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Christopher Charles

Malden,MA

Summary

Systems Engineer with 8 years experience driving network architecture, security and accessibility. Well versed in developing solutions for mission-critical needs. Highly skilled with system virtualization using VMware and ESXI. Proficient in infrastructure development for cloud computing platforms. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to grow in knowledge and be a indispensable asset to any team. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Specializes in deploying systems within ongoing operations while causing minimal disruptions. Committed to verifying compatibility, and required operational thresholds of developed products.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Systems Engineer

Astrion
07.2021 - Current
  • Provided complete end-to-end design, engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.
  • Installed and maintained commercial firewall (Forcepoint, Cisco) and proxy (Trellix) solutions, working with security vendors to consistently apply best practices and software updates.
  • Designed tailored disaster recovery solutions to maintain uptime.
  • Proposed technical feasibility solutions for new system designs and suggested options for performance improvement of technical components.
  • Streamlined troubleshooting processes to improve system support and enhance communication between engineering team and end-users.
  • Analyzed security logs to determine and alleviate network threats.
  • Conducted thorough research on emerging technologies to stay current with industry trends and best practices in network automation.
  • Improved network efficiency by implementing automation tools and techniques.
  • Maintained strict adherence to regulations such as Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) standards.

Network Supervisor

USMC Camp Lejuene
06.2016 - 07.2021
  • Create and implement network diagrams and IP address cut-sheets in rapidly changing, highly stressful, training environments by configuring virtual servers, routers, switches, and storage devices to provide services for 960 end users
  • Created and implemented a wireless Antenna Hill by using Adaptive Networking Wide-Band Waveform allowing for enhanced operational capabilities.
  • This was accomplished using Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM)
  • Configure and network Cisco routers (Cisco 3900 series), switches (Cisco Catalyst 3750g, Cisco Catalyst 3560x), NAS filers (NetApp FAS270, NetApp FAS2240), and satellite transmission pieces.
  • Mentor and supervise a team of 8 Network Operators to accomplish the tasks given by senior leadership.
  • Build and administer virtual servers using VMware and ESXi 5.1 virtualization software to include: Domain Controller (Active Directory, user accounts), Exchange Server, Windows Server Update Server (WSUS), vCenter Server, cryptographic logon, and VMotion.
  • Accountable for both unclassified and classified government networking gear valued at over $900,000
  • Oversee scanning and patching of all servers, end user assets, and networking equipment before implementation.
  • Configured Cisco routers and switches, NAS filers, and satellite transmission pieces based on network diagrams
  • Enhanced productivity of organization by resolving computer issues ranging from hardware problems (Boot/BIOS, printer, etc.) to operating systems and software issues (Windows 10, Java, Microsoft Office, etc.)
  • Placed networking gear and computers in military training environments based on the diagrams given by senior leadership, setting up the switches and connecting the devices by tipping and running Cat5e and Cat3 cables

Education

Certificate - CCNP

Cisco
09.2024

Certificate - Security +

Comptia
08.2024

Network Supervisors Course -

USMC
05.2018

Telecommunications Systems -

USMC
02.2017

Basic Communications Course -

USMC
01.2016

High School Diploma -

Malden High
05.2011

Skills

  • Skilled in Cisco, Dell, Palo Alto Systems
  • Infrastructure development
  • Penetration Testing
  • TCP/IP protocol
  • Configuration Management
  • Firewalls and Proxies
  • Information Security
  • Network Architecture
  • Virtualization
  • Technical Support
  • Cybersecurity
  • Web Security
  • System Troubleshooting
  • User Support
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Hardware integration

Timeline

Systems Engineer

Astrion
07.2021 - Current

Network Supervisor

USMC Camp Lejuene
06.2016 - 07.2021

Certificate - CCNP

Cisco

Certificate - Security +

Comptia

Network Supervisors Course -

USMC

Telecommunications Systems -

USMC

Basic Communications Course -

USMC

High School Diploma -

Malden High

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