Jake Coghlan
Network Engineer
Prior Lake,MN
Summary
Highly motivated and results-driven IT professional with 4+ years of experience in network engineering and freelance IT work. Passionate about leveraging Cisco and Meraki technologies to optimize network infrastructure and drive secure, cloud-based solutions. Currently pursuing CCNP and CCIE certifications, eager to bring technical expertise and collaborative problem-solving to dynamic IT environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Food & Beverage Team Member
Target
10.2023 - Current
- Worked collaboratively in a fast-paced environment to ensure customer satisfaction, balancing multiple tasks while maintaining service standards
- Developed strong communication and teamwork skills, handling diverse customer interactions and contributing to a positive team atmosphere.
IT Freelancer
Self-Employed
01.2021 - Current
- Provided comprehensive IT support for small businesses, specializing in network infrastructure design, configuration, and troubleshooting across various environments
- Set up and maintained firewall, VPN, and security protocols, focusing on secure remote access for clients using Cisco technologies
- Deployed and monitored network solutions including routers, switches, and wireless access points
- Collaborated with clients to integrate cloud services (IaaS), assisting with migrations and ensuring compliance with security standards
- Managed incident response and provided remediation for network disruptions, optimizing uptime for clients.
Server
Bracketts Crossing Country Club
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Delivered excellent customer service, enhanced problem-solving abilities, and strengthened teamwork within a high-end dining environment.
Education
Associate Degree in Computer Science -
Normandale College
Bloomington 08.2023 - 05.2025
Skills
- Network Design & Implementation
- Switches, Firewalls, Routers (Cisco, Meraki)
- SNMP, ICMP, Syslog Network Monitoring
- VPN & Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS)
- Incident Response & Remediation
- Change Control Management
- Secure Cloud Migrations
Accomplishments
- Set up and configured network infrastructure for small business clients, providing reliable and secure remote access solutions.
- Successfully deployed and managed VPN services for multiple clients, improving secure connectivity for remote workers.
- Assisted clients in troubleshooting network issues, reducing their downtime and improving overall network performance.
- Managed incident response for IT-related issues, helping clients quickly resolve disruptions and maintain business operations.
Certifications / skills
- Pursuing: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Pursuing: Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Food & Beverage Team Member
Target
10.2023 - Current
Associate Degree in Computer Science -
Normandale College
08.2023 - 05.2025
Server
Bracketts Crossing Country Club
01.2023 - 10.2023
IT Freelancer
Self-Employed
01.2021 - Current