DAN LUPTOWSKI
Midland,MI
Summary
Results-driven Connectivity Service Manager with 20 years in IT networking and infrastructure management. Expertise in optimizing network operations, managing data center operations, and leading complex projects for mergers and acquisitions. Experienced in ensuring connectivity for mission-critical systems across 30+ countries, driving strategic solutions, and enhancing network reliability.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Connectivity Service Manager
Dow
06.2016 - 06.2025
- Designed and operated infrastructure services, leveraging in-depth knowledge of network concepts and functionality.
- Delivered and maintained a secure, reliable network environment through a tight partnership between connectivity and security.
- Oversaw costs associated with network support for global enterprise, ensuring financial sustainability.
- Managed cost of supporting the network for a global enterprise.
- Delivered and maintained a secure, reliable network environment through collaboration between connectivity and security teams.
- Established and maintained relationships with internal and external customers.
Network Analyst / Network Engineer
Dow Corning
01.2000 - 06.2016
- Supported network operations for large chemical manufacturing company, ensuring reliable connectivity and performance.
- Led a team of network engineers/specialists in support of multiple locations in North America.
- Collaborated on the design and deployment of private addressing for a large enterprise, simplifying the environment and allowing a more efficient summarized routing table.
- Configured and deployed wired and wireless network gear.
- Acted as IT focal point for data center infrastructure requirements, streamlining processes for a large chemical manufacturing facility.
- Mentored interns, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and integration into the team.
- Reduced operating cost by helping to drive a Request for Pricing (RFP) for new standard network hardware with multiple vendors.
- Delivered reliable connectivity via solid base infrastructure. Including twisted pair, fiber-optic cabling, and reliable connectivity through various service providers.
- Led the Network Track of a 5-story 100,000 sq ft office building.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MichiganCCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco University
Skills
- CCNA
- Network switching
- Switching (Cisco, HP)
- Firewall management
- DNS management
- Extreme Wireless
- SolarWinds
- Business Communication
- Project Management
- Infrastructure Cabling
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Operational Efficiency
- Positive attitude
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Connectivity Service Manager
Dow
06.2016 - 06.2025
Network Analyst / Network Engineer
Dow Corning
01.2000 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Saginaw Valley State University
CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco University