Information Technology Network Engineer

Alberto Torraca Jr.

Address:

**** ******** ****

Alexandria, VA 22312

Contact:

Cell: 804-***-****

Email:

********@*****.***

SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER

** ***** ** ********* *** Managerial experience in the Field of Information Technology

Education:

Radford University

Student 8/1999- 5/2004

Radford, Virginia

BS in Information Technology

Kappa Sigma National Fraternity

Courses in Business Management, Information Systems Management, Microsoft Applications, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Network Topology, Oracle 9i Database, Economics, Marketing, Business Law and other associated general education courses. (109 credit hours attained) 11 credits remaining to complete bachelor’s degree.

Certifications and Training:

CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate (JUNE 2011)

CompTIA Security + Certified (2013)

CompTIA Network + Certified (2006)

Cisco Certificate of Completion Training Course: Deploying ASA Firewall (Jan 2011)

Cisco Certificate of Completion Training Course: Administering CISCO Unified CALL MANAGERS 8.0 (Jan 2011)

Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process Training (DIACAP) (2009)

Marconi ATM Training (2006)

Cisco CCNP Training (June 2016)

Current Project Success

Successfully resolved VPN capacity issue for 10,000+ remote users for all state-owned agencies under the VITA project Implemented DTLS over TLS tunneling relieving processing consumption on Cisco ASA 2140 Firepower cluster.

(June 2024)

Successfully rebuilt and converted Cisco Firepower 2140 FTD to ASA out of the box for the Department of Taxation during high volume tax blackout event. Delegated and instructed engineers on sight for physical installation Configured and implanted device remotely back into the production environment 1 day from device malfunction. (April 2024)

Senior Engineer responsible for preventing ArcaneDoor vulnerability targeting government perimeter devices. Patched all statewide Cisco Firepower ASA VPN appliances across Primary and Secondary Datacenters. Created action plans, technical procedures to patch large scale brute force attack.

Lead Network Engineer in Cisco Firewall VPN migration for 10,000+ remote users. Seamlessly migrated the entire VPN infrastructure from legacy systems to new VPN system. Responsibilities included configuration, implementation, and project management. Project Duration 6 months. (October 2021 – April 2022)

Lead Network Engineer in Migration Project Cisco ACS to ISE Authentication Servers hosting 75,000 + users. Responsibilities included configuration, implementation and project management. Project Duration 1 year. (July 2021 – July 2022)

Past Project Success

Responsible for implementation and configuration of Wireless Networks for all Virginia State owned agencies. Perform as one of the lead Wireless Network Engineers within the Northrop Grumman Network Implementation team under the VITA Project. (2013 – 2016)

Responsible for the implementation and configuration of routers, switches, wireless controllers, Bridging Access Points, Wireless Access Points, circuit upgrades/downgrades, VOIP, and mailing systems statewide under the VITA contract. Supply secure network connectivity for multiple state-owned agencies including VDOT, ABC, DOC, the governor’s mansion downtown Richmond, VA and many more on a complex MPLS redundant network. (2013 – Present)

Lead Engineer responsible for designing entire network implementation and configuration for CPX and BCTP Classified Tactical Exercise events. Seamlessly connect classified tactical networks in Worldwide remote locations hosting users, Tactical Servers, VTCS, and VOIP phone networks with no latency or downtime while simultaneously supporting OCONUS National Simulation Exercises. (2009 - 2013)

Responsible for meeting all necessary security requirements and STIG (Security Standard Implementation Guide) related issues in completing and passing the network configuration portion of the DIACAP (Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process). (JUNE 2009 - 2013)

Suggested over 2.5 million dollars’ worth of new Network, VTC, VOIP, software, and Classroom Presentation Systems for the Army National Simulation Center Fort Lee, VA. (January 2009 – 2011)

Current Responsibilities:

Mange Cisco ASA Firepower VPN for 10,000+ users

Manage Cisco ISE authentication server for 75,000+ users

Implement and manage new configurations on Arista CCF core High Speed and Low Speed Fabrics

Manage F5 BigIP load balancer: Update certificates for all state-wide agency public and private websites

Build, configure, and implement network communications systems for all Statewide Agencies in support of the VITA Project.

Conduct configuration changes, manage and troubleshooting on an Enterprise level network daily.

Provide specifications and detailed documentation for network LAN/WAN architecture, document network anomalies and corrections.

Utilize technical expertise in all areas of network interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, switches, firewalls, bridges, gateways, wireless controllers, VoIP phone systems, Bridging and Wireless Access Points.

Configure using the following network protocols daily; (EIGRP, BGP, OSPF), application layer (DHCP, DNS, HTTP, NTP, RIP, SIP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, TLS/SSL), Transport Layer protocols (TCP, UDP), internet layer protocols (IP, ICMP, IPsec) and Link Layer (ARP, L2TP, PPP).

Configure and deploy large-scale wireless projects while simultaneously supporting numerous network installations and projects not related to wireless.

Work with multiple departments; Server Team, Security Team, Network Design Team and outside vendors such as Verizon, Pitney Bowes, and various ISP providers to ensure effective network configuration and implementation per project.

Past Responsibilities:

Advise upper management on the latest network technologies to modernize current infrastructure

Conduct Site Survey’s CONUS and OCONUS to meet customer needs for network implementation

Create Visio diagrams for building layouts, network infrastructure, and LAN/WAN connections

Develop standard operation procedures (SOP) for network configuration and troubleshooting.

Manage and configure Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls CONUS/OCONUS

Manage and configure Cisco Call Managers and IP phone voice network CONUS/OCONUS

Manage Polycom VTC Bridge for multipoint classified VTC conferencing CONUS/OCONUS

Manage and configure Encryption devices

Monitor availability and reliability of LAN/WAN circuits

Coordinate and Troubleshoot Network connections with DISA/ATM and JTEN network

Manage maintenance contracts with Worldwide Tech and Micro Technologies

Firewall and access-list (ACL) Administration

Configure Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Radius Server’s on Microsoft 2008 Server as well as SharePoint

Supervise and train employees on network, and desktop installation and troubleshooting

Manage HP Blade Enclosures for all Simulation events using HP onboard management system and ILO

Current Equipment/Software Directly Used:

Cisco Identity Service Engine “ISE” Cluster

Cisco VPN Firewall Firepower 2130, 2140

Cisco ASA VPN 5585 Firewalls

Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches

Software: Cisco ISE GUI, Cisco ASDM Firewall, RSA, ACS, F5 “limited”, Blue Cat Address Manager “Proteus” DHCP server, Tera Term, Putty, CLI, CMD, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Solarwinds

Past Equipment/Software Directly Used:

Cisco ASR 920, 3900, 2900, ERCS 800 series routers

6500, 4500, 3700, 3600, 3500, 2900, series switches

Cisco 5508 Wireless Controller

Cisco 1600, 1200 series Wireless Access Points

Cisco 3900, 3800, 3600, 2800, 2900, 2600, 2500 899,881 Series Routers

Cisco 6500, 4500, 3700, 3600, 3120, 2900, 300 Series Catalyst Switch

Cisco ASA 5520 Firewall

Cisco MCS 7800 Series Call Managers

Cisco 7900, and 9900 Series VOIP phones and Desktop VTC

Cisco Works, SolarWinds, Putty, SSH, Telnet, TFTP Server, PRTGrapher, WhatsupGold, Retina, Dameware, ASDM

Encryption Device: KIV7, KIV7M, KIV19, KIV19A, KIV19M, DTD device for loading encryption keys

Encryption Device: Taclane KG-175A classic and KG-175 D Taclane Micro

Marconi ATM ASX 200BX

Polycom MGC 50 (VTC BRIDGE)

Polycom VSX 7000, 8000 series VTC codec/camera

HP Blade Server System c7000 Enclosure Connected w/Cisco 3120 Catalyst Switches

HP PROLIANT DL 165 G7 1U SERVER UNITS

HP 8400, Z800 Workstations

HP 3500 Series LaserJet Printers

Software: Cisco Prime Wireless Infrastructure Manager, Blue Cat Address Manager “Proteus” DHCP server, Tera Term, Putty, Network Access Tracking System “NATS”, CLI, CMD, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio

Work Experience:

Unisys Corp

Title: Network Engineer 3

(05.12.23 – 11-5-24)

Cloud, Applications and Infrastructure Solutions. Managed core Big IP Arista CCF infrastructure for 75,000+ users for all state-wide agency networks. Implemented Transit routes for new agencies. Configured and implemented Cisco Secure Client VPN for all state remote users. Managed Cisco ISE authentication server. Updated F5 certificates to secure state websites and resume compliance for connected users. Assigned lead network engineer and back up engineer for multiple state projects. State projects included datacenter migrations, Disaster Recovery events, cisco device upgrades and patching. Collaborated with multi-vendor projects to move agencies to cloud based infrastructures outside of the datacenter.

Pinnacle/Unisys Contractor

Title: Network Engineer 3

(01/06/2020 – 5-12-23)

Cloud, Applications and Infrastructure Solutions

Proxios

Title: Network Architect

(07/22/2017 – 12/31/22)

Cloud Computing and Network Infrastructure Implementation for small to medium business.

norhrop grumman

Title: Network Engineer 2

(05/22/2013 – July 2017)

Responsible for the configuration and implementation of network systems, circuits, and outside vendor equipment on an Enterprise scale network supporting all State-Owned Agency Networks for the Northrop Grumman Virginia Information Technologies Agency “VITA” Project.

Configure Layer 2,3 Routing and Switching protocols include: (EIGRP, BGP, OSPF), application layer (DHCP, · DNS, · HTTP, · NTP, RIP, · SIP, · SMTP, · SNMP, · SSH, ·TLS/SSL), Transport Layer protocols (TCP, UDP), internet layer protocols (IP, ICMP, IPsec) and Link Layer (ARP, L2TP, PPP)

Engage in troubleshooting, configuration changes, network upgrades, outages, and new installations daily to ensure customer deliverables are complete and all installations are successful.

Work in a Cross-functional environment engaging Sr. Network Engineers, Break/Fix, Security, and Server Engineers working on large-scale network implementations as well as vendor specific projects for optimal installation and design success.

Conduct site surveys for large scale Wireless Network Installations. Manage and maintain over 32 remote Wireless Controllers for small and large-scale agencies across the state.

Configure and Deploy network equipment for all remote installations, Cisco Routers, Switches, Controllers, Wireless Access Points, Test VoIP phones, Paging Gateways, WIC Cards, and cables.

Manage network technicians remotely. Direct, and coordinate network router, switch, circuit, wireless, VoIP phone, Pitney Bowes Postage Device installations daily.

Paratusec

U.S. GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR: LOGISTICS EXERCISE SIMULATION DIRECTORATE (LESD)

Title: IT Manager

(05/01/2012 – 5/15/2013)

Supervisor: Michael J. Curry President/CEO

703-***-**** ext.101; Contact: Yes

Security Clearance: Active Secret

Network Infrastructure IT Manager for the National Simulation Center Fort Lee, VA

Responsible for meeting all necessary security requirements and STIG (Security Standard Implementation Guide) related issues in completing and passing the network configuration portion of the DIACAP (Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process).

Ensured all Project Deliverables were met without downtime on a 24-hour operational Classified Military network.

Responsible for meeting all necessary security requirements and STIG (Security Standard Implementation Guide) related issues in completing and passing the network configuration portion of the DIACAP (Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process).

Cubic Applications Inc,

U.S. GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR: LOGISTICS EXERCISE SIMULATION DIRECTORATE (LESD)

Title: Communications Integrations Specialist

(07/31/2007 - 04/31/2012)

Fort Lee, Virginia United States

Supervisor: Vester McCollum - 804-***-****; Contact: Yes

Security Clearance: Active Secret

Lead Technical Advisor to government as well as contracted employees providing technical advice as it relates to each projected network installation.

Designed and implemented a 2.5-million-dollar Network infrastructure, VTC, and Classroom Presentation System for the Simulation Training Center located in Fort Lee, VA. The Simulation Center project spanned 2 years and consisted of attending weekly Managerial meetings with Balfour Beatty Construction Company discussing building requirements, network architecture, and installation timelines.

Daily responsibilities include configuration, implementation, and management of 3 separate network infrastructures supporting wide area network connections throughout multiple army basis within the United States and abroad.

Troubleshoot circuit outages directly with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), for the National Simulation Center in Fort Leavenworth, KS, and other high priority remote locations such as the Korean Battle Simulation Center in Seoul Korea.

General Dynamics Information Technology

Titles: Network Administrator/ VTC Coordinator/ Network Technician

(05/12/2005 - 06/13/2007)

Guantanamo Bay, Cuba

Supervisor: Anthony Bustillos - 011-****-****; Contact: Yes

Security Clearance: Active Secret

Conduct Site Survey for future network installations and major projects for the J6 Directorate in support of Joint Task Force Guantanamo (JTF-GTMO). Coordinate major infrastructure installation projects and day-to-day operational issues with Base Communications (BCO), Future Operations, Information Assurance, and Configuration Management in support of all locally managed networks with a total user base of over two thousand (2K) personnel.

Monitor and maintain a resilient OC-48 ATM network that provides backbone infrastructure access for Cisco switches connecting three separate levels classification networks supporting over 2000 military personnel.

Lead installation team in configuration and implementation of Cisco Switches, Routers, encryption devices, and troubleshooting LAN issues.

Trained employees with less knowledge of network installations, terminations and troubleshooting. Expertly use Fiber Optic and Cat5e tools and testing equipment. Senior Technician, responsible for delegating workflow tasks to the network installation team daily.

Troubleshoot circuit outages in coordination with DVSG, USARSO, DISA, and SOUTHCOM.

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