MOSES ATTA-ARKO
South Amboy,NJ
Summary
Network Engineer with progressive experience supporting enterprise and service-provider LAN/WAN environments, including network installation, configuration, monitoring, maintenance, and deployment. Skilled in routing, switching, network security, wireless, and monitoring technologies, delivering high-availability and secure network infrastructures. Known for strong troubleshooting capabilities and a focus on performance optimization and operational stability.
Network engineering professional with proven ability to enhance system performance and ensure network reliability. Known for effective problem-solving strategies and proactive system maintenance. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving technical needs, leveraging deep knowledge in network architecture and security protocols.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Engineer
US Foods
02.2022 - Current
- Installed, configured, and supported network equipment including routers, switches, and wireless access points in production environments
- Resolved Level II network and IT service issues through advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
- Supported stable 24×7×365 production environments by participating in on-call rotations and after-hours incident response
- Maintained centralized and accurate documentation of IT infrastructure, configurations, and network topology
- Engaged and coordinated with external vendors and service providers to resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues
- Improved service reliability by following standard change, incident, and escalation procedures
- Developed documentation for network configurations and standard operating procedures for future reference.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Enhanced security by implementing firewalls, VPNs, and access control systems.
- Configured and managed Silver Peak Edge Connect SD-WAN, enhancing network security and reducing latency by 30% for cloud-based applications
Junior Network Engineer
US Foods
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted in administering and supporting LAN and WAN network environments to ensure reliable daily operations
- Helped install, configure, and support network equipment including routers, Cisco Catalyst switches (3850, 9200, 9300), and wireless access points
- Supported switch stacking, basic configurations, and hardware replacements under senior engineer guidance
- Performed rack-and-stack activities including cabling, labeling, and initial device setup
IT Technician
Blue Apron
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Maintained office PCs, network connectivity, and mobile devices to support daily business operations
- Monitored systems during operation and quickly identified and troubleshot hardware, software, and connectivity issues
- Set up and supported PCs, projectors, microphones, and conferencing equipment for video conferencing rooms and meetings
- Responded to end-user support requests and guided users through basic troubleshooting in a clear and professional manner
- Improved user experience by providing timely, patient, and effective technical support
- Escalated complex technical issues to senior IT staff while ensuring proper documentation and follow-up
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering
Union County College
Cranford, NJ05-2019
Skills
- Advanced Layer 3 routing expertise using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, including Static and Default Routing
- Experience operating within MPLS-based WAN architectures /IPsec site-to-site VPN for enterprise inter-site connectivity
- Cisco Catalyst: 9300, 9200, 6500, 4900, 4500, 3850, 3750, 3650, 3560, and 2960
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Routers: 4400, 4300, 3700, 2900, and 2800 series
- Advanced packet-level troubleshooting and root-cause analysis using Wireshark
- Implementation of high-availability and redundancy protocols such as HSRP, VRRP, and GLBP
- Strong experience with Layer 2 switching technologies including VLANs, VLAN Trunking, VTP, STP, and EtherChannel in large-scale enterprise networks
- Cisco Nexus: 7000 and 5000 series (core and aggregation layers)
- Proactive monitoring, performance trending, and fault management using SolarWinds, Spectrum, and NetQoS
- Incident, change, and problem management using Remedy ticketing system
- Network Troubleshooting Abilities
- Firewall technology expertise
Accomplishments
- Played a key role in incident, change, and problem management processes using Remedy, ensuring adherence to SLA and ITIL practices
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (security, systems, applications, vendors) to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant network solution
- Supported 24×7 data center operations, including scheduled maintenance windows, emergency troubleshooting, and post-incident root-cause analysis
Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Engineer (CCNA) - Active
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)- Pending
- CompTIA Network +
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$95000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Network Engineer
US Foods
02.2022 - Current
Junior Network Engineer
US Foods
02.2021 - 01.2022
IT Technician
Blue Apron
06.2019 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Engineering
Union County College