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Khodor Dakrouni

Troy,MI

Summary

Accomplished network engineer and project manager with expertise in Cisco IOS/XR and team leadership. At General Motors, optimized network infrastructure, reducing costs by 75%. Skilled in aligning technical solutions with business goals, mentoring teams, and enhancing security protocols. Proficient in network monitoring and process improvement, driving operational efficiency and innovation.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor

Oaklnad Community College
01.2018 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging curriculum for diverse student populations.
  • Facilitated interactive discussions to promote critical thinking and student participation.
  • Utilized technology tools to enhance learning experiences and streamline course management.
  • Mentored students through academic challenges, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Senior Network Engineer

General Motors, GM
09.2016 - 06.2025
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align network solutions with business objectives and project timelines.
  • Evaluated and integrated new technologies to optimize existing infrastructure and improve operational efficiency.
  • Monitored network activities to quickly detect and resolve operational and security issues.
  • Led planning and technical design activities for routine operations and special projects.
  • Standardized processes and procedures for network maintenance and configuration changes, reducing errors and streamlining operations.
  • Deployed cloud-based network infrastructure, reducing on-site storage and hardware maintenance costs by 75%.

SME Team Leader

Bank of America
08.2014 - 09.2016
  • Led troubleshooting efforts for complex network issues, reducing downtime through strategic problem resolution.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing training on advanced networking protocols and best practices.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for network configurations, ensuring clarity and consistency for future reference.
  • Conducted regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and implement necessary safeguards against threats.
  • Managed vendor relationships to negotiate contracts and ensure timely delivery of networking equipment and services.
  • Managed purchasing and installation of networking equipment such as core routers and switches.
  • Recommended network security standards and upgrades to management.
  • Installed and configured network security solutions such as VPNs, Firewalls and intrusion detections and mitigation tools.
  • Reduced downtime for essential systems by proactively identifying and resolving network issues.
  • Architected high-availability networks incorporating redundancy at all levels for seamless failover during outages or maintenance events.
  • Designed scalable WAN architectures to accommodate growing bandwidth requirements while minimizing costs.

Network Engineer

HP Enterprise Services
02.2009 - 08.2014
  • Documented network configurations, changes, and maintenance procedures for future reference.
  • Participated in resolving connectivity issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques.
  • Gained proficiency in using network monitoring tools to identify potential issues proactively.
  • Engaged in training sessions to enhance understanding of network protocols and security standards.
  • Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
  • Evaluated emerging networking technologies to identify infrastructure improvement opportunities.
  • Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.
  • Trained junior engineers on industry best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment that prioritized knowledge sharing.
  • Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools.

Project Manager

HP Enterprise Services
06.2007 - 01.2009
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies for multiple initiatives.
  • Implemented risk management processes to identify and mitigate potential project issues.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.

Education

Information Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY
08-1999

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA
11-1990

Skills

    Network Infrastructure Cisco IOS/XR, BGP, MPLS, EIGRP, ISIS, OSPF
    Security & Encryption IPSEC, ASR-1002X, Network Security, Firewalls
    Network Monitoring NNMi, HPOM, Cisco PRIME, Prognosis, SolarWinds
    Project Management Network Deployments, Infrastructure Upgrades
    Leadership & Training Team Leadership, Technical Training, Process Improvement

Languages

Arabic
Full Professional

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Oaklnad Community College
01.2018 - Current

Senior Network Engineer

General Motors, GM
09.2016 - 06.2025

SME Team Leader

Bank of America
08.2014 - 09.2016

Network Engineer

HP Enterprise Services
02.2009 - 08.2014

Project Manager

HP Enterprise Services
06.2007 - 01.2009

Information Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Louisiana Tech University

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