in my most recent Project/Contract which would also explains the newer Technologies used and my knowledge of them. These areas which were previously just assumed, are now presently their own featured devices another reason for the longer resume. Some of these newer technologies used were the Cisco Nexus-OS Network and Data Center with Virtualization . Another area of new Technology is the IPAM IP Address Management from vendors such as Solar Winds as well as newest Load balancing techniques from vendors such as F5 BIG-IP and devices like the 7250 with modules like the LTM Load Balancing both Network traffic and various Applications as well as APM Application Policy Manager and Link Controllers instead of edge RTRs w/BGP L/S . Additionally, in retrospect, having personally experienced various levels of the IT Management Chain of Command and hiring practices like everything else, seemingly normal Market fluctuations contribute directly to budgeting and moreover, the back and forth Centralization and De-Centralization of IT resources. And, although it seemed we were seeing the beginning of a more positive days ahead, obvious issues outside of our control, such as Current Worldwide Activities , could stall what was looking like a brighter future. I say these things so that you know I am fully aware that it is in your best in your best interest to try to get as much diversified experience as possible, in the least amount of personnel necessary. My thought process is the same, although seen from the opposite side. In an attempt to try and sell you MY specific experienced services as a 20 year IT Professional, particularly in this abundant market of the same, is to try and convince you that I have the right knowledge and aptitude to fulfill your needs. I attempting to do so, I thought the more information you had of me, the better chance I had to satisfy those requirements. Also, I have attached TWO personally created documents that are in regards to both IT/DEPT-SOP's and SECURITY . Hopefully you will have time to go over them as I try and use them as personal guidelines throughout each day.
• A quick summary however, of key areas is that I have more than 20 Years of Diverse IT Departmental Computer Networking and Security, Customer Service and Business experience. These areas of Computer Networking primarily include Switching and Routing for LANs, VLANS, WANs, WLANs and SECURITY from both the outside and the inside, particularly for various VPNs such as MPLS/IPsec/SSL . Moreover, I am familiar with many Security Devices in the ASA-5500's -x Series even, using the Virtual Multi-Context Modes. Additionally, Remote/Mobile user access Duel and multi factor A/A is in high demand due to security concerns, some of these being both Client IPsec - VPN and the Clientless methods SSL VPNs . Both can be used with either the Client-Type , such as various areas of the PIN/RSA-TOKEN method or Cisco ASA IPsec/SSL-VPN termination at DMZ or LTM for Application Pools. On the other hand, there are also clientless, such as RSA Manager's High-Risk User A/A Method or others such as the M/S Radius/Tacacs A-D. I also have extensive knowledge of both Pv4 and IPv6 and have implemented several IPv4 to IPv6 conversions Personal preference Dual Stack methodology , using some of today's latest IPAM's InfoBlox and Solar-Winds Both Come with great IP and Networking tools . Also, I have the familiarity with many SVR/Device OS types such as MS-WIN/UNIX/LINUX and foremost, CISCO Operating Systems like CAT/IOS/SAN-OS/ NX-OS. I am familiar with setup, configuration and monitoring of complete SAN solutions thru the Data Mobility Manager Planning and Design Service as well as the SAN Optimization Service. I am familiar with most DB OS's or Multiple OS's and UCS B, C and M server series. In addition to the Cisco UCS servers, I am familiar with the UCS Fabric Interconnect switches like the 6000 Series and the Fabric Extenders 2200 Series To Allow for interaction to both the SAN and NEWTWORK as well as the Main 9200/9000 MDS's.
• I am always mindful of Good Customer Service representation from the IT Department. This could be accomplished daily via Departmental Standard Operating Procedures as well as being seen daily, and addressing various groups throughout the company, just to see how their IT experience is going . Additionally, with extensive experience in the troubleshooting of all 7 layers of the OSI model inclusive in the Four Tiered Infrastructure Design, I am also confident in my ability to quickly get acclimated in using most SNMP based tools. Moreover, as needs continue to require these monitoring tools to be a more enhanced SNMP based IT Device Management System solutions MIB's can be programmed more granularly and configured to meet those needs. This is no longer just the monitoring of Network Devices, but the servers actual Application's Availability and overall Performance itself, including various, in-depth IPAM Network Information. These Vital Statistics, along with previously stated user input and other information just as crucial because it could affect Production/Operations directly, could be compiled with other Network information in a simple Daily Network Health report.
• My primary experience is also enhanced with my education and current certifications This includes my Bachelors of Science Degree in Network and Communications Management Somewhat like Three One also, I am currently working on my MBA with a concentration in IT Management. I also have a number of useful IT certifications validating my experience and current knowledge, such as my Cisco Certified Network Professional CCNP and my Cisco Certified Security Professional CCSP . I also have all the Cisco Certified Network Associate certifications: CCNA - Routing and Switching, CCSA - Security, CCVA - Voice/VoIP and CCWA - Wireless. Similarly, I have a number of Microsoft MTA's and MCSA's for the Configuration, Administration, Networking and Security of a Windows 2000-2008 Active Directory Domains
• I briefly spoke earlier regarding additional documentation and in a quick preview the 1st is referred to as The 10 Commandments of IT . In a challenge to keep it to only 10 of these specific areas of experiences, that surely every IT Department is well aware of, but I personally manifested into primary daily guidelines in order for me to follow in my own day to day IT responsibilities. The 2nd area is in regards to the crucial area of SECURITY Simply represented by an acronym that I conceived for better or worseJ S-P-O-C-P-I - Secured Protection of Corporate Proprietary Information .
• Finally, I hope that you believe that I have the necessary experience in Computing, Customer Service and Business experience in addition to the applicable aptitude to be successful in the position you are looking to fill. In regards to the additional documentation I spoke of, please do not consider these personal insights of my experience as some sort of irreverent or oppositional arrogance into your current IT Departmental practices. It is just information from my personal experiences that may be useful, even if it just gives your organization a better understanding of my personal work ethic and standards. Thank you again for your consideration and patience.

Initial Personal Summary:

• Most of this information was taken from my Cover Letter plus a little more, only because Direct Employers may not ordinarily see it. I believe this personal summary, like my cover letter, is vital information that could intrigue a possible employer's interest into reading further or requesting more information about me as a candidate. I am presenting this information and my Resume in order to apply for a position in the Information Technology Department a position in which you may currently be recruiting for and I am also able to relocate for employment purposes. In an effort to truly to be concise, I wanted to portray not only my long and diverse career, in which you will see throughout the resume, particularly in the Technical Skills area. I also needed to explain the depth of my Personal Responsibilities in my most recent broad-based Project/Contract which would also explains the newer Technologies used and my knowledge of them. These areas which were previously just assumed, are now presently their own featured devices another reason for the longer resume. Some of these newer technologies used were the Cisco Nexus-OS Network and Data Center with Virtualization . Another area of new Technology is the IPAM IP Address Management from vendors such as Solar Winds as well as newest Load balancing techniques from vendors such as F5 Big-IP and devices like Link Controllers instead of edge RTRs and their Systems like the 7250v-SSL with modules like the LTM Load Balancing both Network traffic and various Applications as well as APM Application Policy Manager . Additionally, in retrospect, having personally experienced various levels of the IT Management Chain of Command and hiring practices like everything else, seemingly normal Market fluctuations contribute directly to budgeting and moreover, the back and forth Centralization and De-Centralization of IT resources. And, although it seemed we were seeing the beginning of a more positive days ahead, obvious issues outside of our control, such as Current Worldwide Activities , could stall what was looking like a brighter future. I say these things so that you know I am fully aware that it is in your best in your best interest to try to get as much diversified experience as possible, in the least amount of personnel necessary. My thought process is the same, although seen from the opposite side. In an attempt to try and sell you MY specific experienced services as a 20 year IT Professional, particularly in this abundant market of the same, is to try and convince you that I have the right knowledge and aptitude to fulfill your needs. I attempting to do so, I thought the more information you had of me, the better chance I had to satisfy those requirements. Also, I have attached TWO personally created documents that are in regards to both IT/DEPT-SOP's and SECURITY . Hopefully you will have time to go over them as I try and use them as personal guidelines throughout each day.
• A quick summary however, of key areas is that I have more than 20 Years of Diverse IT Departmental Computer Networking and Security, Customer Service and Business experience. These areas of Computer Networking primarily include Switching and Routing for LANs, VLANS, WANs, WLANs and SECURITY from both the outside and the inside, particularly for various VPNs such as MPLS/IPsec/SSL . Moreover, I am familiar with many Security Devices in the ASA-5500's -x Series even, using the Virtual Multi-Context Modes. Additionally, Remote/Mobile user access Duel and multi factor A/A is in high demand due to security concerns, some of these being both Client IPsec - VPN and the Clientless methods SSL VPNs . Both can be used with either the Client-Type , such as various areas of the PIN/RSA-TOKEN method or Cisco ASA IPsec/SSL-VPN termination at DMZ or LTM for Application Pools. On the other hand, there are also clientless, such as RSA Manager's High-Risk User A/A Method or others such as the M/S Radius/Tacacs A-D. I also have extensive knowledge of both Pv4 and IPv6 and have implemented several IPv4 to IPv6 conversions Personal preference Dual Stack methodology , using some of today's latest IPAM's InfoBlox and Solar-Winds Both Come with great IP and Networking tools . Also, I have the familiarity with many SVR/Device OS types such as MS-WIN/UNIX/LINUX and foremost, CISCO Operating Systems like CAT/IOS/SAN-OS/ NX-OS. I am familiar with setup, configuration and monitoring of complete SAN solutions thru the Data Mobility Manager Planning and Design Service as well as the SAN Optimization Service. I am familiar with most DB OS's or Multiple OS's and UCS B, C and M server series. In addition to the Cisco UCS servers, I am familiar with the UCS Fabric Interconnect switches like the 6000 Series and the Fabric Extenders 2200 Series To Allow for interaction to both the SAN and NEWTWORK as well as the Main 9200/9000 MDS's.
• I am always mindful of Good Customer Service representation from the IT Department. This could be accomplished daily via Departmental Standard Operating Procedures as well as being seen daily, and addressing various groups throughout the company, just to see how their IT experience is going . Additionally, with extensive experience in the troubleshooting of all 7 layers of the OSI model inclusive in the Four Tiered Infrastructure Design, I am also confident in my ability to quickly get acclimated in using most SNMP based tools. Moreover, as needs continue to require these monitoring tools to be a more enhanced SNMP based IT Device Management System solutions MIB's can be programmed more granularly and configured to meet those needs. This is no longer just the monitoring of Network Devices, but the servers actual Application's Availability and overall Performance itself, including various, in-depth IPAM Network Information. These Vital Statistics, along with previously stated user input and other information just as crucial because it could affect Production/Operations directly, could be compiled with other Network information in a simple Daily Network Health report.
• My primary experience is also enhanced with my education and current certifications This includes my Bachelors of Science Degree in Network and Communications Management Somewhat like Three One also, I am currently working on my MBA with a concentration in IT Management. I also have a number of useful IT certifications validating my experience and current knowledge, such as my Cisco Certified Network Professional CCNP and my Cisco Certified Security Professional CCSP . I also have all the Cisco Certified Network Associate certifications: CCNA - Routing and Switching, CCSA - Security, CCVA - Voice/VoIP and CCWA - Wireless. Similarly, I have a number of Microsoft MTA's and MCSA's for the Configuration, Administration, Networking and Security of a Windows 2000-2008 Active Directory Domains
• I briefly spoke earlier regarding additional documentation and in a quick preview the 1st is referred to as The 10 Commandments of IT . In a challenge to keep it to only 10 of these specific areas of experiences, that surely every IT Department is well aware of, but I personally manifested into primary daily guidelines in order for me to follow in my own day to day IT responsibilities. The 2nd area is in regards to the crucial area of SECURITY Simply represented by an acronym that I conceived for better or worseJ S-P-O-C-P-I - Secured Protection of Corporate Proprietary Information .
• Finally, I hope that you believe that I have the necessary experience in Computing, Customer Service and Business experience in addition to the applicable aptitude to be successful in the position you are looking to fill. In regards to the additional documentation I spoke of, please do not consider these personal insights of my experience as some sort of irreverent or oppositional arrogance into your current IT Departmental practices. It is just information from my personal experiences that may be useful, even if it just gives your organization a better understanding of my personal work ethic and standards. Thank you again for your consideration and patience.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

HARDWARE:

• All PC's, Servers both Stand-Alone and Blade Dell/HP . Installation, Configuration and Troubleshooting of Routers 7600, 7200, 3900 ISR's, 3800 ISR's, 2900 ISR's, 1900 ISR's, and 900 series ASR's. Cisco Catalyst, Hybrid and IOS Switches like 6900's L3/L4 , 4500's L3/L4 , 3800's L3 , 3700's L3 , 3500's L3 and 2960's L2 . . I am experienced with the monitoring of the 7 Layered OSI Model inclusive in the Four Tiered Networking Model i.e., Access, Distribution, Aggregation and Core in a Network and Data Center. Cisco Nexus experience includes all Nexus Switch series 7000's L3/L4-D/C , 5500's L2/L3-D/C and 22/2100's L2-D/C-Access . Traffic and Application Load Balancers such as Cisco CSS, Cisco ACE, Barracuda ADC and F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager and BIG-IP Access Policy Manager as well as the new BIG-IP Link Controller Devices and many hardware controllers themselves like the BIG-IP 10000, 7000 and 5000 Series Platforms.
• SOFTWARE/PROTOCOLS:
• Servers running Windows 2008 UNIX, LINUX., Cisco IOS/CAT/NX-OS/SAN-OS. Oracle 12 and SQL 2012 DB's, MS-Access. MS-Proxy, Lotus Notes, MS-Exchange, SMS, IIS. HTML, XML and Front Page. MS-Office 2010 and VISIO. MS BackOffice, MS Project. Virtual Editions of various Cisco and F5 BIG-IP Systems. Ethernet, FE, GE. Frame Relay, ATM and FCoE using all traditional Bandwidth up to 10GE, T-1/3's, including varying OC's and even Dark Fiber. PPP, RIP, IS-IS, EIGRP, OSPF, Also 802.1q/ISL,VRRP/HSRP, OTV, vPC, VRF, VDC and VSS. VMware, Citrix. I also have extensive knowledge of both Pv4 and IPv6 and have done several IPv4 to IPv6 conversions using some of today's latest IPAM's such as Lucent-QIP, InfoBlox and Solar-Winds All Come with great IP Networking tools , mostly using the Dual Stack methodology but Also Tunneling .
• SECURITY:
• I am very familiar with various Security Features of L2 and L3 Switching and Routing Protocols as well as Layer 4 TCP/UDP port usage for key areas such as SNAT/NAT/PAT. Continuing on that, I am also experienced in the security of Layers 5-7, particularly the security aspects for MPLS/IPsec/SSL VPN's. I am also experienced with various Cisco Catalyst switch modules like FWSM and AIP-SSM. Furthermore, I am extremely proficient using the ASA-5500's Edition plus using the Virtual Multi Context mode. I have long-time knowledge regarding IDS/IPS with usable knowledge of both Checkpoint Firewall's and Juniper Netscreen Firewalls. I am very knowledgeable of Cisco AAA, ACE, ACS, Tacacs and Radius. I have a lot of experience due to the high demand for increased Security in the area of Remote/Mobile user access, some of these being both Client IPsec - VPN and the Clientless methods SSL VPNs . The security of both types of VPNs is receiving higher concerns to implement Duel and Multi Authentication/Authorizations. Both can be achieved with either the Client-Type, such as various types of the PIN/TOKEN method, or clientless via the RSA Manager Express which also addresses High-Risk users A/A Method Clientless as well . More Security Information Documentation with regards to S-P-O-C-P-I Secured Protection of Corporate Proprietary Information.
• TOOLS:
• I have extensive experience with troubleshooting of all 7 layers of the OSI model inclusive in the Four Tiered Infrastructure Design and I am confident and very familiar, or becoming very quickly familiar with most applicable SNMP based tools such as experience with 3 of the latest prominent Stand-Outs, such as Solar-Winds and What's-Up-Gold as well as HP-NNM and a variety of IPAM tools. Other Cisco tools used consist of Cisco Feature Navigator, Cisco Power Calculator, Cisco Unified Communications Compatibility Tool, Cisco Unified Operations Manager, Bandwidth Estimator, Dynamic Configuration Tool, MIB Locator and the primary cisco network management tool Cisco Prime Manager . I am also familiar with tools such as Cisco WAAS software, ASDM software, Cisco Configuration Assistant and Cisco Wireless Control System utilization. I am familiar with MS-Baseline Security Analyzer and both the NEXUS Built-in Wire Shark and the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series Network Analysis Module.
• WLAN:
• I am familiar with the utilization of Wireless Integrated Switches and Controllers such as the Cisco Catalyst 3750, 3850 and Nexus 5508 WLAN Controllers. These devices where used in conjunction with the various AirNet series such as AP's 1600, 2600 and 3600. I also tried various combinations such as WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA/WPA2 Enterprise and 802.1x . I also have instituted all areas of AAA with the purpose of testing and using Cisco and other Vendor based Duel and Multi Factor Authentication/Authorization techniques. I was able to test many areas of WLAN Security such as Cisco Access Control Server, RSA SecureID, RSA Manager Express, F5 Application S/M ASM and M-S Radius/Tacacs .
• VoIP/UCS/SAN:
• I am experienced with Lucent PBX's, Intertel PBX's and VoIP. I am experienced with the Layers of Switches that make up a VoIP network using various Cisco VoIP/POE switches. Also, I have been involved in various levels of configurations such as VoIP VLANs for the necessary QOS requirements for VoIP/Phones communications. I also have experience using applications such as Cisco WebEx meetings, Cisco Unity Manager and Cisco Unity Express as well as some Cisco Jabber Communication Software experience. I also have device experience with various UCS servers in the B, C and M series, both Blade and Stand Alone. I am familiar with setup, configuration and monitoring of complete SAN solutions thru the Data Mobility Manager Planning and Design Service as well as the SAN Optimization Service. I am familiar with most DB OS's or Multiple OS's and UCS B, C and M server series. In addition to the Cisco UCS servers, I am familiar with the UCS Fabric Interconnect switches like the 6000 Series and the Fabric Extenders 2200 Series To Allow for interaction to both the SAN and NEWTWORK and the Main 9200/9000 MDS's.

EMPLOYMENT:

Various Long/Short Term Consulting

Confidential

• I have worked on many Projects with some of the latest Networking and Data Center Technologies I, E., Virtualization, WLAN, Security and SSL/IPsec VPNs . I have been responsible for various levels of Projects/Contracts responsibilities from SR Engineer to Project Manager as well as all phases of Design, Pre-Testing For QOS and the practice for and the actual GO-LIVE Execution and Completion. So I normally would take personal care and in creating various necessary SOP's . From the projects' start, I would keep a journal of important goals, detail critical areas such as Visio Network Diagrams, IP-Addressing Info Reports from an IPAM and the Critical Area of NOC/Data Center Standard Operating Procedures SOPS's . In this crucial area, I would also take the initiative to talk to other team members about their daily assignments and work activities in order to produce more thoroughly detailed SOPS's Mainly for NOC's covering all areas using primarily the utilizing of the Company's Pre/During/Post Reporting tools and currently used SNMP tools and their new interaction. I would also help train corporate staff from various levels, Tier 1 thru Tier4/5, on the detailed SOPS's with particular importance given to the PROPER handling of NOC/IT Department Issues by populating the Remedy or Other Application Ticket System with as much information as possible for both Root Cause Analysis and for future reference in order to asses problems that have similar characteristics, and hence, quicker resolutions.
• In between the long term projects, I would often take short term contracts. The dates coincide with both the larger and the smaller Projects and to be chronologically correct so they would be succinct. Most of these projects consisted of the always important, Day-to-Day IT Departmental support thru staff augmentation of all areas of Network Operations, assisting in NOC Operations daily support as well as primary customer or corporate support via the IT Department which would include the adherence to their Standard Operating Procedures.
• Consistently commended for meeting project deadlines, good communication skills and very good customer service within the various
• Diverse Companies, for both the IT Department's primary customers Corp-Users as well as the Company's Outside Primary Customers.

CCS IT Services

Confidential

• My Most recent project was a broad based one because the requirement was to replicate 2 two Data Centers for 2 two Companies that
• had recently, and unexpectedly, merged. This obvious presented technological issues right away with the most important of which, to
• establish basic, dependable and secure communications with each other and for the East coast, that meant using the equipment on hand.
• So, the Primary Project required building an equally configured, Cisco Nexus Physical and Virtual Network with a 4 Tiered Data Center
• like the one on the West Coast as well as secondary projects, which the timing was a good choice of course, though more argues. However,
• the East Coast's Company's Network and Data Center was using older more band aids Cisco/Juniper based technology built with a
• CAT/IOS 3 Tiered Environment. All areas needed to be addressed from Layer 1 to Layer 7 to be integrated into the Four Tiered Cisco
• Nexus Based Network and Data Center with Redundancy and Load balancing AND always aware of SECURITY. Along with the primary
• project objective, this extensive project had make absolutely sure that none of the projects Phases or Sub-Phases interfere with another or
• more importantly, the company's primary business every day, was most important. So, to summarize, the client wanted to use this necessity
• to take the opportunity to not only construct a Fully Virtualized Nexus Network and Data Center for current future endeavors, but just
• as imperative, was the need to implement the necessary, and up to date, secondary sub-projects.
• They also wanted to take the opportunity to enhance many other areas of the network as described below:
• The 1st and foremost requirement was to establish the RELIABLE and DEPENDABLE communications between each site and then be
• able to communicate with their Satellite Offices from each of the Home Corporate Offices all the way thru to each side.
• Another Secondary Project request was to take the opportunity to do a proper conversion from IPv4 to IPv6 using the new IPAM
• Technology, specifically from Solar-Winds General Suggestion from Design Team , which I have had personal experience with using
• Duel-Stack method.
• Another Secondary Project request was placed on a complete SECURITY review. The 2 new ASA 5545-X's A complete review all
• Security Procedures for Remote Access as well as Inter-Corporate Security Conditions. This review, using the framework of
• S-P-O-C-P-I parameters would be from the ISP-DeMarc thru ALL - OSI Layers 7 thru 1 and then back up from Layer 1 thru 7.
• Review of MS-AD server's permissions as well as additional penetration testing including both the outside, as well as the inside and any
• other areas would be reviewed, Like Physical Security Access, for any insufficient Security precautions and all other areas as necessary.
• The SECURITY review was complicated by the lack of structured VPN procedures for Site-to-Site IPsec/VPNs and any Clientless
• SSL/VPNs that were never addressed for a singular overall solution. All Users, Remote/Mobile access and LAN/WLAN/WAN as well as
• IPsec/SSL VPNs offloading for both Client and Clientless, would all be addressed for a Single Procedure and Easy Management while
• keeping in mind Standard High Risk Users. All would be addressed for both Duel / Multi Factor Authentication/Authorization.
• Another Secondary Project request would be to incorporate as much REDUNDANCY wherever/whenever possible. This meant in
• Particular for Load Balancing, any and all applicable devices that present a clear situation for Load Balancing from Main Traffic, ADC's
• and Customer DB-INFO on Multiple UCS Servers should be Load Balanced for Optimal Performance based on Utilization .
• Also, like my own motto - always be prepared for anything any device capable of HSRP Configuration, in A/A or A/S Mode, would
• be done so on any and all applicable or achievable devices.
• In view of the above requests, importance was placed on implementing more of the F5 BIG-IP SYSTEMS Vendors' Modules or
• Devices where possible in order to leverage the in house knowledge of F-5.