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San Francisco, California, Us

My role encompasses all aspects of network infrastructure. I am a lead engineer in the Data Center, Network Automation, and Monitoring & Alerting infrastructures, as well as a domain knowledge expert in AWS/Cloud and Backbone routing environments.Designed and delivered an intent-based Python network automation workflow, reducing time for end-to-end deployment of depot or data center fabrics from 60 hours to 4 hours.Designed and implemented a new data center, and the zero-touch provisioning deployment for a second data center. Designed and executed high-bandwidth vehicle edge connectivity environments and infrastructure.Designed and implemented an AWS multi-region multi-zone architecture across four backbone locations.

San Francisco, California, Us

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

- Designed and built new internal OA&M networks for 3 data center locations- Designed and implemented a new internal wireless LAN solution, adding additional user capacity as well as new functionality for customers and data center monitoring- Designed and implemented routing solutions for seven new customers using MPLS L3VPN, after remediating core infrastructure to support new technologies- Designed new architecture to replace aging backup-as-a-service infrastructure, utilizing leaf-spine networks and VXLAN for customer segmentation and multi-tenancy- Implemented Solarwinds suite to replace FOSS Observium instance to better facilitate network monitoring and telemetry

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Us

- Designed and built new extranet infrastructure to allow for external customer connectivity to over 1000 partners utilizing our financial services- Led a team of engineers to design and implement a new retail branch network infrastructure utilizing Viptela SD-WAN solution to allow for a high availability and performance branch of the future- Configured and maintained new converged infrastructure using VMware NSX with a Nexus leaf/spine layer- Assisted lead engineer with design and configuration of two new data centers to replace aging infrastructure

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Us

- Configured and maintained ATM machine network comprising of 8000+ remote routers across a national geographic footprint- Configured and maintained 2700 retail branch sites- Designed and implemented new ATM extranet with external customer, adding 500 ATMs to the network

Washington, Dc, Us

- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network devices, including Cisco switches, routers and Aruba wireless access points - Develop and implement plans for testing, configuration, maintenance and integration of infrastructure modifications and enhancements on a production network supporting1600 users- Create and maintain network documentation, to include topology diagrams, IP schemes, equipment and warranty tracking - Write standard operating procedures, disaster recovery plans, network security policies and data backup documentation- Assist Senior Network Engineer with administration and maintenance of network infrastructure and servers- Troubleshoot problems on access and distribution layer network equipment- Install network devices, cabling, panels and cabinets- Act as a facilitator for continuous process improvement events using Lean Six Sigma techniques

Washington, Dc, Us

- Created and maintained network user accounts in Active Directory, and maintain Exchange email boxes- Performed troubleshooting and repair on 800 client systems and devices, to include desktops, laptops, printers, copiers and scanners- Performed installation, configuration and updates of client software and operating systems- Administered organization Information Assurance program, ensuring quality computer security training for all 850 users

Robins Afb, Ga, Us

- Administered OracleHR database for 1300 users- Created custom queries and data products using Discoverer- Developed custom Microsoft Access databases to enhance and support office automation and task completion- Created an maintained organizational web site, including Flash content and database integration

Robins Afb, Ga, Us

- Assisted customer service manager in maintaining Master Personnel Records for 1300 military members on station- Developed custom electronic record tracking system, maintaining 100% accountability for all personnel records- Designed and implemented an automated personnel deployment computer program, reducing deployment processing time by 75%

Randolph Afb, Tx, Us

- Maintained and repaired all ICBM facility power, electrical, and environmental control systems- Assigned as Facility Maintenance team chief, supervised all maintenance tasks on site

As, Networking

Aas, Information Systems Technology

Aas, Human Resource Management

Aas, Mechanical/Electrical Technology

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