Sam Berard Email & Phone Number

I’m a dedicated professional with 7+ years of diverse achievements as a proud member of the U.S. Army, including handling all aspects of network engineering. I effectively distill requirements and ensure productivity across advanced network/systems design, development, configuration, and integration. I also build lasting relationships and foster strong team coordination, emphasizing clear and reliable communication. As an out-of-the-box thinker, I provide innovative solutions to deliver best-in-class network solutions. Supporting these achievements are my exemplary educational qualifications. These include a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the U.S. Military Academy, combined with CCNA Routing and Switching and the completion of an intensive Cyberspace Network Systems Engineering course.Key areas of specialization:Network Engineering & Management Development, Configuration, InstallationMaintenance & Upgrades Troubleshooting/Complex Problem-SolvingTeam Collaboration/Customer Relations Architecture Analysis & DesignSelected highlights from my career:✔️Received multiple promotions in the U.S. Army and supervised a team of 6 network technicians, ensuring optimal network performance and increasing uptime despite significant operational challenges.✔️Attained multiple accolades, including Service Medals (National Defense; Global War on Terrorism), the Army Service Ribbon, and the Air Assault Badge.✔️Exceeded expectations throughout the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of REDCOM call manager, Palo Alto Firewall, Cisco routers, and Cisco switches, ensuring optimal functionality and security. Provided trusted coaching and mentoring to other technical staff on networking practices.✔️Aided in the buildout of network infrastructure and upgrades, ensuring seamless integration and alignment as a subject matter expert with multiple platforms and technologies.In my free time, I enjoy collecting NFTs, coffee roasting, espresso brewing, pellet grill smoking, beer home brewing, Alabama football watching, and regenerative farming. I look forward to meeting you! 📧 You can reach me at sam.k.berard@gmail.com.

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  United States Military Academy At West Point

  Mechanical Engineering