Network Consultant

Personal summary

• Experienced in Multi-platform converge Networks. 20+ years of experience in the Network Design, Configuration, Implementation, migration, and troubleshooting. Seeking a challenging role to leverage my expertise in SD Network, WIFI, Security technologies. • MBA (IT) holder with Bachelor’s in Computer Science (BSC) degree. Development of core security & network infrastructure. • Capture the business requirements of the customer, prepare the Customer requirement documents and deliver the project as per waterfall methodologies. • Lead end to end projects and strong presentation skills, Able to brief technical and Non-technology audience. o Conducted network assessments and collaborated with customers to understand their business and technical requirements. o Designed and proposed networking solutions including Cisco SDA, ACI, and Cisco ISE 802.1X authentication. o Developed detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) and cost-effective solution architectures for enterprise customers. o Led data center consolidation projects, ensuring optimized network performance and security. o Successfully closed deals by delivering compelling technical presentations and proof of concept (PoC) demonstrations. o Integrated ServiceNow workflows with network infrastructure for automated IT service management. o Provided technical guidance to sales teams, ensuring alignment between customer needs and solution offerings. o Site to site and remote VPN solutions (Global protect, Forticlient VPN and AnyConnect) o Designed and implemented firewall deployment strategies, including HA setup, VPN creation, and UTM firewalls (Huawei, Cyberoam, ASA), to meet enterprise security requirements. o Led network migration projects, including upgrading legacy switches (65xx to Nexus 7704), ensuring minimal downtime and business continuity. o Advised customers on network transformation strategies, including Firewall Replacement projects, FortiGate SD-WAN deployment, and Network Refresh initiatives. o Designed and led SDA Network deployment, integrating Cisco DNA Center with ISE and enabling LAN automation (PnP) as part of network refresh projects. o Provided presales support for site-to-site VPN and remote access VPN solutions, ensuring secure and scalable connectivity for enterprise clients. o Conducted presales evaluations for IPS security solutions, DDoS protection, and cybersecurity threat detection, presenting mitigation strategies to customers. o Led network audits and gap analysis engagements, providing tailored recommendations for infrastructure improvements.

Skills

Catalyst Center, Network Performance Assessment22 Network architecture10 Network security5