DANIEL HAYS

Orlando, FL *****

1-407-***-**** - ad0w86@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

As a dedicated Network Architect, my focus is on developing and constructing reliable enterprise networks using innovative approaches. I specialize in offering holistic solutions. I take the time to research, comprehend, and support the business' strategies to achieve their objectives.

SKILLS

• Enterprise Network Solutions

• Issue or Enhancement Definition and

Outcome Goals

• Planning, Design, Engineering,

Implementation, and Support

Solutions

• Tier 3/4 Support

• Cloud Networking

• Secure Network Infrastructure, Zero

Trust

• Network Monitoring and Tracking

• Vendor Evaluation

• Cisco, Mist, Meraki, Aruba, HP,

Arista, Fortinet, Ekahau

• LAN, MAN, WAN, SDWAN, VPN,

MPLS, FW, AAA

• TCP/IP, IPv6, All Layer 2 Protocols,

DHCP, DNS. IPAM

• Enterprise Wireless Solutions

WORK HISTORY

05/2023 to Current Contracted Network Consultant

Presidio Incorporated – Orlando, FL

• Performed site surveys, configuration reviews and hardware assessments to rectify issues and enhance wireless and network performance.

• Provided high level design and support for networks at short term customer events.

• Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.

• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

• Collaborated closely with clients to better understand entire project scope. 09/2013 to 11/2022 Network Architect

Oracle Incorporated – Orlando, FL

• Participated in strategic planning process by providing input and helping to develop scope definition of strategic initiatives.

• Collaborated with all levels of different business units to develop solutions that exceeded business requirements.

• Responsible for vendor selection, design, engineering, implementation, and support of large wireless and enterprise networks.

• Successfully led design and implementation of large-scale projects, including deployment of a 15,000 access point network and a global WAN redesign.

• Worked extensively with tools to create and document detailed design and support plans for small to large sites, indoor and outdoor.

• Worked on Agile teams to improve productivity.

• Diagnosed network problems involving combinations of hardware, software, configuration, and communications issues.

• Planned implementation of network enhancements and upgrades.

• Provided incident triage and response.

• Spearheaded and led major network installation and upgrade projects.

• Supported project planning teams to promptly address hardware and software problems and network emergencies.

• Identified means to reduce and control expenses by conducting cost, schedule, and contract performance analysis and improving resource allocation.

• Developed network test and validation processes to maintain alignment with solution design.

• Prioritized simultaneous projects to perform effectively under shifting deadlines in fast-paced environment.

• Analyzed, identified, and resolved complex network hardware, software, and configuration problems.

• Analyzed, troubleshot, and enhanced network performance to drive efficiency.

• Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes. 09/2009 to 09/2013 Principle Network Engineer/Product Manager Oracle Incorporated – Orlando, FL

• Responsible for Ethernet switching including vendor selection, design, engineering, and support of very large networks.

• Created and maintained hardware, software, and configuration standards for a network of more than one million ports.

• Participated in teams for large projects such as global routing redesign.

• Created the design for first internet connected office.

• Managed legacy wireless infrastructure.

• Organized frameworks to transfer secure data from internal to external and public networks.

• Detected intrusion attempts and promptly responded to DDoS attacks.

• Integrated data, voice, and video networks for use in multi-site installations.

• Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.

• Collaborated with vendors to identify best options for optimizing network performance.

• Established robust infrastructure and data capacity for new applications.

• Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes. 09/2006 to 09/2009 Senior Manager

Oracle Incorporated – Orlando, FL

• Managed data center engineers, desktop support, and network engineers.

• Managed large data center upgrade projects.

• Modified inventory control programs to maintain and enhance annual business plan.

• Implemented productivity benchmarks across all departments to maximize company revenue.

• Identified and implemented cost improvement changes.

• Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

• Developed proposals and presentations for internal audiences. 09/1996 to 09/2006 Senior Network Engineer

Oracle Incorporated – Orlando, FL

• Created and implemented first fully redundant WAN solution to address carrier issues and enhance revenue.

• Discovered and worked with teams to address application latency issues.

• Upgraded network from older technologies to new ones.

• Managed purchasing and installation of networking equipment such as core routers and switches.

• Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.

• Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.

• Escalated emergency technical issues beyond knowledge to maintain optimum up- time.

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