Christopher Metz
Warwick,RI
Summary
Professional network engineer prepared for advanced roles in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting. Skilled in routing, switching, firewall configuration, and network security protocols. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Network Engineer
Hasbro Inc
12.2010 - 04.2021
- Facilitated seamless network operations through the configuration and installation of routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless equipment.
- Conducted assessments of network devices, facilitating upgrades and advising on necessary equipment replacements.
- Enhanced network performance by ensuring system availability and reliability through continuous monitoring and troubleshooting.
- Analyzed existing network infrastructure and proposed engineering solutions to enhance service delivery and reliability.
- Facilitated network operations by diagnosing and responding to major networking incidents to ensure system reliability.
- Enhanced network reliability by proactively identifying and resolving performance issues. Secured effective technical support from equipment vendors to optimize licensing and troubleshoot challenges.
- Led system acceptance testing and guided change management initiatives. Briefed project manager on task progress and challenges encountered.
Network Support Engineer
Atrion Networking Corporation
06.2000 - 12.2010
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address customer inquiries and deliver effective remote assistance.
- Supported network device upgrades and recommended equipment replacements to enhance system reliability.
- Oversaw accurate and timely documentation of issues and their resolutions. Facilitated support for network troubleshooting initiatives.
- Balanced independent work responsibilities with active participation in team initiatives.
- Created and regularly revised detailed documentation of network systems to facilitate troubleshooting and knowledge sharing.
- Facilitated network infrastructure setup by configuring and installing routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless devices to enhance connectivity.
- Provided expert technical assistance and resolved issues to maintain operational efficiency for users.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
CCRI
Warwick, RI05.1993
Skills
- Lan / Wan/Firewalls / VPN / Load Balancers
- Infrastructure Maintenance Network Infrastructure
- Network Administration and Monitoring
- MPLS
- Network Support and Engineering
- DHCP
- TCP/IP / DNS
- Disaster Recovery
- OSPF / EIGRP / BGP
- Wireless network design
- Routing protocols expertise
- SD Wan Viptela
Certification
- CCDA
- CCNA
- CCNP
Timeline
Senior Network Engineer
Hasbro Inc
12.2010 - 04.2021
Network Support Engineer
Atrion Networking Corporation
06.2000 - 12.2010
Associate of Arts - General Studies
CCRI