Sean Brennan
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NETWORK NGINEER
Highly dependable and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in network, support, and troubleshooting engineering experience. Recognized for the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex technical issues. Long history of customer service excellence serving technical professionals and untrained clients with sensitivity and professionalism. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Layer 1 Through Layer 7 Networking Network Security Cloud Computing Wide Area Networks
Network Design Testing Implementation Network Troubleshooting Strong Communication
Interpersonal Skills Presentation Skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS
TCP-IP Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switching and Routing BGP OSPF MPLS Ethernet RSTP VLANs Cloud Computing Network Security QoS & DiffServ HTTP(S) Layer 4-7 Switching-Server Load Balancing
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Dell Technologies/EMC Corporation, Santa Clara, CA 2015 - 2023
Principle Network Engineer
Lead network architect for all lab networks in the DellEMC R&D Labs throughout California.
Successfully architected, installed, configured, and managed multiple new building R&D lab networks after the Dell acquisition of EMC, 15 lab networks were moved and recommissioned in the new buildings.
Configured, implemented, and maintained all DellEMC lab networks.
Troubleshooted and elevated any network issues encountered.
Served as Architect and implemented any network change requests and confirmed network access.
Apple, Inc., Cupertino, CA 2014 - 2014
Sr. Network Security Engineer
Analyzed existing network security implementations and remediated as necessary to improve overall network security.
Successfully secured/blocked all corporate network traffic to/from all data center network traffic within all Apple corporate campuses.
Reviewed and tuned Router Access Control Lists.
Evaluated Firewall security policies and provided performance metrics.
Performed in-depth log analysis on Router and Firewall event logs.
Implemented change requests related to network security.
Brocade Communications, Inc. / Foundry Networks Santa Clara, CA 2004 - 2013
Sr. Systems Engineer – Strategic Account Team
Provided technical Sales support for Brocade Communications LAN/WAN market platforms for Worldwide Named accounts.
Helped Secure $16M Purchase Order for large customer network design. Achieved quota every year – President Club Invitee.
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Served as contributor specializing in pre-sales and post-sales activities on the Brocade IP Networking product line.
Designed, configured, and deployed complex network architectures for Fortune 100 customers.
Performed in-depth and technical presentations for customers, partners, and at major events.
Provided mentorship/guidance on Technology trends to clients, partners, and employees.
Managed key End-user technical relationships.
Served as Communication driver between Field and Corporate on any technical issues.
Oversaw customer account management and development.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Adara Systems, Scotts Valley, CA
Network Engineer
WinCom Systems, Inc. San Jose, CA
Systems Engineer
Cisco Systems, Inc. San Jose, CA
Systems Engineer
Nortel Networks / Bay Networks / SynOptics Santa Clara, CA
Senior Corporate Systems Engineer
Cabletron Systems, Inc., San Jose, CA
Field Engineer
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Information Technology
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Information Technology
University of Maryland / DeAnza College
VOLUNTEER WORK
Cambodia Wildlife Sanctuary – Anlong Veng, Cambodia
Save Elephant Foundation - Chiang Mai, Thailand
Wildlife SOS - Elephant Conservation and Care Centre, Mathura, India
AFE/Fisi Camp - Village food drop Narok, Kenya
SHE-CAN - Mill Valley, California
Junior Achievements of Northen California
Camp Nej Wilderness Adventure Camp, City of Sacramento Department of Parks, and Recreation – 4x4 Transportation Coordinator