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Monday, July 15, 2002 |
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Network Engineer
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New York City, Boston, Telecommute |
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Raleigh-Durham, NC, Miami, Fort Lauderdale
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Robert Merritt
Network Engineer & Network Architect
216 Elmwood Drive, Hudson, NH 03051
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Ø CAREER MISSION
Seasoned, qualified, certified and experienced IT Professional with 8 years of technical experience in technology driven industries seeks a challenging role in your company utilizing past experience, training, education and performance in a Network Engineer capacity with the opportunity for professional growth based on job performance developing into a Network Architect, Project Team Leader/Member and ultimately a PM role. Willing to make any sacrifice including relocation for suitable position.
Ø 1994 to 2002
Ø CAREER PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
q Talented, accomplished IT Professional Candidate possessing comprehensive Networking knowledge and exposure with dynamic, accomplished, highly successful result's as an I.S. Manager, Telecommunications Manager, Network Manager, Network Planning Analyst, Network Engineer, Network Architect, Telecom Engineer, Senior Systems Engineer, Disaster Recovery Specialist and Network Administrator.
q Skilled Level ll Cisco Network Engineer with successful end-to-end project related results in Management, Network Architect, PM and Project Team Leader roles. Experienced and proficient on Layer 1-7 Ethernet Internetworking system's.
q Proven infrastructure technology leadership, skillful staff/team builder, superb analytical skills possessing broad technical background performing network design, assessments, analysis and architecture.
q Ability to integrate business and technology for a sustainable competitive advantage relating to PMP studies.
Ø TECHNICAL SKILLS SUMMARY
Note: For brevity, only the most recent and/or relevant skills have been included. A ¥complete skills inventory¥ is available immediately upon request.
· HARDWARE: CISCO, NORTEL, H-P, DELL, COMPAQ, IBM, OS2, Baynetworks, Lucent, Cabletron, Intel
· APPLICATIONS & TOOLS: MICROSOFT, AD, NETSCAPE, CISCO, RAPTOR, CHECKPOINT, H-P, ISS (SECURITY), WEBSENSE,CITRIX NETWORK ASSOCIATES, WINDOWS 2000, WEB TOOLS, MICROSOFT PROJECT, VISIO, AUTOCADVLAN, VTP, Trunking, Spantree, Etherchannel, Link Aggregation, Access Lists, NAT, DMZ, QOS, IOS
Ø HIGHER EDUCATION
Note: For brevity, only college relevance has been included. A complete ¥detailed education summary¥ is available immediately upon request.
CLARK UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS, Cambridge, MA 1998-1999
§ Accelerated Associate IT Client/Server Graduate Degree
§ Various Advanced Network Administration and Trainer Certification courses and certificates culminating in certifications
Ø CERTIFICATIONS
§ Internet Specialist 2000
§ Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT- NT/ + 2002
§ Microsoft Certified Professional + Internet (MCP+I) 1999
§ Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) 1999
§ Microsoft Advanced Network Administrator 1998-99
§ Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) 1998
§ Ethernet Networking Administration 1995
§ In Progress: Currently on track to immediately acquire Citrix XP Metaframe CCA certification followed immediately after with Citrix XP Metaframe CCEA certification.
§ Planned immediately thereafter are Cisco Certified Network Engineer (CCNE) and Internet Engineer (CCIE).
§ After accumulating project hours requirements will seek Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Ø EMPLOYMENT/CONTRACTING EXPERIENCE
Note: For brevity, only the most relevant experience has been included. A ¥detailed experience portfolio¥ is available immediately upon request.
Ø PERMANENT WORK…
Network, Engineer, Integration Engineer and Consultant 2/2001- 1/2002
Intranet Solutions, Inc., Eden Prairie, MN
§ Client List: Chick Filet Atlanta VA, City of Mesa AZ Municipalities, Time Magazine Manhattan NYC
§ Multi-level role - Network, Systems & Integration Engineer and Architect w/Consulting Services Group providing project management and security Integration services & support for XCS (Web Content Management suite) for regional clients.
§ Role ensured smooth implementations via close coordination with Internal Sales Account Managers and various client contacts regarding specifics, organizing and strategizing total software product delivery (QuickStarts) via project planning, implementation and delivery stages and successful Enterprise NT Security integrations between XCS (Xpedio Content Server) and multi-tiered, multi-platform, multi-protocol transport design Networks.
Network Engineer, Network Architect, Project Manager and Telecom Engineer 7/2000 -2/2001
Breakaway Solutions Inc, Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA
§ Partial Client List: Cisco, Helix, Farmers Online, Emetra, View Group, Weblogic, WebMedex
§ Establish, implement and maintain security standards on all Cisco equipment.
Breakaway Solutions Inc continued
§ Increased network up time to 99.999%.
§ Designed Cisco, NT 4.0 directory services, security services, Exchange messaging and LAN/WAN network systems.
§ Consulted with upper BWAY and senior client management to identify-prioritize current and future information systems needs, develop strategic systems goals and plans for future systems development initiatives to meet those needs.
§ Provide ongoing oversight and prioritization of all system initiatives within the client area while building out and supporting the internal/external Cisco IDC internetworking infrastructures with responsibility toward cost management for corporate infrastructure and ROI. Communicated to senior management on initiative status, and current priorities.
§ Cisco Level II Network, Internetwork Engineer, Architect primarily responsible for all Layers 3-7 switching, CiscoWorks, RAS, VPN, architecture of Cisco IDC local and global sites, supporting FSP web development and hosting environments, corporate HQ move building out new facilities data center infrastructure, Internet, Intranet, Extranet, web, eCommerce, eBusiness, web-hosting infrastructure designs, builds, build-outs and Network management for U.S.A and abroad.
Consultant & Internal Network Engineer 11/1999 -7/2000
Global Search Group, Pembroke Pines, Florida
§ Network and Senior Systems Engineer for Global Search Group, Pembroke Pines, FL
§ Network and Senior Systems Engineer for Ford Motor Credit Company, Miami, FL, -Project Team Leader for OS WARP Server and Network upgrade project.
§ Network Planning Analyst for Coastal Computer Systems, Lauderdale by the Sea, FL, -Providing 3rd level support for multi platform Network environments providing support and analytical analyses of Network traffic and utilization using various Network tools for various client account networks.
§ Information Systems Manager for Racal Security & Payments, Sunrise, FL -6 months assignment managing both Network and telecommunications responsible for 120-node network consisting of 8 Dell NT and 1 Oracle Server. Builds and support on NT 4.0 and Oracle 7 & 8 servers and racks. Managed I.S. department and operated department within projected fiscal budgets. Provided technical guidance on implementation and installation of LAN/WAN/AT&T WorldNet VPN. Design and supervise installation of premises wiring plant, install and programming of Cisco, Nortel and Bay Networks switches, 3COM hubs and branch office Cisco 2600 router, Ad Tran CSU/DSU and all T1 PTP pipes connectivity. Developed and maintained with AT&T Managers a smoother error free VPN system, including training and support of all sales personnel laptop rollout configurations and system monitoring. Provided Global systems coverage for three remote locations in the U.S., U.K. and Asia as well as all support for technology events-shows. Maintained remote dial-up system.
§ Recommended and trained all nationwide sales personnel on supporting their own laptops decreasing unit downtime thereby increasing sales initiatives resulting in a 35% increase in sales and an I.T. labor involved cost-cutting of 45%.
§ Project Manager Coordinating with BellSouth on deactivation of BellSouth/Nortel Meridian SL-1 PBX upgrading with
Option 11 PBX voice/data system, including upgrade, maintenance and support of OCTEL Meridian voicemail system.
Ø MOST SIGNIFICANT CONTRACT WORK…
Network and Senior Systems Engineer, Project Manager 4/1999 -11/1999
Unisys Global Network Services, South Florida Regional Division, Miami, FL Consultant
§ Lead Technical Engineer for enterprise-wide system integration projects including project management for e-commerce, applications, networks, security, enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions and e-mail/messaging including Andersen Consulting audit of $10M Miami Police Dept. Network Project resulting in “A+” technology infrastructure rating.
§ City’s of Ft Lauderdale and Miami, FL - Designed, developed and implemented the City’s of Ft Lauderdale and Miami LAN/WAN Network upgrades Project-Police Headquarters, City Hall, Courts, Prisons, and Fire & Lifeguard stations.
§ Marion County, FL - NT/Compaq server rack builds and Directory services (DHCP, DNS, WINS) configurations for all public school systems.
§ Cyberspace Financial Inc, Tamarac, FL - Design and build LAN infrastructure backbone, domain, servers, terminal 4.0, Citrix Metaframe 1.8 client/server, 3rd party NT logon script. Developed remote dial system utilizing Citrix, Shiva Net Manager, NT RAS and secure ID systems for remote communications. Installed Exchange 5.5/Outlook/Internet access.
§ Visit various statewide client sites performing wide range of network analysis/assessments.
Project Team Leader, Network Administrator, Messaging Engineer 7/1995 -4/1999
Sullivan & Cogliano, Waltham, MA Consultant
§ Client List: St. Elizabeth Medical Center (Norwood Hospital), GTE Internetworking/BBN Corporate Headquarters, Ascend/Stratus Communications Corporate Headquarters, Modern Continental Corporate Headquarters, Fastech Integration, Bradlees Corporation Corporate Headquarters, Dupont Corporation Corporate Headquarters, I.S.I. Corporation Corporate Headquarters, Integris Data Services Corporate Headquarters, Raytheon Corporate Headquarters, EG&G Corporate Headquarters, Softnet Systems, Sprint Spectrum, NEC Corporate Headquarters.
§ IT Consulting for Microsoft WINNT, TCP/IP, Novell, IPX network designs.
§ Acting project manager, project leader, team leader and trainer capacity regarding various end-to-end LAN projects and rollout deployments, network upgrades and messaging platform conversions for a long list of Fortune clients.
§ Coordinated efforts and provided multiple incidences regarding large volumes of end user training in corporate classroom training environments as well as personal level on the job training for client personnel.
Manager-Consultant 7/1994 -7/1995
Boston Computer Society, Waltham, MA via The Computer Learning Center, Somerville, MA Consultant
§ Acting Project Manager of multiple internship projects for BCS and mentored new student interns on the fundamentals
of PC networking in a workshop and laboratory environment and onsite at various internship locations.
Ø OTHER EXPERIENCE and ACHIEVEMENTS
Professional Organizations
Ø Committee board member for Town of Hudson, NH Technology Committee for Town and Public School Networks, 2002
Ø Member and Project Manager for Boston Computer Society, 1994-95
Publications
Author, The ¥Layman's Guide¥ to Layers 1-7 Ethernet Networking! Including Layers 3- 7 Switching, Content Networking and Convergence (Currently seeking optimal Publishing House, June 2002)
Awards
Ø 2nd Class F.C.C. Radiotelephone License
Ø 3rd Class F.C.C. Radiotelephone License
Other
Ø Visionary Leader with Strong Management Skills aggregating broad experience in technology assessment and deployment, budgeting, contract negotiation, business planning and implementation, project management, and cost accounting. Able to effectively communicate with managers at all levels and successfully incorporate information technology into business processes and systems.
Ø Technology Skills include thoroughly familiarity with state-of-the-art Internet services, client / server applications, object-oriented technology, wide area networks; local area networks, technical services, computer operations, software quality assurance; operating systems and In-depth experience in e-business (e-commerce, deployments), engineering (project, service, maintenance).
Ø Experienced consultant and project manager with over 8 years project and project management experience.
Ø Client/server systems support for over 8 years in multi-platform environments (Sun/UNIX/NT)
Ø Consulting background purpose to better understand client business functions and processes.
Ø 8 years experience designing LAN/WAN networks using Ethernet, Fast Ethernet and gigabit Ethernet in a Windows NT and 2000 environment. Understand CPE functions.
Ø Extensive support and troubleshooting skills in LAN/WAN and server environment.
Ø Planned, implemented and managed several large infrastructure projects. Managed cost functions and profitability.
Ø Over 5 years experience with large-scale projects of over 10 people, usually from different disciplines and areas of expertise.
Ø Administered and supported large user base in entirely web development and programmer environment with multiple host platforms and applications and over 10,000 hosts globally.
Ø Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills including presentation skills, writing technical documents, letters, maps and drawings, project documentation, sales presentations and proposals.
Ø Effective at building relationships with all levels of management. Strong analysis skills that enable me to identify and address issues with senior management.
Ø Actively participating doer and problem solver, can always hit the ground running, can always bring projects home on time and on budget, better individual than the competition, never missed a single day of work in entire Hi-Tech career.
Ø Personal goal is to take at least one certification course a year and attain certification.
Ø Many Manager’s referrals are Robert is more than just a Tech, once Network issues are fixed, he works very hard at fixing the customer issues! Conveys to the customer by talking to them and asking them what they want, need and expect and then figuring out if and how it can be done and then designs the best way to do it and then completes the tasks to everyone’s satisfaction.
Ø Ability to multitask under tight deadlines and maintains high-accuracy standards.
Ø Committed team player that can also work independently with little supervision and willingness to be on call, working after hours and weekends.
Ø Good communication, respect for others, excellent troubleshooting ability, ability to understand business requirements and a desire to find solutions rather than to place blame
Ø Ability to apply old concepts to new applications
Ø Work well under pressure and can think quickly on my feet and use complicated technology effectively.
Ø Experienced Information Technology professional with administration and design skills.
Ø Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills working well both as a leader, team member and individually.
Ø Willing to relocate to South Florida (Dade or Broward County's preferably) N. Carolina Research Triangle Park, NYC, Caribbean or Hawaii
Interests
Ø Professional - Strong desire to acquire and absorb all Business, Information System technology, strategic planning, business model systems (manufacturing, finance, distribution etc), strategic analysis, IS concept, philosophy and management, business reengineering, project management and all methodology's information.
Ø Personal - Workout and Weight training daily, Certified PADI Scuba Instructor, Certified Mass. Sport Parachute Skydiver, U.S. Coastguard Certified Boating and Seaman course, serious and determined ambitions towards obtaining both my fixed-wing and helicopter pilot licenses, orientating, golf, skiing and amateur mountain climbing.
Available upon request
Ø Personal cover letter detailing 8-year hi-tech career, manager letters of recommendation, complete skills inventory, detailed education summary, detailed experience portfolio.
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