As a Solution Architect job responsibilities were to design solutions for VxRail, PowerEdge Servers, MX7000, Data Center Moves, VCF, and AI Design. In addition to designing Solutions assisted Customers with Data Center moves as well as Hardware updates. This included explaining to Dell Customers details surrounding their software/hardware purchases plus how to use Dell's Enterprise Project System as well as hand off to field engineers project knowledge.

For over 6 years have focused starting upgrades/migrations with VMware VCF and Dell VxRail. These upgrades entailed bringing to current code levels for ESXi code level, the compute, storage, and networking resources, Along with handling upgrades to NSX-T Gateway API for Edge environments and plenty of troubleshooting issues during numerous upgrades has given our team much experience with a combination of Dell and VMware technologies.

Industry: Specializing in designing Road maps and solutions with current IT technologies as well as Cloud related:Manufacturer Agnostic Trusted Advisor Assist with Infrastructure Refresh or MigrationsBest practices and methods through architecture and design, to planning, implementation, and supportBenefits detailed for each solutionKnowledge Transfer between departmentsInnovate solutions to help clients meet transformational challengesDesigning technical specification from functional specifications received.

Industry: Representing the VCE vBlock and Cloud solutions. Crossed-train into EMC Storage practice after VCE merged with EMC.• Partner FacingFrequent visits our Partner base to assist with all vBlock and cloud design questions as well as developing deep committed relationship. Assisted with vBlocks, VxBlock, VxRail, VxRack, and CI Starter Kits (XtremeIO) designs. Walk Partners through step-by-step with VCE’s ACT vBlock Configuration Tool. • ArchitectingEngaged in many training sessions of Architectural Design with Partners that demonstrate the necessary steps to design vBlock solution for their customers. Help Partners understand VCE’s vBlock sizing with 4 Compute Sizing Methods to determine necessary compute resources. These are: 1. Sizing based upon System Utilization 2. Sizing based upon Vendor Formulas 3. Sizing based upon Virtual Units 4. Sizing based upon Reference ArchitecturePlus Storage Sizing • VCE AssessmentsTeach Partners were to find resources and assistance with completing their VCE required Assessment and Survey Requirements. The following VCE surveys are to be completed before and during the sales process: 1. vBlock Sizing Questionnaire 2. VCE Solution Review Process 3. Logical Configuration Survey 4. Site Survey• Proof of concepts-Have assisted with developing many POCs for such environments as for Malls, heath facilities, hospitality, and the entertainment Industry along with Data Center and Cloud based Solutions thru vBlock families. • Other Customer Facing ServicesProvide VCE Training for Partners personnel in the following areas: 1. Understand the Registration Process 2. Why vBlock 3. VCE Competitive Analysis 4. VCE Value-Added Proposition 5. Detailing vBlock models 6. Sizing 7. VCE’s ACT configuration tool8. Referencing data sheets on vBlocks9. VCE Solution Abstract and vBlock Sizing

Industry: An exciting position with a Cloud Start-up company architecting the right private cloud solution for fortune 500 companies to small enterprise businesses. Designing PaaS, DRaas, BackupaaS, IaaS as well as Managed Services.• Design Hybrid Cloud solution for several Fortune 100 companies• Utilized many different Manufacturers for designing Cloud Solution• Partner facing• Designed Co-Lo opportunities overseas as well as US

Industry: Specializing in Developing solutions for Wireless, Infrastructure Refresh, IPT, Data Center, Managed Services, Cloud as well as RFPs and ERATE needs.• Customer interfacing • Assists the sales team with requests for bids/proposals/RFPs• Proficient in conducting architecture chalk talks and design concepts• Interface with Field Engineers conducting knowledge transfer• Delivery and Field Engineer interfacing with configurations review• Excellent communication skills with very good technical writing skills • Develop complex solutions for Education Sector• RFP technical responses for Education Sector• Participate in the ERATE Process • Lifecycle process of an Opportunity

Transferred back to Phoenix with QWEST/CenturyLink

Industry: Provider of Customer Premise Equipment, Hi Speed WAN Connectivity, and Voice various regions. Responsible for creating network, VoIP and wireless solutions for K-20 Educational sector for Western Washington Pre and Post Sales EngineeringCustomer interfacing Assists the sales team with requests for bids/proposals/RFPsProficient in conducting architecture chalk talks and design conceptsInterface with Field Engineers conducting knowledge transferDelivery and Field Engineer interfacing with configurations reviewExcellent communication skills with very good technical writing skills Develop complex solutions for EducationRFP technical responses for Education SectorParticipate in the ERATE Process Lifecycle process of an OpportunitySmartnet RenewalCarrier offered Services- SONET, MOE, MPLS, DWDM, Cloud TechnologiesData Center Designing VMwareTraining on Cisco Unified Compute SystemInstrumental in putting together a solution for a major Washington University with Cisco involving UC on UCS.Oversee the UC on UCS deployment for University

Industry: Provider of brand-name information technology hardware, software and services to large enterprises, small to medium-sized businesses and public sector institutions in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific.Responsible for creating network, VoIP and wireless designs, solution details for services, design troubleshooting and reviews, configurations for solutions, and product parts lists.Ensure customers are provided with Cisco Pre-Sales Best Practices Solutions while meeting their business needs and requirements.Lead multiple daily conferences with Account Executives and clients to gather information, requirements and to explain solutions.Created and implemented sales checklist and site survey questionnaires used to streamline the work flow while ensuring all crucial customer information is obtained in a timely manner.Integral in this employer's move up into the top 5 Cisco VoIP Channel Partners in the United States.Awarded highest sales for Cisco's Channel Partner TSS Sales Engineer in the U.S. for 2008 and numerous quarterly awards..

Industry: One of the largest parking lot construction and maintenance companies in Arizona.Responsible for troubleshooting and resolutions for all VoIP telephony issues and network issues.Operate Alcatel environment, troubleshoot and resolve issues and work with vendors. Completed the successful setup, implementation and oversaw the monitoring software OmniVista 2520.

Industry: International mid-tier lodging chain with over 380 locations worldwide.Installed, performed troubleshooting, and maintained worldwide Cisco networks and routers. Configured and installed PIX firewalls.Integrated LAN and WAN configurations from MDF.Performed specified cable management to IDFs and MDFs.Troubleshoot Network issuesSuccessfully completed software and hardware rollouts and upgrades.

Network Engineer

Industry: Qwest is a leading provider of voice, video and data services across America and the world.Configured and installed PIX firewalls.Integrated LAN and WAN configurations from MDF.Troubleshot issues, performed problem escalation and resolution processes.Performed specified cable management to IDFs and MDFs.Promoted to Team Lead.