John Richard Dorotheo
Lompoc,CA
Summary
Results-driven Network Infrastructure Engineer with over 6 years of experience in enterprise LAN/WAN environments. Expertise in Cisco routing, VLANs, OSPF, TCP/IP, VoIP, and secure connectivity. Skilled in troubleshooting outages through packet analysis and root cause identification in high-availability settings. Focused on network deployment and configuration across multi-site operations while pursuing CCNA and AWS certifications for hybrid infrastructure and cloud networking.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Infrastructure Engineer (DoD Enterprise)
United States Air Force
Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA
2025.09 - Current
- Led enterprise network infrastructure support across multi-squadron DoD communications environments, serving as primary escalation point to resolve outages and incidents, ensuring operational readiness.
- Configured, maintained, and troubleshot Cisco routing, switching, VoIP systems, and secure enclave connectivity for LAN/WAN operations, enhancing stability of classified networks.
- Executed tier 2/3 troubleshooting and root cause analysis, coordinating with cyber operations and communications teams to sustain mission continuity during critical incidents.
Network Engineer (Quality Assurance)
United States Air Force
Osan Air Base, South Korea
2024.09 - 2025.09
- Assessed network performance and configuration integrity across communications systems to maintain operational readiness for mission-critical operations
- Conducted quality assurance validation of enterprise network infrastructure against DoD technical and cybersecurity standards to ensure compliance
- Produced technical reports and corrective recommendations while coordinating with engineering and cybersecurity teams to enhance reliability and drive modernization outcomes
Network Infrastructure Technician
United States Air Force
Yokota Air Base, Japan
2021.08 - 2024.08
- Managed enterprise voice, data, and video communications systems including Cisco routing/switching, circuit provisioning, and telecommunications infrastructure
- Executed Tier 2 troubleshooting, outage response, and circuit restoration for global DoD network environments, ensuring minimal downtime and continuity of operations.
- Maintained network documentation and security compliance while coordinating with government, contractor, and mission partners to uphold system integrity and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with government contractors and mission partners to streamline processes, enhancing operational efficiency and responsiveness.
Network Engineer (Expeditionary Operations)
United States Air Force
Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia
2023.11 - 2024.04
- Designed and deployed Cisco-based network infrastructure for classified and unclassified missions in austere conditions.
- Implemented VLAN segmentation and routing configurations with Cisco Meraki solutions to enhance secure enclave connectivity.
- Executed full lifecycle deployment, ensuring seamless installation, validation, troubleshooting, and modernization support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - AWS Cloud And Network Engineering
Western Governors University (WGU)
Salt Lake City, UT2027-12
Skills
- Infrastructure design
- Cisco IOS configuration and administration
- Cisco Catalyst switching
- Cisco Meraki networking
- TCP/IP networking
- VLAN configuration
- Inter-VLAN routing
- STP optimization
- IP subnetting and addressing
- DNS and DHCP configuration
- Network troubleshooting
- Network monitoring
Certification
- CompTIA Security+
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Networking onlyWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
HybridOn-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Network Infrastructure Engineer (DoD Enterprise)
United States Air Force
2025.09 - Current
Network Engineer (Quality Assurance)
United States Air Force
2024.09 - 2025.09
Network Engineer (Expeditionary Operations)
United States Air Force
2023.11 - 2024.04
Network Infrastructure Technician
United States Air Force
2021.08 - 2024.08
Bachelor of Science - AWS Cloud And Network Engineering
Western Governors University (WGU)