Currently working as a Senior Network Engineer at Commverge Solutions Ph, INC. • Commissioned 17 MX960 Juniper Routers for the IPOE CGNAT Hardware Upgrade Project, for the additional capacity of the client's Broadband network services. • Commissioned 20 MX960 Juniper Routers for the BNG/CGNAT Hardware Upgrade project, ensuring they meet the necessary performance and reliability requirements. • Acted as an SME for Globe's APN DNS, IMS DNS, BNG/CGNAT, and IPOE CGNAT while being involved in continuous support activities and relationships with customers and vendors ensuring the delivery of support according to the service level agreement. • Participated in project development work for Network and System infrastructure business solutions • Manage and implement the project setup of the customer service request. • Create and implement test plans and acceptance procedures. • Understanding the product/offer value proposition and ability to operationalize it for customers and customer teams. • Carry out maintenance, troubleshooting activities, analysis, and calibration of test systems, fixtures, equipment, and software. • Manage and support tickets of customer-related issues regarding their subscriber accounts and plans • Troubleshoot raised tickets issued by the client regarding traffic degradation, DDoS attack, and alarms generated on the edge routers of the client

I am a Senior Network Engineer/Consultant with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience designing, building, securing, and supporting enterprise networks across globe. My approach is simple: I solve problems fast, apply best practices, and help businesses run reliable, secure, and scalable networks—without overcomplicating things. What I Do • Network architecture & design • Firewall engineering (Palo Alto, Fortigate, Cisco ASA/FTD/Meraki) • Routing, switching & wireless for small businesses, enterprises, and MSP environments • Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) automation, assurance, and integrations • Cloud networking: AWS & Azure • Zero Trust, segmentation, VPN/IPsec, SD-WAN • Network audits, troubleshooting & optimization Core Technologies • Firewalls: Palo Alto (Pan-OS, Panorama), Fortigate (FortiOS), Cisco ASA, Firepower/FTD, Meraki MX • Cisco Routing & Switching • Wireless: Cisco, Meraki, Unifi • Automation & Tools: Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center), Ansible, APIs • Cloud: AWS networking, Azure networking Certifications • CCNP Enterprise • CCNA Security, Wireless, Collaboration, Enterprise Why Clients Hire Me ✔ Fast, clear communication ✔ High-quality network solutions that save time, money, and frustration ✔ Strong troubleshooting and root-cause skills ✔ Practical, business-focused engineering—no overengineering I help companies stabilize, secure, and modernize their networks so they can focus on what matters.

🚀 Top-Rated Senior Network Engineer | 15+ Years of Experience | Proven Success in Network Optimization & Security Hi, I’m a Senior Network Engineer based in New Jersey, USA, with over 15 years of experience designing, implementing, and securing complex network infrastructures for businesses of all sizes. I specialize in high-performance, scalable, and secure networking solutions that drive operational efficiency and business growth. 🔹 Why Hire Me? ✅ Network Architect & Troubleshooting Expert – Designed and optimized 100+ networks across industries, ensuring 99.99% uptime and peak performance. ✅ Security-First Approach – Implemented robust firewall and security protocols, reducing vulnerabilities by 80%+ for multiple clients. ✅ Cloud & Wireless Networking – Deployed scalable cloud-based and wireless solutions, improving connectivity and efficiency for organizations with 1,000+ users. ✅ Cost Optimization – Saved businesses 30%+ in network costs by restructuring infrastructure and implementing strategic upgrades. ✅ Project Leadership – Successfully led end-to-end implementations for enterprise networks, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery with minimal disruption. 🔹 Core Expertise ✔ Routing & Switching (Cisco, Juniper, Arista) ✔ Firewall & Security (Palo Alto, Fortinet, ASA, IDS/IPS) ✔ Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure) ✔ Wireless Solutions (Meraki, Aruba, Ubiquiti) ✔ Server Management & Virtualization ✔ Network Automation & Monitoring (Python, Ansible, SolarWinds) I take pride in delivering customized, high-impact solutions that enhance performance, security, and scalability. Whether you need a network assessment, troubleshooting, optimization, or a full-scale implementation, I am ready to help you achieve your goals. 📌 Let’s discuss how I can add value to your project! Feel free to check out my resume for more details. 🔹 Available for short-term and long-term projects.

- Knowledge of principles of construction and operation of computer networks, application protocols. - Professional knowledge of operating systems Linux, FreeBSD, Windows, customization of servers for various tasks. - Knowledge and understanding of virtualization environments. - Perfectly mastered technologies of remote configuration and administration of objects, networks, servers, workstations, combining geographically dispersed objects in local networks. - Knowledge of computer and telecommunication equipment.

I’m a passionate IT professional with 15+ years of experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting medium to large-scale enterprise networks - from multi-site data centers to campus infrastructures. For the past 7+ years, I’ve also led high-performing teams to deliver secure, scalable, and optimized solutions. I specialize in transforming complex enterprise networks into highly available, reliable, and secure environments. My strengths include fast problem-solving, clear communication, and quick adaptability, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and with measurable results. When you work with me, the buck stops here - I take full ownership to make sure your network challenges are solved and your goals are met.

I’m a senior network and security engineer with 8+ years of hands-on Fortinet experience, specializing in FortiGate, FortiManager, large-scale deployments, and network migrations. I don’t just configure firewalls, I design, automate, deploy, and stabilize entire environments. My work typically involves complex Fortinet ecosystems with hundreds (or thousands) of devices, where reliability, repeatability, and clean architecture are critical. I’ve deployed and managed 1,000+ FortiGate / FortiWiFi devices across multi-site environments, built FortiManager policy packages and provisioning templates, implemented zero-touch and low-touch deployments, and automated Fortinet workflows using Python, FortiManager APIs, FortiOS APIs, and SSH. Clients bring me in when: Fortinet environments are messy or unstable Migrations need to be done correctly (not just copied configs) Scale breaks manual processes They want answers, root cause analysis, and fixes, not guesswork I debug first, fix the issue, and then explain exactly why it happened and how to prevent it going forward. Core Specialties Fortinet / Network Security FortiGate & FortiWiFi (40F → 900G, physical & VM) FortiManager & FortiAnalyzer SD-WAN (ADVPN, hub-and-spoke, BGP) IPSec VPN (IKEv1 / IKEv2, cert-based, SAML) ZTNA with FortiEMS, EMS tags & serial verification Central NAT, VIPs, IP pools DNS Database & AD-integrated DNS UTM: IPS, AV, Web Filtering, App Control FortiSwitch & FortiAP via FortiLink Network Migrations Cisco ASA to Fortinet Palo Alto to Fortinet SonicWall to Fortinet Meraki / Aruba / Cisco switching integrations Policy cleanup, object normalization, and architecture redesign Automation, Scripting & DevOps Python (FortiManager API, FortiOS API, SSH automation) Bash & Linux administration Automation for: Bulk device inventory & reporting Metadata variable population in FortiManager Standardized configuration enforcement Fleet-wide data extraction to CSV Ubuntu Azure networking Monitoring & visibility: Zabbix ntopng NetFlow Example work: Built Python automation to pull device data for 1,140+ FortiWiFi devices from FortiManager, export to CSV, and dynamically populate FortiManager metadata variables Automated SSH-based configuration deployment across large FortiGate fleets not fully managed by FortiManager Aggregated discovered device data from all FortiGates into centralized reporting for fleet-wide visibility My preferred approach: Debug first, explain later Clear root cause analysis (RCA) Clean, supportable designs Minimal vendor hand-holding required Comfortable working independently or alongside internal teams

Network Engineer with 8+ years of experience, always seek first to understand the client's needs and requirements, find the best solution I have hands on experience for below vendors and technologies :Cisco, Cisco Nexus, Cisco Meraki, Cisco Catalyst, Mikrotik, Vyos, Fortinet/Fortigate, PFSense, Dell ,Unifi/Edgerouter/Edgeswitch,Controller, Aruba controller, Aruba Switch, Allied Tellesis, Ruijie, Ruckus,Ruckus Switch - Routing Protocols (L3)and overlay :RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS,PBR,VXLAN,VRF, VPNs. - Switching Protocols L2 : RSTP, MST, VTP, Private VLANs, HSRP, VRRP,LACP. - VPN Protocols: L2TP, PPTP, S2S IPSec, GRE, OPENVPN. - Knowledge of Wireless standards and protocols - WPA/WPA2, 802.1x, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/r/k, CAPWAP, RMM, WMM, X.509, CA Authority, MDM, AAA, Kerberos, Captive Portal - Ip Addressing Subnetting - SD-WAN Certifications : CCNP Enterprise CCNP Routing & Switching Aruba Certified Mobility Professional CCNA Wireless

Network Engineer & Architect with 6+ years of experience designing, deploying, and securing enterprise, data center, and cloud networks. CCNP & MCSA certified, delivering high-availability, cost-efficient, and secure network solutions. Hands-on expertise with Cisco, Huawei, Juniper, MikroTik, Dell, HP, Ruckus, and UniFi networks, along with firewalls including Palo Alto, Fortinet, Sophos, and Cisco ASA. I help businesses design, secure, and optimize enterprise and cloud networks. From network design and firewall configuration to VPN setup and complex troubleshooting, I solve your challenges quickly and professionally, ensuring your systems run smoothly and securely. Certifications: - Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Tools: - Nagios - Cacti - OpManager - Zabbix - PRTG Network Monitor - Solar Winds NPM - Packet Tracer - GNS3 - EVE-NG - Microsoft Visio - Lucidchart

TOP RATED PLUS FREELANCER. Agency Owner @STE BARNAOUI CONSULTING I’m a certified senior network engineer with over 5 years of experience in deploying, automating, and securing infrastructures across Cisco, Fortinet, Meraki, Palo Alto, Huawei and AWS platforms. I hold certifications in CCNP 300-415, CCNA 200-301, Cisco DevNet 200-901, and Fortinet FCP NSE4, NSE5 & NSE6. Skilled in Cisco Viptela SD-WAN, FortiGate, and FortiManager, I’ve led IP/MPLS, BGP IPv6 and SD-WAN projects and bring strong hands-on expertise in network/data center architecture. I'm proactive, fast-learning, and results-driven, always aiming to deliver reliable and efficient solutions.

I help ISPs, WISPs, MSPs, and datacenter operators maintain, troubleshoot, and improve their network infrastructure remotely. My strongest area is provider-style networking: MikroTik RouterOS, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, PPPoE, routing, firewalling, monitoring, wireless links, and day-to-day network operations. I also have hands-on experience with Ubiquiti UniFi/UISP, troubleshooting, Proxmox environments, VPNs, and network documentation. I am a MikroTik MTCINE-certified engineer, with practical experience in ISP networks, BGP routing, MikroTik core routers, access networks, customer troubleshooting, monitoring, and remote support. What I can help with: • MikroTik RouterOS configuration and troubleshooting • ISP/WISP network support and remote NOC tasks • BGP, OSPF, routing filters, VLANs, PPPoE, NAT, firewall rules • Ubiquiti UniFi / UISP support, wireless links, client networks • Proxmox and small datacenter network troubleshooting • Network monitoring, uptime checks, latency/packet loss reports • Remote hands coordination and clear technical documentation