Network Engineer Tech Services
Resume:
Richard Aaron
253-***-**** *******.*.*****@*****.*** Cibolo, TX 78108
Professional Summary
Adept Network Engineer with a proven track record at Insight Global Tech Services, showcasing expertise in Cisco Routers, Switches, and firewalls, and a knack for leading successful projects. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to enhancing network efficiency. Strive to incorporate latest methodologies and features for deploying robust network solutions and a dynamic approach to overcoming challenges, ensuring operational excellence.
Skills
Cisco Routers/Switches
VLANs
Network Admin
Cisco Firepower
Cisco ASA
Nexus
OSPF
BGP
EIGRP
NAT
F5 GTM/LTM
DHCP
Meraki
Fortigate
Experience
Network Engineer
Insight Global Tech Services, San Antonio, TX, USA
Dec 2022 - Dec 2024
Company Overview: Network Engineering contractor supporting Network Engineer group for CPS Energy in San Antonio, Texas
Support includes configuration and deployment/ replacement of Catalyst Switches
Work experience with Catalyst 2960, 3560, 3850 switches as well as Nexus family including Nexus 2K (FEX), 5K, 7K, and 9K
Support of Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Firewalls primarily in an OT environment, including using the Firepower Management Center to manage and configure the Cisco FTD firewalls
Substantial work with Cisco ASDM to manage and configure Cisco ASA firewall rules being used in OT, (NIDC and PIDC) environment
Configured and deployed new switch and FTD firewall pair for several electrical substations operating in the OT environment
Assigned lead of project to configure and deploy industrial grade catalyst switches (IE3100 and IE3300) to support SCADA Utility Vaults at various locations in the city of San Antonio
Fair understanding of Cisco Prime, and Infoblox server to manage DNS and DHCP services
Some understanding of Cisco ISE being used in OT to support AAA services
Good understanding of routing, switching, VLANs, VRFs, ACL's, etc
Just completed an audit with SCADA Gas non-prod to identify traffic hitting an existing wide-open rule
The audit resulted in creating new rules or modification of existing rules to match valid traffic hitting wide-open rule
Network Engineering contractor supporting Network Engineer group for CPS Energy in San Antonio, Texas
Independent Contractor
Master Touch Computer Services
Sep 2018 - Dec 2022
Independent sole contractor on multiple contracts including rollout of new computers, network rack and stack, provisioning of network devices (including routers, switches, content servers and firewalls), running and termination of network copper and fiber cabling
Network Engineer
F5Networks
April 2018 – Sep 2018
Temporary assignment working as a Network Engineer assisting other Network Engineers with new location buildout and troubleshooting
In this role I assisted the Network Engineering group with multiple tasks including: Deployment and configuration of Catalyst 3650 switches to be utilized in a stacked configuration
Created a redundant configuration utilizing port channels as well as VLAN's to support the traffic flow from downstream devices to the uplink distribution switches
Configuring Open-Gear Console servers, APC and Raritan PDUs/UPS's
Familiar working with the Big IP and Viprion platforms to update expiring certificates supporting various websites and applications as well as creating server pools and monitors (previous role at Boeing)
Quite familiar working with the Service Now platform in the creation and resolution of tickets, enhancements and e-tasks
Worked extensively with Solarwinds setting up SMTP monitoring for PDU's device health
Quite familiar working with Infoblox to support DHCP, DNS, and IPAM, requirements
Lead Technician
F2Onsite
Sep 2017 - April 2018
Lead technician on a team of 6 professionals handling the buildout and deployment of new desktop workstations for Franciscan Health Authority
Migration of user profiles and data from old to new systems
Network Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services
Sep 2016 - Sep 2017
Company Overview: Microsoft Fed Services Azure team
One year contract working with a diverse team to build out the Azure Cloud requirements for the Federal government
Work included configuration of Cisco, Juniper, and Citrix Netscaler devices
Work included installing appropriate BGP configurations on aggregate switches and documenting all changes made in the appropriate databases
Microsoft Fed Services Azure team
LAN Services Technician
Break/Fix Team
DG Business Solutions, Boeing Company
Feb 2016 - Sep 2016
Worked with a diverse team maintaining the network infrastructure at Boeing, South Puget Sound
Worked with Cisco products including Catalyst 3560, 4500, and 6500 version switches, as well as Cisco access points
Global Load Balancing Team Analyst
DG Business Solutions, Boeing Company
Oct 2014 - Feb 2016
Build load balance configurations on F5 Load Balancer platforms
Work with Certificate Infrastructure Manager to obtain and install new certificates for web configurations as required
Work also involves maintaining the DNS infrastructure associated with the websites and virtual servers being managed by the F5 LTM's and GTM's
Network Engineer
Prowess Consulting
April 2014 – June 2014
Temporary 3-month contract assisting in the upgrade of existing switch infrastructure on corporate network
Worked providing all fiber connections to support Cisco ASR 1000 and 9000 routers and Cisco 4500 and 6500 switches
Gather requirements and tailor new configurations, as required, to meet the existing infrastructure
Owner and Operator
Master Touch Computer Services
Aug 2013 - April 2014
Company Overview: Sole Proprietor
Worked with several companies deploying network solutions on short contracts typically one to two days each
Deployed Cisco, HP, Dell, Aruba, as well as troubleshooting network problems at the layer 1 to 4 of the OSI model
Sole Proprietor
System Administrator
Volt Tech SVCS/BEAT LLC
July 2012 - July 2013
Maintained Windows 2003/2008 Server and storage infrastructure for Madigan Army Medical Center
Ensured that servers were up to date on all software upgrades installing software patches when necessary
Worked with hardware vendors as required to correct any issues with equipment under warranty
Network/System Engineer
DRS TSI
May 2007 – Sept 2011
Worked as an overseas contractor in Iraq supporting mission-critical information systems
Responsible with the setup and monitoring of network services known as a 'Mini' (portable network platform) used for mobile operations in Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Iraq to support DOD and Military requirements
Loaded configurations and maintained Cisco 2911 routers and Catalyst 3550, 3650, and 3750 switches
Systems Administrator
ITT Technical Services
Feb 2006 - April 2007
Systems administrator supporting information systems for 1500 + soldiers and civilian contractors
Maintained Active Directory user and computer accounts adding and deleting accounts as required as well as making sure that users were members of the appropriate groups
Education
B.S.: ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY - Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
Studies included Microprocessor design and theory, digital electronics theory and application, Assembly programming, AC/DC theory and application, transistor theory and application, robotics theory.
Skills - Lan
Cisco Routers/Switches
VLANs
Network Admin
Cisco Firepower
Cisco ASA
Nexus
OSPF
BGP
EIGRP
NAT
WINS
DHCP
SDWAN
Fortigate
F5 GTM/LTM
Meraki
Certifications
MCSE, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, 01/01/00
MCSE, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, 01/01/03
MCITP, Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional, 01/01/08
Security+ Certified
A+ Certified Hardware Technician
CCNA
CCNP, 07/23/24
References
Johnny Mann, Network Engineering Manager, CPS Energy, ******@*********.***, 210-***-****
Donny Henderson, Cyber Security Analyst, CPS Energy, **********@*********.***, 210-***-****
Leonardo Hernandez, Network Engineer, CPS Energy, ***********@*********.***, 830-***-****
Charles Brey, Network Engineer, CPS Energy, *****@*********.***, 210-***-****
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