Bryan Smith
Garland,TEXAS
Summary
Seasoned Network Architect with a comprehensive background in designing, deploying and maintaining complex network systems. Strengths include high-level proficiency in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data management. Known for implementing innovative solutions that optimize network efficiency and performance. Prior work has resulted in significant improvements to system reliability and operational continuity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Architect Engineer
MHMR
Ft. Worth, TX
01.2021 - Current
- Redesigned an overly complex network into a simplified environment, reducing downtime and vendor dependency
- Transitioned from static routing to OSPF, ensuring seamless failover and enhanced resilience
- Led the Azure migration project, initiating a shift to a cloud data center model
- Downsized Palo Alto firewalls, saving operational costs by right-sizing infrastructure
- Implemented scalable security standards and simplified firewall policies
- Designed Visio diagrams and network documentation for efficient management and compliance
- Mentored and coached network engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth
Network Engineer
Brown & Brown
Irving, TX
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Migrated devices from TACACS to RADIUS for improved access control
- Designed and implemented a migration plan for replacing ASA firewalls with Palo Alto solutions
- Managed external DNS configurations and resolved critical network issues
- Created Visio diagrams for documenting network designs and changes
Network Engineer IV
MGS Global Services
Plano, TX
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Led the conversion of 72 remote sites to Cisco Meraki networks with zero downtime
- Re-engineered network solutions to meet PCI compliance standards
- Produced detailed runbooks, BOMs, and SOWs for seamless migrations
- Collaborated with vendors to optimize hardware and software solutions for airport sites
- Mentored junior engineers and led cross-functional project teams
Senior Network Engineer
Ace Cash Express
Irving, TX
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Migrated ASA firewalls to FortiGate solutions, optimizing firewall configurations for efficiency
- Upgraded circuits and reduced downtime through proactive monitoring using SolarWinds
- Ensured PCI compliance by designing and implementing secure firewall rules
Network Administrator
VPAY
Plano, TX
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Simplified network design, improving scalability and manageability
- Configured and supported FortiGate firewalls, Aruba switches, and FortiMail systems
- Supported HIPAA and PCI compliance in high-transaction environments
- Managed vendor relationships and evaluated technology solutions
Security Engineer II
Compucom
Plano, TX
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Provided Tier-3 escalation support for complex firewall and VPN issues
- Configured and managed Fortinet, Sophos, and Cisco firewalls across 800+ clients
- Developed remediation plans for addressing security vulnerabilities
- Conducted troubleshooting for multi-customer environments using Wireshark and other tools
Network Engineer II
Santander Consumer USA
Plano, TX
09.2011 - 11.2016
- Designed and supported corporate data centers and remote offices, serving over 9,000 agents
- Upgraded network infrastructure to meet PCI compliance requirements
- Implemented MPLS circuits and VLAN configurations to improve reliability and redundancy
- Played a key role in building and supporting three new data centers
Education
Some College - CCNA Networking Academy
Tarrant County College
Hurst, TXSkills
- Network Design
- Routing: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, Static Routing, VPN
- Firewalls: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, Checkpoint, Juniper, Azure
- Switches: Cisco Nexus/Meraki/Cata, Juniper, Fortinet, HP, Arista
- Wireless: Sukli, Extreme Cisco
- Cloud Integration: Azure Migrations
- Documentation: Policies, Procedures, Visio Diagrams
- Leadership, team training, project coordination
- Tools: Wireshark, NetFlow, SolarWinds, Logicmonitor, Gigastor
- Server: VMware vSphere/ESXi
- Authentication: Radius,TACAS
- Network monitoring
- ITIL framework
- Network security
- Disaster recovery planning
- Load balancing
- Network troubleshooting
Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (Expired)
- Network Instruments: Observer Analyzer and VoIP Analysis Training
Timeline
Network Architect Engineer
MHMR
01.2021 - Current
Network Engineer
Brown & Brown
02.2020 - 01.2021
Network Engineer IV
MGS Global Services
02.2019 - 02.2020
Senior Network Engineer
Ace Cash Express
08.2018 - 02.2019
Network Administrator
VPAY
10.2017 - 08.2018
Security Engineer II
Compucom
05.2017 - 10.2017
Network Engineer II
Santander Consumer USA
09.2011 - 11.2016
Some College - CCNA Networking Academy
Tarrant County College
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