Solomon ANKRAH
GA
Summary
A results-oriented Network Engineer with years of experience in building, developing, and managing complex network systems. Proven track record of boosting network performance, enhancing security, and driving operational efficiency. Skilled in network design and architecture, troubleshooting, Routing and Switching Protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, EtherChannel), Network Security (Firewalls, VPNs), and LAN/WAN Infrastructure. Strong leadership skills and experience working with cross-functional teams to produce results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Engineer
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
06.2021 - Current
- Provide support for end user connectivity, network access, network security and problem troubleshooting to allow the corporate office to operate efficiently
- Design, implement, and manage enterprise-level network architectures, including LAN, WAN, and data center networks
- Configure and troubleshoot TCP/IP and networking protocols that include OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VOIP, MPLS, Network Segmentation
- Configure and maintain network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators
- Configure and manage firewalls, utilizing IPS and IDS detections, as well as URL filtering to enhance network security
- Ensure firewalls are configured to meet company security policies, performing weekly security scans to secure external public blocks
- Implement network segmentation strategies to enhance security and optimize traffic flow, resulting in improved network performance and reduced risk
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop network strategies aligned with business objectives and industry best practices
- Design and deploy scalable network infrastructure for increased efficiency and reliability
- Reduce downtime with proactive monitoring of network devices and rapid troubleshooting
- Responsible for creating and maintaining all technical procedure documentation and IP address book.
Network Engineer
Love World USA
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Supported end users of the network with day-to-day operations, troubleshooting as well as individual connectivity issues
- Extensive experience implementing and troubleshooting highly available firewall clusters
- Professional level understanding of IPsec VPNs as well as real world implementation and troubleshooting experience
- Responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of client network
- Troubleshooting and resolving network connectivity issues
- Troubleshooting VOIP Cisco phones connectivity issues
- Managed network performance using SolarWinds Monitoring tool
- Managed IP address book and documentation.
Network Technician
P&G South Boston
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Assisted in design and implementation of campus-wide network infrastructure, enabling seamless connectivity for thousands of users
- Configured and maintained network devices, including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points
- Monitored network performance, identified and resolved issues promptly to minimize downtime and optimize network efficiency
- Implemented network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems (IDS), to safeguard against threats
- Assigned Static IP to computers and Vendor devices
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement network upgrades and new technologies
- Performed Cisco ISO upgrade on Routers and switches.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Ghana
Accra, GH07.2007
Skills
- Routing and Switching Protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS)
- Network Security (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs)
- LAN/WAN Infrastructure
- Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting (Solar winds)
- Network Troubleshooting
- Firewall Administration
- Analytical Skills
- Team Leadership and Mentoring
- Excellent Communication and Collaboration
- Preventive Maintenance
- Network configuration
- Routers Cisco-800,2800,2900,4300,4400, ISR1000, ASR 1001
- Switches – Cisco 6800,6500,4500,3850,3750,3560,3550, 9k,7k,3k nexus switches
- Wireless - WLC 9800, 8500, APs-3800, 3700, 3600, 3500, 8021x, Aruba MM, Controllers, Clear Pass, Radius Authentication, WLAN Design experience
- Strong understanding of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, Static Routing, DHCP, DNS, VlAN, HSRP, VRRP, VTP, LAN/WAN network design, TCP/IP, wireless networking and network problem resolution
- Firewall experience deployment, administering, configuration, Policies and Firewall hardening
Certification
- CCNA-Cisco Certified Network Engineer
- FORTINET NSE 1-4
- MICROSOFT IT CERTIFIED TROUBLESHOOTING
- NETSEC CERTIFIED IT PROFESSIONAL
Timeline
Network Engineer
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
06.2021 - Current
Network Engineer
Love World USA
03.2017 - 06.2021
Network Technician
P&G South Boston
04.2014 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Ghana