Joe Rethemeyer
Objective To continue working in the IT field and to grow in knowledge and experience with a wide range of computer networking technologies
Education 2004–2006 ECPI Technical College Richmond, VA
AAS CIS: September 1st, 2006 – Information Technology w/a focus on Networking and Security Management
Certifications
CCNP R&S
Net+
JNCIA
CCNA SEC
A+
JNCIS
IT Skills
Palo Alto, Checkpoint, ASA
IP-Sec, iVPN, eVPN
Security Principals and Techniques
Threat Detection and Mitigation
Policy and Route management
Spunk, Cisco Prime
Network Sniffers and SPAN
Infinistream Administration
Wire Shark
Spectrum, eHealth, Triage
Infoblox DNS
AWS, Azure Architecture and Design
Studying Cyber Security
Studying Cloud Computing
Studying Python and Automation
Cisco ISR, ASR
Cisco Nexus 9K, 7K, 5K, 2K FEX
Catalyst Switching
CATOS and Legacy IOS
Linux, F5, Proxy
BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP
LAN, WAN, MAN, OC3, MPLS, Metro-E
vPC, VLAN, VRF, BFD, HSRP, VRRP
Cisco Wireless, VoIP, and Security
Network Design and Architecture
Network Automation
Python and Ansible
Experience
03-2015 to 05-2019 Wells Fargo Richmond, VA
Sr. Network Engineer Perimeter Team
Configure, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Network, Firewall and Appliances.
Configured iVPNs, eVPNs, port turn-ups, decommission, port channels, vPCs, FEX technology, Data Center, infrastructure, perimeter networks, and other network tasks.
Implemented rule and policy updates for port and IP security purposes such as.access control and IP and content filtering, file scanning and and threat detection services on Palo Alto, Checkpoint, and Cisco ASA.
Implemented route updates in static routing objects on Palo Alto, Checkpoint, and Cisco ASA.
Top side - DMZ - Bottom side perimeter network management
Training on Python and Ansible network automation.
Used HP Network Automation (HPNA) to scheduled network management and configuration task automation.
Had to learn and follow detailed procedures and policies to complete network tasks according to written documentation provided by the customer Wells Fargo.
Create design documentation using Visio and created Controlled Access Networks and any wholesale customer needs for already designed networks.
09-2013 to 03-2015 Advantage Technical Resourcing Richmond, VA
Sr. Network Engineer Perimeter Team Wells Fargo
Configure, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Network Devices and Appliances
Configured iVPNs, eVPNs, port turn ups, decommission, port channels, vPCs, FEX technology, Data Center, infrastructure, perimeter networks, and other network tasks.
Used HP Network Automation (HPNA) to scheduled network management and configuration task automation.
Adapt to, learn and follow detailed procedures and policies to complete network tasks according to written documentation provided by the customer Wells Fargo.
Create design documentation using Visio and created Controlled Access Networks and any wholesale customer needs for already designed networks.
12-2011 to 06-2013 Artech Information Systems Richmond, VA
Sr. Network Analyst/Engineer Dominion
Configure, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot CA Products
eHealth and eHealth Live Suite – Distributed Servers
eHealth Live Health Administrator
eHealth Live Health Application Administrator
eHealth Web Administrator
Spectrum – Distributed Servers
Voice Quality Monitoring
Configure, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot existing and new customer Cisco/Juniper/Foundry hardware networks.
Provide on-going technical support and troubleshooting for implemented Cisco/juniper/Foundry Hardware.
Evaluate new network technologies, management, and analytical tools.
Participated in design conferences, produced network diagrams and detailed network documentation.
Maintained and created technical and vendor product information and assisted in establishing performance standards, policies, and procedures.
Upgrade all kinds of equipment from Juniper/Cisco Switches to Cisco Wireless controllers.
Configure new LWAPPs and add them to the controller, configured them from the controller.
Configured Autonomous to become LWAPPs
Deployed many LWAPP Rogue Detectors, and APs
Used WCS for administration purposes and to monitor the wireless networks health.
Used the Location Appliance to locate areas of bad signal strength and for planning.
Contributed to the production of reports and post mortems on events and outages to the job.
Implement Cisco IOS software Upgrades on production sensitive Cisco Networks.
Normal LAN troubleshooting and break/fix support.
Upgrade and configure Voice Gateways.
Install and configure Netscout Infinistream Appliances.
Forescout NAC Appliance configuration and administration.
03-2011 to 12-2011 Axelon Services Inc. Richmond, VA
Sr. Network Engineer IBM/AT&T/Altria/Philip Morris USA
Configure, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot existing and new customer Cisco hardware networks.
Responsible for the initial implementation and configuration of Cisco 6500, 4900, 4500, 3750, and 2960 series multilayer switches.
Provide on-going technical support and troubleshooting for implemented Cisco Hardware.
Evaluate new network technologies, management, and analytical tools.
Participated in design conferences, produced network diagrams and detailed network documentation.
Maintained and created technical and vendor product information and assisted in establishing performance standards, policies, and procedures.
Contributed to the production of reports and post mortems on events and outages to the job.
Implement Cisco IOS software Upgrades on production sensitive Cisco Networks.
VRF configuration and architecture.
Virtual Routing and Policy Switching.
Metropolitan Area Network design through EPLs.
BGP and EIGRP Dynamic Routing design, testing, implementation and troubleshooting.
EIGRP, GLBP redundancy and load balancing.
Enterprise MPLS over EPL MAN/WAN links.
VPN design, implementing, testing, and troubleshooting over enterprise MPLS EPLs.
Assisted Wireless 4400 Controller and deployed Lightweight enterprise WAPs
Normal LAN troubleshooting and break/fix support.
12-2010 to 03-2011 PLANIT Technology Group Glen Allan, VA
Network Engineer Virginia State University Network Refresh
Configure, deploy, manage and troubleshoot existing and new customer Cisco, Juniper, and 3Com network hardware.
Responsible for the initial implementation and configuration of various network resources.
Created and maintained technical and vendor product information and assisted in establishing performance standards, policies, and procedures.
Contributed to the production of reports and post mortems on events and outages to the job.
Implemented IOS and JUNOS upgrades.
Assisted in designing of new VSU Core Network.
Assisted in designing new IP address ranges used for new VSU Core network.
Assisted in installation and configuration of network devices during massive Network Refresh Project.
Assisted in implementation of OSPF on a statically routed network.
Assisted multiple vendors for communications with their hardware/software needs through the VSU network.
Configured Voice Gateways VG224 for Analog to VoIP over VSU Network
Worked with Call Manager and Unity Servers.
03-2010 to 12-2010 Sapphire Technology Group Richmond, VA
Network Engineer Bon Secours Health Systems Network Refresh
Configure, deploy, manage and troubleshoot existing and new customer Cisco network hardware.
Responsible for the initial implementation and configuration of various network resources.
Created and maintained technical and vendor product information and assisted in establishing performance standards, policies, and procedures.
Contributed to the production of reports and post mortems on events and outages to the job.
Lead Team of PC Technicians to audit/survey network and devices.
Configured EIGRP, ACLs, Trunks, L3 Interconnects, DHCP for new scopes on Server 2008/2003 and on Cisco Switches/Routers.
Documented all changes made to network during refresh.
Set port security and prepared ports for VoIP.
Configured Static and default routes.
Prepared templates for new switches and updated documentation in programs such as IPPlan.
Lead team from Fiber Plus to cut over to the new hardware and re-cable and patch all devices for a cleaner closet.
01-2009 to 03-2010 PLANIT Technology Group Richmond, VA
Network Engineer\PC Technician and Migration Specialist
Network Administrator for Bob McDonnell for Governor Campaign.
Design and configuration of Cisco war room network election Nov 3, 2009 Election for Gov-Elect Bob McDonnell.
Network and systems engineer for Shaheen Law Firm.
Upgrade Database software.
Active directory\Exchange administration.
Configure, deploy, manage and troubleshoot existing and new customer Cisco network hardware.
Worked with VITA\Northrup Grumman on the network and PC Migrations throughout the state of Virginia.
Virus Management
Used Altiris Migration tools to migrate old state computers profiles/personalities to new production machines.
08-2006 to 12-2008 Network Business Solutions Richmond, VA
Lead Network\Systems Engineer\PC Technician
Supported small business workgroup networks.
Mail Enable and IMail Server support and administration.
Outlook implementation, configuration and support.
Residential and Small Business Consultation.
LAN and WLAN implementation and support.
Cat5, 5e, and 6 Cabling, Tracing, and Termination.
Recover corrupt data and files on malfunctioning disk drives.
WindowsXP/2000/Vista Workstation Administration.
Windows 2003 SB Administration.
08-2006 to 12-2006 New Market Corporation Richmond, VA
Network Analyst Internship
Updated PDM and Flash on Pix 501 Firewall.
Setup DHCP for inside LAN on Pix with NAT Configurations.
Created Network Diagrams (Visio).
Set up access lists on Cisco Routers.
Setup 802.11g wireless in meeting rooms.
Monitor and Troubleshoot LAN.
Joe Rethemeyer
Professional References:
Scott Barnhill
Sr. Network Engineer
AT&T
Steve Kendrick
Sr. Network Architect
Dominion
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Patrick Horrigan
Project Manager
Capitol One
Joe Brousaides
Sr. PC/Network Technician and Migration Specialist
PLANIT Technology Group
Harvard College Potential Student Interviewer
Davis Stanley
Sr. Network Engineer
Pinnacle Systems/IBM/AT&T/Phillip Morris USA
Preston Smith
Sr. Network Analyst
Dominion
Kathy Franklin
CBIA Management Company / Network Business Solutions
Small Business Owner/IT Consultant
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Sam Burton
USAirways
Station Manager
NMS/Cisco/Juniper Skill set
Systems:
·Firewalls: Palo Alto and Checkpoint
·Cisco Nexus: 2K/5K/7K/9K
·Cisco Firewalls: PIX Series, ASA
·Cisco Routers: 800, 1700, 2500, 2600, 2800, 2900, 7200 Series, ISR and ASR Series
·Cisco Switches: Cisco 1900, 2900, 3500, 3700, 4500, 4900, and 6500 Series
·Cisco Voice Gateways: Cisco VG224 and VG248 Series
·Cisco Wireless Controllers: 4400 and 5500 Series.
·Cisco Wireless Control System and Location Appliance
·Cisco APs: 1100 and 1200 Series with multitudes of antennas, patches, and other peripherals.
·Juniper Switches: EX2200, EX2400, EX3200, EX4200, and EX4500
·Juniper Routers: SRX240, SRX3600 and SRX5800 Series
·Other Firewalls: Sonic Wall, Netgear
·Other Switches: Foundry
Protocols:
·TCP/IP, UDP, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, HSRP, GLBP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, TFTP, FTP, ICMP, CDP, VTP, STP, VRF, VPN,IP-Sec, SD-WAN ect…
Network Connectivity:
·100baseT, 100baseFX, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11, LX, LH, SX and LC, ST, SC Fiber Jumpers.
Network Management:
·Use of various Suites and protocol analyzers such as and including: Cisco Prime, Azrure, Triage, SDM, IP Plan, HP Network Automation, JunOS Space, Spectrum, eHealth, Open View, Wireless Control System and Location Appliance, Vital Suite, Scrutinizer…ect
Operating Systems:
·Advanced knowledge and use of all versions of MS Windows Operating Systems, DOS, Linux, Unix, and Mac/Apple OSX, Junos, IOS, NXOS, PANOS, Checkpoint, ISR, ASR
Applications:
·Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Visio, Outlook, eHealth and eHealth Live Suite, Spectrum….ect