career objective                              

performance-driven network security professional eager to contribute extensive network design, engineering, and administration skills toward optimizing the employer s operational performance and security

profile                                                

ø  offer more than 11 years of progressive information technology experience, with expertise in sales systems engineering, analysis, administration, and security

ø  provide project-specific consultation, analyze infrastructure needs, develop and implement cost-effective network security solutions and process improvements, drive key projects from conception through speedy completion

ø  successfully install, configure, maintain, and upgrade equipment, software, and network settings; train users and provide advanced level technical support

ø  create backup systems to account for contingencies and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive consumer information; securely link remote systems to multiple datacenters to achieve redundancy

ø  depth of technical knowledge in network security design, risk assessment and mitigation, and security event information management (seim) deployment

ø  actively support company in maximizing bottom-line profits by reclaiming outsourced tasks and effectively negotiating vendor contracts to achieve competitive pricing and terms on systems equipment and services

ø  dynamic organization, prioritization and time management skills; consistently achieve critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards

ø  facilitate a client-focused, service-oriented environment vital to maximizing customer satisfaction and retention

 

~ technical proficiencies ~

operating systems:                   windows 3.1/95/98/nt4.0/2000/xp/2003, solaris 2.6/2.7, sco unixware 7.1, ms dos 6.22, linux fedora

software applications:                microsoft cluster server/iis 4.0/sql 7.0/ exchange 5.0/front page, ca unicenter/ arcserve 6.x, compaq insight mgr., ms visio, lotus notes 4.x, veritas backup exec 8.x, hp jetadmin, citrix metaframe, hp open view nnm 6.01/6.2, cisco works 5.2/ 2000/ vms, ciscosecure acs v3.3/ 4.1, netscape enterprise server 3.5

cisco switches:                         2940, 2950, 3550, 3750 4506, 4507, 4948, 5500, 6509, 6513, vss 6500

cisco routers:                           1720, 1750, 2501, 2503, 2509, 2611, 2621, 2811, 3640, 4700, 3745, 7206

juniper routers:                        j series 2300

cisco firewall:                           501, 506, 515, 525, asa 5520

ips security appliances:            cisco ids 4215, 4235, 4250, snort, mcafee intrushield

wireless access points:            cisco aironet, airespace

wireless security management: airmagnet, blue socket

network access control:            forescout counteract

security event management:      arcsight, network intelligence

vulnerability scanners:               qualys, nessus

cisco vpn equipment:               3030 vpn concentrator, 3700/ 1760 vpn router

host based intrusion detection: cisco security agents

routing protocols:                     eigrp, rip, ospf, bgp

credentials                                       

cisco certified security professional (10039400) ~ cisco certified network professional (10039400) ~

cisco certified design professional (10039400) ~ microsoft certified systems engineer (96787) ~

juniper networks certified internet associate j-series (ssn) ~ check point certified security expert (0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000) ~

check point certified security associate (0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000) ~ certified information systems security professional (99711)

professional experience                

senior network administrator, dave and busters, dallas, tx                                                                           2007 c present                   

• expertly manage all network infrastructure and security systems, plan and implement complex process improvements, and execute it upgrades at corporate hq and in 52 stores 

 

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• designed and accomplished major vpn solution providing secure data encryption, transfer, and backup for credit card information being transmitted from in-store pos severs to datacenters; completed tunnel set up in two days, saved company $8k in consulting fees, and cut annual managed service costs by more than $100k
• pioneered replacement, restructuring, and security initiative for core and access layer switches located in both company datacenters; additionally upgraded all store lan and wan infrastructure in line with pci security requirements, completed project in 2½ month timeframe

 

senior network security analyst, federal home loan bank of dallas, irving, tx                                                2006 c 2007

• effectively administered all bank network infrastructure and security systems; performed assessments of all systems to create recommendations for and deploy upgrades

• developed and conducted systems and security training for personnel

 

security engineer, fishnet security, dallas, tx                                                                                                 2005 c 2006  

• provided knowledgeable pre- and post-sales engineering support, information security consulting, product implementation, and staff training

• diligently reviewed all existing enterprise-wide architecture and procedures, conducted and analyzed network vulnerability testing, and offered detailed recommendations
• selected to serve as project lead for multiple client enhancement, virus prevention, network access, and general security initiatives  

 

network engineer iii, acs, dallas, tx                                                                                                               2004 c 2005                             

• successfully supported lan, wan, and security design efforts for multiple clients and datacenters; worked closely with customers to develop customized network intrusion detection system (nids) solutions
• provided vpn solution for acs customer disaster recovery exercises; eliminated $15k in annual isdn costs by introducing lan to lan ipsec tunnel
• played an integral role in creating a secure leveraged wan connectivity solution to increase customer privacy; collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve error-free calls by optimizing voip wan links
• actively monitored security activity and breaches on a daily basis; provided security support during forensic investigations and worked with field personnel

 

senior network engineer, sourcecorp, dallas, tx                                                                                       2003 c 2004                

• provided engineering support for 45 remote corporate sites and new customers, traveled throughout the us and mexico to conduct local site project assessments and plan lan/wan modifications, participated in vpn connection set up and testing, and performed level 3 assistance for escalated issues
• steered customer projects from inception through completion, including operational planning, materials procurement, bandwidth evaluation, routine maintenance, and disaster recovery recommendations
• created and configured isdn backup solution interconnecting an external client with corporate location in tijuana
• designed somix network monitoring solution allowing remote sites to securely view their own maps and reports

 

network engineer, @track communications, richardson, tx                                                                             2000 c 2002  

• entrusted with network installations, administration and maintenance, and security; executed numerous special projects, network expansions, and major updates
• developed dial-on-demand routing solution, including access lists and network address translation, for 10 remote customer sites to retain secure network connections to the datacenter when frame relay goes off line
• reconfigured enterprise-wide network to accommodate hp open view and directed its deployment
• authored technical documentation including detailed change control procedures and operations/support manuals                       

 

electronic data systems                                                                                                                                   1998 c 2000 system administrator advanced, richardson, tx (2000)

• in recognition of outstanding performance, promoted within company to attain advanced position responsible for network administration for a frame relay-based wan in 49 sites throughout north america
• completed varied projects including configuring and installing new lan, performing customer research and support, designing and utilizing web-based network monitoring tool, and preparing engineering work orders for router teams

system administrator, plano, tx (1998 c 2000)

• oversaw 62 remote servers and 2,800 workstations across the us; traveled to sites as necessary for installations and troubleshooting
•  assigned to serve as technical lead for y2k and upgrade efforts, managed package distribution via sms, launched new test lab, and contributed to after-hours projects

                

~ additional experience ~

technical reviewer, mcgraw hill                                                                                                                       insert dates

mcse a+ and networking essentials teacher assistant, southern methodist university                                    1999

 

~ military background ~

supply inspector, texas air national guard, grand prairie, tx                                                                            1996 c 1998

hazardous material technician, united states air force, laughlin air force base, tx                                         1993 c 1996