SENIOR PROJECT NETWORK ENGINEER
PROFILE SUMMARY
Highly accomplished and customer-focused Senior Project Network Engineer with six years of progressive experience in MSP and SMB environments. Proven expertise in network architecture, design, and implementation, specializing in enterprise-grade solutions across diverse vendor platforms including Fortinet, Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, and Ubiquiti. Adept at leading complex infrastructure projects, performing deep client discovery, and leveraging Azure networking, Microsoft 365, and PowerShell scripting to deliver high-availability and scalable solutions. Committed to optimizing network performance, enhancing security, and driving business impact through meticulous planning and remote project coordination.
TECHNICAL CORE SKILLS
SYSTEMS & CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE: Hyper-V | VMware | Windows Server
NETWORKS & SECURITY: Network Architecture & Design | Fortinet/FortiGate | Cisco ASA/FTD | Palo Alto Networks | Juniper | Ubiquiti/UniFi | SD-WAN | VPN | VLAN Segmentation | Azure Networking | PowerShell Scripting | Implementation Planning
OTHER CORE EXPERTISE: BGP | OSPF | MPLS | Microsoft 365 | Infrastructure Discovery | Remote Support
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE
Managed Service Provider (Same as below, promotion) | Senior Implementation Specialist | Jan 2024 – Present
- Lead technical design and architecture decisions for multi-vendor network and identity infrastructure (Fortinet, Cisco Catalyst/ASA/ISR, SonicWall, Meraki, Sophos, Entra ID/Intune) across a nationwide MSP client base, balancing budget, growth, and risk.
- Architect redundant, no-single-point-of-failure network topologies – dual-uplink stacked switch fabrics, dual-firewall LACP uplinks – engineered for reliable ongoing support by a fully remote technical team.
- Led a legacy Cisco ASA-to-FortiGate SD-WAN migration for a multi-site enterprise client, re-architecting BGP-based branch connectivity and VPN split-tunneling.
- Designed a hub-and-spoke ADVPN architecture to resolve a client’s Azure VPN 30-tunnel ceiling, including VM sizing and cost analysis.
- Led network segmentation and infrastructure redesign for multi-site clients, translating compliance and physical constraints into topology decisions across mixed-vendor environments.
- Directed technical scoping across ~165-170 client implementation projects over 2.5 years, planning for growth with minimal operational disruption.
- Designed and built an LLM-maintained internal knowledgebase that structures field documentation into a query able, per-client technical asset – improving ticket-note consistency and roadmapped for API-driven automation.
Managed Service Provider | Implementation Specialist | Jan 2024 – May 2025
- Assisted with complex infrastructure deployments and network refreshes for diverse SMB clients within an MSP environment.
- Supported Microsoft 365 cloud migration team for 6 months, handling Google/legacy mail to M365 migrations, BitTitan, and PowerShell scripting.
- Built and retrofitted Azure environments, focusing on VM infrastructure, networking, VPN gateways, and hybrid cloud connectivity.
- Utilized PowerShell for M365 MFA rollouts, infrastructure discovery, and network mapping to streamline project execution.
- Provided support for various virtualization platforms, including Hyper-V, VMware, and Proxmox for client infrastructure.
Managed Service Provider | Tier 2 Systems Engineer / IT Specialist | March 2023 – 2024
- Managed over 250 mission-critical systems and 50+ client-facing tickets, ensuring high availability and resolving complex issues for MSP clients.
- Administered Microsoft 365, Exchange, Google Workspace, Azure, and Citrix environments, including implementing MFA rollouts.
- Implemented and managed IT security solutions including EDR, MDR, DNS filtering, and endpoint security to protect client assets.
- Provided remote and onsite support for networking, hardware, and virtual infrastructure, addressing diverse client needs.
- Spearheaded timely resolution of support escalations by consistently updating clients and documenting solutions, improving CSAT.
Wireless Internet Service Provider | Network Engineer | May 2022 – January 2023
- Spearheaded design, installation, and configuration of a sophisticated wireless ISP network supporting 3,000+ endpoints.
- Utilized advanced routing protocols (OSPF, MPLS, BGP) for seamless data transmission and network resilience across WAN infrastructure.
- Demonstrated proficiency in direct and remote management of switches, routers, access points, and CPE devices.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive network-wide disaster response and recovery procedure, improving network stability.
- Proactively optimized network monitoring, management, and backup systems to enhance overall network efficiency.
IT Services Provider | Lead Technician | July 2020 – May 2022
- Monitored, maintained, and supported 700+ endpoints and 26 physical/virtual servers across diverse SMB financial, medical, and commercial client environments.
- Implemented semi-automated patch management and operating procedures, improving workflow and efficiency for client locations.
- Managed network infrastructure builds for small-to-mid-sized businesses, covering both workgroup and domain-based networks.
- Led migration of the entire client base to a new management system and expanded business through printer management services.
- Provided comprehensive end-user and infrastructure support covering hardware, software, and networking issues for SMB clients.
PROFESSIONAL IT CERTS
CompTIA A+ | CompTIA Network+ | MikroTik Certified Network Associate (MTCNA) | MikroTik Certified Routing Engineer (MTCRE) | ITIL v3 Foundations | AWS Cloud Practitioner
EDUCATION BACKGROUND
B.S. Cybersecurity & Information Assurance (In Progress) – Private University | January 2026
General Education Diploma – Regional High School | June 2017
