Senior Network Engineer & Marine Veteran

Designing, implementing, and managing secure enterprise-level network infrastructures across DOD environments

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About Me

Dynamic and results-driven Senior Network Engineer and Marine Veteran with over 7 years of experience designing, implementing, and managing secure, enterprise-level network infrastructures across DOD environments. Proven success leading WAN operations, cloud integrations, and multi-vendor environments with Cisco, Juniper, and Check Point.

Deep knowledge of DISA STIG compliance, change management, and modern tools like Ansible, SolarWinds, OpenText NA, and nGenius. Active TS clearance, CCNP certified, and pursuing a B.S. in Network Engineering and Security at the University of Maryland (Expected April 2026).

On the side, I develop web applications and websites, combining my networking expertise with modern web development technologies.

Technical Skills

Routing & Switching

  • OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, SD-WAN
  • Cisco Catalyst & Nexus
  • Juniper EX Series
  • VLAN Management
  • Layer 2 & 3 Troubleshooting

Network Security

  • Check Point Firewalls (CCSA)
  • Cisco ASA & ACLs
  • F5 Load Balancing
  • 802.1x & Radius Auth
  • DISA STIG Compliance

Monitoring & Automation

  • Ansible Automation
  • SolarWinds & nGenius
  • OpenText NA
  • Python Scripting
  • Forescout NAC

Cloud & Management

  • Azure & AWS Environments
  • ServiceNow & Remedy
  • Cisco CUCM & VoIP
  • VMware & Wireshark
  • Web Development

Projects & Experience

DLA WAN Infrastructure Management

Currently managing the DLA WAN infrastructure as part of the core WAN team at Teksynap/GDIT. Coordinate with DISA, DLA HQ, and vendors to implement changes, upgrades, and deployments. Leading execution of scheduled outages and change requests through ServiceNow.

Technologies: Ansible, SolarWinds, OpenText NA, nGenius, Check Point, Cisco, Juniper

SD-WAN Migration Project (In Progress)

Currently leading the migration of legacy WAN infrastructure to a modern SD-WAN solution. Implementing next-generation routing protocols and optimizing network performance while ensuring minimal disruption to operations and maintaining DISA STIG compliance.

Technologies: SD-WAN, Cisco, BGP, OSPF, Cloud Integration

Python Network Automation Framework

Developing Python scripts and automation frameworks to streamline network configuration management, device monitoring, and compliance verification. Integrating with existing tools to reduce manual intervention and improve operational efficiency.

Technologies: Python, Ansible, REST APIs, Network Automation

Enterprise Unified Communications Design

Designed and implemented enterprise-level UC solutions at Leidos, including VoIP, video conferencing, and collaboration tools. Engineered scalable architectures using Cisco CUCM and managed migrations from legacy systems with minimal operational disruption.

Technologies: Cisco CUCM, VoIP, SIP Trunking, QoS, Microsoft Teams

Hybrid Cloud Security Architecture

Supporting hybrid cloud environments in Azure and AWS, managing routing protocols and security policies. Configured Check Point firewalls, Cisco router ACLs, and F5 appliances for secure, optimized network performance across cloud and on-premises infrastructure.

Technologies: Azure, AWS, Check Point, F5, ACLs, Cloud Security

Web Development Portfolio

Developing web applications and websites as a side project, combining networking expertise with modern web technologies. Creating responsive, user-friendly interfaces and full-stack solutions for various use cases.

Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Web Development Frameworks

Certifications & Education

CCNP Enterprise

Cisco Certified Network Professional (2024)

CCNA

Cisco Certified Network Associate (2021)

CCSA

Check Point Certified Security Administrator (2025)

CompTIA CASP+

Advanced Security Practitioner (2024)

CompTIA Security+

Security Certification (2020)

Azure Fundamentals

Microsoft Azure Certification (2025)

ITIL v4 Foundation

IT Service Management (2020)

CompTIA A+

IT Fundamentals (2022)

B.S. Network Engineering

University of Maryland (Expected April 2026)

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I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, network engineering projects, or collaboration on innovative solutions. Feel free to reach out!