Robin Sanders
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dynamic Network Manager with a proven track record at City National Bank, enhancing network security and reliability through innovative IT infrastructure management and effective team building. Skilled in Network Troubleshooting and fostering cross-functional collaboration, I've significantly reduced downtime and optimized system performance, ensuring robust, scalable network solutions.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Manager
City National Bank
Los Angeles, CA
01.2018 - Current
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans to safeguard critical data and minimize operational disruptions.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance, regular updates, and prompt resolution of technical issues.
- Increased network reliability by conducting regular audits, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending corrective actions.
- Implemented virtualization technologies to reduce hardware costs while maintaining high-performance computing capabilities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and applications.
- Enhanced network security through the deployment of robust firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access control measures.
- Secured and connected private networks at multiple sites across interstate corporate WAN.
- Identified departmental needs and made suggestions regarding technical direction.
- Improved network performance by implementing advanced monitoring tools and troubleshooting techniques.
- Established clear communication channels within the team to improve overall collaboration on projects.
- Assisted in the planning of data center migrations to accommodate rapid business expansion without disrupting services.
- Optimized network infrastructure by designing and implementing scalable solutions to support business growth.
- Delivered cost savings by negotiating contracts for telecommunications services and hardware purchases.
- Provided ongoing training sessions for staff members on securing their devices against potential network threats, resulting in heightened organizational security.
- Managed vendor relationships for procurement, installation, and support of networking equipment and services.
- Coordinated with other IT departments to ensure efficient allocation of resources for optimal network performance.
- Identified timeslots for preventive maintenance by examining work schedules and reducing service disruptions for network users.
- Maintained prescribed network software configurations to support consistent and reliable infrastructure performance levels.
- Installed monitoring tools, defining alarm conditions to illicit automated and human responses to faults and attempted intrusions.
- Drafted network configuration backup process policies to support disaster recovery.
- Responded to network outages and issues related to circuits, websites, vendors and telecoms.
- Managed aspects of network operations center (NOC) operations.
- Held change management meetings to inform impacted staff of forthcoming network downtimes and alterations.
- Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
- Developed and documented network policies, procedures and standards.
- Researched and recommended new technologies and strategies for improving system performance.
- Identified and resolved network congestion issues and bottlenecks.
- Maximized system availability through development and testing of contingency plans.
Network Engineer
City National Bank
Los Angeles, CA
01.2000 - 01.2018
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.
- Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
- Troubleshot complex multi-vendor network service provider issues.
- Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.
- Evaluated emerging networking technologies to identify infrastructure improvement opportunities.
- Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.
- Boosted system availability by conducting regular maintenance tasks, including firmware updates and hardware replacements.
- Trained junior engineers on industry best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment that prioritized knowledge sharing.
- Designed and deployed scalable network infrastructure for increased efficiency and reliability.
- Created VPN infrastructure and allowed for secure remote connections.
- Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools.
- Increased overall network stability by performing root cause analysis on recurring issues and implementing long-term solutions.
- Designed resilient networks to withstand unexpected events and expedite recovery.
- Optimized routing protocols to improve data transfer speeds across the organization''s network infrastructure.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for network design, configuration standards, and operational procedures.
- Streamlined network management with automated monitoring tools.
- Improved network performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, optimizing configurations, and implementing best practices.
- Implemented WAN and LAN designs in multi-datacenter configurations.
- Installed, supported and maintained company hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
- Diagnosed network problems involving combination of hardware, software, power and communications issues.
- Analyzed, troubleshot and enhanced network performance to drive efficiency.
- Collaborated with teams in disaster planning, network backup and recovery process monitoring.
- Oversaw network performance, making changes to boost overall efficiency and power.
- Acquired and maintained advanced knowledge of networking protocols.
- Collaborated with engineering to report issues, manage project deliverables and provide status reports.
- Developed network test and validation processes to maintain alignment with solution design.
- Provided security incident triage and response.
- Planned implementation of network enhancements and upgrades.
- Analyzed and produced recommendations on continuous network improvements.
- Prioritized simultaneous projects to perform effectively under shifting deadlines in fast-paced environment.
- Checked rigorous application of information security policies, principles and practices for continuous delivery of network services.
Network Engineer
IndyMac Bank
Pasadena, CA
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
- Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.
- Trained junior engineers on industry best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment that prioritized knowledge sharing.
- Maintained company servers, computers, printers, cables and other equipment.
Network Engineer
Home Savings of America
Irwindale, Ca
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
- Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.
- Diagnosed network problems involving combination of hardware, software, power and communications issues.
Education
Network Training:
Skills
- Network Troubleshooting
- IT Infrastructure Management
- Network Access Control
- Network Security Management
- Wireless Networking
- Data Center Operations
- Network architecture design
- Incident Response Planning
- ITIL Framework Understanding
- Capacity Planning
- Software-Defined Networking
- Wide Area Network
- Problem Resolution
- Team building
Timeline
Network Manager
City National Bank
01.2018 - Current
Network Engineer
City National Bank
01.2000 - 01.2018
Network Engineer
IndyMac Bank
01.1999 - 01.2000
Network Engineer
Home Savings of America
01.1994 - 01.1999
Network Training: