Richard Moisan Jr.
Ashby,MA
Summary
Senior Network Engineer with extensive experience in designing and modernizing enterprise network and cloud infrastructures. Expertise in managing firewalls, implementing SD-WAN and SASE solutions, and overseeing disaster recovery initiatives. Strong focus on mentoring teams and enhancing operational standards to ensure secure and efficient network environments.
Overview
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Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Network Engineer
Cianbro Corporation
12.2021 - 06.2026
- Managed enterprise firewalls companywide across Cisco, Fortinet, and Cato Networks platforms.
- Patched all network and server environments.
- Managed the on-site server environment (VMware and Dell PowerEdge).
- Managed all cloud servers (Azure, Oracle cloud).
- Managed company switching, routing, Cisco Nexus data center switches, DNS, certificates, and Cloudflare services.
- Configured Azure firewall, networking and server infrastructure in preparation to move from on-premise to cloud.
- Set up Azure Network, load balancers, firewall for move into Azure.
- Responsible for managing all cloud servers (Azure, Oracle cloud).
- Established disaster recovery as a service (DRaaS) with Assured Data Protection to enhance data security.
- Maintained network monitoring platforms including SolarWinds and Auvik and kept servers and network equipment on current firmware.
- Managed switching, routing, Cisco Nexus data center switches, DNS, certificates, and Cloudflare services to maintain optimal network performance.
- Configured and managed CrowdStrike, CyberArk, Kaseya, Cisco Umbrella, and VMware infrastructure.
- Led companywide migration from Cisco CUCM and Avaya to Microsoft Teams Phone.
- Kept the network and server environment on CMMC supported firmware.
- Led electronic fax project to replace analog fax lines with a modern digital fax solution.
- Moved disaster recovery from an on-premises site to a disaster recovery as a service model.
- Setup DRaAS with Assured Data Protection.
- Decommissioned end-of-life VxBlock infrastructure and installed/configured Dell VxRail replacement environment.
- Transitioned disaster recovery operations from an on-premises site to a cloud-based DRaaS model for improved reliability.
- Built run book for Disaster recovery.
- Contributed to disaster recovery plan creation, updates, and infrastructure standards while supporting IT budget planning.
- Replaced Dell switching infrastructure with Cisco switches and installed Cisco Catalyst Center, formerly DNA Center.
- Assisted IT team in CMMC level 2 certification.
- Mentored team members, trained staff on telephony systems, and supported Power BI connectivity through Azure.
Network Administrator
Sterilite
09.2009 - 12.2021
- Administered Exchange, file servers, Cisco routers and switches, wireless infrastructure, F5 VPN, and redundant WAN links across seven U.S. facilities.
- Managed VMware environments to support data center operations and enhance disaster recovery capabilities.
- Installed, configured, and maintained Cisco VoIP, Cisco Unified Communications, Cisco Unified Border Element, and auto attendant call flows.
- Migrated Cisco Unified Communications systems into Cisco UCS and VMware environments.
- Installed Cisco Nexus 5020 FCoE switches, Nexus 9396 data center switches, Cisco UCS, and SolidFire SSD SAN infrastructure to modernize data center capabilities.
- Configured BGP and load balancing on redundant circuits to optimize voice and data traffic.
- Replaced Cisco ASA with FortiGate next-generation firewalls and deployed FortiSandbox and FortiMail for security and spam control.
- Implemented Riverbed WAN acceleration and network monitoring tools.
- Transitioned fax services to RightFax and upgraded Cisco Unity to Unity Connection.
Server Administrator
IDG
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Administered Exchange, Enterprise Vault, Cisco ASA/PIX firewalls, Cisco routing and switching, Linux Sendmail, monitoring tools, backups, and disaster recovery.
- Administered Exchange, Enterprise Vault, Cisco ASA/PIX firewalls, Cisco routing and switching, Linux Sendmail, monitoring tools, backups, and disaster recovery, ensuring system reliability and security.
- Oversaw Aruba wifi network management, ensuring optimal performance and connectivity.
- Supported server relocation and VMware physical-to-virtual migrations, enhancing server performance and reliability across EMC SAN, Windows Server, and Fedora environments.
Manager of Network Operations / Senior Network Administrator
Anderson Power Products
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Oversaw global network operations, coordinated help desk staff, maintained vendor relationships, managed department budget, and led hiring, training, and policy development efforts.
- Migrated Exchange platforms, implemented high-availability email systems, managed VPNs, coordinated disaster recovery, oversaw backups, antivirus solutions, WSUS, Terminal Services, Active Directory, Group Policy, and configured Cisco firewalls, routers, switches, and Mitel phone systems.
- Led operational strategies to enhance production efficiency at Anderson Power Products.
- Managed team performance and facilitated training for new staff members.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain optimal stock levels.
Network Administrator / Senior Network Administrator
Web Dialogs, TAC Worldwide, FDIC
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Managed enterprise LAN/WAN environments, Exchange, SMS Server, backups, firewalls, VPN, DHCP, Windows server upgrades, and data center relocation, providing second/third-tier support.
Technical Lead / Lab Manager / Senior Systems Engineer
Stream International
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Provided HP OpenView technical support, supervised support engineers, trained new staff, created technical documentation, and resolved complex customer issues to enhance service delivery.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement new technical solutions.
- Managed software development lifecycle and ensured best practices.
- Coordinated project timelines and resource allocation for multiple initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business - Management
University of Phoenix
01-2006
Certificate - Windows NT Deployment and Implementation
Boston University
Skills
- Cisco routers and switches
- Cisco Nexus
- Meraki
- Fortinet/FortiGate
- Cato Networks
- Cisco Umbrella
- Cloudflare
- TCP/IP
- BGP
- DNS
- DHCP
- VPN
- SD-WAN
- SASE
- Wireshark
- Azure
- Oracle OCI
- Microsoft 365
- Windows Server
- Active Directory
- VMware
- Cisco UCS
- Dell VxRail
- Commvault
- Rubrik
- DRaaS
- Microsoft Teams Phone
- Cisco Unified Communications
- Avaya
- Mitel
- CUBE
- Telephony solutions
- Session border controllers
- Automated call distribution
- Telephony routing systems
- Digital communication tools
- CrowdStrike
- Arctic Wolf
- CyberArk
- Kaseya
- Mimecast
- Riverbed
- Cisco Catalyst Center
- Network troubleshooting
- Network monitoring
- Cloud infrastructure
- Firewall management
- Disaster recovery
- VoIP technologies
- Vendor management
- IT budgeting
- Infrastructure planning
- Technical mentoring
- Effective communication
- DNS administration
- Cloud integration
- Cloud infrastructure
- VoIP technologies
- WAN optimization
- Network performance optimization
- Network capacity planning
- SD-WAN deployment
- Capacity planning
- Architecture design
- Security implementation
- VoIP system integration
- Wireless infrastructure planning
- VoIP deployment
- Software networking
- Load balancing
- Switching technologies
- Internet protocol suite (TCP/IP)
- Routing protocols
- LAN management
- Data center
- Cloud networking
- Wireless networking
- Network security protocols
- Change management
- Cisco switching expertise
- Cisco switching
- IP addressing
Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Professional
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
- HP Openview Certified Consultant
Technology Focus
- AI and automation
- Edge computing
- 5G
- Unified communications
- Data center modernization
- Cloud networking
- Cybersecurity
- Infrastructure resiliency
Technical Skills
Cisco routers and switches, Cisco Nexus, ACI, Meraki, Fortinet/FortiGate, Cato Networks, Cisco Umbrella, Cloudflare, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, BGP, firewalls, VPN, SD-WAN, SASE, Wireshark, Azure, Oracle OCI, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware, Cisco UCS, Dell VxRail, Commvault, Rubrik, DRaaS, Microsoft Teams Phone, Cisco Unified Communications, Avaya, Mitel, CUBE, IVR, call queues, electronic fax solutions, SolarWinds, Auvik, CrowdStrike, Arctic Wolf, CyberArk, Kaseya, Mimecast, Riverbed, Cisco Catalyst Center
Timeline
Senior Network Engineer
Cianbro Corporation
12.2021 - 06.2026
Network Administrator
Sterilite
09.2009 - 12.2021
Server Administrator
IDG
01.2007 - 01.2009
Manager of Network Operations / Senior Network Administrator
Anderson Power Products
01.2001 - 01.2007
Network Administrator / Senior Network Administrator
Web Dialogs, TAC Worldwide, FDIC
01.2000 - 01.2001
Technical Lead / Lab Manager / Senior Systems Engineer
Stream International
01.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Business - Management
University of Phoenix
Certificate - Windows NT Deployment and Implementation
Boston University