A position in the Telecommunication and Networking/Security Engineering industry in which I can both apply and expand my knowledge of network installation, testing, and fault isolation.

Government TS

Have held a TS/SCI with CI Poly within the last two years

§ Security + Certified

§ Associates Degree in Electronic Systems Technology awarded in 1999

§ Over 18 years of experience in the Communications and Network field.

§ Knowledgeable of Windows 2000 and 2003 server, Windows XP, Unix, Systems Management Server, Norton Antivirus, Netop Remote Control, HP OpenView, Network Node Manager, Remedy ticket management system, CISCO Works 2000, Veritas NetBackup Software, Veritas Bare Metal Restore, Remote Desktop, Hummingbird Software, Netscout Infinistream, Netscout Performance Manager

§ Familiar with the 7 layer OSI model, TCP/IP network topologies and IP addressing, LAN and WAN protocols, port forwarding and blocking, DHCP and static IP, and Ethernet, fiber, coaxial cable fabrication

§ Experience installing and maintaining Catalyst 2950 switches, Cisco 3600, 4000, 7000 routers to include Access Lists, Ethernet port configurations, Virtual Private Networking, IP sub-netting, Network Address Translation, and IP routing protocols

§ Conversant of Pix, Cisco ASA, Cisco ESA, McAfee Sidewinder, McAfee Web Gateways, McAfee Email Gateways, A10 Load Balancers, F5 Load Balancer, Gauntlet firewalls, MENTAT Sky X, Cabletron, IDNX/Promina, ADNX SPX, TIMEPLEX, various COMSEC equipment, FCC-100’s, Pairgains, CSU/DSU’s, and Fiber Modems

§ Skilled with various test equipment which includes: Sniffer Pro, O-Scope, Network Probe 7100, T-Berd 210, 310, and 950, Firebird 6000 and 8000, OTDR, TDR, Tone Generators, and Hekimian 3701, SAGE 930A

Jan 2014- Present                          Skyepoint Decisions--Springfield VA

Senior Systems Security Engineer

n     Responsible for all agency security devices to include McAfee Sidewinders, Fortigates, Fortimails, Palo Altos, Stonegates, Cisco ASA, Cisco ESA and A10 load balancers.

n     Ensures all security devices are running on latest code and patches to maintain the reliability and integrity of the network.

n     Actively troubleshoots all network related issues insuring all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are being met.

n     Represents the team at weekly engineering control boards for upcoming outages and proposed network changes.

Sept 2010- Jan 2014                                                   GD--Springfield VA

Principal Network Systems Engineer                                             

n     Manage all agency security devices to include McAfee Sidewinders, McAfee Email and Web Gateways, Cisco ASA, NetScout Infinistream and Performance Manager, Juniper NetScreen and SRX equipment.

n     Administers devices to ensure reliability and integrity of the network by keeping equipment up to date on latest code and patches to fix known issues with devices.

n     Actively troubleshoots all network related issues insuring all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are being met.

March 2006- Sept 2010                                           SAIC-- Bethesda MD

Perimeter Network Defense Engineer                                              

n     Manage all agency firewalls to include G2 Sidewinders, Gauntlets, Cisco Pix, and DNS servers.

n     Maintains reliability of the Perimeter Defense System by trouble-shooting problem calls related to both firewall and network connectivity issues.

n     Performs administration of the firewalls to ensure all the latest patches are installed and functioning properly to ensure network integrity.

Oct 2006 – Dec 2006                                   GNOC--Andrews AFB MD

Network Engineer

n     Directly responsible for monitoring and administering the Executive Airlift Communications Network, both classified and unclassified data system. System provides data reach-back capabilities from the aircraft to users home station networks. Monitors Government Network Operations Center (GNOC) assets worth over $500,000.

n     Administers and optimizes the operation of system firewalls, routers, switches and network management servers. Maintain configurations for all GNOC equipment and administer access controls to the network. Use various network tools and software (HP OpenView, Cisco Works, Remedy, Facit, VERITAS, etc.) to maintain network databases, track system usage, monitor data communication links and backup configuration files.

Aug 2005 – March 2006                                        SAIC --New Cumberland PA

Backup System Administrator

n     Develop and maintain proper monitoring and reporting of utilization of the backup environment; including installation, performance tuning, monitoring, troubleshooting, and throughput analysis.

n     NetBackup software installation and upgrading, client and server.

n     Work with the O/S Support teams to resolve an O/S, hardware, or network based issues that may impact optimal performance of backup.

n     Maintain vaulting capabilities of Veritas NetBackup and Disaster Recovery.

n     Generate reports for management of Veritas status.

June 2005 – Aug 2005                                              CACI --Chantilly VA

Telecommunications Analyst III

n     Responsible for voice and data communications services.

n     Installed and maintained telephony systems, data terminals and network equipment.

n     Troubleshot, isolated faults, configured and serviced customer related telecommunications equipment.

n     Installed, terminated, and troubleshot fiber optic and copper cables.

n     Operated various test equipment, interpreted results, and returned to service high speed telecommunications equipment.

Aug 2003 – June 2005                                   GNOC--Andrews AFB MD

Assistant Non Commissioned Officer In Charge

n     Overseen the daily operations and training of Government Network Operations Center personnel (GNOC).

n     Directly responsible for monitoring and administering the Executive Airlift Communications Network, both classified and unclassified data system. System provides data reach-back capabilities from the aircraft to users home station networks. Monitors GNOC assets worth over $1,000,000.

n     Administers and optimizes the operation of system firewalls, routers, switches and network management servers. Maintain configurations for all GNOC equipment and administer access controls to the network. Use various network tools and software (HP OpenView, Cisco Works, Remedy, Facit, VERITAS, etc.) to maintain network databases, track system usage, monitor data communication links and backup configuration files.

Jan 2002 – Aug 2003                                      CNCS--Andrews AFB MD

Shift Supervisor

n     Maintained a network of 17 global stations which used a high frequency automated aviation communications network.  System capabilities included automatic link establishment for voice and data communications between base stations and aircrafts.

n     Managed the HF email system which allowed aircraft to base station communications as well as aircraft to aircraft communications via email.

n     Administered the Web Call system allowing a station to communicate directly to a specific aircraft anywhere in the world.

n     Monitored network using HP OpenView to isolate problems.

Jan 2001 – Jan 2002                                  SUSLAK --Seoul, South Korea

Watch Supervisor

n     Lead a shift of 4 Joint Service Personnel in message processing, system operations, cryptologic equipment accountability and operations, and the management of two LAN’s.

n     Responsible for the overall operation and performance of secure voice, secure data, and an automated monitoring system.

n     IDNX network management: responsible for building IDNX networks and circuits, querying bundles, cards and ports, and the troubleshooting of the network.

Nov 1998- Jan 2001              Network Infrastructure--Keesler AFB, MS

Network Technician/Circuit Actions NCOIC

n     Installed, configured, and maintained routers, hubs, switches, and all network connected equipment.

n     Coordinated network additions, upgrades, and projects with local headquarters level agencies to ensure proposals were in line with base networking standards.

n     Installed and Quality Assurance tested both short haul and long haul communications circuits. Managed circuit history folders.  Accomplished and tracked all circuit documentation.

Nov 1997 – Nov 1998                     Tandem Switch--Osan AB, S. Korea

Strategic Tactical Interface Systems Controller

n     Performed field, organizational, and intermediate level troubleshooting on PACAF Strategic Interface and Compact Digital Switch secure communications to support both fixed and tactical networks.

June 1994 – Nov 1997                                       Pentagon--Arlington, VA

Communications-Computer Systems Controller

n     Managed the installation, quality control testing, and trend analysis of circuits, networks, and systems supporting the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, Secretary of the Air Force, and other high-level DOD users.

Communication-Computer Systems Control Apprentice Course

Airman Leadership School 

LAN and Fiber Optics Concepts

System Network Support Course

CISCO CAMPUS ATM Solutions

IDNX Operations and Maintenance Course

Communication-Computer Systems Control Craftsman Course

Network Management Support 200 Course

HP OpenView NNM 1 Windows NT and Unix Course

SNPA-Securing Networks with PIX and ASA

Obtain Cisco certifications CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CCDA, and CCDP, and Microsoft certification MCSE

Achieve a B.S. in Information Technology