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LMJ Data Essentials1 Benjamin Griggs DriveFranklin Park, NJ Street Address
Work: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEE-mail: EMAIL AVAILABLESUMMARY20 plus years of experience in networking and information technology with strong expertise in network design, implementation, and management. Strong expertise in network and system engineering, network support and administration, system administration, project management and supervisor, and consultantAward-winning professional who is proficient with Network teamsHands-on experience with all the processes involved in the construction and administration of an enterprise network.Proficient at managing simultaneous projects and strong ability to oversee all aspects of projects, including requirements, development, design, installation, testing, Documentation, and implementation.Excellent leadership and outstanding analytical expertiseMultiple certifications and strong troubleshooting abilitiesTECHNICAL EXPERIENCEHardware: Cisco routers ASR002, ASR1006 12006, 12008, 7513, 7507, 7505, 7204, 7206, 3660, 3640,1760, 1751, and 1721; Cisco switches: Nexus 9K,7K,6K,5K Catalyst 9500,9300 6509, 6506, 3750 2924, and 2800; Cisco Unified Call Manager 4.1; Cisco Unified IP Phone 7941G and 7960G; Cisco Universal Gateway: AS 5350XM and 5350; Cisco Gatekeeper/Multimedia Conference Manager (MCM) (IOS H.323 Gatekeeper); Cisco EGW 2200, System Cisco IOS 5505 firewall, Palo Alto, Aruba switch, Enterprise Gateway/Cisco Media Convergence Servers (MCS); IBM RS6000 servers.Operating Network Tools: Riverbed Network Profiler, SolarWinds, Sniffer Pro, Cisco Works, HP OpenView Spectrum, Soft MS Office 365, MS Teams, and Slack Software: MS Office Suite, MS Project, Visio,128T SD-Wan, VMware-Veloclound, Cisco SD-Wan ViptelaPort Authority of New York/New Jersey January 2024-AprilNew York CitySr Network Infrastructure EngineerOn-site working at the World Trade Center as Part of network team of engineers doing a network refresh of Cisco 3850 End of Life switches to the Cisco 9300 switches configuring EIGRP protocol and BGPnetwork design/management/monitoring, and the networks supporting functional departments at the World Trade CenterPlan, design and handle the installation of local and wide area networks, including the recommendation of system software and hardware. Analyze technical networking issues, develop options and recommendations Review and audit security policies, firewall policies and when necessary to ensure compliance and inclusion of newly adopted technologies.Hands on technical experience (LAN/WAN)Knowledge of structured cable system design and implementations.IEEE Cat 6, single/multimode fiber.Lockheed Martin January-2022- January-2023Moorestown, NJSenior Network Engineer working for Advanced Science and Technology at Lockheed MartinOn-site working at Lockheed Martin Lab in Mooretown, NJ, for the United States Coast Guard ProjectsThe configuration of the Cisco Firewall Firepower, installation of the configuration Firepower Management Center and the Firepower Threat DefenseThe design, implementation, and configuration of Catalyst 9500, 9300 Stack Wise Catalyst 4500 switch, and the Catalyst 3550,3560Updating the Cisco IOS to version 15 for all Cisco equipment and backing up the IOS text files on the Cisco equipment. Monitoring The network using the Cisco t Identity Services Engine would allow implementation authorization of privileges.Visual Studio for coding with Python and using Git Hub and Git LabJira, POAM STIG ViewerActive Security ClearanceWipro March 2021-December-2022Princeton, NJLead Network AdministratorI was part of a worldwide global network of engineers doing projects for Standard andPoort; I was the on-site engineer working at the Princeton office of the Data CenterI configure the partitioning of VLANs for all departments, using Spanning Tree Portfast for all the access edge ports for faster access to the network. Configuration of EtherChannel for the uplinks to the Core and Distribution of all the layers 2 and three configured with (HSRP (Hot Standby Routing Protocol) for redundancy.I configure the Port-channel Vpc (Virtual Port Channel) on two Nexus for Layer 2 Peer link and Layer 3 Keep Alive for network redundancy.Cisco ACI and Cisco SD-WanConfiguration of HPE Aruba 2930F switches for Stack Wise solution.I configure Layer 3 Protocols OSPF, EIGRP, and RIPv2 to redistribute into the IGP (Interior Gateway Protocol) into BGP for internet routing.I monitor the Wan network between two ISP for redundancy with AT&T and Comcast. Also, see if they are living up to the SLA (Service Level Agreement), ISE (Identity Services Engine) authentication, everything device connected to your network (wire network, wireless network, and VPN network access), and IPS to monitor the network for malicious codes to the network privileges.The network ticketing System Is ServiceNow,NetFlow Analyzer for network flow data QOS (Quality of Service) for Voice and VideoAAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) allows users to access the Networks with the proper authorizations. This is a security reason. The network ticketing System Is ServiceNow,NetFlow Analyzer for network flow data QOS (Quality of Service) for Voice and VideoAAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) for users to access Networks with the proper authorizations. This is a security reason. As part of the Architecture team designing and configuring Cisco ACI Core, Spine, and Leaf DesignSupport P1/P2 Crisis for the root Cause Analysis ProblemsDrive Network Team towards triage and lead Network TeamCreate, review, and Maintain operational Documentation.Guide and Menor team members on new technologies for use in projects.On Call 24/7LMJ Data Essential April 2020-March 2021Franklin Park, NJAs a Cisco Services Partner, I successfully provided services to several clients within the Central NJ and NYC areas ranging from initial Network consultation to implementation, configuration, and deployment roles.Working with Local Doctor offices in the Princeton and New Brunswick areaProviding access to VPN network using Cisco any connect and Nord VPNProvide the Doctor's office staff access to the VPN network.Troubleshooting network connectivity issues the clients with their local provider.Vonage September-2019 -March-2020Senior Network Engineer, New Jersey Holmdel, NJI was part of a seven-engineer team working on VM SD-WAN solutions with Veloclould. Which provides IPS (Internet Service Provider) with the ability to transport and performance for cloud applications like ASW, Microsoft Azure, and Google cloud. We meet weekly to plan, design, implement, and provide operational support for the VM SD-WAN Veclocloud solution. We worked in a test lab. After testing was completed. We started to deploy the Velocloud Edge 6204 gateways in phases of 50 gateways on each deployment phase with the zero-touch getaway to the consumers. We Analyzed and Monitored customers sites with Veloclound Gateway solution provisioning the Velocloud gateway before we sent the gateways. Also, we test and monitor SD-Wan for any issues with the (MPLS/Broadband/LTE) with IP-sec tunnel.Analyze and Monitor Local and Remote locations We used the Velocloud orchestra dashboard, which provides centralized management and enterprise installation, configuration and real-time monitoring of the network adding VPN,and editing VPN gateways. Each team member was assigned to configure the Juniper VSRX-Virtual Firewall and VQFX 10000 Virtual Ethernet switch, EX4300, E4600 switches, and Cisco Router with protocol Ripv2, EIGRP, and OSPF protocols to redistribute to BGP protocol the internet for routing across the BGP network. The team was assigned Aruba switches for Layer 2 and 3 for testing the new switch platform.The configuration of the Cisco ISR 1100 Router and ASR 5000 (End of Life) catalyst 3960 and Catalyst 2960 switchesASIMSIms JAN-2019-July 2019Princeton, NJLead Network Implementation Engineer, New JerseySD-WAN 128T Router configuration Deployment working with AT&TThe Day-to-Day Deployment of Advance Auto Parts SitesDeployment of over 11,000 VOIP Phones to all the Advance Auto PartsDeployment of SD-WAN Router to four Data Centers within the United StatesTroubleshoot all Voice and Data Issues within Advance Auto PartsDeployment of Cisco 2960 SwitchesThe configuration of the Cisco ASA 5505 and the configuration of the Palo Alto Firewalls tested for replacing the Cisco ASA 5505BT America of Princeton, New JerseyTier III Network Engineer Nov 2017-Oct-2018Princeton, NJThe Day-to-Day operation and monitoring of Proctor and Gamble Worldwide NetworksA consultant working for British Telecom of America to run projects and support Proctor and GambleNetworks. Responsible for Wan/ Lan networks support for all Cisco routers and switches and Cisco ISE deployment ASR 1006, ASR1002 (IOS-XR) 3750, Catalyst 6509, 6506Configuration and troubleshooting Cisco ASA 5525 using Wireshark.Protocols (EIGRP, OSPF BGP Multicast) Cisco Meraki (WIFI)Install Cisco 3704 Access Point with Wireless Lan controller connected to the switches.The configuration of the VLAN (Virtual Land Network), NAT (Network Address Translation)Which translation of the private IP 192.168.1.1 to the public IP address of 8.8.8.8 address space ACL (Access Control list), and (spanning Tree Protocol) on all of the layer2 Access ports)All of the Trunks use Encapsulation 802.1Q to the (MDF and IDF) to Core and Distribution using.Multi-Mode Fiber uplinksAnalyze and Monitor their Networks using Riverbed NetProfiler and Net brain.Use the ServiceNow ticketing system and SDC, Zcacaler, S2, and Citrix XenApp for application support.Henry J Austin Mar 2015-June 2017Lead Network Engineer, New JerseyThe day-to-day operation of Henry J Austin Lan/Wan Networks ensures the stability of the New Jersey Network Services in four locations. Planning new MDF and IDF cabling management in all locations Deployment of ShoreTel 230 VOIP phones Using Shortel SwitchUpdate Cisco Catalyst from 3750 to 3850Desktop support and upgrade of Microsoft Office ProfessionalInstall and configure Cisco ASA 5506Warner Music Group Jan 2009-Feb 2015The Day-to-day operation of Warner Music Group Lan/Wan Networks ensures the stability of the New York City Division Network Services.Monitoring the local and wide area networks using the SolarWinds Network management toolLocal Area and Wide Area Capacity Planningrouting Protocols (EIGRP, BGP)Router deployment/configurations (2600 XM 3600, 3760)Switch deployment/configuration (6509 Cat OS 6506 IOS 4500 5505)Implement the first phase of the Core separation project (configuring the Ether channel between the old coresThe configuration of the Cisco ASA 5520 and the configuration of the F5 Load BalancerCatalyst 6509 to the new core Catalyst 6506 IOS switches in their Data CenterTellabsNetwork Consultant Engineer Jan 2007-Dec 2008King of Prussia of PennsylvaniaA consultant on-site at AT&T Mobility at the King of Prussia locationConfigure and monitor the Tellabs, INC MSR (Multi-Service-Router) Model 8860,8840 and the 8830 using.HP-OpenViewIn charge of Three Data Center sites in Philadelphia, Delaware, and Columbia.Configuration of Sonet Network using Ethernet protocol.All Data Center sites are running the OSPF routing Protocol.Modify and verify all (Engineering Design Packages) for installation and upgrades.First-level support for Tellabs, Inc at AT&T Mobility in the King of Prussia for the TAG Group.Manager/Senior Network Engineer Nov 2002 - Jan 2007Novartis Morristown New Jersey\A consultant working at AT&T Mobility at the King of Prussia location.Configure and monitor the Tellabs, Inc MSR (Multi-Service-Router) Model 8860,8840 andConfiguring BGP and OSPF ProtocolsVerified and document all switches' configurations and Cisco IOSPerform various duties for local Doctors in the Princeton area.Which is a physical audit of existing networks and Architect new customer network design.Deployment and Configured CSU/DSU for T1 ConnectivityDeployment of Local and Wide Area NetworksInstalling Dell Power Edge Servers and Dell Desktop PCsDeployment of Cisco 2600 routers and Catalyst 4503 or 5000 switchesInstalled Verizon Internet Security Suite for Desktop PcsProvide on-site project management and technical support.Deployment and configuration of CSU/DSULead Network Engineer - Thrupoint Inc., New York Dec 1998 Oct 2001Carried out project management and network engineering for a technology consulting company.Supervised consultant and client technical teams.Directed daily activities and ensured Projects were completed on schedule and all requirements met.Selected ProjectsMerrill Lynch New Jersey locationMember of a technical team responsible for the Deployment of 1000 Voice over IP (7940G and & 7960G) Phones using Cisco Call Manager 3.2.16Provided training for Merrill L Employees on all the equipment installed.Equiserve Jersey City, New JerseyProject Manager/Lead Engineer of 15 technicians in performing migration of legacy Token Ring network to IP Ethernet network.Coordinated all schedules and personnel, monitored project progress, and ensured all phases of the end-of-life project from the Cabletron share 16 Mb switched solution was completed on time and to specifications to the new switched Ethernet solution using the Catalyst 6509 MSFC on two of the 6509 switches.Deployment 13 Cisco Catalyst 6509 access layer switches to perform inter-VLAN routing using EIGRP protocol.Two other switches are configured to function as a server farm.Deployment of Two 5505 switches for routing of SNA traffic between IBM front-end processors, using DLSW protocol.AT&T Staten Island New YorkManaged staff of four technical consultants for the LSO / Rifle shot project.Deployment and configurations of Cisco routers and switches, including routers arranged to function as core Routers at over 100 major node sites.Played a key role in deploying all DS3 and T1 lines for all major nodes and remote sites.New York City FISA OfficeDeployment of ISDN and routers at 40 office locations.Configuring EIGRP Routing ProtocolDeployed and configured Routers and Switches with Gigabit Ethernet uplinks.Configured ATM Lane for New York City Comptroller's Office.Performed cutover of more than 40 T1 circuits for Morgan Stanley and connected circuits to core Cisco Routers configured and installed Cisco Catalyst 8540 campus switch and 6509 switches with Gigabit Ethernet uplinks for Viacom. Configured DS3 and T1 and monitored local Area Networks and remote locationsAwardsPinnacle award.Excellent in ActionCertificationsCisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) (Inactive)Active Security ClearanceOSHA CertifiedAdvanced TrainingCisco Classes: Cisco CCNA Data Center DCICN 640-911, 640-916, Cisco 642-813 Switching, NX-OS Configuration, Cisco Programmable Fabric Using VXLAN with BGP EVPN, Cisco SDN ( Software Defined Networking) Designing Data Center with Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) Implementing Cisco Unified Computing System Essential Concepts of Cisco UCS Hardware, Configuration, and Implementation Cisco 300-135 Troubleshooting & Maintaining IP Networks, Cisco CCNP Switch 300-115, Advanced Cisco Router Configuration, Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Network, Implementing Cisco Quality of Service, Cisco 210-060, Implementing Collaboration Devices, Cisco WAAS (WideArea Application Services), VMware ESXi, vSphere, MPLS Layer 3 VNP, Cisco Advanced ACI Palo Alto, (Application Centric Infrastructure), Cisco R/S 200-125, F5 Load Balancer, ITilv4, Lean Sniffer Troubleshooting & Ethernet Analysis, AT&T Data Comm. I & II Cisco ASA Firewall, and Palo Alto Firewall Technical Project Management (American Management Association) NX-OS Python Scripting, Arista switch. |
