SHARIFAH NALULE
Massachusetts 802-***-**** **********@*****.***
Network Support Engineer
SUMMARY
Dedicated and results-driven Network Engineer with over five years of hands-on experience deploying and managing enterprise-level Cisco networking solutions. Expertise in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco Firepower NGFW appliances, Catalyst 9300 Layer 3 switches, Aironet devices, and VMware SD-WAN solutions. Adept at integrating Cisco infrastructure with VMware environments, optimizing network performance, and ensuring seamless deployments. Strong ability to collaborate with IT teams and provide effective knowledge transfer. Certified in CCNP, CCNA, and AWS Cloud Practitioner. CERTIFICATIONS
CCNP - Active
CCNA - Active
CompTIA Network+
AWS Cloud Practitioner
Computer Network & Hardware Certificate
SKILLS
Cisco Firepower 1150 NGFW Configuration & Deployment
VMware SD-WAN (EDGE 620) Solutions
Cisco Catalyst 9300 Layer 3 Switches & VLAN Configuration
Integration of Cisco Network Infrastructure with VMware
Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Wireless Networking (Cisco Aironet)
SD-WAN Implementation & Optimization
Firewall Security & Policy Management
SNMP Monitoring & SolarWinds
LAN/WAN Administration & Troubleshooting
Documentation of Network Configurations & Processes EXPERIENCE
Network Support Engineer IPNAAK (05/2022 - Present)
Configured and deployed Cisco Firepower 1150 NGFW appliances and Catalyst 9300 switches for enterprise-level clients.
Integrated Cisco networking solutions with VMware SD-WAN environments to enhance operational efficiency.
Troubleshot and resolved complex network issues on-site and remotely to ensure minimal downtime.
Collaborated with IT teams to execute seamless deployments and provide training for knowledge transfer.
Created and maintained documentation for network configurations, processes, and security policies.
Monitored and optimized network performance using SolarWinds and SNMP tools.
Designed and implemented VLAN segmentation and Layer 3 protocols to optimize network traffic. Associate Network Engineer Advocates, Inc (02/2017 - 04/2023)
Assisted in the deployment and configuration of Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls in an enterprise environment.
Worked closely with network architects to implement IT infrastructure upgrades.
Installed and tested network hardware, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Conducted troubleshooting for LAN/WAN environments to maintain high availability.
Developed technical documentation to standardize network deployment procedures. EDUCATION
BBA MUK
AFFILIATIONS
Network Professional Associations of Engineers (NPAE)