Accomplished Network Administrator with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level network infrastructures. Proven expertise in configuring and troubleshooting routing protocols, including BGP, OSPF, and spanning tree. Proficient in deploying and optimizing SD-WAN solutions for efficient and secure connectivity. Well-versed in Wi-Fi 802.11 standards and wireless network security best practices. Skilled in fortifying network security through firewall configuration, access control, and threat mitigation strategies.
Core Competencies:
Network Design and Implementation: Adept at architecting and deploying robust, scalable, and secure network infrastructures to meet business requirements. Experienced in configuring and managing routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking equipment from leading vendors.
Routing Protocols: In-depth knowledge of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and spanning tree. Skilled in configuring and optimizing routing protocols for efficient traffic management, redundancy, and failover mechanisms.
SD-WAN: Proficient in implementing and administering SD-WAN solutions, enabling secure, reliable, and cost-effective connectivity for enterprise networks. Experienced in leveraging SD-WAN to improve application performance and optimize resource utilization.
Wireless Networking: Comprehensive understanding of Wi-Fi 802.11 standards and wireless network technologies. Capable of designing, deploying, and troubleshooting wireless networks, ensuring optimal coverage, performance, and security.
Network Security: Well-versed in fortifying network security through firewall configuration, access control lists (ACLs), virtual private networks (VPNs), and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS). Experienced in implementing security protocols and mitigating threats.
Troubleshooting and Optimization: Skilled in diagnosing and resolving complex network issues, ensuring optimal performance, and minimizing downtime. Adept at analyzing network traffic patterns, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing performance optimization strategies.
Continuous Learning: Committed to staying up-to-date with the latest networking technologies, industry trends, and best practices through self-driven learning and professional development.
Currently employed as a Network Engineer or Network Administrator by TigoUne for the client Protección Pensiones y Cesantías. Responsible for the administration, implementation, support, and maintenance of Protección's network infrastructure. Provide consultancy services related to connectivity with service providers and cloud services such as Oracle, IBM, Google, AWS, and Azure.
Key responsibilities:
*Administer and maintain Protección's computer networks, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking equipment.
*Implement and configure new network infrastructure as per business requirements.
*Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
*Collaborate with vendors and service providers to establish and maintain secure network connections.
*Provide technical guidance and recommendations on network architecture, protocols, and security best practices.
*Monitor network performance and analyze traffic patterns to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
*Develop and maintain network documentation, policies, and procedures.
VIP Level 2 Engineer (04/15/2018 - 01/07/2020) TigoUne
Provided high-level support to VIP clients, responsible for resolving incidents and troubleshooting issues across WAN and LAN networks utilizing various access technologies such as MPLS, Wireless, HFC, ADSL, GPON, and Fiber (Metro Ethernet). Managed and resolved problems or incidents on internal LAN networks where TigoUne administered the client's LAN infrastructure.
Key responsibilities:
Accomplishments:
Served as a Communications Analyst in the Corporate Services division, as part of the IM Support Manager team. Responsible for administering the CA-IM (Infrastructure Management) platform, a comprehensive IT management tool used to monitor hardware, software, and critical services for corporate clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managed the monitoring platform for Bancolombia's branch offices and ATMs during a migration and operations project, ensuring all internal and external networks, including LAN, WAN, and core networks, were properly monitored.
- Modeled services by organizing and configuring monitored elements, generating associated reports for LAN, WAN, and core network devices managed by UNE.
- Provided support and administration for the servers comprising the CA-IM monitoring platform.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless monitoring and management of client infrastructure.
- Documented procedures, configurations, and resolutions for future reference and knowledge-sharing.
- Stayed up-to-date with the latest monitoring tools, technologies, and industry best practices.
Key Achievement:
- Successfully migrated and integrated Bancolombia's branch offices and ATMs into the centralized monitoring platform, enabling proactive issue identification and resolution.
Disaster Recovery
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CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate