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Andrew Cole-Emuze

Plano,TX

Summary

IT professional well-versed in network administration and management. Notable for improving network efficiency and reliability with strategic planning and implementation. Known for fostering teamwork and achieving project goals through adaptability and collaboration. Key skills include network security and infrastructure management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Network Manager

Hanover
11.2022 - 05.2025
  • Worked with Cloud Technologies utilizing Azure, AWS, Express Route
  • Installed, configured, and troubleshot network devices such as Zscaler, Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco ISE
  • Troubleshot problems with existing networks to determine the cause of malfunctions or breakdowns and recommended solutions
  • Used Panorama management platforms to administer Palo Alto.
  • Participated in meetings, Project Planning, Troubleshooting sessions with various team members.
  • Updated Network diagrams and documentation using Microsoft word, Excel and Visio.
  • Performed troubleshooting of the WAN infrastructure consisting of Routers, Switches, Firewalls, Load Balancers.
  • Worked on various Switch IOS upgrades collaborating with the Offshore team.
  • Coordinated with other IT departments to ensure efficient allocation of resources for optimal network performance.
  • Enhanced network security through the deployment of robust firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access control measures.
  • Secured and connected private networks at multiple sites across interstate corporate WAN.
  • Managed re-platforming activities to convert desktop application to web-based application.
  • Delivered cost savings by negotiating contracts for telecommunications services and hardware purchases.
  • Managed vendor relationships for procurement, installation, and support of networking equipment and services.
  • Improved network performance by implementing advanced monitoring tools and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Streamlined network operations by consolidating multiple platforms into a unified management system.

Network Manager

FEDEX
02.2019 - 11.2022
  • Collaborated with Network and Security teams on finding the right solutions to existing problems.
  • Utilized AWS DevOps tools, technologies and APIs associated with IAM, CloudFormation, AMIs, SNS, EC2, EBS, S3, RDS, VPC, ELB, Route 53, Security Groups.
  • Worked with AWS core services like EC2, S3, Lambda, EMR, IAM cloud formation, Terraform.
  • Used a broad range of AWS technologies VPC, EC2, Lambda, S3, IAM, CloudWatch to develop and maintain an AWS based cloud solution.
  • Assist the Engineering team to improve the skills of junior team members and provide technical guidance to NOC Level 2.
  • Maintained and developed knowledge of technology trends.
  • Provided L3 support for various Network and Security related issues on Checkpoint firewall, IDS/IPS, F5 Load Balancers.
  • Maintained the technical documentation of processes and procedures used throughout normal operations.
  • Collaboratively with the Product and Architecture teams to ensure solutions and services were designed and adopted effectively.
  • Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance, regular updates, and prompt resolution of technical issues.
  • Implemented virtualization technologies to reduce hardware costs while maintaining high-performance computing capabilities.
  • Provided ongoing training sessions for staff members on securing their devices against potential network threats, resulting in heightened organizational security.
  • Directed acquisition, installation and testing of network hardware.
  • Assisted in the planning of data center migrations to accommodate rapid business expansion without disrupting services.
  • Increased network reliability by conducting regular audits, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending corrective actions.
  • Diagnosed complex network-related issues using packet capture analysis tools for timely resolution of problems.
  • Conducted thorough research on available software solutions before finalizing purchases or upgrades based on compatibility with organizational needs.

Network Consultant

WILLIS WATSON
06.2017 - 01.2019
  • Configured, maintened Palo Alto and Juniper firewalls, IPS, McAfee IPS, ForcePoint (WebSense) URL filtering, and Pulse Secure SSL-VPN devices.
  • Managed global deployment of Meraki Firewalls and Wi Fi environment.
  • Managed routing protocols and routing table configuration using Meraki SD-WAN Management tool.
  • Responsible for firewall rule changes by process that includes analysis of the request, security recommendation, change control documentation and obtaining approval, and implementation.
  • Planed, documented, and implemented hardware and software refresh and upgrade of Palo Alto, Cisco perimeter devices.
  • Collaborated closely with the Information Security team to establish and enforce security policies and configurations across network device and firewalls such as Cisco and Palo Alto devices.
  • Supported the change management process for all proposed configuration changes affecting security platforms by reviewing existing configurations to determine the overall impact on the enterprise network.
  • Evaluated new technology solutions and designs comprising of Routers, Switches, Firewalls, Load Balancers, WLCs, ICE, Aps.

Network Architect

Radiant Systems
10.2015 - 05.2017
  • Supporting client immediate implementation and configuration and security standards for routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, IPS, NAC, and network analysis equipment within their infrastructure.
  • Performing analysis and diagnosis of highly complex networking challenges in their Application and Data Center environment.
  • Designing, planning and implementing the best successful path for their routing, switching, application and data center requirements to meet and exceed the operational metrics set forth in their day-to-day deliverables.
  • Providing 24x7 network internal and external support that include and is definitely not limited to project management, operation, expansion, and maintenance of all equipment within the infrastructure.
  • Configuring and monitoring all network devices and the applicable systems using SNMPc and logging, etc.

Network Architect

XEROX
04.2014 - 09.2015
  • Implemented configuration and security standards for routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, IPS, NAC, and network analysis equipment.
  • Performed analysis and diagnosis of highly complex networking problems in the Data Center Environment.
  • Designed, planned and implemented routing, switching and data center solutions and strategies 2k, 5k, 7k and NX-OS, CRS-X, ASR100x, 65xx, 76xx series.
  • Provided 24x7 Network support including project management, operation, expansion, and maintenance of all equipment within the Network infrastructure domain.
  • Configure Monitoring on all network devices and monitor systems using SNMPc and logging.
  • Configured LAM/WAN devices using Switching and Routing Protocols including VLANs, Tagging, Stacking, Port channels, MSTP, OSPF, VRRP, VRF, BGP, EIGRP, QOS, MPLS, Policy Based Routing, Gateway Routing, ISIS.
  • Maximized network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages, scheduling upgrades, collaborating with network architects on network optimization.

Network Architect

IBM
11.2013 - 03.2014
  • Provided onsite network support and expertise on local data center campus and remote support for POP sites while working with local vendor support staff.
  • Worked with network provisioning engineers to turn up new circuits and engage and escalate with vendors to troubleshoot out-of-service or faulty circuits.
  • Analyzed complex situations and utilized troubleshooting skills, systems and tools, and creative problem-solving abilities under pressure.
  • Manage and support development of cutting edge VoIP products for major Telcos.
  • Implemented network recovery procedures to isolate specific trouble source; directed and coordinated corrective actions to restore and repair network conditions internally and externally.
  • Configuration of BIG-IP’s F5 load balancer for Microsoft Terminal Servers.
  • Provided Load Balancing towards access layer from core layer using F5 Network Load Balancers.
  • Perform network engineering, design, planning (WAN & LAN), & implementation.

Network Engineer

AT & T
10.2010 - 09.2013
  • Provide architecture, engineering and operational support for all devices throughout the infrastructure including switches, routers, wireless devices, including for all network devices, firewalls, SSL Gateways, wireless networks, and VPN client products.
  • Implemented Cisco based Nexus architecture, Nexus 1K, 5K, 7K using Cisco Nexus NX-OS command line and Nexus Fabric Extension architecture.
  • Designed and implemented logical network infrastructure including LAN, WLAN, WAN, firewall policies, routing protocols, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, QOS, etc.
  • Created network documentation that includes physical and logical designs, version management, IP schemas, and firewall rule sets.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosed advanced network issues including configuration, routing issues, spanning tree, performance, software bugs, and hardware failures and provide detailed root cause analysis on L1/L2.
  • Coordinated with 3rd party companies to configure secure inter-site network connectivity over technologies such as VPN.
  • Managed a multi-layer firewall solution including analysis of traffic and implementation of rule sets.
  • Documented and implemented best practices for network design, patch management, administration, upgrades, and security.

Network Engineer

GRAO Tech
07.2007 - 09.2010
  • Periodically performed preventative maintenance of all F5 Networks equipment to keep them up-to-date by installing and applying latest security and recommended patches and fixes, released by vendors.
  • Administered and deployed network load balancers, such as Cisco ACE, Citrix NetScaler and F5 Load Balancers basic configurations including VIP’s, pools, persistence, SSL certificates, monitors, profiles.
  • Maintained and decommissioned all configuration items with the BIG-IP environment including, but not limited to Virtual Servers, Pools, SSL Profiles, Stream Profiles and iRules implementations.
  • Evaluated and monitored network performance using network sniffing tools and packet analyzers.
  • Assisted with the design, implementation, maintenance, security and day-to-day operations of all F5 Networks Equipment within the enterprise.
  • Monitored and prepared performance report on various back office applications SQL Server, IIS.
  • Managed software installations; maintained company-wide desktop standardization with Group Policy.
  • Led Network Support, tracked network assets, research and evaluated new technology.

Network Engineer

County of Orange
10.2006 - 06.2007
  • Built test environments using Virtual PC and Virtual Servers to emulate production environment for testing all applications.
  • Tested various new Operating Systems; documented software / hardware installations for future use.
  • Prepared Windows 2003 Servers for Active Directory Migrations from Windows NT 4 and 2000 Servers.
  • Monitored and prepared performance report on various back office applications SQL Server, IIS.
  • Managed software installations; maintained company-wide desktop standardization with Group Policy.
  • Deployed Cisco routers, switches, hubs, VPN Concentrators and PIX Firewalls in an Enterprise-wide environment.
  • Implemented various Backup strategies with Incremental and Differential Backups using Backup Exec, VERITAS 10 and Tivoli Storage Manager.
  • Designed and implemented Strategies for the Migrations of approximately 15,000 Users and Computers.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

University of Benin
Nigeria
08.1990

Skills

  • Network troubleshooting
  • Network access control
  • Team leadership
  • Network security management
  • Wireless networking
  • IT infrastructure management
  • Incident response planning
  • Load balancing techniques
  • Network automation
  • Network architecture design
  • Capacity planning
  • Cybersecurity best practices
  • Data center operations
  • LAN and WAN administration

Timeline

Network Manager

Hanover
11.2022 - 05.2025

Network Manager

FEDEX
02.2019 - 11.2022

Network Consultant

WILLIS WATSON
06.2017 - 01.2019

Network Architect

Radiant Systems
10.2015 - 05.2017

Network Architect

XEROX
04.2014 - 09.2015

Network Architect

IBM
11.2013 - 03.2014

Network Engineer

AT & T
10.2010 - 09.2013

Network Engineer

GRAO Tech
07.2007 - 09.2010

Network Engineer

County of Orange
10.2006 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Science -

University of Benin

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