a Network & Security Administrator, I am responsible for configuring. designing and maintaining complex networks.
•Manage and prioritize projects in a high-volume rapid pace environment.
•Cisco Router & Switch experience with emphasis on IOS / CatOS, Nexus.
•In-depth knowledge of BGP and OSPF routing protocols.
•In-depth knowledge of WAN technologies including MPLS, circuiting, and commodity peering.
•Design and implement configuration solutions to meet customer requests.
•Implement a BGP/MPLS VPN for a given service provider network.
•Configure network hardware based on templates and networking best practices.
•Firewall experience including TCP/IP filtering, NAT, and stateful inspection.
•DNS and DHCP administration.
•Network management tools such as SolarWinds & PRTG.
•Extensive experience in deploying OSPF, BGP, LDP, MPLS-VPN, IPV4,
•Extensively worked on BGP peering, redistribution, Deploying Route reflectors in filed.
•Configured Routers for OSPF, EIGRP, BGP protocols. Configured them for Point-to-Point links, Frame Relay, and MPLS connectivity
•Configuration and Troubleshooting of Palo Alto Firewalls in IKEA-Saudi Arabia HQ and branches and IKEA-Bahrain site.
•Configuring security policies, Site to Site VPNs, configuring NGFW features (URL Filtering, Threat Prevention, Wildfire.
•Configuration and Troubleshooting of Cisco ASA Firewalls used as Data Center Firewall, controlling traffic to and from internal servers.
•Configuring and troubleshooting AnyConnect, IPSEC Client to Site and Site to Site VPN using Cisco ASA.
•Perform ongoing, monthly audits of infrastructure for vulnerabilities.
•Advise on and preventatively remediate security issues.
•Knowledge of and experience implementing PKI systems.
•Automate deployment and troubleshoot mechanisms for quick service.
•Understanding of basic security concepts: Authentication, Authorization, Encryption, Single Sign On, Containers.
•Administer the AD, FTP, DNS, DHCP, SSL services.
•As a hands-on technical specialist, handle complex and detailed technical work necessary to establish and maintain secure cloud & data center security.
•Expertise in Cisco ACS and Cisco ISE Authentication, Authorization and Accounting Protocols. Expert Hands-on experience in Cisco ACS & Cisco ISE for 802.1x, AAA Configurations.
•Install, configure, and manage Cisco ASA & Palo Alto Firewalls, Routers, Switches, and Cisco Wireless Controller & Access Points across multiple sites.
•Experience on various Azure services like Compute (Web Roles, Worker Roles), Azure Websites, Caching, SQL Azure, NoSQL, Storage, Network services, Azure Active Directory, API Management, Scheduling, Auto Scaling, and Power Shell automation.
•Capable of quickly learning and delivering solutions as an individual and as part of a team.
•Monitor wireless enterprise networks by utilizing the Wireless Control System (WCS).
•Good Understanding the frequency, phase, RF power, and power levels and their usage in an enterprise environment.
•Configured, monitor, troubleshoot, and support enterprise wireless networks.
•Analyzed business requirements to design and implement an infrastructure solution using Cisco.
technologies.
•Develop wireless network infrastructures and make recommendations on systems enhancements for optimization.
•Develop and implement policies and classify and oversee access to protect network systems.
•Experienced using Cisco call manger, unity voice mail, and voice gateways.
•Strong customer service and communication skills.
•Used VLANs, RADIUS and LDAP protocols for AAA IP-based comm. System.
•Conducted analysis of current environment for interference on both the 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz spectrums.
•Performed Wireless LAN and 802.11abgn, ac technologies to deliver voice, data video.
•Performed site surveys and RF propagation testing.
•Import maps and AP placement on Prime version 2.2 in production for monitoring the access points health status and troubleshooting.
•Proven experience on Networking Firewall and Security devices
•Technically lead on Network Backbone upgrade project.
•Advanced knowledge of Cisco wireless LAN controllers, Cisco access points, Cisco ISE, Cisco routers, Cisco L2/L3 switches, Cisco Prime, load balancing, QOS, PBR, WCCP, VPN, NAT, VoIP, IPSec, Multicast, DNS services, MPLS networks, Cisco firewalls and network and routing protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, SNMP, VLAN, VTP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP).
•Designed and Configured Cisco VSS (Virtual Switching System) clustering technology in our Head Office and branches for the Catalyst 4500 series switches (Supervisor Engine 7-E, Supervisor Engine 7L-E).
•Created detailed systematic upgrade plan implementation documentation and comprehensive test plan.
•Designed wired and wireless network, migration, updating, setup new networks.
•Identified, diagnosed, and resolved network problems.
•Administering and supporting next generation Cisco ASA and Palo Alto network firewalls.
•Created new network design and assess the network requirement and suggested documentation based on the requirements to the Management.
•Handling LAN and WAN issues (Cisco switches & routers, VLANs, Wireless, internet, Palo Alto firewall)
•Designing and implementing security solution.
•Assessed network performance to ensure that it meets the present and future needs of the business.
•Provide technical support to log aggregation set-up and assist in all response measures.
•Participate in configuration and management program to install updated security tools.
•Designing and implementing site-to-site & multisite VPN solutions from both Cisco ASA & Palo Alto firewalls.
•Administer all security reviews on newly launched application as per requirement.
•Manage and resolve networking issues at time of problem detection.
•Implementing and administering Cisco Prime & Cisco ISE software.
•Maintain and implement security strategy and standardization methods.
•Monitor computer networks for security threats or unauthorized users.
•Administer all security reviews on newly launched application as per requirement.
•Provide operational backup round the clock.
•Manage IT project with multiple phase plan, managing operation tasks as well as new phases implementation and
testing.
•Coordination with Vendors and different team members to provide network connectivity.
•Responsible for various issues with vendor and internally to fulfill project timeline and deliverable.
•Manage and resolve networking issues at time of problem detection.
•Assist to improve all transitional program to initiate switchover process from Surf controlling filtration to SOPHOS filtration software.
•Ability to work as a team member or individually. Proven leadership skills.
•Capable of making critical decisions and assuming responsibility for results.
•Outstanding customer services skills
•Successfully designs highly scalable secure and redundant network environments utilizing most current hardware and software revisions from leading vendors.
•Implementation and troubleshooting of router redundancy protocols i.e., HSRP, VRRP and GLBP.
NOURNET (NOUR COMMUNICATIONS Co. LTD Website: www.nour.net.sa
- Company industry:
- Retail & Wholesale
- Job role:
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Information Technology
