PROFILE
Enthusiastic Certified Network Engineer with an extensive background in 3+ years with Cisco Routing and Switching and 7+ years with Microsoft Suite and Windows OS. Well versed and dedicated to delivering quality results to customers in 24/7 critical customer environment. Demonstrated experience in Network communication, design, plan, and installation. Ability to work independently to resolve technical issues or in groups with limited guidance from senior network engineers. Willing to work beyond scheduled hours and during off hours and well versed in Cisco Network Platform. Will gain Cisco Security Certification within 3 months of employment.
CERTIFICATIONS
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching
EDUCATION
University of Colorado Chemistry
Denver August 2013 – May 2017
University of the People Computer Science Online Currently Attending
CONTACT
PHONE: 303-***-****
EMAIL: **********@*****.***
ATTRIBUTES
Problem Solver
Team Player
Detail Oriented
Self-Starter
Organized
SKILLS
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NETWORK ENGINEER
WORK EXPERIENCE
Kingdom Connection Christian Center Network Administration Trainer
Aurora, CO May 2015 – NOW
Trained professionals for their Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching exam
Designed, maintained, and operated small to medium sized networks
Developed training materials around routing and multicast protocols: OSPF, BGP, VOIP
Trained students in network/subnet addressing on Cisco Switching/Routing product line
Diagnosed network related issues
Skilled in Troubleshooting and mitigating network issues
Rose Family Foundation Project Manager
Denver, CO September 2017 – September 2018
Created and maintained Project schedule alongside subject matter experts
Proactively managed Project budget, communicate and mitigated budget risks
Developed communication and marketing strategy with the subject experts
Communicated with clients, subject matter experts and sponsors to ensure project success
Organized project materials and actively reviewed and reported project progress
Facilitated monthly team trainings including monthly group training presentations
WIGWAM Creative Project Manager
Denver, CO July 2017 – October 2017
Developed and kept all project activities updated and clearly communicated across the team
Managed the growth of client base and the improvement of the user interface
Maintained constant communication with 500+ potential clients and sponsors daily
Handled the scheduling for partners on maintenance for their programs on the app
Developed promotional presentation for several statewide conferences and meetings
Managed and updated clients, sponsors, and subject matter experts on project status
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce (DMCC) Youth Engagement Strategist
Denver, CO September 2016 – June 2017
Managed the Denver Opportunity Youth Initiative project on the engagement of youth
Doubled the amount of partner engagement and youth expected for the pilot program
Administratively supported the Project Manager and 50-person staff
Created the communication system for alerts and reporting from and to youth
Transcribed meeting minutes and scheduled To Do reminders for team of 12 and growing
Represented the initiative at the Aspen Institute
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Youth Advisor
Denver, CO February 2013 – June 2016
Provided long term technical assistance to state and national partners
Facilitated and presented to hundreds of people on several topics nationwide at conferences
Created Gantt charts and reported quarterly on progress of all program efforts
Managed team calendar and planned meetings and travel logistics for team of four
Developed training materials for youth and 32 staff members concerning the initiative
Partnered statewide and nationwide to promote youth initiatives and best practices
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Colorado 9to025 (CO9to25) Executive Board Co-Chair
Denver, CO February 2013 – August 2017
Oversaw the growth and development of the CO9to25 Network of Care for young people.
Partnered in the expansion of CO9to25 to regions in Colorado by procuring funds.
Raised $200,000 for the initiative and expanded to 7 different regions in Colorado.
increased the visibility of the organization by 400% in 4 years on social media platforms.
Transcribed meeting material occasionally in lieu of absent administrator
Reported on the finance and progress of the initiative