Overview
Work History
Education
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Erlan Antelo Castro

Sunrise,FL

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Fiber Optic Technician

3Com
08.2024 - Current

· Fiber Optic installation

· Troubleshooting

NCS Network Engineer

Ip Global
02.2022 - Current
  • Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of network devices and rapid troubleshooting.
  • Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.
  • Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
  • Structural Wired

IT Manager

Las Lomas
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching, and maintenance.
  • Optimized helpdesk performance through process improvements, enabling faster response times and increased user satisfaction levels.
  • Configured all hardware devices and software settings to optimize network Performance (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).
  • Operating Systems: Windows and Mac. Linux Server, Centos, Red Hat, SMB Server
  • Data Center Administrator, Structural Wired

Ip Network Engineer

Telecel SA
02.2011 - 11.2019

• Handled network configurations after hours and on weekends to alleviate downtime and maintain smooth operations.

• Updated hardware and software upon availability and supervised network to eliminate bottlenecks immediately.

• Established policies and procedures for publishing Web pages and applications in conjunction with content creators and sales staff.

• Monitored system upgrades, which included patches, service packs, hot fixes and new configurations.

• Configured all hardware devices and software settings to optimize network Performance (Cisco, Juniper)

• Handled troubleshooting tasks related to the components for Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks and voice systems.

• Installed wiring, cabling and devices to establish, repair and improve network operations.

• Operation and maintenance DNS server (Infoblox, Akamai, Bind), Active directory (Windows 2012, 2016).

• Exchange Server 2012, Office365, SMTP server, Sendmail, postfix server, POP server, FTP, TFTP server, VPN connections.

• Operating Systems: Windows and Mac. Linux Server, Centos, Red Hat. □ Protocols: OSPF, BGP

• Strong knowledge: STP, MPLS, IPv4/IPv6, VLAN.

System Manager

Opal LTDA
03.2010 - 02.2011
  • Helpdesk to more than 40 users.
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of hardware and software. Installation and update of operating systems (Windows).
  • Configured new employee workstations, including all hardware, software and peripheral devices.
  • Updated software versions with patches and new installations to close security loopholes and protect users.
  • Collaborated with support team to assist client stakeholders with emergent technical issues and develop effective solutions.
  • Consulted via telephone to understand user problems, run through testing scripts and ask probing questions to locate root causes.
  • Reviewed support cases for technical and troubleshooting accuracy and identified needed improvements in processes.
  • Conferred with vendors to obtain replacement hardware or software and escalate more complex concerns.
  • Set up new desktop systems and configured laptops for incoming employees, loading required software and server permissions.
  • Disassembled computer systems to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.
  • Data Center Administrator, Structural Wired.

System Manager

Santos CMI
01.2008 - 05.2009
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of hardware and software. Installation and update of operating systems (Windows, Asterisk).
  • Configured new employee workstations, including all hardware, software and peripheral devices.
  • Updated software versions with patches and new installations to close security loopholes and protect users.
  • Reviewed support cases for technical and troubleshooting accuracy and identified needed improvements in processes.
  • Disassembled computer systems to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.
  • Investigated technical issues using knowledge base and personal experience to complete timely resolutions.
  • Data Center Administrator, Structural Wired.
  • Asterisk IP telephony.
  • Firewall Juniper Administrator.

Technical Support Engineer

Bisa Bank
11.2004 - 01.2008
  • Explained technology-related details in easy-to-understand terms to individuals from all walks of life and in various job positions.
  • Advocated for end-users, performing tests and problem analysis for server, desktop and IT infrastructure work.
  • Consulted via telephone to understand user problems, run through testing scripts and ask probing questions to locate root causes.
  • Updated software versions with patches and new installations to close security loopholes and protect users.
  • Removed malware and viruses from laptops and desktop systems using specialized software.
  • Configured new employee workstations, including all hardware, software and peripheral devices.
  • Disassembled computer systems to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.
  • Worked with clients to analyze computing and network needs and installed appropriate solutions.
  • Data Center Administrator, Structural Wired. Switches and Routers Administrator.

Education

No Degree - English, Advanced

Kaplan International
Miami, FL
06-2020

MBA -

European Business School
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
05-2015

Master of Science - CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)

UPSA
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
01-2011

Master of Science - System Engineering Degree

Universidad Catolica Boliviana San Pablo
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
07-2004

Master of Science - Network And Telecommunications Administrator

Universidad NUR
Santa Cruz, Bolivia
02-2004

Timeline

Fiber Optic Technician

3Com
08.2024 - Current

IT Manager

Las Lomas
03.2022 - 11.2023

NCS Network Engineer

Ip Global
02.2022 - Current

Ip Network Engineer

Telecel SA
02.2011 - 11.2019

System Manager

Opal LTDA
03.2010 - 02.2011

System Manager

Santos CMI
01.2008 - 05.2009

Technical Support Engineer

Bisa Bank
11.2004 - 01.2008

No Degree - English, Advanced

Kaplan International

MBA -

European Business School

Master of Science - CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)

UPSA

Master of Science - System Engineering Degree

Universidad Catolica Boliviana San Pablo

Master of Science - Network And Telecommunications Administrator

Universidad NUR
Erlan Antelo Castro