Leonardo Morales, Ccna Email & Phone Number

Las Cruces, Nm, Us

Downers Grove, Il, Us

• Led the planning and proposal development for upgrading the network infrastructure for the President of the Navajo Nation, collaborating with department heads, including ISP, outside plant, and microwave teams. Proposed an upgrade from a 1Gb ISP connection to 10Gb Direct Internet Access with a 1Gb backup.• Proposed the transition to Cisco technology, including Catalyst 9200L Switches, Catalyst 9300 Switches, Cisco 3105 Firewalls NGFW Appliances, and Catalyst 9164I-MR Meraki Indoor Access Points.• Upgraded end-of-life equipment, replacing Cisco Catalyst 3650s and 3850s with new Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches to enhance network performance and reliability.• Spearheaded the implementation of Cisco DNA Center, migrating from Cisco Prime and serving as the lead network designer.• Created Wi-Fi heat maps within DNA Center for all district offices, helping visualize Wi-Fi coverage and facilitating the addition of access points in weak areas.• Led the implementation of two Cisco Nexus 9K switches for data center expansion.• Upgraded Cisco Prime to version 10 and executed the Prime to DNA migration readiness tool.• Integrated an internal TFTP server, streamlining IOS updates for 85% of enterprise network switches, including Catalyst 3650/3850s, IE3000 series, and Catalyst 4500s.• Configured and managed Cisco Nexus 7K and Catalyst 9300 series switches in data centers.• Utilized Cisco ISE to manage user authentication and certificate updates, ensuring security compliance.• Upgraded Cisco Firepower FMC and FTD, adjusted IPsec tunnels for site-to-site VPNs, and fine-tuned access control lists.• Resolved network speed issues using IPERF and implemented QoS; upgraded an ISP circuit from 1GB to 10GB.

Santa Fe, New Mexico, Us

Utilized network monitoring system server to acquire all alerts through single web UI. Maintained cyber security operations of Active Directory by deploying Tenable AD. Collaborated with software companies, including IBOSS and GoGuardian to block harmful content by administrating content filtering process. Spearheaded email security procedures by employing Google vault and admin tools. Designed and implemented a DMZ VLAN to securely connect and manage networking equipment. Formulate sonic firewall guidelines while working with its internal DHCP server. Orchestrated establishing out of band management of 32 sites to allow direct access to file/camera servers, domain controllers, UPS’, Cisco routers, and Extreme switches. Updated firmware of all routers, switches, and Eaton UPS via serial or remotely. Transferred users to certain groups and attain group policies, reset/change passwords, and clean up AD by automating Active Directory. Generate scripts for configuration across multiple devices using KACE management. • Assured connectivity with company’s access points using Aruba Airwave and Mobility system. • Verified security of systems by building dedicated camera servers through deployment of Windows server 2019 OS. • Enhanced reliability of company’s functionality by recommending and applying new IPAM solution. • Attained complete user’s satisfaction by providing excellent services and resolving complex internet issues while promoting productive environment.

Fremont, California, Us

Cable Technician (contract position)Formulated and utilized assembly line for top-performing team to proficiently bundle single node fibers across Meta Data Center. Streamlined main distribution frames by establishing and employing VCM racks, connecting in Meta’s Arista switches. • Overhauled and sustained formerly patched fiber up to 25% by automating fiber/cooper networks.• Leveraged strong knowledge of quality assurance equipment, such as VFLs, cable testers, and fluke devices to administer several optical fixation tasks.• Directed and assisted a team of six technicians to identify and resolve complex prior patched fiber issues while serving as cable technician.

Las Cruces, New Mexico, Us

Network and Telecommunication TechnicianPerformed workflow tasks using windows computers as well as designing and employing Cisco IP phones in new campus offices. Oversaw and maintained user WIFI functions by employing Cisco Meraki. Telnet into legacy switches and SSH into switches to solve system configuration errors.• Decreased complex phone call issues of muted campus by adopting robust strategies and converting phone systems from Polre network to POE switches.• Increased WIFI speed by up to 120% by envisioning, developing, and utilizing Ubiquiti antennas and facilitating network to campus housing through VDSL connections. • Fostered partnership with key stakeholders and leveraged strong knowledge of cables to link antennas to home modem and provide internet connection to home devices.