Favour Ndubuisi
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Network engineering professional with proven ability to enhance system performance and ensure network reliability. Known for effective problem-solving strategies and proactive system maintenance. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving technical needs, leveraging deep knowledge in network architecture and security protocols.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Network Engineer
T. Rowe Price
Owings Mill, MD
08.2022 - Current
- Designed, implemented, and supported Cisco-based network infrastructures across enterprise environments, ensuring high availability and scalability.
- Implemented routing changes using BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP to enhance overall network stability and performance.
- Built and deployed configurations for Cisco Catalyst 9300, 9407, and 9410 switches; staged and validated deployments across IDFs and the NDCs.
- Utilized network monitoring and performance tools such as Grafana, Spectrum, SolarWinds, Splunk, and NetMRI for proactive analysis and issue resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate wireless solutions using Cisco WLCs, APs, and RF optimization best practices.
- Exhibited exceptional troubleshooting capabilities, resolving complex network issues.
- Integrated firewall log into Splunk for threat detection.
- Designed and implemented network solutions to enhance system performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues.
- Developed documentation for network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Led initiatives to upgrade network infrastructure, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Performed troubleshooting for Juniper, Cisco, and packet analysis.
Network Security Engineer
Swisscom
Remote
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Configured ISE policies using 802.1x, MAB and posture assessment to ensure user and device access.
- Utilized ISE guest services to provide secure guest access with customizable captive portals and sponsor approval workflows.
- Implement and manage firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention and VPN to ensure secure network connectivity.
- Solid understanding and experience with SASE remote access.
- Designed site to site VPNs in cloud and on prem.
- Developed and implemented security protocols to safeguard network infrastructure.
- Conducted vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures across systems.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development in network security practices.
Data Center Technician
Saxon Global Services
Irving, TX
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Staged and deployed network infrastructure including Cisco and Aruba access points and Nexus switches.
- Installed and configured Windows systems, printers, and networking parameters.
- Supported end users during deployments, ensuring all systems met client requirements.
- Created technical documentation for deployment processes and issue resolution.
- Configured and maintained hardware and software systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues, enhancing system reliability and user satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Nigeria
Macy, IN12.2015
Skills
- Zero Trust security principles & automations
- Network Troubleshooting & Optimization
- Layer 2/3 Protocols: VLAN, HSRP, EIGRP, BGP, QoS, STP
- Remote & Onsite Support/ On-call
- Firewall technologies (Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check point
- Network configuration
- Layer-2/3 protocols
- Firewall functionality
- Cisco switching expertise
- Routing protocol expertise
- Network performance monitoring
- Wireless networks troubleshooting
Certification
- CCNP Enterprise (350-401 ENCOR)
- CCNP Security (300-715 SISE)
- CCNA (200-301)
Timeline
Network Engineer
T. Rowe Price
08.2022 - Current
Network Security Engineer
Swisscom
06.2020 - 08.2022
Data Center Technician
Saxon Global Services
06.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Nigeria