Network Security Architect and Consultant

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E - M A I L : E M M A . B D N @ G M A I L . C O M

A B I O D U N E M M A N U E L O W O L A B I

CAREER SUMMARY

A certified (CCIE) network security expert with over 15 years industry experience in advanced enterprise routing, switching, network security, and VOIP technologies covering on-premise and cloud environments - I am a subject matter expert seeking opportunities to engage my skills in more challenging roles with the aim of helping my organization achieve its business goals.

Handling business requests, interpreting them and matching the right and most cost-effective technology solutions needed to fulfill them.

Hands-on experience planning and implementing network security solutions with NextGen security products like Cisco ASA & FTD, Check Point, & Palo Alto Firewalls, Citrix NetScaler.

Working with web proxies and security services edge products like Cisco Umbrella, Cisco WSA, Bluecoat Proxy to provide robust internet security for large enterprises.

Experience in enterprise Routing/Switching/Security solutions on-prem and cloud (Azure, AWS).

Complex Network security analysis & troubleshooting skills using data from multiple sources including

‘show’ commands, logs, packet captures, debugs, and configuration statistics. I have working knowledge of network security technologies & protocols including but not limited to IPSec VPN, SSL VPN, Radius authentication, LDAP, AAA, web proxy, network access control, URL filtering, SSL Decryption, 802.1x, Identity based security, TrustSec, NAT, PBR, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, LACP, STP, RTP, SIP, SCCP, BYOD, IP Telephony and collaboration, WLAN, LWAPP/CAPWAP, network Virtualization, Switch port Monitoring

(SPAN), IPS, Cryptography, PKI, and many more.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY AND SOFT SKILLS

Use of Python for automation (Basic)

Strong network diagnostic L2/L3 troubleshooting

Linux skills.

Good understanding of typical customer networks.

Advanced network planning, design and

documentation using Ms Visio, PPT

Strong Technical Support experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Project Management skills

Customer management and satisfaction skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Good incident and task prioritization skills.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Cisco Certifications: CCIE Security (CCIE# 63080), CCNA Routing & Switching, Cisco Certified Specialist x2 (Enterprise Infrastructure & Security Core).

Checkpoint Certifications: Security Master (CCSM).

Palo Alto: PCNSE

IBM: IBM certified Security Analyst (SIEM) LogRhythm: LRPA, LRSA

Other Certifications: ITIL, ISO Lead Cyber Security Manager, Cobit5, Algosec Certified Security Administrator (CASA)

EDUCATION

University of Ilorin. [March 2003 – May 2008]

B.Engr. (Hons.) Electrical Engineering - Second class Honours WORK EXPERIENCE

Vale Limited, Ontario, Canada [August 2020 – Till Date] Network Security Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Support business initiatives matching demands with the right cost-effective technology solution without compromising compliance and security.

Design, build, document, and manage Advanced Network Security Services.

Deployment of Cisco secure web gateway (SWG aka Cisco Umbrella). Migrate on-prem web proxy from bluecoat to Cisco Secure Web Appliance (Cisco SWA).

Implement routing/switching, wireless, and security solutions to meet business demands and initiatives.

Deployment of Cisco Firepower Thread Defense (FTD) solutions to create security boundaries between business networks and Operation Technology (OT) networks (IDMZ).

Deployment of Citrix Application Delivery Controllers for traffic load-balancing & proxy services.

Assessment/Migration of Network and security services from legacy devices to new ones - involves conversion of ASA to FTD, Security policies migration, Network configuration migration and so on.

Advanced routing and switching using OSPF, EIGRP, BGP as core network transport protocols.

Site to Site VPNs and Remote Access VPNs design/implementation.

Provide guidance, enforce network security policies to ensure compliance and support business goals.

QoS implementation across WAN Links.

Solution network architecture and other documentations. CDW (Previously Sirius Computer Solutions), Ontario, Canada [April 2020 – August 2020] Security Specialist

Play consultancy/support role for key company clients key security solutions like Cisco Firepower Solutions, Palo Alto NextGen Firewalls, Check Point Firewalls, IBM Qradar SIEM, LogRhythm SIEM.

Plan and implement optimization projects like Upgrades.

Lead advanced security incident troubleshooting sessions on supported platforms like Cisco FTD, Palo Alto Firewall, Check Point Firewall, Bluecoat ProxySG.

Perform Qradar Offenses Tuning to eliminate false positives.

Implement & Support complex VPNs (Remote Access & Site-to-Site VPN).

Implement and support Bluecoat ProxySG.

Mentor Security Analysts, Manage process documentations, Manage client SLA reporting. CDW (Previously Sirius Computer Solutions), Ontario, Canada [March 2019 – April 2020] Senior Security Analyst

Implement and support Firewalls for customers including Check Point, Cisco, and Palo Alto Firewalls.

Implement and support Bluecoat ProxySG

Configure and troubleshoot Site-to-Site VPNs & Remote access VPNs.

Investigate & resolve/escalate Cyber security incidents using IBM Qradar SIEM, LogRhythm, & Splunk

Troubleshoot and resolve clients escalated network security issues via phone, email, or incident tickets

Support and resolve end user issues (HTTP proxy, Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN, Cisco AnyConnect VPN)

Check Point Software Technologies, Lagos, Nigeria [April 2018 – January 2019] Lead Security Engineer (Network & Infrastructure)

Designed Network Security solutions for customers based on Check Point Technologies. Brought new deals and upsell opportunities by offering customers professional consulting on advanced next generation security designs covering Network, Cloud, Endpoint and Mobile.

Conducted security technology presentations, seminars, workshops and partner training. Achieved 120% new customer development target within my first six months.

Conducted regular Security Demos, Check-ups, PoCs, showing values that led to increased sales.

Provided post-sales implementation & technical support, I helped customers to troubleshoot issues across multiple platforms like switches, routers, firewalls. I worked with Check Point TAC to troubleshoot and fix customer issues.

Follow-up with customers and internal team members on technical issues. Union Bank Plc, Lagos, Nigeria [July 2013 – March 2018] Senior Network Security Engineer

Designed advanced, smart, agile Network & Infrastructure Security solution for the Bank.

Carried out advanced network and security implementations including HQ campus LAN and WAN connections to branches using DMVPN. Advanced Campus Wireless network design and implementation.

Worked on various technologies and was responsible for administering various platforms including Cisco Nexus7k, Cisco Nexus 5K, Cisco Nexus 2K, Cisco Catalyst switches (6500, 4500, Cisco 3850, Cisco 3750, etc.), Cisco 7600, Cisco 4300 ISR, Cisco 2900 ISR, Cisco ASR1002-X, Cisco ACS 5.8,Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco WLC 8540, F5 LTM/GTM, Checkpoint security gateways (15600, 4800, 12000), Check Point Smart1 Management servers, Checkpoint Threat Emulation Appliance 1000, Huawei DWDM etc.

Deployed, administered, and managed Checkpoint and Cisco Firewalls, securing the Bank's applications and services by creating strict firewall permissions on need-to-know basis.

Worked on VMWare NSX deployment for threat prevention in East-West Traffic and integration with Check Point Firewalls for North-South Traffic

Ensured timely resolution of issues by working with technology OEMs (Checkpoint, Cisco etc.) to troubleshoot and promptly resolve connectivity issues.

I was point man for key network security related projects like PCIDSS, ISO27001.

Managed regular updates and upgrades of Firewalls & networking devices.

Increased employee productivity and improved internal processes by deploying and managing smart technologies like Enterprise wireless networks, Remote and mobile VPNs, Bring-You-Own-Device

(BYOD), Cisco enterprise collaboration solution, Network Fail-over automation and more. These led to substantial cost savings and increased revenue for the Bank.

Proactive monitoring of key network technologies and periodic reporting of their health and operational statuses using SolarWinds NPM/NCM. Promptly escalated observed issues before the occurrence of an actual failure or outage.

Improved the security posture of the Bank by educating DevOps & project team members, ensuring they properly address security concerns as they develop applications for the Bank.

Carried out reviews and analysis of Firewalls policies using Algosec Firewall Analyzer (AFA). Signal Alliance Ltd, Lagos, Nigeria [November 2011 – June 2013] Head, Network Infrastructure Unit

Led the Network engineering team in designing and implementing advanced enterprise solutions like Routing & Switching, Security, Collaborations, and Wireless Network Solutions.

Ensured customer satisfaction through regular follow-up of projects, issues. Managed periodic online and face-to-face feedback from customers.

Developed new customers and maintained existing customers through initiatives like educating them of new technologies at company organized technology seminars, always listening to them, providing solutions to their issues, and consistent follow-up. Signal Alliance Ltd, Lagos, Nigeria [July 2009 – October 2011] Solutions Architect and Lead Engineer

Handled several technical designs and implementations of enterprise network solutions. These included advanced Routing/Switching/Wireless/Collaboration solutions.

Fixed customer network issues using advanced troubleshooting, analytical and diagnostic skills. Signal Alliance Ltd, Lagos, Nigeria [October 2008 – July 2009] Technical Support Engineer

Handled Cabling Solutions (Fiber & UTP) for small, medium and enterprise Networks.

Handled in-house network support services covering LAN, WLAN, and VPN.

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