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Matthew Armstrong

Matthew Armstrong

Senior Network Administrator
Appleton,WI

Summary

A highly skilled Network Administrator with over 20 years of experience in managing, designing, and implementing network infrastructures. Proficient in configuring and supporting Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points. Strong experience in IP address management, subnetting, DHCP scope configuration and maintenance, and packet analysis. Skilled in configuring and troubleshooting FortiGate, Checkpoint, Juniper, and FWSM firewalls and IPS devices. Well-versed in provisioning and troubleshooting of various network technologies, including Frame Relay, MPLS, ATM, DSL, Cable, and satellite. Proficient in configuring and troubleshooting VPN and QoS, and experienced in OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP routing protocols.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Network Administrator

Bellin Health
Green Bay, WI
08.2012 - Current
  • Successfully proposed and helped implement SolarWinds for monitoring, alerting, router and switch configuration backup, and baseline, resulting in improved network performance and increased reliability.
  • Worked collaboratively on a team to boost employee morale through effective communication and team building initiatives, resulting in increased job satisfaction and productivity.
  • Designed and implemented connectivity for a mobile mammography unit, resulting in improved patient care and increased revenue for the organization.
  • Participated in a Data Center migration, successfully transitioning critical infrastructure with minimal downtime and disruption to operations.
  • Implemented Maraki VPN for smaller clinics and WFH employees, resulting in increased accessibility and flexibility for employees.
  • Replaced Cisco ASA Anyconnect, improving security and reducing vulnerability risks.
  • Implemented NetFlow collectors, allowing for more accurate network analysis and troubleshooting.
  • Led the development of a Change Management process, resulting in streamlined procedures and increased efficiency.
  • Managed and maintained firewall infrastructure, ensuring network security and reliability.
  • Helped better define team roles and responsibilities, resulting in increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Replaced Microsoft NPS with Cisco ISE for device administration authentication, improving security and reducing vulnerability risks.
  • Implemented redundant Internet connectivity, ensuring network availability and reducing downtime.
  • Actively participating in ongoing cybersecurity vulnerability sprint projects, identifying and addressing potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Actively participated in estimation meetings, offering estimates of Networking resources needed for organizational projects, contributing to successful project planning and execution.
  • Managed network-related projects from concept to implementation.
  • Planned and executed selection, installation, configuration and testing of equipment.
  • Monitored network performance, availability, utilization, throughput, goodput and latency.
  • Performed routine troubleshooting and network monitoring.
  • Supervised configuration of local area network, wide area network and corporate Internet system.
  • Worked independently while coordinating project work and support functions with other team members.
  • Handled network configurations after hours and on weekends to alleviate downtime and maintain smooth operations.

Network Operations Technician

Koch Business Solutions
Green Bay, WI
09.1998 - 08.2012
  • Configured and supported Cisco routers, switches, and wireless access points, ensuring reliable network performance.
  • Managed IP address management and subnetting, resulting in optimized network performance and reduced downtime.
  • Configured and maintained DHCP scopes, providing reliable network connectivity for users.
  • Configured and troubleshooted Checkpoint, Juniper, and FWSM firewalls and IPS devices, ensuring network security and reliability.
  • Analyzed packets to diagnose network issues and identify potential vulnerabilities.
  • Configured SolarWinds NPM for monitoring and troubleshooting network performance issues.
  • Provisioned and troubleshooted various network technologies, including Frame Relay, MPLS, ATM, DSL, Cable, and satellite, ensuring network reliability and performance.
  • Troubleshot and configured VPN, providing secure remote access for users.
  • Troubleshot and configured QoS, ensuring reliable network performance and reducing latency.
  • Experienced in OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP routing protocols, ensuring efficient and effective routing.
  • Configured and troubleshooted wireless connectivity, ensuring reliable wireless access for users.
  • Resolved routing, wireless and other network-related issues.

Education

Diploma For Computer Electronic Engineer - Information Technology

Dover Business College - Clifton, Clifton, NJ
05.1997
  • Honor Roll May 1997
  • 3.83 GPA

Skills

  • Network Security Management
  • Disaster Recovery Procedures
  • System Upgrades
  • Network Repairs and Maintenance
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization
  • Security Needs Assessment
  • Problem-Solving
  • Network Security
  • Hardware Installation
  • Productivity Improvement
  • LAN and WAN Administration
  • Quick Learner
  • Decision Making
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Project Management
  • Router Installation and Optimization
  • Firewall Management
  • IP Addressing and Subnetting
  • Self Motivation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Packet Loss Testing
  • Network Firewall Management
  • EIGRP Routing
  • SNMP Monitoring
  • Diagnostic Tools
  • Local Area Network (LAN)
  • Networking Systems Integration
  • Wireless Access Point
  • Virtual Local Area Networks
  • Network Device Monitoring
  • Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
  • Wide Area Network (WAN)
  • Monitoring Tools
  • Installing New Hardware
  • Critical Thinking and Analysis
  • VPN Configurations
  • Switches and Routers
  • Detailed Documentation
  • CISCO Installations
  • Wireless Technology
  • New Technology Integration
  • Cisco Routers and Switches

Timeline

Senior Network Administrator - Bellin Health
08.2012 - Current
Network Operations Technician - Koch Business Solutions
09.1998 - 08.2012
Dover Business College - Clifton - Diploma For Computer Electronic Engineer, Information Technology

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