Fikadu Wakijira Gudeta

SUMMARY

Telecommunication Engineer and Certified Cisco Network Engineer with over 6 years of hands-on experience working on large, fast-paced and world-class enterprise environments supporting multiple Cisco operating platforms in the areas of Installation, Configuration, Administration and Troubleshooting. Expertise in: Satellite Communication Systems; RF Transceivers Design (LNA, RF PA and RF filters and matching); and, WDM based Optical Transport Networks, RF Circuit Measurement using oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, digital logics, electromagnetic fields and waves, and microwave, antenna transmission systems, antenna Beamforming, DAS, MIMO technologies for WiFi and Cellular communication systems. Detailed knowledge and understanding in 3G and 4G wireless networks and SDN. Proficiency in Network Development, Planning, Design, Configuration, Maintenance, TCP/ IP and OSI Configuration. Experience troubleshooting IP routing protocols: OSPF; BGP; EIGRP; RIP; and, BGP. Knowledgeable in troubleshooting L1, L2 and L3 and configurations, IPv4 and IPv6 routed protocols, ACLs, STP, HSRPs, GLBP, DTP, PBR and 802.1q configuration, and QoS. Strong experience in: Broadband Data networks; ISDN; ATM; SAN; Voice technologies; Mobile and wireless Networking MTSO; OC48; T1; T3; SONET; SDH; DSL; DOCSIS; CDN; optic wireless and other cable technologies - Analyze RF; Voice; Video Signals; Data Communications Network; and, communication over power line. Conducted research and training in Cellular Communication networks, LAN switching and WAN routing, Network topology analysis, Network traffic managements and IP Network Engineering. Excellent database knowledge and strong skills and knowledge in RF transceivers design/ measurements: RF filters; matching; synthesizers; RF circuit measurements (network analyzer and spectrum analyzer using oscilloscope); WAF; WAN; SDN; SONET; T1; E1; T3; CSU/ DSU; ISDN; OSPF; EIGRP; BGP; VRRP; HSRP; GLBP; ATM; and, Ether channel. High dedication, enthusiasm, reliability, strong work ethics and interpersonal communications. Team-player with excellent analytical, detail-oriented, positive can do attitude, highly motivated to learn new technologies and problem solving techniques, problem solving and communication skills. Excellent leadership management skills. Results-oriented and productive in both team and individual projects.

EXPERIENCE

02/15-02/17 Macy’s Company, Arlington, VA

Network Engineer

Monitored network efficacy and availability, and resolved connectivity problems.

Oversaw network configuration, troubleshooting, documentation and network upgrading.

Performed network analysis, QoS, and Security

03/13-11/14 Seoul National University ECE Network Lab, Seoul, South Korea

Telecommunication Network Engineer

Worked with: Wi-Fi (802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac); Vo-Wi-Fi and LTE handoff

SU-MIMO; MU-MIMO; Beamforming; Band steering; and, DFS.

Worked on network development, planning, design, documentation and research.

BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, DOCSIS configuration and troubleshooting

NetScaler load balance router and switch configuration, troubleshooting

Configured and troubleshot Cisco routing and switching devices (LAN, DHCP and DNS).

Works on QoS of Wireless and Cellular communication networks & WDM based Optical Transport Networks.

IP multicasting, multicasting over wireless network

Datalink layer multicasting, application layer multicasting

Maintain QoS through proper BW allocation scheme, signal power, and prioritizing services based on the information type.

Python programming

Managed RF frequency planning, measurement and analysis.

Wi-Fi tools used: AirMagnet Spectrum XT and AirMagnet Wi-Fi analyzers.

Conducted research in Wireless and Mobile communication networks focusing on HetNet, Cognitive Radio, Massive MIMO and Network Protocols.

02/11-01/13 Adama Science and Technology University, Adama, Ethiopia

Network Engineer, Engineering School

As a Telecom Network Engineer, I was responsible for network development, design, planning, implementing, configuring and troubleshooting campus. Achieved campus network connectivity improvements and expansions.

As Telecommunication Network Engineer I was conducting researches on Broadband and Wireless communication systems: Vo-Wi-Fi connectivity and handoff testing

Configuration and troubleshooting of OSPF, EIGRP, LAN, TCP/IP, DHCP, Firewall, cable modems

IP multicasting, multicasting over wireless network

Datalink layer multicasting, application layer multicasting

Exceeded the expected plan of fiber optics to connect the campus buildings.

Handled overall Engineering School Leadership, planning and managing Academic and Administrative issues.

As member and Chair of Wind Energy national-level project consultancy group, I was responsible to manage the overall consultancy services.

Wi-Fi technologies used: Beamforming; MIMO; and, spectral analysis.

Maintained excellent leadership and interaction with the multiple vendors and Stakeholders.

Provided Academic and Professional training in Telecommunication networks: Cellular networks; Satellite Communications; Data networking; and, Broadband networks.

Managed School of Engineering (Population size: 15,000) with change-oriented leadership

As School manager, I am responsible for Change Management which boosted the school efficiency and quality from 15% to 25%.

Maximized the efficiency of the office by providing timely solutions for customers and employees.

Managed renewable energy project consultancy on behalf of Ethiopia Electric Power Corporations.

01/07-01/11 Ethio-Telecom Company, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Telecommunication Network Engineer

Maintain QoS through proper BW allocation scheme, signal power, and prioritizing services based on the information type for cellular networks.

Cellular network handoff test and measurements

Performed network planning, design, maintenance and configurations.

Used Cisco, LAN and WAN, TCP/IP.

Multicast video through pre-positioning, video streaming quality control

IP multicasting, multicasting over wireless network

Datalink layer multicasting, application layer multicasting

Worked on Broadband, Wireless, Cellular communication networks, WDM based Optical Transport Networks, and DOCSIS.

Managed Broadband network planning and implementation.

Oversaw telecom network wire, wireless installation and Customer Service.

Took part in Cellular network expansion project with Ethiopia Telecommunication.

Contributed in Ethiopia information and communication agency network expansion, development and documentation.

EDUCATION

Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Master of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering Communication Engineering, specialized in Telecommunication Engineering

Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia

Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics

NB: Both degrees evaluated and equivalent with United States accredited higher education institutes offered degrees, as Master Degree in Telecommunication Engineering and Bachelor Degree in Engineering Physics.

CERTIFICATIONS

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP - In Progress)

Network Security (Certification - In Progress)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

WAN and LAN Technologies: SONET; SDH; DSL; T1; E1; T3; CSU/ DSU; SDN ISDN; BISDN; PSTN; QoS; Data Communication; Fiber Optic Technologies; WAN Circuit Design; IPSec; VoIP PBX; Beam forming, MIMO Technologies, Video Techniques

Description: Cisco; DHCP; LAN; Wireshark; HSRP; VRRP; and, LACP.

Description: Load Balancing; DNS; NetScaler; Python; Firewall; and, IEEE 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac.

Description: Ether Channel; Spanning Tree; VLAN; DMVPN; VSS; QoS; CDP; STP; LLDP; TCP/ IP; BGP; EIGRP; OSPF; DAM; and, MPLS.

Description: SSL; SLA PIP; VPLS; ATM; FR; SVI; VEC; VCSD; and, Source Fir. RF Transceivers Measurements

Devices: Oscilloscopes; Network Analyzer; Spectrum Analyzer; and, Wireless System.

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