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Greg Scott

Acworth,Georgia

Summary

Dynamic Network Engineer with a proven track record at Paulding County School District, excelling in network design and diagnostics. Expert in Layer 2/3 protocols and skilled in resolving complex technical challenges. Enhanced system security and performance through strategic firewall implementations and vendor negotiations, driving significant improvements in network reliability.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Network Engineer

Paulding County School District
02.2015 - Current
  • Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
  • Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.
  • Performed troubleshooting for Juniper, Cisco, Alcatel-Lucent, Fortinet and packet analysis.
  • Enhanced security by implementing firewalls, VPNs, and access control systems.
  • Provided network support services for devices such as switches, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
  • Integrated fixed wireless connectivity into facilities requiring high-speed networks.
  • Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.
  • Boosted system availability by conducting regular maintenance tasks, including firmware updates and hardware replacements.
  • Managed vendor relationships to negotiate contracts, procure equipment, and receive timely technical support when needed.
  • Evaluated emerging networking technologies to identify infrastructure improvement opportunities.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for network design, configuration standards, and operational procedures.
  • Implemented WAN and LAN designs in multi-datacenter configurations.
  • Diagnosed network problems involving combination of hardware, software, power and communications issues.

Director of Technology

SOUTHERN POLYTECHNIC University
03.1998 - 01.2015
  • Served as primary decision-maker for internal technology spending, creating budget guidelines to reduce waste and decrease unnecessary upgrades.
  • Recruited high-caliber development personnel, prioritizing candidates with history of helping employers execute business goals by exceeding expectations.
  • Supported creation of client and business partner relationships through careful collaboration and networking efforts.
  • Executed on senior leadership's long-term and mid-term [Type] technology development goals.
  • Complied with stringent regulatory standards for data handling.
  • Presented budget and business planning proposals to senior leadership, advocating for junior personnel needs and segment-wide business goals.

Education

Information Technology

Southern Polytechnic State University
Marietta, GA

Skills

  • Network design
  • Expertise in Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols
  • Subnetting expertise
  • Network diagnostics expertise
  • DNS system configuration
  • Network IP services expertise
  • Network infrastructure oversight
  • Expertise in network routing
  • Skilled in resolving technical challenges
  • Network performance monitoring
  • Skilled in configuring firewalls
  • Data center infrastructure networking

Timeline

Network Engineer

Paulding County School District
02.2015 - Current

Director of Technology

SOUTHERN POLYTECHNIC University
03.1998 - 01.2015

Information Technology

Southern Polytechnic State University

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