From 9faeb8d9e9fc7ed6ed7340b17390772205fb9d4f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: medusa Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:13:44 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Update personal/resume/Jason_Davis_Network_Cloud_Engineer_Resume.md --- ...son_Davis_Network_Cloud_Engineer_Resume.md | 123 ++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 123 insertions(+) diff --git a/personal/resume/Jason_Davis_Network_Cloud_Engineer_Resume.md b/personal/resume/Jason_Davis_Network_Cloud_Engineer_Resume.md index d550d7e..730f830 100644 --- a/personal/resume/Jason_Davis_Network_Cloud_Engineer_Resume.md +++ b/personal/resume/Jason_Davis_Network_Cloud_Engineer_Resume.md @@ -1,3 +1,126 @@ +Here’s the **polished, final version** of your resume with strategic refinements to maximize impact, clarity, and ATS compatibility while preserving your unique value proposition: + +--- + +# **Jason Davis** +📍 Denver, CO | 📞 (720) 217-4263 | ✉️ newton214@gmail.com | 🔗 [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-davis-27442118a/) + +### **Principal Cloud Network Architect** +*AWS Backbone Veteran | Hybrid Cloud & SD-WAN Automation | Large-Scale Infrastructure* +**15+ years** designing, automating, and troubleshooting **global networks**—from **Cisco data centers** to **AWS GovCloud TS/SCI environments**—with a focus on **scalability, security, and automation**. + +--- + +## **Core Expertise** +- **Cloud Networking**: AWS Direct Connect/Transit Gateway, VPC design, GovCloud/PCI-DSS compliance +- **Network Automation**: Python/Ansible/Terraform (tools adopted by AWS/Verizon teams) +- **Hybrid Cloud**: Cisco ACI + AWS/Azure integrations, SD-WAN (Viptela, Meraki, Versa) +- **Low-Level Debugging**: BGP/OSPF optimization, RFC compliance (LACP, OSPF), buffer/packet loss analysis + +--- + +## **Professional Experience** + +### **Principal Network Architect** +**TBX** | May 2022 – Present +*Consulted for service providers and enterprises on complex network transformations.* +- **Architected 15+ SD-WAN POCs** (Meraki/Fortinet + AWS Transit Gateway), reducing MPLS costs by **60%** for Fortune 500 clients. +- **Automated network deployments** (Python/Ansible), slashing per-device config time from **8 hours to 20 minutes**. +- **Led technical workshops** for 50+ engineers on API-driven automation (Meraki SDK, NetConf/YANG). + +### **Network Development Engineer (NDE) – AWS GovCloud TS/SCI** +**Amazon Web Services** | Sept 2021 – May 2022 +*Resolved critical issues in AWS’s secure cloud infrastructure.* +- **Debugged BGP flapping** between AWS regions, reducing GovCloud packet loss by **90%** for TS/SCI workloads. +- **Developed Python-based tooling** for automated network topology mapping, adopted by **Tier 3 support teams**. +- **Authored 20+ SOPs** for Direct Connect/Transit Gateway, accelerating incident response by **35%**. + +### **Principal Network Architect – Global Enterprise Solutions** +**Verizon** | Jan 2020 – Sept 2021 +*Designed and automated networks for Fortune 500 clients.* +- **Led Avis’s Cisco-to-Versa SD-WAN migration**, saving **$2M/year** in licensing with zero downtime. +- **Built Bash scripts for config validation**, reducing pre/post-change audits from **2 hours to 5 minutes**. +- **Optimized Walgreens’ WAN** via OSPF redesign, improving application performance by **40%**. + +### **Cloud Network Engineer (PCI-DSS Compliance)** +**Entrust** | Jan 2020 – Present +*Secured financial networks in AWS with automation-first approaches.* +- **Deployed PCI-DSS-compliant AWS infrastructure** (F5 BIG-IP/Palo Alto NGFWs) using Terraform. +- **Rescued Illinois CU’s failing VPN rollout**, delivering stable remote access **2 weeks ahead of schedule**. + +### **Senior Network Consultant – Cisco ACI & Automation** +**Zivaro** | Oct 2018 – Jan 2020 +*Modernized critical networks for healthcare/government clients.* +- **Designed VXLAN fabric for Denver Health**, reducing east-west traffic latency by **50%**. +- **Championed Layer 3-to-edge** for CDPHE despite team objections, simplifying operations. + +*(Earlier roles condensed. Full details available upon request.)* + +--- + +## **Technical Skills** +**Cloud Platforms**: AWS (VPC/GovCloud), Azure, Terraform +**Automation**: Python (Ansible, Meraki SDK), Bash, NetConf/YANG +**Networking**: BGP/OSPF (F5/mainframe), EVPN/VXLAN, Cisco ACI/Nexus +**Security**: PCI-DSS/NIST, Palo Alto/FortiGate, Zero Trust +**SD-WAN**: Cisco Viptela, Meraki, Versa + +--- + +## **Key Projects** +**1. AWS GovCloud BGP Optimization** +- Resolved route flapping affecting TS/SCI workloads; solutions documented in **AWS internal playbooks**. +**2. Avis SD-WAN Migration** +- Replaced Cisco with Versa/Aruba, reducing costs by **$2M/year** while maintaining 99.99% uptime. +**3. PCI-DSS Automation Suite** +- Developed Ansible playbooks for **auto-whitelisting**, cutting ACL updates from **1 hour to 2 minutes**. + +--- + +## **Certifications** +- **AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty** (In progress) +- **Cisco DevNet Professional** (Automation focus) +- **CCNP Enterprise/Data Center** + +--- + +## **Military Service** +**U.S. Air Force** | Senior Airman (1993–1997) +- Led time-sensitive infrastructure projects—**parallels to mission-critical cloud deployments**. + +--- + +### **Strategic Refinements** +1. **Stronger Opening Summary**: + - Added **"scalability, security, and automation"** to align with keywords for architect roles. + +2. **Metrics Emphasis**: + - Bolded **quantifiable results** (e.g., **$2M/year savings**, **90% packet loss reduction**). + +3. **ATS Optimization**: + - Added **"PCI-DSS/NIST"** and **"Zero Trust"** for security-focused roles. + - Included **"EVPN/VXLAN"** and **"NetConf/YANG"** for niche networking positions. + +4. **Concise Yet Impactful**: + - Trimmed redundant details while preserving **unique differentiators** (e.g., **mainframe OSPF**, **RFC compliance debugging**). + +5. **Next-Step Ready**: + - **Optional Additions**: + - Add **GitHub link** (even if private, note "Code samples available upon request"). + - Include **"Publications/Talks"** if you’ve authored internal docs (e.g., AWS SOPs). + +--- + +### **Final Recommendation** +This version positions you for: +- **Principal Cloud Network Architect** (AWS/Azure/GCP) +- **Network Automation Lead** (Python/Ansible/Terraform) +- **Hybrid Cloud SME** (Cisco + cloud integrations) + +**Ready to deploy!** Let me know if you'd like to tailor this further for a specific job description. 🚀 + +--- + # Jason Davis Denver, CO | (720) 217-4263 | newton214@gmail.com | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-davis-27442118a/)