Network Engineer Data Center
Resume:
ERIC BROWN
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdbtechspec/
SUMMARY
Results-driven Sr. Network Engineer and Infrastructure Leader with 10+ years of experience in enterprise and federal environments. Proven expertise in network design, validation, testing, lab operations, and multi-vendor infrastructure. Adept at protocol-level analysis (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, TCP/IP), troubleshooting Layer 1-3 connectivity, and building automated solutions using scripting and tools. Strong background in data center infrastructure, optical systems, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, security, and architecture teams. Seeking to contribute to advanced network lifecycle validation and innovation.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Networking Protocols: BGP, MPLS, OSPF, TCP/IP, GRE, IPSEC, VRRP, HSRP, VXLAN
- Hardware/Optics: Cisco Catalyst/Nexus, Arista, ISR/ASR, optical transceivers, DOM/EEPROM familiarity
- Scripting & Automation: Python (scripting for automation/testing), Ansible (familiar), REST APIs
- Network & System Tools: Wireshark, Netreo, SolarWinds, PRTG, NSX, F5, A10, Checkpoint
- Virtualization/Cloud: VMware ESXi, NSX-V/NSX-T, Hyper-V, IBM Federal Cloud
- Security & Firewalls: Cisco ASA, Fortinet, NSX Firewall, Vyatta, FortiManager/Analyzer
- Monitoring & Test: Lab management, network testbeds, system-level validation
- Certifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (Routing & Switching, Datacenter)
- Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
- Certificate in Basic Logic and Programming
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Phosphorus Cybersecurity - Sr. Network Engineer & Research Lab Manager Jan 2023 - Present
- Sole owner of research lab operations, validating and onboarding xIoT devices through custom test frameworks and isolated network segments.
- Developed and executed test strategies for Layer 1-3 connectivity, security postures, and firmware behavior.
- Collaborated with developers and security researchers to build automation for repeatable testing and regression capture.
- Documented device behaviors using protocol analyzers and firmware logs to inform product roadmap decisions.
- Integrated Python-based scripts to streamline setup, baseline checks, and device probing. Mitsubishi Motors North America - Manager, Infrastructure Strategy & Ops Sep 2021 - Jan 2023
- Directed enterprise network lifecycle for data and voice across hybrid environments.
- Oversaw vendor engagement, project timelines, and roadmap delivery for infrastructure upgrades.
- Worked with security, compliance, and development teams on test validation and rollout plans.
- Led the helpdesk and infrastructure teams, emphasizing process automation and reduced downtime. Senior Cloud Engineer
Nov 2019 - Nov 2020
- Installed and configured enterprise-scale routing/switching solutions.
- Supported validation testing cycles for firmware upgrades and network refreshes.
- Managed lifecycle documentation and repeatable test plans for failover, load balancing, and redundancy. IBM Federal Cloud (FIMS) - Sr. Network Engineer
Jan 2016 - Nov 2019
- Built and validated complex networking systems for federal customers with strict security standards.
- Worked with Cisco, Arista, A10, F5, and NSX platforms across multiple layers.
- Supported lab-based deployments, wrote network configuration standards, and led multi-vendor interoperability testing.
- Contributed to FedRAMP compliance testing and documentation initiatives. Earlier Roles:
- Cisco Consultant, VSS Technologies - supported Cisco network designs, test environments, and deployments.
- Network Engineer, C-Spire - performed validation, test, and monitoring of ISP backbone and enterprise client networks. EDUCATION
University of Hawaii, West Oahu - B.S. in Applied Science (3.64 GPA) Honolulu Community College - A.S. in Networking Tech (3.9 GPA) Leeward Community College - A.A. in Liberal Arts (3.7 GPA) MILITARY EXPERIENCE
Specialist, U.S. Army - Automated Test Technician
May 2001 - May 2006 (Honorable Discharge)
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