Christopher Carter
@christophercarter
Adept Network Engineer specializing in troubleshooting and configuration.
What I'm looking for
I am an adept Network Engineer with a proven track record at Credit Union One, excelling in network troubleshooting and configuration. My expertise encompasses advanced Cisco Wireless Technologies and Palo Alto Firewalls, significantly enhancing network efficiency and security. I have a strong ability to lead and innovate, ensuring optimal network performance.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed and configured complex WAN/LAN environments, deploying various network monitoring tools and standards. My experience includes working with diverse technologies such as Silver Peak SDWAN, Cisco ISE, and Barracuda Load balancers. I am committed to continuous improvement and staying updated with the latest advancements in network technology.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Network Engineer
Panzer
Apr 2024 - Jul 2024 (3 months)
Troubleshot and resolved Cisco and Palo Alto network issues, designed and implemented Arista Spine Leaf network, and analyzed packet captures with Wireshark to troubleshoot LAN and WAN connectivity.
Infrastructure Engineer
Credit Union One
Feb 2023 - Feb 2024 (1 year)
Managed Silver Peak SDWAN deployment, created routing and switching standards, and deployed Palo Alto Firewalls and Barracuda Load balancers.
Network Engineer
State of Michigan
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Configured and managed WAN/LAN, utilized ServiceNow for ticketing, and managed devices with Cisco ISE and SolarWinds for network monitoring.
Network Engineer
Adient through KForce
Aug 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 5 months)
Troubleshot network tickets, established new sites, ordered circuits, and created network configuration standards for new and refreshed sites.
Network Engineer
Ford through Epitec
Jan 2016 - May 2017 (1 year 4 months)
Facilitated rollouts and made changes to load balancers, wireless controllers, and various Cisco switches and routers.
Network Engineer
Wayne County
Mar 2013 - Feb 2016 (2 years 11 months)
Configured VMware vSphere, managed virtual servers, and installed new Cisco layer 3 switches and firewalls.
Network Engineer
Gateway Community Health
Oct 2011 - Oct 2012 (1 year)
Designed and configured IP addressing schemes, managed Cisco switches, and maintained network performance through monitoring and analysis.
NOC Engineer
Ford Motor Company
Oct 2010 - Oct 2011 (1 year)
Provided LAN/WAN support, monitored network devices, and managed vendors for hardware replacements in a Network Operations Center environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Focus: HOPE Information Technologies Center
Certificate, Network Administration
2008 - 2008
Completed a program in Network Administration, gaining foundational knowledge in various information technologies and network management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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