GREGORY BEYER
Clarksburg
Summary
Team-oriented Systems Engineer with 30 years in information technology, specializing in network operations and systems engineering. Demonstrated success in collaborating with cross-functional teams to design tailored network solutions, enhancing performance and reliability for diverse client needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Engineer
TekSystems/Open Technology Solutions
Lithicum Heights,
11.2021 - Current
- Administered local and wide area networks using SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, F5, Meraki Cloud Manager, SilverPeak Orchestrator, and ThreatX.
- Configured and maintained Cisco routers, switches, Palo Alto, and Cisco firewalls to optimize performance.
- Monitored network traffic via SolarWinds, Aruba Orchestrator, and firewall tools for security and reliability.
- Implemented backup and recovery solutions to ensure data integrity through primary and secondary failover circuits.
- Planned and designed tailored network solutions for diverse client needs using Visio, SolarWinds, and SharePoint for documentation.
- Prepared change requests with detailed drawings, configurations, and communication plans to streamline review process.
- Collaborated with network team to support connectivity and performance for Leaf S3 and Bellco credit unions.
- Responded to major outages by executing complete rebuilds for small bank branches and two corporate sites in Baltimore to restore operations.
Network Engineer
Gama-1 Technologies
Silver Spring
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Migrated Dell server cluster to Dell Z9100 switch and MX7K chassis, enhancing network performance and reliability.
- Troubleshot issues with Nexus 3000, Dell 9100, ASA 5585, and Cisco 9300 firewall management controllers, restoring network functionality.
- Resolved network problems using Cisco Nexus 5000, 7000, 9000, and ASA 5585 devices.
- Collaborated with Windows and Unix teams to troubleshoot and resolve server network and firewall issues, ensuring seamless operations.
- Developed compute farm infrastructure through collaboration with developers for testing and deployment.
- Submitted configuration change requests to review boards for network implementation.
- Created drawings and documentation for outage approvals across WAN and LAN.
Network Engineer
Strategic Mobility (SMG3)
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Configured and deployed Cradlepoint, Cisco/Meraki, and Extreme Wireless access points, enhancing network performance and reliability.
- Utilized Cradlepoint Cloud Manager to troubleshoot sites, acting as SME for failover equipment to ensure uninterrupted service.
- Conducted wireless surveys with AirMagnet to optimize coverage for small and medium businesses.
- Collaborated with corporate network teams to swiftly resolve issues at customer sites, improving overall client satisfaction.
- Traveled to various locations to implement new installations and upgrades.
- Configured Zebra scanners and phones, ensuring proper functionality through collaboration with Zebra.
- Generated reports and managed service requests using Salesforce.
- Achieved certified Cradlepoint network certification and completed certified Cisco SMB product training.
Network Engineer
Vtech Solutions
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed and configured Nexus 5k and 7k switches within data center environments to support high-capacity network operations.
- Operated and maintained legacy Cisco Catalyst switches including 6500, 4500, 3650, 3750 stackables, and 2960 models to ensure reliable network performance.
- Monitored Nagios for network outages, acknowledged alarms, and utilized ServiceNow to manage change requests.
- Scheduled network outages and performed maintenance functions, including new installs, moves, and changes.
- Developed network diagrams to support planning for Airport Network Modernization project.
- Used IPPlan, Cacti, Visio, Techworks, IT-Datacenter for administration and tracking of resources across the enterprise.
- Collaborated with a three-member team to maintain over 1200 acres and manage 400-500 network closets using wireless, copper, and fiber technologies.
- Worked with Cisco 5500 Wireless Lan Controllers, and hundreds of Cisco 3702, Cisco AIR-LAP1242AG wireless Access Points.
- Utilized wireless applications to assess signal strength and throughput, ensuring optimal wireless connectivity for public customers.
NETWORK Engineer
ASRC Federal
10.2015 - 01.2018
- Deployed satellite and network solutions at OCONUS sites.
- Configured OSPF, MPLS, IPSec, TACACS, and ACLs on routers, switches, and security devices.
- Configured, installed, and tested microsat SATCOM antennas, modems, and related equipment.
- Resolved complex network tickets beyond lower-level support capabilities, enhancing overall network reliability.
- Rack-mounted and tested servers, load balancers, routers, and switches prior to shipping.
- Conducted site surveys to evaluate physical connectivity and electrical requirements for optimal remote installations.
- Trained field engineers and site leads on effective operations of network systems and satellite communications.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technolgy
Army Leadership And Signal School
Fort Gordon, GASome College (No Degree) - Information Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDSkills
- Network design
- Cisco configuration and management
- Network implementations
- WAN and LAN management
- Routing protocols
- Network security implementation
- Wireless networking support
- Enterprise WiFi management
- Performance optimization
- Systems monitoring
- Endpoint security
Languages
German, Level 3
Timeline
Network Engineer
TekSystems/Open Technology Solutions
11.2021 - Current
Network Engineer
Gama-1 Technologies
11.2020 - 11.2021
Network Engineer
Strategic Mobility (SMG3)
07.2019 - 08.2020
Network Engineer
Vtech Solutions
08.2018 - 07.2019
NETWORK Engineer
ASRC Federal
10.2015 - 01.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technolgy
Army Leadership And Signal School
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus