Desktop Support Network Engineer

FOBEH MARTIN

Germantown, ***** MD / ***************@*****.*** / +1-240-***-****

WWW : www.linkedin.com/in/fobeh-martin-8b3bb5231 /

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Proactive and results-oriented Network Engineer with 4+ years of experience architecting and managing secure, scalable network infrastructures. Expertise includes deploying enterprise-grade firewalls, optimizing intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS), implementing advanced Network Access Control (NAC) solutions, and configuring VPNs for secure connectivity. Skilled in troubleshooting, remote desktop support, firewall configuration, IP addressing, patch management, and managing routing, switching, and LAN/WAN environments. Certified in networking and cybersecurity fundamentals, with a strong background in system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and network security policy development. Proven ability to enhance network performance, fortify security frameworks, and contribute to operational excellence through cross-functional coordination and strategic problem-solving.

KEY SKILLS

●NAC Implementation (ForeScout)

●Firewall & VPN Management (Enterprise, Cloud, Hybrid)

●IDPS Deployment & Optimization

●AAA Protocols Management

●DNS Security & Troubleshooting

●Cyber Threat Analysis & Vulnerability Remediation

●Web Proxy & URL Filtering

●MFA Deployment & Management

●Network Security Policy Development

●Incident Response & Execution

●Security Testing & Penetration Assessments

●Cloud Security & Hardening (AWS, Azure, VMware)

●Virtualization & Hypervisor Technologies (VMware, Ezci)

●VLAN Design & Management

●SIEM Integration & Log Analysis

●Troubleshooting & Remote Desktop Support

●Firewall Configuration & IP Addressing

●System Updates, Patching, & Configuration

●Routing, Switching, LAN/WAN Configuration

●Cross-Functional Collaboration

●Analytical Problem-Solving

●Adaptability to Emerging Technologies

●Strong Communication & Time Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR / Trinitech Global Consulting - BELTSVILLE, MD 02/2020 - Current

●Enhanced enterprise security posture through implementation of firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and VPN configurations for seamless site-to-site and remote access connectivity.

●Strengthened network access control by configuring and maintaining ForeScout NAC solutions, improving security compliance and access management.

●Mitigated risks through regular vulnerability assessments, remediation techniques, and hardening of operating systems in collaboration with senior engineers.

●Optimized user authentication protocols with successful deployment of multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions, reducing unauthorized access incidents.

●Improved incident response capabilities by monitoring network traffic, diagnosing security events, and creating compensating controls for emerging vulnerabilities.

Associate / AWS Solution Architect

●Designed and deployed scalable network solutions with advanced routing, VLANs, and secure VPNs.

●Configured firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto) and implemented NAC (ForeScout) for robust network security.

●Monitored and optimized network performance using Wireshark, Nagios, and traffic analysis tools.

●Migrated legacy infrastructure to cloud-integrated environments, ensuring seamless operations.

●Conducted vulnerability assessments and applied remediation to enhance network reliability and security.

EDUCATION

Master of Science : IT - Cloud Computing and Network 09/2024

University of Maryland Global Campus

GPA: 3.6

Bachelor of Science : Computer Network and Cyber Security 05/2023

University of Maryland Global Campus

GPA: 3.4

CERTIFICATIONS

●Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

●AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

●Graduate Certificate in Networking

●CompTIA Security+

PROJECTS

●Firewall & VPN Deployment: Deployed enterprise-grade firewalls and site-to-site VPNs, securing communication channels between remote locations and enhancing data security and availability.

●ForeScout NAC Implementation: Configured and deployed ForeScout NAC solutions across multiple sites to enforce secure access control, ensuring compliance with organizational security policies and reducing unauthorized access risks.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

●Operating Systems: Linux (RedHat, CentOS, Oracle Linux), Windows Server, Cisco IOS

●Networking Technologies: Enterprise Firewalls (Palo Alto Networks, Cisco ASA), Site-to-Site & Remote-Access VPNs, DNS Security, Network Access Control (ForeScout NAC)

●Security Tools: Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS), Web Proxy Solutions, Vulnerability Assessment Tools, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

●Scripting & Automation: Python, Bash, Shell Scripting for Network Security Automation

●Monitoring & Analysis Tools: SIEM Solutions (Splunk), Network Traffic Analysis (Wireshark), Infrastructure Monitoring (Nagios)

●Cloud & Virtualization: Fundamental knowledge of AWS & Azure security architectures, VMware, Virtualization, and Compliance Standards

●Additional Skills: Remote Desktop Support, Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, IP Addressing, Updating & Patching

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