Justin Drahota
Network Engineer
Hickman,NE
Summary
Senior IT Network Engineer with 25+ years of proven professional/technical experience in the Telecommunications and Information Systems Industry. Senior Level management in information technology/telecommunications including leadership and supervision, identifying business needs assessments, network infrastructure development and implementation, software/hardware solutions, budget preparations, and project management and engineering.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Senior Engineering Specialist
Lincoln Transportation And Utilities
2017.03 - Current
- Successfully led the design and implementation of LTU's managed traffic network across the City of Lincoln via Lincoln's Green Light Lincoln Project.
- Led the specification and bidding process for the acquisition of 450+ layer 2 & 3 network switches, and the installation across Lincoln's vast traffic network.
- Led a team of employees/contractors in the design and installation of Lincoln's traffic network fiber optic system, connecting 450+ traffic intersections and various city buildings.
- Developed comprehensive documentation of LTU network, processes, best practices, and implemented network monitoring through SolarWinds software.
- Managed various projects, including the transitioning, configuration, and maintenance of an ISP/Circuit provider at each intersection location.
- Evaluated vendor proposals during procurement processes, selecting partners that aligned with project requirements and budget constraints
Senior IT Infrastructure Support Analyst
State of Nebraska
2008.02 - 2017.03
- Senior Network Analyst responsible for performing expert/advanced level design, configuration, installation, and management of statewide network services for corrections environment.
- Provided hardware/software and network support, system administration, research and development, procurement, and training/mentoring other IT staff.
- Responsible for establishing/maintaining network security, IT policy and planning, disaster recovery, research and development of client solutions, procurement, training, assists/supports in preparing agency's IT plan/budget.
- Created strong business relationships with multiple facility departments within Corrections, as well as selecting and monitoring IT contractors and performing acquisition duties.
- Designed/built/upgraded 20+ new Telecommunications Rooms and associated infrastructure throughout the department.
- Managed several successful infrastructure upgrade and installation projects while providing IT system life-cycle management solutions.
Telecommunications Technician
Bryan Health
2003.01 - 2008.02
- Served as the Bryan Health Telecommunications liaison to large engineering and construction firm in the design, development, and installation of new information systems infrastructure for $20+ million renovation and expansion project.
- Successfully provided leadership and supervision of an infrastructure installation team through the completion of a 5 year expansion project.
- Monitored and supported several infrastructure installation contractors.
- Responsible for engineering and installing medical center telecommunications solutions.
- Designed/Installed copper and fiber optic cabling infrastructure campus wide.
- Installed, maintained, and managed PBX system components.
Transmissions Systems Team Chief
U.S. Army
1995.05 - 1999.05
- Team Chief responsible for the leadership, development, and safety of a 5 person team of multichannel transmissions systems operators.
- Installed, operated, and maintained various types of satellite, RF and microwave communications equipment.
- Provided excellent Telecommunications support for battalion and brigade level infantry units.
- Participated in and was instrumental in the success of several large scale military exercises.
- Earned various awards, service medals, and ribbons for outstanding duty, professionalism, and leadership.
Education
A.A.S. Microcomputer Technology, Networking - Computer Networking
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NE 2004.01 - 2008.01
Skills
Network Engineering
Switches
Routers
Wireless Design
Radios, CCTV, IP addressable equipment
Fiber Optics
Telephony (voice/data)
Telecommunications distribution methods
Ability to develop strong business relationships
Excellent written and verbal skills
Ability to develop and lead projects to timely and successful completion
Excellent customer service skillsTeam Leadership
Project Research
Requests For Proposal RFPs
Management skills
Certification
Extreme Networks
Timeline
Senior Engineering Specialist
Lincoln Transportation And Utilities
2017.03 - Current
Senior IT Infrastructure Support Analyst
State of Nebraska
2008.02 - 2017.03
A.A.S. Microcomputer Technology, Networking - Computer Networking
Southeast Community College
2004.01 - 2008.01
Telecommunications Technician
Bryan Health
2003.01 - 2008.02
Transmissions Systems Team Chief
U.S. Army
1995.05 - 1999.05