Nathan Waldera
Network Engineer
Mesa,AZ
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Summary
Diversely skilled Technical Engineer with 10 years helping businesses maintain smooth operations and optimal workflow. Driven to enhance functionality through careful and economical application of technical enhancements. Talented at deriving maximum value from existing assets as well as knowing when cost-effective upgrades reach peak return on investment (ROI).
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Network Design Architect
Direct Supply Inc.
Milwaukee, WI
11.2014 - 03.2016
- Spearheaded and led major network installation and upgrade project.
- Kept up-to-date on new developments in computer and network vulnerabilities, data hiding and encryption.
- Completed remote repairs involving software solutions and hardware repairs.
- Defined security requirements for computer systems, including mainframe, workstations and personal computers.
- Analyzed and defined network requirements, optimization and support for Nurse Call projects.
- Upgraded and expanded network systems and components.
Network Engineer
Brew City IT
Milwaukee, WI
02.2012 - 10.2014
- Monitored servers and escalated emergency technical issues beyond scope to maintain optimum up-time.
- Conducted security assessments and made recommendations for disaster recovery, remote access, network appliances, servers and directory services security.
- Introduced automation of monitoring system for 24/7 network systems, bolstering continuity of operations.
- Monitored network capacity and performance, as well as diagnosed and resolved complex network problems.
Sr. Network Technician
Hill-Rom Company Inc.
Milwaukee, WI
02.2010 - 03.2012
- Monitored operational and security procedures for numerous computers in network, related systems administration and maintenance protocols.
- Installed equipment for data communications networks including cabling, wireless routers and telephone systems.
- Oversaw and managed operational and security requirements for numerous computers in network, related systems administration and regular maintenance.
- Configured and maintained network backup and recovery procedures.
- Worked with outside vendors for fiber installations and service.
- Supported users both local and by phone with problem resolution and education.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Badger State Industries
Waupun, WI
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Performed standard inspection of first article, first pallet and random sampling inspection to customer standards.
- Inspected, verified and documented quantifiable characteristics of finished goods, comparing against customer specifications and company quality standards to achieve acceptable product.
- Halted production line in case of major non-compliance of specifications, standards or quality discovered during inspection process.
- Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Network Security
09.2006 - 03.2009
- Graduated Top of Class and was the Graduation Speaker
- Awarded Lamp of Knowledge for top program graduate
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa
- Member of National Technical Honor Society
- Graduated with 4.0 GPA
- Dean's List semesters1 and 2 of 2007 and 2008
Work Availability
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Skills
Project Management
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist - Badger State Industries
01.2019 - 11.2020
Sr. Network Design Architect - Direct Supply Inc.
11.2014 - 03.2016
Network Engineer - Brew City IT
02.2012 - 10.2014
Sr. Network Technician - Hill-Rom Company Inc.
02.2010 - 03.2012
MATC - Associate of Applied Science, Network Security
09.2006 - 03.2009
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