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Yaima Izquierdo

Hialeah,FL

Summary

Experienced Network Engineer with a comprehensive background in designing, implementing, and managing advanced network solutions for enterprise-level organizations. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting, optimizing network performance, and ensuring high levels of security. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and successfully deliver projects on time and within budget. Adaptable to evolving technologies, with a focus on achieving organizational objectives efficiently.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Administrator

East Florida Hauling
Miami, FL
11.2023 - Current
  • Manage and maintain LAN infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
  • Configure, install, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
  • Configured and managed Cisco Catalyst 2960 and 3750 Series Switches for VLAN segmentation, trunking, port security, and Layer 2/3 configurations in a small business environment.
  • Deployed and administered Fortinet FortiGate 60F and 80E firewalls, including the setup of firewall policies, SSL VPNs, and IPS profiles for perimeter security.
  • Manage and configure key software solutions, ensuring smooth logistics operations, and resulting in a 20% increase in successful deliveries.
  • Expertise in the following systems and applications: Samsara (GPS truck tracking with real-time alerts and reports), SOS (Software Online Solutions), EFS (Electronic Funds Source), QuickBooks, and Microsoft Office 365.

Network Engineer

ETECSA
Cuba
09.2010 - 06.2023
  • Designed, configured, and managed complex LAN, WAN, Metro Ethernet, SDH, and OTN/DWDM.
  • Managed and maintained network hardware, including:

- Nokia DWDM (1830 PSS-8/16 II)

- Nokia 7210 Service Access Switch (SAS)

- Huawei IP/MPLS (NE 40-8, ME-60).

- Alcatel-Lucent Transport Service Switch (1850 TSS-100, TSS-160)..

- Huawei DSLAMs (MA 5300, 5600T, 5605, 5616, 5603T)

- Alcatel-Lucent SDH multiplexers: 1660 SM, 1650 SMC, 1642 SMC.

  • Worked in a Network Operations Center (NOC), monitoring network performance, responding to incidents, and ensuring SLA compliance for enterprise and service provider environments.
  • Troubleshot and resolved network issues remotely, minimizing downtime and enhancing user experience.
  • Provisioned and deployed new services, including Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Ethernet Virtual Connections (EVCs), and dark fiber optic solutions.
  • Managed telecommunication networks through NSP (Network Service Platform) for fault detection and resolution.
  • Participated in the deployment and commissioning of a DWDM network with ROADM architecture using Nokia optical transport equipment.
  • Contributed to the deployment and commissioning of a new Metro Ethernet network, increasing regional bandwidth by 40% and significantly enhancing service quality.
  • Introduced proactive monitoring and alert system SNMP, reducing network downtime by 9%.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement network upgrades and integrate new technologies.
  • Cuban telecommunications company providing a range of services including internet and telephony.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Telecommunications and Electronics Engineering

Technological University of Havana “José Antonio Echeverría” (CUJAE)
Havana, Cuba
07-2010

Skills

  • Network Design & Implementation
  • LAN
  • WAN
  • WLAN
  • SDH
  • OTN/DWDM
  • Metro Ethernet
  • IPv4
  • IPv6
  • TCP
  • UDP
  • BGP
  • EIGRP
  • OSPF
  • DHCP
  • ICMP
  • MPLS
  • SNMP
  • SSH
  • HSRP
  • IPsec
  • STP
  • RSTP
  • PVST
  • Network Security
  • Cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Firewall configuration
  • Monitoring & Troubleshooting
  • Performance Optimization
  • Network Infrastructure Upgrades
  • Routing & Switching
  • Cisco
  • Nokia
  • Quality of Service (QoS)
  • Fiber Optic Knowledge
  • Software Management
  • Device Reconfiguration
  • IOS Upgrades
  • SLA Management
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Strong teamwork
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving abilities

Certification

  • Alcatel-Lucent University Training, Vimercate, Italy, 01/01/15, 1350 OMS SDH R.11.1 O&M (Basic and Advanced) for SDH Technology Management, 1350 OMS PKT R.11.1 O&M (without MPLS-TP/T-MPLS)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Not Provided, Miami, FL, Not Provided, 10/01/24, https://www.credly.com/badges/8b3f0edf-b841-4ae3-86ec-89ae5b0604a4/public_url
  • Fortinet Certified Fundamentals Cybersecurity, https://www.credly.com/badges/0a24cbd4-e729-49fa-a85f-94ff4d10527b/public_url
  • Fortinet FortiGate 7.4 Operator, https://www.credly.com/badges/1d30e589-4e8d-4d52-b9aa-0fc24d3cc8f8/public_url
  • Fortinet Certified Associate Cybersecurity, https://www.credly.com/badges/16db58d1-e920-4a9f-bd6d-02c935de50d3/public_url

Languages

  • Spanish, Native proficiency
  • English, Professional proficiency

Timeline

Network Administrator

East Florida Hauling
11.2023 - Current

Network Engineer

ETECSA
09.2010 - 06.2023

Bachelor’s Degree - Telecommunications and Electronics Engineering

Technological University of Havana “José Antonio Echeverría” (CUJAE)
Yaima Izquierdo