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Network engineer with 4+ years across enterprise deployment, DoD network operations, and carrier NOC environments. CCNA, CCNA Automation, CCNA Cybersecurity, JNCIA, and Security+ certified, with an active DoD Secret clearance. U.S. military veteran. What I can help you with: Network deployment & migration: Cisco Meraki, VMware VeloCloud SD-WAN, Juniper, and Ciena. Staging, configuration, cutover planning, and validation. I currently run refresh and deployment projects across 6,000+ locations worldwide and have taken site-wide wireless implementations from planning through cutover. Troubleshooting & incident response: enterprise LAN/WAN, wireless, VPN, and carrier backbone networks. SolarWinds monitoring, plus ServiceNow, Jira, and Remedy workflows. Automation & reporting: Python and PowerShell scripting to eliminate manual work. I built internal tooling that pulled data from disconnected network and asset systems into reporting used by executives to scope multi-site projects, with an estimated seven-figure cost avoidance. Documentation & diagramming: Visio network diagrams, architecture documentation, and STIG-compliant documentation. Education: BS in Network Engineering and Security, Cisco track. I also hold Network+, Cloud+, and ITIL 4. No project is too small. Whether you need a single firewall fixed, a network diagram drawn, or a multi-site rollout planned, I'm happy to help. Send me a message with what you're trying to accomplish and I'll tell you honestly whether I'm the right fit.

Over the last 20 years, I have versatile experience in planning, designing, implementation and operations of IP Networks for both large scale Service Providers and small/medium scale enterprises. My core competency includes Juniper & Cisco routing and switching leading to achievement of some industry recognized certifications like Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert # 896 against M/T and Service Provider tracks. I also have an excellent experience in Juniper MX, EX, QFX Security with both SRX and SSG/ISG platforms.

A Palo Alto Networks specialist with deep expertise in Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Operations and Management, PAN-OS configuration, and enterprise network security. Whether you need a firewall policy audit, NGFW security capabilities unlocked, or hands-on training for your team, I deliver results grounded in real-world production environments. I help organisations and IT professionals master Palo Alto Networks Next‑Generation Firewalls through hands‑on consulting, training, and operational guidance. If you need expert support with PAN‑OS configuration, firewall policy design, security operations, troubleshooting, or best‑practice implementation, you’ve come to the right place. My Core Services: NGFW architecture and deployment; PAN-OS Security Policy Design and Optimisation; Firewall Security Configuration checks; App-ID / User-ID / Content-ID configuration; SSL/TLS Decryption; WildFire threat prevention; Panorama management; Traffic Analysis & Incident resolution; Security Posture & Best Practice assessments; Firewall troubleshooting. I also work with Prisma Access and Strata Cloud Manager for organisations moving toward SASE and zero-trust architectures. I work with two kinds of clients: - Technical professionals who want to build confidence with Palo Alto firewalls, eliminate uncertainty, and gain real operational skill. - Non‑technical personnel who need to understand firewall capabilities, risk, and security decision‑making at a strategic level. I provide structured, easy‑to‑understand guidance/training on: - Security Risk Assessments - Security Posture Evaluations - Best Practice Alignment - Monitoring & Troubleshooting Workflows - Real‑world operational scenarios - Certification paths and how to get the most from Palo Alto’s Beacon training platform If your organisation runs Palo Alto Networks and you need a specialist who can help you improve your firewall operations, strengthen your enterprise security, or build your professional capability with Palo Alto Networks, I’m ready to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. I'm available for fixed-scope projects, ongoing consulting, and structured training engagements.

I am a Senior Network and Systems Administrator with over 15 years of hands-on experience designing, securing, and managing enterprise IT infrastructures. I currently work remotely with HDCE (Canada), where I support multiple clients and have worked on more than 2,000 servers, networks, and workstation environments. What I can help you with: • Network design, configuration, and troubleshooting (Cisco, Meraki, MikroTik, HP, Dell) • Firewall setup and security hardening (FortiGate, Juniper, Meraki, pfSense, OPNsense) • VPN configuration (site-to-site and remote access) • Windows Server & Active Directory (DNS, DHCP, GPO, RDS) • Linux server administration (Ubuntu, CentOS) • Hyper-V virtualization (setup, HA, replication, optimization) • Monitoring solutions (PRTG, Zabbix) • Backup and disaster recovery (Altaro, Veeam) • Cloud infrastructure support (AWS & Azure – foundational) • Data center and SAN storage management (HP 3PAR, QNAP) I am known for my calm approach, clear communication, and ability to solve complex technical problems efficiently. I focus on delivering reliable, secure, and scalable solutions tailored to each client’s environment. If you need a senior-level engineer who can design, fix, or optimize your infrastructure, I’m ready to help.

Linux/Unix Systems, Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP), OSI, Virtualization systems(VM Ware/Vsphere/Vbox). A high level of knowledge in building a VPN(IPSEC/SSL VPN/GRE), configuring routing(OSPF/BGP), and creating a fault-tolerant network that can remain operational in case of problems. Experience in configuring and maintaining equipment: Juniper, Cisco, Fortinet, MikroTik, D-link, Teltonika. Monitoring and administrating monitoring system (Nagios, Grafana, Kibana, Cacti, Nagvis, Zabbix) Worked in systems for global network management, backup systems. and log analyzers (Cisco Ise/Cisco Prime/Fortimanager/Fortianalizer/Syslog4all/QRADAR). Elaboration of the architecture of network solutions, and the creation of fault-tolerant nodes in the network infrastructure.

I am a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) with strong work ethics and a productive self-starter. A seasoned network engineer having more than 15 years of Networks & Information security experience. Much of my experience comes from working with the networking giant, Cisco. I have experience with network technology vendors such as Juniper, PaloAlto, Checkpoint, Azure, AWS, Fortinet to name a few. I have participated in multiple large and small projects, collaborating with teams, effectively co-working with other professionals to achieve the desired outcomes for businesses in US and Australia. Some of my IT Certifications: CISM, Cisco CCNP, CheckPoint, Microsoft, Juniper JNCIS Network Firewalls I can manage: Cisco ASA, Firepower, CheckPoint, PaloAlto, Fortigate, and more. Cisco Skills: Cisco DNA Centre, ACI, APIC, Prime, FTD, NGIPS, ISE, Nexus 5k 7k 9k, CSR, ASR, ISR Routers SDN and SD-WAN: Cisco, Viptela, VeloCloud, Citrix Netscaler, Versa, Meraki AWS and Azure Skills: Compute, Storage, Load Balancer, WAF, Azure SQL VOIP technologies: CUCM, CME, Voice Gateway, Voice Gatekeeper, CUBE, Jabber, 3CX, FreePBX, SIP Trunk Load Balancers: F5, Radware Alteon, Citrix Netscaler Network Protocols: BGP, VPN, MPLS, OSPF, EIGRP, TCP, UDP