Apple Inc | 12/2018 - Present | Austin, TX

• Spearheaded the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure for various global sites for Apple, including hardware manufacturing sites, silicon chip facilities, and large-scale data centers.
• Led capacity planning for infrastructure needs, ensuring seamless delivery of applications to meet global manufacturing demands.
• Orchestrated the deployment of Apple IT rooms at contract manufacturer facilities, including design and implementation of manufacturing lines.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components and operations.
• Mentored operational staff and supported critical business functions through infrastructure solutions.

Servesys Corp/ATOS | 04/2017 - 12/2018 | Irving, TX

• Led an operational team in designing and implementing network, security, and cloud solutions across global sites, including data centers and hybrid cloud environments for clients like NY-EZPass, NJ-EZPass.
• Developed and executed remediation strategies for identified security vulnerabilities, enhancing the organization's security posture.
• Directed the deployment and maintenance of network infrastructure using Cisco DNA Center, Catalyst Center, Arista switches, and Cisco ISE.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry security standards.

Surveys Corp/USPI INC | 04/2018 - 12/2018 | Dallas, TX

• Led the migration of a newly acquired surgical center to the USPI network using Cisco Catalyst switches and ASA firewalls.
• Directed hardware refresh and migration of local applications to the Cerner cloud, implementing Cisco ISE for Network Access Control (NAC).
• Successfully migrated IPsec VPNs from vendors to new hardware, deploying Cisco ASA firewalls.
• Designed and implemented NAT bridges between two enterprises to address overlapping subnets.

Comcast Cable North East Division | 02/2015 - 08/2015 | Chelmsford, MA

• DRI for site modernization projects in the Greater Boston area for Comcast Cable, implementing backbone ring networks with BGP routing protocols.
• Managed migrations from Cisco 7600 to ASR 9000 routers, enabling direct BGP peering with vendor ASNs like Netflix and Apple.
• Collaborated with the Transport Building Team on network augmentation projects, integrating backbone ring networks.
• Conducted capacity planning and network modernization efforts, upgrading infrastructure for direct peering and backbone enhancements.

Royal Bank of Scotland (Citizens Bank) | 02/2015 - 08/2015 | Dallas, TX

• Led the design, deployment, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure for data centers, branch offices, and global remote sites.
• Managed all Cisco routers, Catalyst switches, load balancers, and firewalls (ASA & SRX) globally.
• Developed a comprehensive IP addressing scheme and Quality of Service (QoS) strategy.
• Led projects for enterprise end-of-life technology refresh using the Cisco Nexus platform in a co-location facility.

Expert Global Solutions | 10/2013 - 03/2015 | Horsham, PA

• Assisted in data center migration projects, collaborating with telecommunications providers for circuit installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Managed and resolved VPN connection issues for global clients, maintaining secure and reliable network access.
• Configured and managed firewalls on JunOS, Cisco ASA, and Check Point platforms.
• Demonstrated proficiency with multi-vendor devices including Cisco, Juniper, Avaya, Brocade, and Check Point.
• Led network transition for Department of Education for 500 Seat capacity.

Eastern Michigan University | 12/2011 - 08/2013 | Ypsilanti, MI

• Configured Cisco routers and switches with proficiency in L2 and L3 protocols.
• Administered WiFi configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting for campus and branch locations.
• Managed tickets and tasks assigned through ticketing system.
• Conducted comprehensive testing and validation of network equipment, switches, and wireless devices.
• Deployed new Access Points throughout campus and handled new ACL requests efficiently.