Project Manager - Network Implementations - Consultant Managing multiple projects aimed at the evolution of both physical and virtual network functions of the 4G/5G wireless and wireline cloud platform service network.• Led engineering and planning stakeholder team collaboration efforts through various phases of project execution, product evaluation and process review• Successfully completed the SBC Security Logging Feed project, a VoIP network security enhancement providing syslog feeds to SPLUNK dashboard to monitor access to network elements to identify and prevent compromise • Managing the implementation of the Verizon Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) Interconnect in France (EU) involving the deployment, migration, and evolution from the legacy Time Division Multiplexer (TDM) network

Project Lead/Solutions Architect – RPhy (Remote-Physical)/NMIS (Network Management Inventory System)/CLONES Subject Matter Expert - Enlisted and led a geographically diverse team of Technical Analysts, Engineers and Software Developers in the creation of automated software solutions facilitating the deployment of over 21,000 RPhy Network devices and transport circuits. Collaborated with leadership teams in implementing engineering process modifications successfully aligning workflow across all regions and reducing engineering time and speed-to-market by 75%.Successfully interpreted the needs of stakeholders and translated them into workable solutions implemented into application development and process workflows. Led teams of application developers, regional engineers, and project stakeholders to gather business requirements for development of the RPhy Loader Toolbox (RLT).Designed dashboards reports in Tableau to enable engineers and leadership teams to track network build progress, identify gaps asses risks and track issues.Created equipment templates and network circuit design models in the NMIS utilized by application developers to draft both High and Low Level Design technical documentation.Facilitated both Pre and Post-Deployment QA Testing sessions to validate the functionality of new software tools.Innovated solutions: Collaborated with the engineering and automation teams to develop a product to further enhance the automation of implementation and workflow processes.Trained users of all technical knowledge levels on the NMIS Interfaces, RPhy network function and associated software build and reporting tool operations.Worked with Cox Business Product Development team and the iconective industry standard organization providing input to the Telecommunications Advisory Group affecting business practices across the industry.

Supported the migration of legacy TDM circuits to TDM over IP backhaul and Multilink Point-to-Point Protocol (MLPPP) circuit design verification, testing and activation. • Analyzed operational data of cell site cabinet radio sector function, and traffic processing• Coordinated migration and troubleshooting efforts with Integration Managers, Peer service providers, and Field Engineers. • Created and executed configuration scripts for Cisco 2941 SIAD, ALU 7705 SAR routers and Digital Access Cross-connect Switch elements. • Verified circuit configuration, testing and troubleshooting for ATM/MLPPP circuit activation.

Functioned as a Project Coordinator for the functional upgrade of the VoIP Network Monitoring platform • Supported vendor account management team in the analysis of product performance, identification project milestones, tracked resolution efforts, and developed user training tools• Subject Matter Expert; analyzed VoIP protocol ladder diagrams of customer VoIP Roadworks and IP Centrex • Platform Administrator: Administered a SharePoint platform managed user profiles and access, analyzed diagnostic reports

Utilized NMIS database, and various vendor specific applications in designing Ethernet to Cell Site 4G/LTE, UMTS/3G and GSM/2G networks for AT&T client• Input circuit element configurations into NMIS Client and verify design layout• Collaborated with Provisioning Engineers and Field Service Engineers to resolve data integrity issues facilitating successful installation and service activation • Created and tracked NMIS Work Orders to ensure proper processing and circuit design development

Engineered and installed deployment projects for DWDM, SONET & IP Backbone Optical Long Haul and Metro-Ethernet transport• Gateway network, Point of Presence, and customer Co-location buildouts• Conducted Site Surveys, and red-lined installation designs providing viable options to Planning & Deployment Team • Developed Statements of Work clarifying installation requirements and procedures to preferred vendors

Voice Technical Account Manager – ContractTier II technical support of integrated circuit switched and soft switched VoIP networks• Protocol analysis of SIP & SS7 ladder diagrams to analyze network performance • Coordinated troubleshooting efforts with LEC/IXC service providers and customer operations staff

SONET/DWDM Data Center installation Administration of the Tellabs Titan 5500 DACS to include remote access control, , trouble repair and system augmentsData center build-out, overseeing vendor installation projects performing QA audits of work and engineering packagesLiaison to LEC/IXC network service providers, coordinating site tours and surveys supporting OSP fiber optic ring build-out projects, and network element installations

Implemented the Comcast Digital Voice Network in the Comcast Head-end facility, installing and provisioning key system elements, and test and turn-up of transport facilitiesEvaluated network designs and implemented redline changes, collaborated with customer engineering teams communicating engineering design changes and status updates to system engineersAdministered training and post cut-over support to Comcast Head-end technician team

Provided level 1 help desk support to customers and sales representatives to facilitate activation of the VoIP phone serviceRemote provisioning of SIP protocol settings and peripheral devices Collaborated with tier 2 and 3 support personnel, LEC, cable and internet service providers to assist in trouble resolution and service activation TECHNOLOGY and EQUIPMENTAlcatel-Lucent DMX 1665Fujitsu 7420/4500/4100/2400 seriesAdva-Movaz DWDMNortel Optera LH/DXInfinera OTNCisco 15454/15600 seriesAlcatel DACS 1630/1631/1633/1680 seriesTellabs 5500Gigabit Ethernet/Fast Ethernet