Herman Azefor
Burbank,CA
Summary
Experienced Infrastructure/Network Security Manager skilled in managing complex security systems, implementing robust measures, and ensuring the protection of critical assets. Strong leadership abilities and a thorough understanding of industry best practices. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Infrastructure /Network Security Manager
Dati Cloud L.L.C
01.2019 - Current
- Spearheaded troubleshooting and resolution of complex network issues within LAN/WAN environments, leveraging expertise in Cisco Nexus 9000, 9300, 7000 series switches, and Cisco Catalyst 6500, 5000, 3500, 2900 series for optimal network performance
- Expert in configuring and managing Cisco ISR 4000, ASR 1000, ASR 9000 series routers, ensuring robust connectivity across over 500 satellite sites through implementation of IPSEC VPNs
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as Wireshark for in-depth analysis of network traffic to identify and mitigate security threats
- Proficient in deployment and management of Cisco ASA 5500X Series firewalls, utilizing access control policies and threat detection capabilities to safeguard network infrastructure
- Demonstrated expertise in routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and modern network technologies such as MPLS, SDWAN, and cloud networking solutions to enhance network efficiency and reliability
- Led successful migration of critical network infrastructure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), significantly improving scalability, performance, and disaster recovery capabilities
- Developed and enforced network security policies, conducted regular security audits, and implemented risk management strategies to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats
- Engineered and maintained sophisticated network solutions, incorporating QoS, multicast, and advanced routing techniques to support diverse organizational needs, including high-definition video conferencing and VoIP services
- Oversaw implementation of network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Cisco DNA Center) for real-time visibility and proactive management of network health, performance, and security
- Managed cross-functional teams in design and deployment of network enhancements, achieving significant improvements in performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts within workplace, resulting in inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees from various backgrounds.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Devised scripts and automation tools to improve system efficiency.
- Attended meetings to deliver status reports to key stakeholders.
- Analyzed network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.
- Delivered Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem identification, diagnosis and issue resolution.
- Supported remote workforce needs by configuring secure VPN connections enabling them to access critical resources from any location.
- Managed Active Directory domain services, ensuring efficient user account administration and group policy enforcement.
- Streamlined IT operations for increased productivity by automating routine tasks through PowerShell scripting.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software.
- Researched and recommended new technologies and strategies for improving system performance.
- Ensured seamless integration of new hardware and software components into existing VMware environments.
- Conducted comprehensive capacity planning to ensure adequate resources for future growth and expansion.
Senior Systems and Network Engineer
RUDRA GLOBAL INC
02.2012 - 01.2019
- Core Competencies: Leadership & Team Management: Directed a team of network engineers in maintaining robust system security and reliability
- Spearheaded major network infrastructure projects, including LAN/WAN upgrades and 60 transition from traditional networking to advanced MPLS and cloud architecture
- Cultivated culture of innovation, encouraging creative solutions to complex network challenges
- Strategic Network Design & Security: Played a pivotal role in designing and implementing network security measures, including firewall configurations (Cisco ASA, Firepower), IP Telephony systems, and comprehensive access control mechanisms
- Developed strategic plans to safeguard critical data against unauthorized access, modification, or destruction
- Multilingual Communication & Customer Service: Leveraged fluency in French and English to enhance communication with international teams and clients
- Excelled in providing exceptional customer service, resolving technical inquiries related to network and VOIP technologies promptly and efficiently
- Technical Expertise & Innovation: Proficient in a wide range of networking technologies and protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VPNs, Cloud Networking)
- Innovated security solutions, including 25 development of custom software tools to improve network security and resilience
- Risk Management & Compliance: Conducted thorough security audits to identify vulnerabilities, developed and executed risk mitigation strategies, and ensured compliance with PCI and other industry standards
- Led initiatives to update and maintain network security policies and procedures
- Key Achievements: Network Infrastructure Overhaul: Successfully led LAN/WAN refresh project, replacing outdated hardware and migrating from Frame Relay to MPLS, significantly improving network performance and scalability
- Cloud Migration & Integration: Orchestrated the seamless migration of network services to cloud environments (AWS, Azure), enhancing operational flexibility and disaster recovery capabilities
- Security Enhancements: Developed and implemented comprehensive network security framework, including 29 deployment of advanced firewall solutions, encryption protocols, and forensic tools, significantly reducing risk of cyber threats
- Customer Service Excellence: Established systemized approach to logging and resolving customer requests, achieving high satisfaction rates through effective communication and timely resolution of network issues.
Senior Network Security Engineer
Credit One Bank N.A.
11.2008 - 07.2011
- Ensured business continuity by developing disaster recovery strategies and backup plans for critical systems.
- Increased network visibility by deploying advanced monitoring tools and analyzing traffic patterns for potential threats.
- Worked with business partners to balance requirements, security and risk reduction.
- Reduced risk of Cyber attacks by conducting thorough vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop corporate-wide cybersecurity policies and procedures.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices in network security engineering and management.
- Maintained strict adherence to regulations such as payment card industry (PCI) data security standard.
- Performed network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common problems.
- Worked with Network Design and Engineering team on multiple projects to upgrade and improve Network infrastructure and network security.
Major designs include LAN/WAN refresh project (Replace access and distribution layer switches from 4000 series, ASA firewall (5500 series) CATOS to 6500 IOS, edge routers from 7200 to 3845) barracuda gateways, VMware vSphere environment, - Design and created configuration Desktops
Develop migration strategies (from Frame-relay clouds to MPLS BGP clouds) Developed documents for internal and external users (VPN and Remote Access documentation Developed and documented network diagrams and procedures, documented current network (Visio, Ip address space) Proactive design and implementation of security policies (SSL VPN, IOS Security, Websense, meet PCI industry requirement, ASA 5500, DMZ structure, LAN Security, Protocols used: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP Devices used: PIX 515, ASA 5500 series, routers 3845, 2800, 1800 series, Switches 6500, 4000 , 3500 and 3750 series, F5 Load Balancers, C100 ironport, WAN Technologies used: T1, IPSec VPN, MPLS.
BGPv4 Monitor network health and troubleshoot network issues using, Solar winds, SNMP configuration, NSMART, ASDM, SDM, and command line proactive troubleshooting.
Manage business request projects and user tickets using TRACKIT 9 system. - Conducted regular security training sessions, raising awareness of potential threats among employees and promoting a strong security culture.
- Reduced risk of cyber attacks by conducting thorough vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
- Strengthened data protection efforts by developing encryption solutions for sensitive information transmission and storage.
- Authored security and vulnerability reports, detailing logged incursions and suggesting remediation efforts.
- Optimized security configurations for routers, switches, and firewalls to improve overall system performance.
- Installed and maintained commercial firewall solution, working with security vendors to consistently apply best practices and software updates.
- Selected appropriate intrusion detection system solutions for implementation at facilities.
- Supported incident response efforts during high-priority events, collaborating with internal teams and external partners as needed.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Participated in regular tabletop exercises to evaluate effectiveness of existing security strategies and identify areas for improvement.
- Designed, installed and configured email encryption gateways with data loss prevention.
- Designed standardized incident logging system to track historical incursions while helping prevent future breaches.
- Worked with teams to develop company-wide information assurance, security standards and procedures.
NETWORK TECHNICIAN II
One World Travel
11.2007 - 02.2011
- Responsible for LAN and WAN network operations; Test T1 and T3 end-to-end connection using HP Open view software
- Configure and implement Networks, BGP4, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, Frame Relay, MPLS
- Oversaw migration of WAN links to new service provider, designed full mesh WAN, set up TFTP server to backup, and restored configuration and IOS image files for PIX, Cisco routers, and Catalyst switches
- Monitored bandwidth and network activity by analyzing information provided by MRTG to ensure both efficient and effective network operation
- Migrated network from full mesh frame relay to Point-Point T1 on larger sites, and implemented IPSec VPN on smaller sites
- Determine and execute escalations to other level Good FTP Good HP Open view Very Good Image Inventory management IP IPX/SPX ISDN IS-IS Computer support LAN Access Exchange Very Good Outlook Very Good Windows Very Good Migration Very Good Modems NetBIOS Network Design and Engineering Excellent groups
- Track and assist problem resolutions
- Document network problems and changes working in diverse management environments.
- Configured and maintained network backup and recovery procedures.
- Supported company-wide IT initiatives, sharing expertise on networking best practices with colleagues across departments.
Network Support Specialist I
Wealthspring Mortgage
04.2003 - 12.2005
- Responsible for performance, installation, maintenance and enhancement of Company's network
- Uses ticketing system to communicate intra- and inter-department (Remedy)
- Implementation of TCP/IP & related Services DHCP/DNS
- Design and implement security policies using ACL, PIX
- Setup, configure and troubleshoot network
- Create users accounts and passwords and ensures security is always maintained
- Use diagnostic techniques and utilities to troubleshoot computer network breakdowns
- Install, configure and troubleshoot Windows family of operating systems.
Education
Certified Cisco Network Associate (CCNA) -
Cisco Academy
Washington, DC03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
University of Yaounde 1
Yaounde, Cameroon12.2001
Skills
- Networking: Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switches, ISR and ASR routers, SD-WAN, MPLS, VPN
- Security: Cisco ASA, Firepower, IPSEC, SSL VPN, Cybersecurity frameworks, active directory, power-shell, linux operating systems
- Protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, Cloud Networking Solutions
- Tools: Wireshark, SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, Visio
- Performance Tracking and Evaluation
- Technical Proficiency
- Policy Implementation
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Problem Resolution
- Organization and Time Management
Additional Information
Proficient in:
Vmware Cloud Environment
Vmware virtual network NSXT environment
Linux Ubuntu systems
Windows Server and Active directory management
Networking Expert
Languages
French
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Infrastructure /Network Security Manager
Dati Cloud L.L.C
01.2019 - Current
Senior Systems and Network Engineer
RUDRA GLOBAL INC
02.2012 - 01.2019
Senior Network Security Engineer
Credit One Bank N.A.
11.2008 - 07.2011
NETWORK TECHNICIAN II
One World Travel
11.2007 - 02.2011
Network Support Specialist I
Wealthspring Mortgage
04.2003 - 12.2005
Certified Cisco Network Associate (CCNA) -
Cisco Academy
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
University of Yaounde 1
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