Objective

To secure a position that will allow me to enhance, utilize and expand my CCNA R&S, and CCNA Security certification capabilities to include the installation, configuration, operation, troubleshooting and mitigation of network security threats of production networks. Also studying to obtain my CCIE Routing & Switching certification.

Skills & Abilities

Install, configure, operate and troubleshoot routed and switched networks.

Experienced with implementing and configuring Nexus 7k, 5k, and 2k.

Experienced in implementing Palo Alto Firewalls.

Experienced in configuring VLANS and enforcing network security.

Experienced in implementing Cisco ASA Firewalls.

Experienced in implementing Cisco Wireless Controllers 2400, 4400, 5500

Experienced with implementing VOIP Cisco and AVAYA products.

Designing, planning and implementing LAN / WAN using latest technology.

Configure Cisco ACS Network Access Control, 802.1x, & Solarwinds Suite.

Managing and securing the data, control and management plane.

Working with Information Assurance to meet compliance. (STIGS)

My interpersonal and communication skills are perfect.

Experience

LEAD NETWORK ENGINEER – US MArine Corp nETWORK oPERATION cENTER – MD

January 2015 - Present

Federal Contractor – (DOD) Department of Defense

Hired to build a redundant network alongside the network it will replace and also take full responsibility for network operations. I research, plan and implement new projects that are assigned by the Navy. I support 200,000+ users that log into my NOC daily. I also implemented four Palo Alto Firewalls (2 HA Pairs).

Equipment I maintain on a daily basis:
Cisco Secure ACS - Tacacs+, Radius, 802.1X authentication, ASA Firewalls HA-pair
Cisco Nexus 5K (5020 Chassis), Cisco Nexus 2k (N2K-C2248TP)
Cisco ASR 1000 Series Routers
Cisco Unifed Call Manager Administration
Cisco IP Phones 7962 and 7975

F5 Load Balancers, PaloAlto Firewalls 5060 HA-Pair, Cisco ASA Firewalls HA-Pair

Senior nEtwork Engineer – (DMA) Defense Media Activity – iRM Ft Meade, MD

September  2014 – January 2015

Federal Contractor – (DOD) Department of Defense

Research new technologies, plan and implement projects assigned by the IRM (Information Resource Management). Design, configure, and troubleshoot network problems related to security, data & voice. Work daily with (ACL’s) Access Lists, Port Security, Cisco Access Control Server, and Cisco IOS CLI. I work and troubleshoot issues with TNOSC and NIPERNET. Work with Information Assurance to be compliant, also make sure that any known vulnerabilities are patched and resolved to keep accreditation. Work alongside the ARMY, NAVY, AIRFORCE, AND MARINES providing recommendations for design and seamless integrations.  I interface with Senior Management to develop high quality solutions and relationship.

Equipment I maintain on a daily basis:
Cisco Secure ACS - Tacacs+, Radius, 802.1X authentication
Cisco UCS B Series Blade Servers
Cisco Nexus 7K (C7010 Chassis)
Cisco Nexus 5K (5020 Chassis)
Cisco Nexus 2k (N2K-C2248TP)
Cisco ASR 1000 Series Routers
Cisco Catalyst 6509 (WS-C6509-E) VSS
Cisco Catalyst 4510 (WS-C4510R-E)
Cisco MDS 9148 SAN Switches
PaloAlto Firewalls
Cisco Unifed Call Manager Administration
Cisco Telepresence
Cisco IP Phones 7942 and 7975

NEtwork Engineer – (wrair) Walter Reed Army Institute or Research – imd      silver springs, MD 20907

July 1, 2013 – September 2014

Federal Contractor – US ARMY

I currently serve a US Army Commander (MEDCOM). I provide enterprise network engineering and Tier I II & III support for a US Army Military Base. Research new technologies, plan and implement projects assigned by the IMD (Information Management Division). Design, configure, and troubleshoot network problems related to security, data & voice. Work daily with (ACL’s) Access Lists, Port Security, Cisco Access Control Server, and Cisco IOS CLI.  Protocols used daily are 802.1q, SNMP v3, ICMP, Radius, Tacacs+, VOIP , MPLS and 802.1x. I work with the following Cisco Devices; Nexus 7k, 5k, 2k, Catalyst 2950 Series, 2960 Series, 2960S Series, 3650 Series, 3750X Series, 4506 Series, 4510E Series, and 6509 Series. I maintain VLAN connectivity documentation, as well as ensure that all switches are patched and standard approved configuration files are maintained. I work and troubleshoot issues with TNOSC and NIPERNET. Work with Information Assurance to be compliant, also make sure that any known vulnerabilities are patched and resolved to keep accreditation. Work alongside the ARMY & NAVY providing recommendations for design and seamless integrations.  I interface with Senior Management to develop high quality solutions and relationship.

Network Support Engineer – Friedman Computer Solutions – Rockville, MD

August 20, 2012 – July 1,2013

Provide enterprise network engineering support to 40 Private and Charter Schools in Washington, DC Metro Area. Tier I II & III support. Research new technologies, plan and implement projects assigned by site Directors. Install full network upgrades for clients. Consult and design networks for clients using Solarwinds Toolkit for discovery and Visio for visual layouts.  Experienced in manual discovery. Design, configure, and troubleshoot network problems related to security, data & voice. Work with all the following switching elements: VLANs (802.1q, ISL), Trunking, Aggregation, TCP/IP, EIGRP, RIP, OSPF, IPSEC, MPLS, VPS, and QOS. Manage and maintain servers in an Active Directory environment.  Knowledgeable on Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008 R2, Backup Exec.

NEtwork TECHNICIAN – Marion School District Two – Mullins, SC

August 2008 – August 2012

Research new technologies, plan and implement projects assigned by Director. Primarily I was tasked with surveying the network using tools like Solarwinds Toolkit, to map out and discover devices on the schools WAN/LAN, because there was no network documentation when I started on day one. I utilized Visio for all of my network diagrams to show administration what we have in place. I also used it to show administration where we needed to be. I designed and mapped out new plans for a complete Network and Server upgrade for all 6 locations. I did walk through with contractors, picked all equipment and chose which contractors would be best suitable for the job. Provided Tier II & III support. I also managed Telephony/ VOIP, MPLS, Firewall, WAN & LAN. I also worked with the following protocols: TCP/IP, EIGRP, RIPv2, OPSF, IPSEC, SSL, and QOS. I did technical writing for layouts for system and network upgrades. Performed plenty of manual discovery on network. Installed and maintained Cisco Switches and Access Points. Installed and maintained ASA5510 firewall.  I supported 1,800 kids and 500 staff members as the lead technician in that school district. Mastered new computer technology’s as the curriculum changed for students. Provided quarterly reports for administration.

IT Consultant – AWA Inc. dba. Mcdonalds – Florence, SC

January 2003 - Present

Provide Enterprise Network Engineering support and Tier I II & III support remotely. Maintain and secure local area network / WLAN at main office. Research and recommend new equipment for upgrades. Maintain backups of all vendors and important contracts. Troubleshoot and manage laptops and desktops at all locations. Designed layout for VOIP and SERVER Implementation.

Education

Self Study | MAryland | Cisco Systems | Cisco ID - csco11937650

Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching

Cisco Certified Network Associate Security

Self Study | Maryland | Comptia

Comptia Security+ Certified

Comptia A+ Certified

Communication

I am a sociable person. Very easy to get along with and works great with a team. Customer facing troubleshooting and consulting is what I do best. My interpersonal and communication skills are perfect.

Leadership

I am ready and willing to take the lead at a moment’s notice. I have demonstrated my leader ships skills mostly when I upgraded Walter Reeds Army Institute of Research Network. Configuring their first VSS Core Configurations, ASR Routers, and distribution switches.
 

Affiliations

·         Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) – INFRAGARD MEMBER

·         Multi State Information and Analysis Center – SC-ISAC MEMBER