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Charles Saunders

301-379-4299
Germantown,MD

Summary

Resourceful Network engineer with several years of on-site network management and support services experience. Develops and implements initiatives to foster corporate objectives. Proven history of providing supplemental and total management support for it systems. Successful establishing and maintaining networks and servers with strong aptitude for identifying solutions to solve client challenges.

Active Secret clearance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Engineer

Dark Wolf Solutions
10.2021 - Current
  • Manages and troubleshoots network systems using management tools, ensuring prompt resolution of network outages and minimal downtime
  • Administers and configures security equipment for both local and remote usage, underlining secure and efficient operations
  • Works collaboratively with intelligence and management personnel to assure network connectivity across domestic and international sites
  • Generates detailed daily and critical site reports, keeping stakeholders updated about the status and availability of essential sites.

Network Engineer

F1 Technology Solutions
08.2017 - 10.2021
  • Managed and resolved network disruptions, employing tools like Solar Winds and Multiping, to limit site downtime
  • Configured Taclane for on-site and remote deployment, bolstering cybersecurity support network-wide
  • Cooperated with Field Intelligence Manager and Resident Agent to ensure steady connectivity across all network sites, domestically and internationally
  • Compiled and delivered daily and evening status reports of critical sites, offering crucial updates to government management and staff.

Network Engineer

Graham Technologies
10.2013 - 08.2017
  • Streamlined network troubleshooting procedures and outage resolution using SolarWinds, significantly minimizing downtime across various network devices including routers, servers, and switches
  • Managed, configured, and remotely deployed Taclane, in addition to building new GEM-X servers as required, bolstering network support capabilities
  • Ensured network connectivity across all sites, adhered to policy regulations through proper configuration of switches and routers, and maintained daily reporting on critical site statuses while effectively supporting new installations.

Comsec Engineer

GPS Technologies
08.2012 - 10.2013
  • Oversaw and regulated TACLANES, guaranteeing sustained connectivity across all network sites and conducted routine monthly rekeying for optimal network security
  • Performed daily Critical Site Reports for network monitoring, provided assistance for the installment of new encryption devices, and generated comprehensive after-action reports post-network outages.

System Administrator

WORLDWIDE INFORMATION NETWORK SYSTEM (WINS)
09.2011 - 11.2011
  • Administered user accounts, upheld security protocols, and delivered technical support for RSA tokens, Secure ID hardware, and remote access mechanisms
  • Contributed to special project execution, generated reports utilizing Excel and MS Word, and fulfilled standard system administration duties, inclusive of managing Windows Server 2003/2008.

Network Engineer

Cherry Road Technology (CRGT)/ Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
10.2008 - 01.2011
  • Provided all-encompassing technical support to various end users, incorporating remote and on-site services such as IIS installation and maintenance on AD 2003, policy stipulation, and user group establishment
  • Managed Exchange 2003 and 2008 to ensure smooth network operations, which involved monitoring mail traffic, implementing updates, conducting backups, and migrating user mailboxes
  • Established and sustained a secure network infrastructure by configuring multiple Cisco devices, installing Linux suse.10 on the network, and managing DNS records, thereby guaranteeing strong data integrity and dependable server support.

Senior Network Administrator

Executive Office of the President
10.2007 - 03.2008
  • Led technical support initiatives including managing network policy configurations, user account creation, and password resets leveraging Exchange and Active Directory 2000/2003
  • Enhanced system functionality and user experience through software installations, remote PC updates, VPN troubleshooting, and RSA ACS server support for secure site access.

Education

Information Management Systems

University of District of Columbia
01.1992

Computer Programming

Prince George's Community College

Skills

  • Operating Systems: Windows 95/98, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows NT Server 40, Linux, Exchange Server 2003, Active Directory 2003 and 2003,2008 Mac OS X 10
  • Orion's Solar Winds, Software: Remedy Open View, What's Up Gold, Cisco Works, FOR, Microsoft Office, and Corel8
  • Router Protocols: RIP, BGP, TCP/IP
  • Hardware: Cisco MAR 3200, Cisco Routers Series 25xx 37xx Through 4603, Cisco 6400 Switch Routers, Cisco 12000 (GSR) Series Routers, Netrix S10 and S100 Switches, Nortel's 6480 Passport and Vector Switches, Ra GD Data Encryption Kg- 175D1G's Verlink, Acc, Cisco ASA 5505 Access Point
  • Encryption Technologies, Troubleshooting, Excellent Communication Skills, Network Security

Certification

Security + | Study SY0- 701 Exam

Activeclearance

Active Secret Clearance

Timeline

Network Engineer

Dark Wolf Solutions
10.2021 - Current

Network Engineer

F1 Technology Solutions
08.2017 - 10.2021

Network Engineer

Graham Technologies
10.2013 - 08.2017

Comsec Engineer

GPS Technologies
08.2012 - 10.2013

System Administrator

WORLDWIDE INFORMATION NETWORK SYSTEM (WINS)
09.2011 - 11.2011

Network Engineer

Cherry Road Technology (CRGT)/ Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
10.2008 - 01.2011

Senior Network Administrator

Executive Office of the President
10.2007 - 03.2008

Information Management Systems

University of District of Columbia

Computer Programming

Prince George's Community College
Charles Saunders301-379-4299