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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidate1James Nawetos Yalaty, Sr.Street Address
Cell: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE /PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEmail: EMAIL AVAILABLE /pecopos@yahoo.comProfessional SummaryResults-driven Project Manager and Network Engineer with more 10+ years of deploying and maintaining LAN and WAN infrastructure Projects. Firewall management tools Routing protocols expertise Security architecture and technologies Cisco equipment familiarity Enterprise WIFI management Network security systemsProfessional ICT with experience in enterprise products like Cisco, Microsoft, HPE MSA Controllers and Enclosures, VMware, and Linux. Seeking opportunities to leverage my technical, managerial, and leadership skills.Education and TrainingsCisco ENCOR 350-401 - May 2024Cisco WLAN Controller Training - April 2024VMware 7.0 - February 2023Certified Cyber Security Technician (CCT) - January 2024Cisco SNCF 300-710 September 2023Windows Server 2019 Administration December 2019Red hat 8.0 System Administration August 2022Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) - June 2022Cisco Wireless Training April 2022Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA 200-301) March 2022Numerous other trainings in networking, virtualization, and security 2Professional Experience ICT Infrastructure Manager Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA), Monrovia, Liberia March 2015 - October 2023 Planned and implemented ITU projects Conducted LAN/WAN site surveys and prepared reports Configure GRE Tunnels for site to site encryption, OSPF and EIGRP protocols between Data Center and Branch Offices, summary routes, etc. Install Windows 2012/2019 servers, Active Directory Domain Services (ADDS), DNS, DHCP, etc. Install VMWare ESXi 7 and configure VMWare ESX 7.0 Servers, Red hat servers, etc. Install and configure Cisco switches, VLANs creation, STP, MST, PVST, EtherChannels, etc. Install and configure HPE MSA 2060/2065 controllers and enclosures Create virtual switches and port groups, high availability, vMotion and distributed Resource Scheduler DRS, Work on ESX and VMware Update manager for hosts upgrades and patches Configure DHCP and DNS name services for users addressing and name resolutions. Managed WAN links, Cisco devices, and firewalls Prioritize traffic with Cisco quality of service for optimize network Coordinated procurement of IT equipment and services Install and configure Cisco Firepower Threat Defender (FTD) Configure VLANs, EtherChannels, port security Maintain mission critical networks in optimal operation performance, installation communication equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, etc.) Implementation, performance monitoring and security management tools Provide technical direction to junior level technicians Evaluate new technologies and conceptualize potential for incorporation into the existing system Conducting thorough penetration tests on web and on premise servers Simulating real-world cyber-attacks to assets to the organization's resilience against various threats Perform regular vulnerability assessments to identify and prioritize security vulnerabilities3 Conduct comprehensive security audits of information systems, identifying areas of non-compliance with security Assessing the security of wireless networks, and identifying vulnerabilities in WIFI implementations Evaluation of effective security tools and technologies deployed within the entity Provision of guidance for optimizing the use of security tools and patches Install and configure Firepower Management Console (FMC) Configure FTD and FMC management Configure and verify intrusion policy configure and verify Auto and Manual Static NAT on Cisco FTD 2100 series Firewall appliances configure and verify Auto and Manual Static PAT on Cisco FTD 2100 series Firewall appliances Configure and verify Active/standby high availability on FTD Configure and verify Quality of Service (QoS), cryptograph hash, site to site VPN Conducted security assessments and made recommendations for disaster recovery, remote access, network security appliances, servers and directory services Configured data links, network security policies, and VMware ESX hosts ICT ConsultantPROTECH Solutions Inc., Monrovia, Liberia July 2014 - October 2023 Developed and maintained project timelines and budgets, which resulted to cost savings of 20% on the project Prepared weekly updates to stakeholders on the activities and progress of the project Monitor workflow and make timely adjustments Conducted and communicated risk analysis of the project to stakeholders and as well, developed actionable recommendations to mitigate unforeseen issues Documented errors and customers' questions and escalated them to stakeholders appropriately Provided technical and detailed information on hardware (infrastructure equipment) and software functionality for stakeholders decision making. Had monthly meetings with project's owners Conducted LAN/WAN surveys and designed network diagrams Deployed ICT equipment in data centers4 Configured Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls Plan, design and implement firewall strategies for customers Configure routing protocols for customers Data Centers and sites Configure layer 2 and 3 Cisco switches for LAN implementations Work with customers to identify security tools and management tools Install and configure Firepower Management Console (FMC) Configure FTD and FMC management Configure and verify intrusion policy configure and verify Auto and Manual Static NAT on Cisco FTD 2100 series Firewall appliances install and configure Cisco Meraki firewall for clients s applications filtering Review IT networks as recommended by the clients and to determine and rate the effectiveness and efficiency Keep effective communication with the clients, suppliers and industry professionals to maintain complete and current working knowledge Developed security policies and monitored network performance IT TrainerCheale Vocational Training Institute, Monrovia, Liberia July 2016 - November 2020Trained students in Cisco CCNA, Microsoft Windows administration Managed Cisco lab equipment and provided hands-on training. System/Network AdministratorUnited Nations (Ethiopia and Sudan)-African Union Mission in Darfur(UNAMID), Sudan July 2006 - June 2014 Installed and configured Windows, VMware, and Cisco devices Configure VMware virtual machine networks; configure NICs teaming, etc. Configure high availability and resource distribution Create virtual machines (domain controller, DHCP, File servers, etc.) Troubleshooting network infrastructure Managing, maintaining and configuring internetwork WAN links Implementing access-lists for filtering users traffic and optimizing bandwidth Configure DHCP pool for users addressing and DNS name services for name resolutions across sites5 Implement group policies for users access File server filters to minimize audios, videos and jpeg and other file types Filter traffic with access control lists (ACLs) Configure Red hat and SUSE Apache servers Prioritize traffic with Cisco quality of service for optimize network performances Install and configure Cisco switches and routers at HQ and remote sites Configured point to point (P2P) links between remote sites Configure static route and dynamic routing protocols Install and configure Cyberoam and Cisco firewall; apply policies for internet access Configure routing protocols EIGRP and OSPF Install and configure Cisco 2120/2140 FTDs (firewall threats detection) Configure Active Directory integration, etc. Segmentation of network with VLANs and EtherChannels Upgrade switches and routers IOS Backup and restore IOS to devices from TFTP and vice versa Layer 2 Trunking, implementing dot1Q, vtp domain, etc. Layer 2/3 ether-channeling for link bandwidth optimization Install, configure and monitor Cisco switches and routers on sites Perform troubleshooting between end-to-end sites Track and maintain records of jobs perform during the day Managed SAN devices, HP servers, and network infrastructure Assistant IT ManagerDynCorp International, Monrovia, Liberia April2006 - June 2008 Installed and configured Cisco switches and routers Configured VLANs, EtherChannel, routing protocols, etc. Managed Microsoft Exchange and Active Directory services Technical SkillsNetwork WAN/LAN, Security, and CybersecurityVirtualization and VMwareWindows System AdministrationFirewall management tools6Routing protocols expertiseSecurity architecture and technologiesCisco equipment familiarityEnterprise WIFI managementNetwork security systemsMicrosoft AzureCisco WLAN Controller, HPE Servers/MSANetwork maintenance, troubleshooting, and monitoring Critical thinking, analysis, and multitaskingEffective communication and time managementProject Management SkillsResource planningResource mobilizationCommunicationSchedulingRequirements gatheringProcess improvementsStakeholders and team collaborationKnowledge of design and developmentMicrosoft Visio, ProjectSummary of Projects successfully implementedNo Organization Purpose of Project Project Activities Project Year701United Nations (UN)Peace keepingMission Operations(Ethiopia and Sudan)Deployment of ICTinfrastructureequipmentand provisionof support to UNPeacekeepersDeveloped project plan andimplementation schedule ortimelinesProvided technical and detailedinformation on hardware(infrastructure equipment) andsoftware functionality forstakeholders decision making.Had monthly meetings withproject's owners.Installation and configurationofSatellite and microwave linksInstallation of VHF and UHFcommunication equipmentInstallation andconfiguration of HPE Servers, CiscoCatalyst switches and routers, firewallappliance,VMware 5.5 ESX hosts,Proxy applications,Windows 2003/2008 servers, HPEMSAP-2000 controllers and enclosuresConstruction of Communicationmasks in Peacekeeping sites(locations)to support military andcivilian personnelDeployment of mission criticalinfrastructure appliances for missionsupportInstallation of Microwave links acrossremote sitesInstallation of equipment into2008-20108RTD van for disaster recovery andevacuation purposeNetwork wiring (UTP and fibercables) data center and remotelocationsSetup of Network Control Center(NOC).902Liberia RevenueAuthority (LRAData Center andNetwork SitesProjectPlanned and designed DataCenter and sites topologiesworking with the technical teamCoordinated the bidding andpurchase of ICT infrastructureequipment and softwareInstallation and network wiring ofdata center (DC) and branchoffices (18 locations) across urbanareas.Installation of servers racksInstallation of raised floor materialsCCTV, fire suppression system, airconditioning system, burglaryalarm system.Assembling, mounting of Ciscocatalyst switches, routers, firewallappliances, WLAN controllers andAccess Points (APs), HPE servers,SAN switches, storage controllersand enclosures and Samsung PABXvoice telephony system Constructionof communication masks forData Center andBranchOfficesInstall and configure MicrowaveandAir fiber ubiquity radiosInstallation and configure of ICTinfrastructure equipment.Monitored project and providedreports up to the final roll-out.2015-20181003 Guaranty Trust Bank Setup andconfiguration ofnew BranchOfficesInfrastructureCoordinated the bidding andpurchase of ICT infrastructure andsoftware.Network wiring (UTP cables,fiber cables, and electricalcables) of branch offices.Setup solar plates andaccessories Installation ofPABX and phones system,CCTV (surveillance cameras), firesuppression system, burglary alarmsystem, heat detectors, coolingsystem, etc. Installation andconfiguration of switches,routers, etc.Monitored project and providedreports up to the final roll-out.2017-201804 Palladium GroupLiberia Ltd (MFGAP)Purchase, installand configureData CenterEquipmentGathered requirements.Procured all clients Data Centerequipment.Installation and configuration HPEservers, MSA 2060 controllersInstallation of Windows 2019servers,Red hat Linux 8.0 server, VMware7.0, Microsoft SQL 2019 StandardEdition application servers,installation and configure Ciscoswitches, and routers2020-20211105 World Bank/LiberianGovernment ICTProjectUrban MinistriesandSME AgenciesLocalArea Network(LAN)UpgradeRedesigned network topologyProcurement of switches, UPS,network closets, CAT 7 UTP cables,fiber cables, etc.Re-wiring of all eighty-four(84) ministries and Small to MediumEnterprises (SME) facilities across thecity.Deployment andinstallation of infrastructureequipment and decommissioning ofobsolete equipment.Testing, commissioning of all sitesProvided weekly reports tostakeholders and projects owners.Documented projects ownersquestions and related same tostakeholders.2021-2022 |
