Darrian Smith Email & Phone Number

My name is Darrian Smith, and I am CompTIA Network+ and CCNA certified professional with hands-on years of experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing complex network infrastructures for large-scale enterprises.Throughout my career, I have developed solid skills and achieved out-of-the-box results for our shareholders and stakeholders.· Repeated success in deploying and maintaining robust LAN/WAN solutions, VPNs, firewalls, and wireless technologies to enhance operational efficiency and connectivity.· Prudent in managing network architecture, troubleshooting high-level network issues, and ensuring network security and compliance with industry standards.· Adept at overseeing network performance monitoring, capacity planning, and implementing best practices to optimize network uptime and reliability.· Visionary leader with proven expertise in leading, mentoring, and coordinating staff, througheffective management of organizational diversity.My areas of expertise include:· Network Design & Architecture· Server & RF Management· Network Security Protocols· Quality of Service (QoS)· Firewall Configuration & Management· Network Troubleshooting· Network Performance Optimization· Virtual Private Networks (VPN)· Routing & Switching· Operational Excellence· Effective Communication· WAN/LAN TechnologiesFeel free to reach out to me via email @ darriantylersmith2000@gmail.com.

• Network Engineer

  Hill Country Wireless & Technologies

  Aug 2020 - Sep 2024 - Johnson City, Tx

  In this job role, I am overseeing comprehensive network operations for seamless connectivity and optimal performance across all infrastructure components. Major Responsibilities:Designing/implementing data enclosures for tower sites, developing Lithium-ION battery backups for critical applications, ensuring reliability and uptime, leveraging expertise in DC power systems, including ICT Power, spearheading development of Fiber PON to enhance network resilience, configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and multiple network devices to optimize performance and maintain robust connectivity, and deploying wireless networks, including access points, to provide high-speed internet access to customers.Key Accomplishments:• Constructed server farm by using VMware's vSphere suite while optimizing virtualization with ESXi hosts.• Implemented BGP routing to establish redundancy between the internal network and service providers.• Built passive optical network (XGS-PON) and improved data transmission capabilities and network efficiency.• Developed and configured Syslog and SNMP servers to monitor network equipment, ensuring proactive issue resolution.• Integrated cutting-edge radio technologies such as Tarana and Radwin, advancing communication performance and coverage.• Engineered and maintained IPv4 networks by utilizing MPLS, OSPF, VPLS, and BGP protocols for scalable network solutions.• Established two state-of-the-art data centers• Designed direct current system and battery backup for tower sites, ensuring uninterrupted service and operational reliability.