Palo Alto Security Engineer

BADEWA ADEOTI

Atlanta 404-***-**** ************@*****.***

https:// www.linkedin.com/in/badewa-adeoti-network-security-engineer

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Network Engineer with a proven track record of designing, configuring, and deploying scalable network infrastructures and security solutions. Demonstrates hands-on technical expertise leveraging leading technologies and concepts, including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco routing, and network management tools, to maximize network performance and security. Fosters collaboration and partnership with technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders in aligning network strategies with operational requirements and business needs. Solutions-oriented self-starter combining excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills with a strong focus on driving results and continuous improvement. Holds certifications as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Fortinet NSE.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Palo Alto Networks NGFW Wireshark Nmap Packet Tracer Panorama Service Now Ticketing Systems Cisco Router Cisco Switches LAN WAN VPN BGP OSPFv2 RIPv2 VLAN Subnetting Static and Dynamic Routing IPSEC VPN DNS DHCP DMZ TCP/IP Global Protect

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Bachelor of Science (BS), Agric Economics, Obafemi Awolowo University, Osun State, Nigeria

Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Fortinet Network Security Engineer NSE

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Comet Networks Fayetteville, GA

Network Security Engineer Apr 2017 – Present

Charged with designing, configuring, and installing advanced network security solutions for diverse SMB clients. Specializes in deployment and management of Palo Alto technologies.

• Advanced network and security integration by deploying firewall rules to optimize performance and seamlessly integrate firewall systems with other enterprise systems.

• Optimized client productivity by configuring and deploying site to site VPN tunnels; maintaining and troubleshooting the tunnels to ensure secured access.

• Boosted system availability and decision-making using network monitoring toolssuch as Wireshark and Packet Tracer to gather data-driven insights and develop and implement firewall security rules.

• Mitigated risks and enhanced client security frameworks by identifying vulnerabilities in client systems and maintaining compliance with documented procedures during deployments and maintenance.

• Drove business continuity by configuring and maintaining high availability of critical network devices, including switches, routers, and firewalls, and conducting thorough root cause analysis to address and troubleshoot issues.

• Streamlined security management using Panorama to monitor and automate security operations and deliver consistent security protocols across multiple client sites.

• Diagnosed network tickets while interacting with internal Technical Assistant Center and escalated unresolved issues by raising TAC cases with Palo Alto Networks.

• Safeguarded applications by integrating specialized firewall technologies such as Intrusion Prevention policies, APP ID, User ID and content ID to prevent sophisticated security breaches and unauthorized access.

• Improved internal security by establishing customized security roles, enabling proactive monitoring and rapid response to internal security threats.

• Facilitated secure server access by engineering and deploying captive portals and access controls to meet client security requirements during upgrades.

AT&T Atlanta, GA

Network Security Administrator Nov 2015 – Mar 2017

Configured, deployed, and monitored network infrastructure, focusing on Cisco System products, including routers, switches, and access control lists. Collaborated with IT and cybersecurity operations teams to implement network security requirements and deliver robust network performance.

• Maximized network performance and security by creating and enforcing security policies and completing detailed technical documentation of security incidents, enabling rapid issue resolution and system upgrades.

• Optimized network health by leveraging insights from network monitoring tools and performance reports.

Bellris Digital

IT Support Lagos Nigeria Feb 2013 – Feb 2015

Technical support SME for ~X end-users; resolved diverse IT issues and provided support and operational maintenance for hardware, software applications, and devices.

Collaborated with IT teams to implement new technologies and systems. Exceeded technical support SLAs and performance metrics.

Resolved issues using established procedures to analyze, evaluate, and resolve hardware and software problems, such as operating systems, applications, system access, and databases.

Supported clients by creating ticket-tracking software to create IT tickets and monitor the progress of tasks.

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