Network Engineer
CurrentProvides network support for 736 network devices on the unclassified, classified and higher classification networks throughout Hurlburt Field complex in support of Air Force Special Operations Command and tenant units. Can troubleshoot network and communications equipment, proficient in layer 2 and layer 3 switching and routing. Configures routers and switches, installs upgrades and new IOS, and troubleshoots network issues. Familiar with OSPF, EGIRP, STP, VTP, ACL's on Cisco routers. Responds to trouble calls, implements appropriate fixes and documents results in Remedy. Experienced in change management procedures (ASI's), scheduling outages and working with distant ends and customers. Able to deal with customers in a stressful situations and able to reprioritize and re-task as the situation changes. Maintains the base IP addressing scheme, assigns new IP addresses and VLAN assignments to network devices. Current experience with cryptographic equipment. Knowledge of server hardware, communications equipment, and Intel systems. Experienced in installation and maintenance of desktop operation systems, installation, troubleshooting and configuration of end user devices, call systems, server operations. Knowledgeable of cable protocol standards, installation, testing, certification, and troubleshooting of fiber and copper cabling. Works with the following tools and devices: Cisco ASDM, Vandyke Secure CRT, SolarWinds network tools, and Remedy. Primary equipment includes Cisco 7200 and 7500 routers and 6500, 4500, 36xx, 37xx switches.