Jude Nii-Odaie Network Engineer III ********@*****.*** 619-***-****
Summary of Experience
IT professional with over 7 years of experience in Network and Systems Engineering with a primary focus on Routing, Switching, Wireless, Data Center, Security and Server Load balancing . Experience includes designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network solutions for large enterprises and small businesses.
Skills & Expertise
Experience with Data center network build using NEXUS 9k,7k and 5ks
Configuring and supporting Enterprise MPLS/DMVPN Networks
Configuring and supporting Cisco core and access Switches
Configuring and supporting HP/Aruba Core and access switches
Experience with the following technologies OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VLAN, STP, HSRP, DMVPN and more
Deploying and configuring Cisco and Aruba wireless Access Point
Configure and support Local and Flex WLCs
Air magnet Wireless Survey experience
Experience with Cisco Prime Infrastructure
Some experience with setting up and working on VMware platforms
Experience with Cisco’s ASA and Fortinet firewalls
Experience with F5 and A10 Server Load balancers
Experience with Cisco IPS FireSource and Firesight
Experience with network monitoring tools such as WhatsUp Gold, Scrutinizer, and solar winds
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface with clients at all levels
Can-Do- Attitude
Education/Cert
Bachelor, Technical Management, DeVry University, Columbus OH
CCIE R/S - In Progress
CCNP Route & Switch
CCNP VOICE
CCNA Security
CompTia A+ Essentials
CompTia A+ Remote Desktop Technician
Ariens Company Inc,
Network Engineer III September 2016-Present
Responsible for maintaining the global corporate network
Implemented Dell Secure works IPS solution using iSensor and CTA
Setup new network at remote locations
Re-design the corporate network to ensure resiliency
Implemented Aruba wireless network solutions
Supported the day to day network needs of the company.
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Network Design Engineer III May 2015-Present
Design and deployed Data Center Solution for disaster recovery
Remediated Enterprise Campus networks
Designed and built new remote sites
Engaged in divestiture and acquisition projects
Implementing Wireless solutions
Network monitoring and optimization projects
Deploy IPS solution for Data Center and remote sites
Supports Tier 3 escalations
Bemis Inc
Network Infrastructure Engineer Mar 2014- May 2015
Deployed and upgrade wireless and wired networks in North and South America
Engaged in Network remediation activity across North America
Designed Network to support SAP deployment in North and South America
Troubleshoot and support network devices across North and South America
WAN circuit upgrade and turn-ups
Perform Network assessment and upgrade
Remotely configure and work with onsite technicians to install troubleshoot network devices
Troubleshoot and resolve day to day remedy tickets.
Trained and Mentored junior level engineers
Tushaus Computer Systems ( Contracted to Medical College of Wisconsin)
Network Engineer Jan 2012 - Mar 2014
Managed Service technical support for small and enterprise clients
Engaged in Network setup and expansion projects
Cisco WCS/NCS Prime Installation and support
Cisco Unified Communication Manager and Unity Installation and troubleshooting Support (VOIP)
Supports and setup firewalls and VPN related issues
Highly involved in the various Project Management phase of various high-visibility projects
Cisco ASA and Firewall Configuration and support
Communicated complex and technical information clearly and concisely, adjusting language and terminology to the needs of the customer (internal and external) in a professional manner
Advance configuring and administering of Cisco Router and Switches
Configuring Cisco supervisor engines
San Diego Community college (2010)
Tutor
Assisted CCNA students with lab work occasionally teach the class in the absence of the instructor.
Held one-on-one and group session with students
Verizon Wireless
Network Operations Specialist Feb 2007 - Jan 2012
Worked with the design team during the initial phase of various projects assisting in ensuring the validation of proposed network designs.
Was highly involved with advanced installation, operation, and maintenance of switches and routers including Cisco’s 6500s, ASR 9010s, 10ks,PDSNs, ALU’s 7750, 7705 and Ericsson’s BSM, VSM, RNC, MGW and other data communications, and peripheral equipment associated with the Mobile Telephone Switching Office.
Analyzed, troubleshoot, and identify root cause failure for relevant systems in the production environment.
Participated in Ethernet backhaul conversion and 3G to 4G LTE deployment in the Appleton Wisconsin Region.
Had the responsibility to operate and maintain UMTS, GPRS Packet Core network for CDMA and LTE.
Responsible for generating configuration for the installation of LAN/WAN networking products from Cisco, including routers, switches, and firewall devices.
Coordinated the installation of the networking devices that we generated configurations for. Provided high-level troubleshooting to the on-site production team.
Also coordinated the installing, testing, and troubleshooting of multiple circuits (OC48, T3, T1) for various account facilities.
Performed periodic network maintenance, patch application, redundancy failovers, and IOS upgrades.
US Bank
Universal Banker April 2006 – Feb 2007
Handled customer account enquiries and disputes
Assisted management with financial and administration task, also assisted in mentoring new hires, and actively participated in the sale of the banks product and services.
Developed proficient customer interaction skills
Instructor
Textar Computer System 2000 – 2005
Teach students MS DOS, Windows and Office. Assisted with troubleshooting Hardware and software related issues.