Contract Network Engineer
Resume:
Douglas Nichols
New Orleans, LA *****
***********@*****.***
linkedin.com/in/doug-nichols
Professional Summary
Vision-driven change agent with exemplary record of information technology success for leading organizations
Proven talent for aligning industry strategy and objectives with established information technology paradigms to achieve maximum operational impacts with minimum resource expenditures. Growth-focused team leader with a great interest in network engineering opportunities. Champions innovative solutions to drive continuous improvement, mitigate project risks, analyze data, and provide key insights to inform strategic plans. Exceptionally dedicated professional with keen interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills for the modern technological landscape.
Core Competencies
Network System Administration, Diagnosis & Maintenance
Layer One Cabling, Cat5 & Fiber
Active Directory
Wireless Deployment
VLAN Configuration
Cisco Switching & Routing Protocols
Operating Systems: MacOS, Windows, Cisco & Unifi
Professional Experience
Straight Up Technologies, EL Segundo, CA, 2017 – 2020
CONTRACT NETWORK ENGINEER
Excelled in the role of a network consultant to a range of tradeshow organizations.
Fulfilled the design and implementation of temporary wireless networks around the world to ensure optimal connectivity during large events.
Identified and resolved onsite infrastructure issues.
Composed and maintained IT infrastructure documentation.
Analyzed and coordinated network documentation with account managers.
Proposed and implemented the latest technology for increased network productivity.
Cox Business/ Advanced Convention Services, Las Vegas, NV, 2016 - 2017
LEAD TECHNICIAN
Headed the installation and maintenance of permanent network infrastructure devices throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center. This included configuring devices such as Cisco switches and access points.
Repaired network infrastructure components, and replaced equipment as needed.
Administered the help desk and managed work orders.
Provided staff and customers with onsite services and technical support, including troubleshooting of network hardware, operating systems software, and applications software.
ShowNets LLC, Las Vegas, NV, 2013 - 2016
LEAD TECHNICIAN
Directed a team of technicians during the install of temporary networks for tradeshows and conventions.
Conferred with customers to better understand and fulfill their network requirements.
Headed the post-installation maintenance and monitoring of networks.
Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA, 2007 – 2013
DATA TECHNICIAN
Installed Cat5, Cat3, and fiber optic cables.
Ran continual testing and verified each physical connection met high standards.
Education and Credentials
Certifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching
Additional Information
High School Diploma, Warren Easton Fundamental Senior High School; New Orleans, LA, 2006
Awards and Honors
Top Advanced Convention Service Performer/ Technician of the year - Cox Business 2016
Volunteerism
Three Square Food Bank- Las Vegas, Nevada
Outside Las Vegas Foundation- Las Vegas, Nevada
References
Nate Jackson
Senior Manager of Operations
Straight Up Technologies
Phoenix, Arizona
Tom Somdahl
Ops Manager
Cox Advanced Convention Services
Las Vegas, NV
Kurt Peterson
Owner of Tater Networks
Boise, ID
Loyal Nichols
Gulf Coast Systems Admin Field Operations
Homeland Security
New Orleans, LA, 504-***-****
Norman Randall
Ops Manager
Tater Networks
Gretna, LA
Additional Information
Interests: Beekeeping, Traveling, 5k racing
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