Lauhis Nzuwo
Laurel,MD
Summary
Network professional with track record of ensuring reliable and secure network operations. Possesses deep technical knowledge and proactive approach to problem-solving. Known for effective collaboration in team settings and adaptability to evolving technological needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Administrator
District Healthcare Services
Washington, DC
07.2021 - Current
- Used Cisco DNA Center and Ansible to configure, implement and administer LAN and WAN compone
- Configured layer 3 and 2 protocols to facilitate communication between network components.
- Used SSH to access swicthes for proper configuration of protocols such as STP, OSPF, TCP, UDP and Etherchannel protocols.
- Oversaw VPNs to deliver secure virtual network access to remote users, especially for remote workers.
- Used ticketing system like Service Now to label tasks and address them as soon as possible.
- Used Microsoft Visio to maintain documentation on configurations and maintenance using component labeling and technical diagrams.
- Used CIsco Secure IP as an intrusion prevention system to avoid prevent denial of service attacks
- Uploaded, configured and managed antivirus detection software and email applications.
- Used microsoft Active Directory to manage employee access, security roles and permissions.
- Used the OSI model format to perform routine troubleshooting and network monitoring.
- Provided troubleshooting and testing to support network.
- Strengthened networks and infrastructure during outage windows to prevent downtime for essential services.
- Implemented network security measures to minimize data loss by working and smooth migration to cloud infrastructures.
- Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
- Used Wireshark and Solarwinds to analyze network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.
Network Engineer
Direct Line Communications
Ashburn, VA
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Used Cisco DNA Center and Ansible to design and implemented network configurations to enhance system performance and reliability.
- Used Netflow and Solarwinds to monitored network traffic to identify issues and optimize bandwidth usage effectively.
- Used the OSI model approach to troubleshot complex network problems, ensuring minimal downtime for users across multiple sites.
- Led projects to upgrade infrastructure, improving overall operational efficiency and user satisfaction by at least 20 percent.
- used Cisco VPN Solutions and OpenVPN to create VPN infrastructure and allowed for secure remote connections.
- Used AWS services to design and deploy scalable network infrastructure for increased efficiency and reliability.
- Enhanced security by implementing firewalls, VPNs, and access control systems.
- Used Microsoft Visio and Lucidchart to develop comprehensive documentation for network design, configuration standards, and operational procedures.
- Implemented WAN and LAN designs in multi-datacenter configurations.
- Improved network performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, optimizing configurations, and implementing best practices.
- Installed, supported and maintained company hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
- Collaborated with teams in disaster planning, network backup and recovery process monitoring.
- Led meetings with departmental managers to review project status, propose changes and draft action plans.
- Increased overall network stability by performing root cause analysis on recurring issues and implementing long-term solutions.
- Developed and wrote recommendations for departmental policies, procedures, technical standards and guidelines.
- Supported data center power and cooling infrastructure and consistently applied critical facility operational best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
University of Maryland
Adelphi, MD05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD07-2021
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Refined Verbal and Written Communication
- Network troubleshooting
- CCNA Certified
- System administration
- IP addressing
- Data center management
- Security Certified
- Photographic Memory
- Linux expert
- Network Security Management
- Expert in Monitoring tools such as, Wireshark, SolarWinds, and Nmap, Netflow
Timeline
Network Administrator
District Healthcare Services
07.2021 - Current
Network Engineer
Direct Line Communications
01.2020 - 06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security
Montgomery College
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
University of Maryland