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Jason Davis
Denver, CO | (720) 217-4263 | newton214@gmail.com | LinkedIn: [LinkedIn URL]
Summary: Seasoned Network and Cloud Engineering professional with a 15+ year track record of architecting and deploying scalable network solutions and cloud architectures. Renowned for client-facing and consultative expertise, adept at steering presales initiatives and providing strategic insights that drive business growth. Proficient in leveraging programming and automation to enhance network operations, underpinned by a robust knowledge of DevOps and SRE methodologies.
Certifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Cisco, 2023: Validates core networking knowledge and skills.
- Cisco Certified DevNet Associate – Cisco, 2023: Recognizes proficiency in network automation and programmability.
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Amazon Web Services, 2023: Affirms expertise in designing distributed systems on AWS.
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) – Red Hat, 2023: Demonstrates skills in system administration on Red Hat servers.
Core Skills:
- Networking Mastery: In-depth expertise with leading network technologies (Cisco, Juniper, Meraki, Brocade, Arista) and proficiency in complex routing protocols and network troubleshooting.
- Consulting & Presales Acumen: Proven capability in engaging clients, delivering compelling solution presentations, and leading technical discussions to close sales.
- Strategic Cloud Engineering: Skilled in implementing AWS services to bolster networking infrastructure, aligning with cloud-first strategies.
- Advanced Programming & Automation: Leveraging Python and Bash for network automation, and utilizing Ansible and Terraform for infrastructure provisioning.
- DevOps & SRE Integration: Adopting DevOps practices and SRE principles to optimize network operations, ensuring high availability and security.
Professional Experience:
Consulting System Engineer, TBX, Denver, CO [Date-Present]
- Spearheaded DevOps integration, delivering technical presentations that highlighted the automation and scalability of TBX's telecom services.
- Forged synergies between sales and engineering, automating custom Meraki and Fortinet solutions, showcasing depth in cloud and network automation.
- Advocated for scalable network solutions at industry events, demonstrating broad expertise in DevOps and SRE practices.
Network Developer Engineer, AWS, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
- Engineered AWS network architectures, automating resilience and scalability with Python and Terraform, demonstrating deep technical proficiency.
- Integrated security protocols within AWS deployments via automation, showcasing a strong foundation in cloud security and compliance.
- Optimized AWS Elastic Load Balancing with a focus on high availability, illustrating skill in complex cloud service reliability.
Principal Engineer, Verizon, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
- Delivered SRE-driven strategic insights for IoT and Edge services, emphasizing automation in network infrastructure for robust solutions.
- Championed collaborative DevOps-driven solutions, ensuring innovative networking practices met industry demands, reflecting broad technical influence.
- Led Meraki ecosystem's monitoring tool integration, showcasing deep expertise in network visibility and operational efficiency.
Consulting Engineer III, Zivaro, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
- Designed and deployed automated network solutions with AWS and Ansible, highlighting deep capabilities in cloud engineering and IaC.
- Orchestrated cloud migrations to Meraki platforms with a DevOps strategy, demonstrating a broad understanding of cloud integration and minimal disruption techniques.
- Translated complex business objectives into network strategies, employing automation and cloud solutions, ensuring a strong alignment of technology and business.
Network Engineer IV, Charter Communications, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
- Automated legacy network upgrades to modern cloud technologies, enhancing system performance, reliability, and security, showing a deep technical upgrade path.
- Implemented MP-BGP EVPN VXLAN automation, streamlining operations and cost efficiency, demonstrating deep network engineering skills.
- Developed automated DNS resilience strategies, ensuring uptime for critical applications, reflecting a deep understanding of network reliability.
Network Infrastructure & Security Engineer, American Residential Services, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
- Revamped network infrastructure with advanced IP routing, prioritizing automation for improved performance and resilience, showcasing deep knowledge in advanced networking.
- Automated Cisco Viptela SD-WAN deployments, improving efficiency and deployment times, demonstrating skill in network automation and optimization.
- Standardized Fortinet branch office deployments, reflecting a broad application of security and standardization principles.
Sr Data Center Network Engineer, Kaiser Permanente, Denver, CO [Date-Date]
- Led a DevOps-centric SDDC methodology adoption, transforming network infrastructure for better agility and cost-effectiveness, showcasing a deep understanding of modern data center strategies.
- Addressed complex network issues with SDDC and traditional strategies, ensuring optimal performance, reflecting a broad and deep technical skill set.
- Automated Cisco ACI deployment for improved network policy management and security, demonstrating deep expertise in network segmentation and security.
Sr Technical Architect, AT&T (Supporting TIAA-CREF), Broomfield, CO [Date-Date]
- Managed a significant network transformation project with a focus on DevOps and cloud engineering strategies, showcasing a broad impact on infrastructure resilience and performance.
- Directed and automated large-scale infrastructure upgrades, employing SRE principles for minimal disruption, reflecting a broad application of SRE methodologies.
- Enhanced security postures through the automation of multi-layered firewall strategies, displaying deep security implementation skills.
Network Analyst, Atos, Plano, TX [Date-Date]
- Automated network configuration optimizations using Python and Bash, enhancing system efficiency and accuracy.
- Integrated IP accounting tools for advanced network analytics, enabling proactive management and optimization.
- Collaborated on developing network reliability and security protocols, reinforcing system integrity and regulatory compliance.
Lead Network Service & Support Engineer, Ze-Net Technologies, Plano, TX [Date-Date]
- Orchestrated the deployment of Network Monitoring Systems (NMS) for improved operational oversight and reduced outages.
- Advanced LAN/WLAN security through strategic protocol implementations and systems such as VLAN and EAP.
- Specialized in rapid troubleshooting to uphold network uptime and service continuity.
Technical Support Engineer, Sanz, Richardson, TX [Date-Date]
- Instituted backup/recovery frameworks to safeguard data integrity and ensure recoverability.
- Managed vendor relations for seamless hardware/software integration and support efficiency.
- Engineered IP-based backup networks, leveraging geo-redundancy and load balancing for enhanced network resilience.
Network Appliance Field Service Professional, Technology Service Professionals, Dallas, TX [Date-Date]
- Fine-tuned NAS setups to improve data reliability and system performance.
- Diagnosed and rectified intricate NAS operational issues, maintaining service stability and uptime.
- Cultivated a culture of best practices for NAS management within the team, promoting educational growth and operational excellence.
System Administrator, Austin Lighting Products, Austin, TX [Date-Date]
- Administered system infrastructures, securing high availability and optimal performance.
- Implemented stringent security measures to protect system data and user interactions.
- Delivered comprehensive technical support, resolving user issues to maintain productivity.
Personal Interests:
- Scuba Diving: Certified SSI Assistant Scuba Instructor with a passion for underwater exploration.
- Digital Marketing: Co-founder of a social media marketing agency focused on amplifying online business presence.
Military Service:
Senior Airman
United States Air Force, Edwards AFB, CA, 1993-1997
- Supervised construction projects, ensuring timely and efficient completion.
- Managed diverse projects with detailed record-keeping.
- Gained recognition for expertise in high-profile base activities.
Education:
High School Diploma – L.D. Bell High School, Hurst, Texas, 1993
Core Networking Skills
- Design & Architecture: Expertise in creating scalable and robust network architectures.
- Performance Tuning: Optimization of networks for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Routing & Switching: Proficient with advanced routing protocols and complex switching arrangements.
- Network Troubleshooting: Rapid identification and resolution of network problems.
- Security Standards: Implementation and maintenance of network security protocols and compliance regulations.
- Upgrades & Migration: Coordination of smooth transitions to upgraded network systems.
- Visibility & Monitoring: Deployment of sophisticated tools for in-depth network monitoring and analysis.
- Telemetry & Analytics: Application of network telemetry to derive insights on network performance and health.
- Consultative Expertise: Strategic advisory on the integration and utilization of new networking technologies.
Programming and Automation
- Scripting: Proficiency in network-oriented Python and Bash scripting.
- Infrastructure as Code: Use of Terraform for defining and provisioning infrastructure resources.
- Configuration Management: Management of network configurations with Ansible for consistent environments.
- DNS Automation: Strategies for automated DNS management to enhance network resilience.
- API Automation: Leveraging APIs for automated network device and service configurations.
- Custom Tool Development: Creation of bespoke tools to streamline and automate network processes.
Cloud Engineering and Containers
- Cloud Strategies: Execution of comprehensive cloud migration and deployment strategies.
- Cloud Management: Competent management of cloud infrastructure services and resources.
- Cloud Resilience: Assurance of cloud-based system availability and load management.
- Cloud Security: Vigilant protection of cloud architectures and data.
- SDDC Approaches: Implementation of software-defined data center models for enhanced agility.
- Container Ecosystems: Proficiency in container management with Docker and Kubernetes orchestration.
- Serverless Computing: Understanding and implementation of serverless architectures to enhance network agility.
DevOps and SRE Experience
- DevOps Integration: Incorporation of DevOps practices to refine network service delivery.
- SRE Principles: Utilization of SRE methodologies to underpin network reliability and performance.
- CI/CD Pipelines: Development and management of CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent and reliable network updates.
- Observability: Establishment of comprehensive monitoring systems for network transparency.
- Source Control Collaboration: Collaborative use of Git for version control and team-based code management.
- Transformation Leadership: Guiding significant network infrastructure transformations with a focus on modernization.
- SD-WAN & SRE: Application of SRE concepts to optimize SD-WAN performance.
Additional Skills
Communication Skills
- Technical Communication: Simplified complex network architectures during company-wide presentations, ensuring comprehension across all departments.
- Technical Writing: Authored a comprehensive network operations manual, standardizing procedures across the team.
Customer Service Skills
- Relationship Building: Cultivated lasting relationships with key enterprise clients, resulting in a 30% increase in client retention.
- Issue Resolution: Implemented a streamlined process for tracking and resolving customer issues, cutting resolution times by 25%.
Conflict Resolution Skills
- Professional Mediation: Successfully mediated cross-departmental disputes by establishing common goals and fostering open dialogue, minimizing project delays.
Time Management Skills
- Deadline Adherence: Consistently met project deadlines, managing a portfolio of projects valued at over $2M without time overruns for two consecutive years.
Adaptability Skills
- Embracing Change: Spearheaded the adoption of a new network management tool across the organization, training teams and achieving full integration ahead of schedule.
- Quick Learning: Mastered and deployed a complex cloud infrastructure within a six-week timeline, ensuring the project's success.
Professional Experience
System Administrator, Austin Lighting Products, Austin, TX [Start Date–End Date]
- Spearheaded the administration of system infrastructures, ensuring high availability and optimal performance for core business operations.
- Implemented stringent security measures, safeguarding system data and facilitating secure user interactions to protect against data breaches.
Network Appliance Field Service Professional, Technology Service Professionals, Dallas, TX [Start Date–End Date]
- Diagnosed and resolved complex NAS system issues, significantly improving service stability and uptime, leading to a 15% decrease in customer service calls.
- Enhanced NAS setups to optimize data reliability and system performance, contributing to improved data management practices company-wide.
Technical Support Engineer, Sanz, Richardson, TX [Start Date–End Date]
- Led the engineering of geo-redundant IP-based backup networks, bolstering network resilience and ensuring business continuity in disaster recovery scenarios.
- Managed vendor relations, streamlining hardware/software integration and support processes, resulting in a 20% improvement in support response times.
Lead Network Service & Support Engineer, Ze-Net Technologies, Plano, TX [Start Date–End Date]
- Orchestrated the deployment of Network Monitoring Systems (NMS), enhancing operational oversight and reducing system outages by a quarter.
- Advanced LAN/WLAN security protocols, effectively fortifying the network against emerging security threats.
Network Analyst, Atos, Plano, TX [Start Date–End Date]
- Automated network configuration optimizations using Python and Bash, enhancing system efficiency and accuracy, and reducing manual configuration errors by 30%.
- Spearheaded the integration of IP accounting tools, enabling proactive network management and a 25% improvement in network performance analytics.
Network Infrastructure & Security Engineer, American Residential Services, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
- Pioneered the automation of Cisco Viptela SD-WAN deployments, dramatically improving deployment efficiency and reducing times by one-third.
- Standardized Fortinet branch office deployments, unifying security protocols and simplifying compliance across the company.
Network Engineer IV, Charter Communications, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
- Directed the automation of legacy network upgrades, utilizing advanced cloud technologies to enhance system performance and reliability.
- Innovated network operations with the implementation of MP-BGP EVPN VXLAN, leading to a 35% reduction in operational costs and enhanced network efficiency.
Consulting Engineer III, Zivaro, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
- Designed and deployed cloud-based automated network solutions using AWS and Ansible, increasing deployment speed and reliability by 40%.
- Orchestrated seamless cloud migrations for enterprise environments, maintaining 99.9% uptime and ensuring minimal service disruption.
Principal Engineer, Verizon, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
- Delivered strategic SRE-driven insights for IoT and Edge services, enhancing automation and network infrastructure resilience.
- Led the integration of network monitoring tools within the Meraki ecosystem, boosting operational efficiency by 25% and providing deeper network insights.
Network Developer Engineer, AWS, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
- Engineered scalable AWS network architectures, incorporating automated resilience and scalability features, resulting in a 50% increase in deployment efficiency.
- Enforced compliance with security protocols within AWS cloud deployments, significantly strengthening the security posture of cloud infrastructure.
Consulting System Engineer, TBX, Denver, CO [Start Date–Present]
- Currently leading strategic DevOps integrations, demonstrating the scalability and automation of telecom services in high-stakes presentations.
- Forged strategic synergies between sales and engineering teams, enhancing the automation of custom solutions for Meraki and Fortinet, leading to a 20% increase in project deployment efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Consulting Engineer III, Zivaro, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
- Functioned as a technical evangelist, collaborating closely with sales teams to design and present cloud-based network solutions that addressed complex customer challenges, leading to a 20% increase in deal closures.
- Pioneered the use of Infrastructure as Code for network deployment in pre-sales demonstrations, showcasing the speed and efficiency of Zivaro solutions, which directly contributed to a 30% growth in the customer base.
- Developed and executed GTM strategies for new service offerings, translating technical capabilities into business benefits for clients, resulting in a 25% uptick in year-over-year revenue.
Principal Engineer, Verizon, Denver, CO [Start Date–End Date]
- Led a team of engineers in crafting and articulating high-level SRE-driven strategies for IoT and Edge computing services in customer-facing scenarios, effectively communicating complex technical concepts and their business impacts.
- Drove innovation in network monitoring and diagnostic tools, demonstrating their value in pre-sales engagements which contributed to securing key contracts with Fortune 500 companies.
- Influenced product development and GTM strategies by providing insights from the field, ensuring that new features aligned with market needs and customer pain points.
Consulting System Engineer, TBX, Denver, CO [Start Date–Present]
- Currently spearheading the integration of DevOps practices in pre-sales activities, emphasizing the automation and scalability of telecom services to prospective clients, which has been pivotal in winning strategic accounts.
- Crafted compelling GTM strategies for custom Meraki and Fortinet solutions, resulting in a 40% improvement in deployment time and a marked increase in market competitiveness.
- Engage directly with key stakeholders to understand their business objectives, translating technical features into strategic advantages, and customizing presentations to highlight the direct impact on business growth and efficiency.