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Summary of Qualifications

Engaging, process and results driven Senior Network Engineer proficient in the implementation and support of a wide variety of network-based solutions. Experienced in developing customized network environments to meet and exceed client satisfaction. A team oriented technical professional offering proactive project designs and leading teams to completing projects ahead of schedule and in alignment with client budgets.

QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Operating Systems -Windows 7, 8, 10, Windows Server 2008, 2012 R2, 2016, Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS), macOS X
  • Networking - LAN and WAN Design, OSPF, BGP, VPN Configuration, SD-WAN, TCP/IP, Ethernet, Layer 2 & 3 Network Technologies, VSX, VSF, VXLAN, VRRP, Active-Gateway
  • Applications and Tools - MS Office, Visio, Cisco Jabber, MS Teams, WebEx, MS Dynamics, Experlogix CPQ, ShareFile, IT Glue, GNS3, EVE-ng, Packet Tracer, Airmagnet Survey Pro, Airmagnet Spectrum Expert, Ekahau, NetBrain, TeraTerm, Putty, M-Files, VMware vSphere, Wireshark, WinSCP, Aruba Central, IMC, PRTG, Ansible, Aruba NetEdit, Aruba Fabric Composer

    Work Experience

    2023-01Present

    Senior Network Contractor

    Lands' End Inc

    • Primary Product Owner of HPEs NetEdit Software which helped improve troubleshooting network issues and improved speed and accuracy of widespread network changes 
    • Led the enterprise-wide deployment of HPE/Silverpeak SD-WAN Edge Connects, achieving optimized performance and advanced security capabilities across the organization’s network infrastructure
    • Ensured compliance with industry standards and best practices for network configuration and management, contributing to system reliability and data security
    • Functioned as a primary escalation point for Priority 1 (P1) issues, ensuring swift resolution and continuity of critical operations.
    • Delivered specialized training and provided expert guidance to onsite technicians, supporting skill development and operational efficiency.
    2020-032023-01

    Senior Network Engineer

    Laketec Communications

    • Implemented a network monitoring system to ensure client environments are optimally configured and ensuring 100% proactive client monitoring is achieved
    • Primary product owner for the Aruba OS-CX switching platform, developing
      training and standard operating procedures to ensure the entire engineer
      team is focused on best practices
    • Managed all networking projects to ensure customer satisfaction and proper product implementation
    • Project-based engineering, design, installation and troubleshooting of wired
      and wireless networks, Network security and access controls
    • Supported sales team on all areas of technical communication with a wide
      range of clients to generate consistent revenue streams
    2018-012019-10

    Solutions Architect-Telecommunications

    DataServ

    • Partnered with third-party telecommunications provider to ensure proper bandwidth and failover capabilities were met at over 20 client sites with a
      specific focus on fiber and coax circuits, SIP Trunking, SD-WAN Solutions, and Wireless Backup
    • Triaged calls from 7 field service technicians and offered troubleshooting
      assistance
    • Provided guidance to junior level sales staff in conducting project
      demonstrations
    2012-042018-01

    Information Systems Engineer

    DataServ

    • Oversaw the implementation 50 client projects a year ranging in value from $50K to $250K
    • Was the primary product owner of the WLMS (Wireless Manage Service) platform, which included the ongoing implementation and support standards for our Nation wide customers.
    • Facilitated initial client discovery meetings to assess the clients’ specific needs and expectations of the proposed project work
    • Coordinated with other internal departments to verify all needed project materials and required expertise were readily available based on the project plan
    • Assigned key team talent to specific project actions leading to projects being completed under budgeted hours by 10%
    • Installed and configured various vendor network, security, and wireless equipment following processes and procedures defined in the initial project work plan
    • Instructed clients on how to utilize new environment offerings properly individually and in large group settings
    • Fostered post-project relationships with clients to gauge satisfaction and to determine any future project work

    Education

    Associate of Applied Science

    Owens State Community College

    Wide Area Networking Technology

    Skills

    9
    Network Engineering

    SD-Wan deployment and support,

    Wireless Access Points, VeloCloud, Policy based management for wired and wireless devices, Aruba Central, Cisco Meraki

    9
    Specialized Software

    Clearpass Policy Manager, Aruba Mobility Controller, Aruba CX Switching, ESXI Virtualized server management 

    8
    Project Managment

    PMP standards for project management, design, implementation, budgeting and vendor/interdepartmental coordination 

    8
    Hardware Systems

    PC/Server, Routers, Switches, IP Telephony, MAC, Windows, Firewalls, Wireless Access Points

    Affiliations

    OHNUG (Ohio Network Users Group)

    Aruba Airheads Community

    Certification

    ACSP - Aruba Certified Switching Professional

    ACMA - Aruba Certified Mobility Associate

    ACCA - Aruba Certified Clearpass Associate

    CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional

    CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate

    CCNA -Wireless

    Hardware Experience

    Cisco IP Telephony Systems: Call Manager, Unity, ISR Voice Gateways PRI, SIP Trunks, POTS Lines 

    Cisco Unified Wireless Network: Numerous Cisco Unified AP series models Wireless LAN Controllers: 4400 WLC, 5508 WLC, and 7500 WLC 

    Network Infrastructure: Cisco Nexus 7000, Series Cisco Catalyst Series Switches, Cisco 2800 and 2900 series ISRs, Extreme Network Summit Series Switches, Velocloud SD-WAN appliances,  Fortigate Next Gen Firewalls, Palo Alto Firewalls, Aruba OS Switching, Aruba OS-CX Switching

    Video Surveillance Solutions: Milestone XProtect VMS Solution, Various Axis Camera series

    Physical Access Control Solutions:  S2 Netbox Extreme Controller and Micronode Axis A1001 network door controller