Sadri Lecaj


 

SUMMARY OF QULAIFICATIONS:

Mr. Lecaj has over 6 years of experience in the Information Technology, working with Cisco devices, Routers, switches, ASA, IPS devices. Mr Lecaj supported US Army and Coalition Forces in Afghanistan, providing expertise to maintain the army network. Mr Lecaj has a BS Degree in Telecommunication and Computer Science, CCNP Certifications from Cisco Systems for Router and Switch and Security, including MCTS Certification by Microsoft Systems for Configuring Active Directory for Windows 2008.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Epsilon, Inc.                                                                                                                              07/2014 – Present
Network Security /Firewall Engineer

Washington, DC

 

·   Analyzes and defines security requirements for Multilevel Security (MLS) issues.

·   Designs, develops, engineers and implements solutions to MLS requirements.

·   Responsible for the implementation, monitoring, maintenance and development of the MLS environment.

·   Gathers and organizes technical information about the organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in the MLS arena.

·   Performs risk analyses, which also includes risk assessment. Provides technical support for secure software development and integration tasks, including reviewing work products for correctness and adhering to the design concept and to user standards.

·   Has expert knowledge of Security/Information Assurance (IA) products and techniques such as PKI, VPN, ASA firewalls, and IPS intrusion detection systems.

·   Experience with integration of security appliances with Cisco Security Manager, creating Event Viewer and Health Performance Reports.

·   IPS/IDS deep packet analyzes and sensor custom signature configurations.

·   ASA Active/Standby configurations and packet capture egress-ingress analyzes.

·   Experience with Cisco NAM, Netflow analyzing application network performance.

·   Analyzes and recommends resolution of security/IA problems on the basis of knowledge of the major IA products and services, an understanding of their limitations, and knowledge of the IA disciplines.

·   Experience with Nexus 1K, 5K, 7K, VDC, VPC.

·   Experience with configuring TL-175.

·   Provides daily monitoring, support and maintenance of these systems.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arma Global                                                                                                                              10/2013 – 06/2014
Senior Network Engineer                                                                                                              

Ft. Belvoir, VA
 

·   Manages, configures and maintains an Enterprise-class Army Network.

·   Capable of attacking any problem that arises in a logical manner.

·   Gathers pertinent information about voice and network problems and coordinates with related work centers or sites to solve problems.

·   Working knowledge of sub netting, switching and Cisco IOS.

·   Performs a variety of network device configuration and connectivity tasks, to include encrypted devices.

·   Implements procedures to ensure accurate records of authorized devices attached to the Army strategic network.

·   IPS/IDS deep packet analyzes and sensor custom signature configurations.

·   ASA5555-X, ASA5525-X, ASA5510 Active/Standby configurations and packet capture egress-ingress analyzes.

·   Provide network design services, coordinate and define network requirements (i.e. design, configure, install, etc.) to include coordinating with other groups within and outside the Infrastructure team to determine the scope and objectives of proposed networking configurations; oversee the timely and accurate analysis of company, evaluating if network configuration is possible with existing resources.

·   Develop detailed implementation plans to accommodate network growth, security, and enhancements by maximizing functionality of network equipment (i.e. Cisco routers, gateways, switches, etc.); monitor network implementation, providing support in a timely and accurate manner

·   Experience with CUCM 8.X, VoIP phone models 79XX.

 

ITT Exelis                                                                                                                                        03/2012 – 09-2013
Network Administrator                                                                   

Bagram Air Field, PAR 09354 Afghanistan                                                                             
 

·   Implements procedures to ensure accurate records of authorized devices attached to the Army strategic network.

·   Implements the standard operating procedures for all devices on the network.

·   Coordinates between all parties for all aspects of NIPR, SIPR, and CENTRIX networks.

·   Exhibits a solid background and knowledge in Voice over IP technology (VOIP), primarily Cisco Call Manager systems through the management troubleshooting and maintenance of Army VOIP and VOSIP (Voice over Secret Internet Protocol).

·   Analyze data traffic patterns within network infrastructure, detecting operational problems and recommending improvements to ensure optimal performance; proactively identify symptoms and instabilities in a timely and accurate manner to include performing analysis, capacity planning, and testing for organizations network environment; make recommendations to management on enhancements to network that will improve the quality and reliability of the networks performance.

·   IPS sensor configurations, signature updates and version upgrades. Packet analyzes using Cisco CSM Report Manager.

·   Provide network security by configuring routers, switches, firewalls, according to company security standards; monitor security measures in place within network perimeter, ensuring security breaches do not occur and information is safeguarded from unauthorized users.
 

AUK-American University in Kosovo-Cisco Academy                                                          10/2007- 10/2009
AUK Institute                                                                                                   

Pristina, Kosovo                                                                        

 

·   Prepared lab equipment for CCNA and CCNP courses and provided assistance to students with assignments and labs.

·   The Cisco CCNA curriculum provides foundational networking knowledge, practical experience, opportunities for career exploration, and soft-skills development to help students prepare for entry-level careers in IT and networking.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems                                                                                       09/2010- 02/2012          
Language Department Consulting                                                                               

Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo

 

·   Prioritized, analyzed, summarized and translated Albanian-English, Serbian-English and Croatian-English written products and vice versa.

·   Made educated assessments and analyzed unfamiliar material using linguistic context and real-world knowledge.

·   Researched local media sources, submitted verbal and written reports in support of operations and keeping US Army teams updated on current events. 

·   Provided Open Source Analyst services and language interpretation support during the execution of Joint Staff-Level Multi-national exercises with US Army entities in Balkan region.

·   Performed linguist /cryptographic duties in an IT environment utilizing computer skills as well as translation and interpretation tasks.

·   Recognized multiple times for producing expert linguist products quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AECOM Inc - McNeil Technologies                                                                                           06/2006 - 09/2010                                                                                                                       
Language Department Consulting                                                                              

Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo
 

·   Translated simultaneous English-Albanian-Serbian (Croatian) during sensitive technical meetings w/ theater level collectors.

·   Provided subject matter expertise and direct Albanian, Croatian, Serbian-English oral translation.

·   Researched and produced products in foreign language for inter-agency dissemination. Provided mission essential, linguistic and operational continuity during transition of authority.

·   Able to develop and execute action plans, prioritize tasks and work independently or as part of a team. Strong background in direct support to military operations, intelligence collection, collection management, analysis, processing and cryptographic methodology for tactical and national level consumers.

·   A flexible, organized team leader with exceptional interpersonal communication skills.

·   Able to build strong teams to achieve overall corporate and project objectives

 

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems                                                                                       07/2003- 06/2010
Language Department Consulting                                                                               

Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                        

· Strong oral and written communication skills in English and other three target languages, Albanian, Serbian and Croatian.

· Provided translations of documents, newspapers, propaganda, tapes etc. covering politics, current events and technical military jargon.

· Translated simultaneous meetings among US Army personnel, Albanian and Serbian politicians, local nationals and various other members of the local community.

· Provided US Army teams with insight to local customs and traditions.

· Provided language support to local broadcasting stations and translations with US Army’s Psychological Operations Unit.

· Provided transcription and analyzed verbal communications.

· Performed document exploitation; cryptography scanning, research and analyze foreign language documents for key information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EDUCATION HISTORY:

BS in Telecommunication and Computer Science                                          Pristina, Kosovo                                                School of IT, May 1995

 

 

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAININGS:

 

CCNP Security

CCNP Switch and Router

Deploying Cisco ASA VPN Solution
Deploying Cisco ASA Firewall Features

Cisco IOS Security Specialist
CCNA Voice
CCDA

CCNA Security
MCTS

CompTIA Security+
CCNP-ISCW

CCNP-BSCI

CCNP-BCMSN

CCNA Router and Switch

CVOICE-Implementing Cisco Unified Communications Voice over IP& QoS v8.0   Global Knowledge, NC                                                                                                                                                   

ICOMM-Introducing Cisco Voice UC Administration v8.0                                            Global Knowledge, NC

 

Fluent in Albanian (Native), Serbian, Croatian, Bosnian

 

 

CLEARENCE LEVEL:

Top Secret Level/SCI Clearance since                                                                                                         06/2010
Secret Level Clearance since                                                                                                                       09/2005
CI Scope Poly (Last time used Feb 2012) since                                                                         06/2006,03/2010