Why Network Engineering?

Network engineering is exciting because it keeps the world connected and is the backbone of the internet. Without it, the internet wouldn't exist. This job involves working with the latest tech, ensuring things run smoothly in any organization, and dealing with the vast complexity of networks, which keeps it far from boring. It's not just about the internet but also about managing private networks, sharing files within offices or homes, setting up media servers, and even organizing LAN parties. I've been interested in this field since I was a child, playing with routers, switches, and access points. Being a network engineer is rewarding because you solve problems, manage complex systems, and ensure people stay connected.

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Accomplishments
/Journey

II use Linux (in virtual environments) and Windows, with knowledge in network security, VLAN management, and cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft Azure. I hold an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification and CCNA, I am studying for Azure Network Engineering certifications. My background includes an Associate of Science in Computer Engineering.

My career at Nestlé Health Science began in 2019 in Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving processes. Promoted to Business Unit 1 Lead in 2021, I led continuous improvement initiatives, mentored team members, and managed a team of about 30 colleagues.

In 2022, I became a Trainer Coordinator, overseeing the training of over 267 colleagues. I designed training programs, acted as SH&E manager, and streamlined operations using Azure Power Automate, Excel, Word, and SharePoint. I also managed home IT projects, emphasizing network security and data accessibility.

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Projects and Certifications

Turning coffee and cables into certs and connections—network magic in action!

HomeLab

My home IT setup includes four Debian Linux servers running virtual machines on Linux-based hypervisors. These servers host: Windows Server 2022 (DHCP server), Kali Linux (for security skill development), a web server, and an additional planned web server for my photography business. The setup also includes a Trunas virtual machine as a central NAS drive. I utilize Microsoft Azure for running VMs and Azure Bastion for secure remote connections. Network configuration features VLANs with firewalls to separate IoT devices, guest networks, and the main network. later will upgrade to a dedicated Pfsense firewall for more controll, just recently implemented an adblock / malware-block virtual machine (Pi-hole) that works within the network.Also just impletented a load balancing virtual machine (Nginx) and an SSH tunnel with Cloudflare for secure access. Data backup is managed using AWS S3 Glacier, emphasizing security, efficiency, and practical application of network engineering concepts.

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Certifications

I hold an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification and am currently studying for the CCNA and Microsoft Azure Network Engineering certifications. My educational background includes an Associate of Science in Computer Engineering from Broward College and continuing studies in Computer Engineering at Florida Atlantic University. These certifications and education reflect my commitment to staying current with industry standards and enhancing my skills in cloud computing and network engineering, providing a solid foundation in engineering principles and practical skills essential for my career in IT and network engineering.

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Projects

My future plans include setting up a remote server to act as a backup, adding PoE cameras for enhanced security, and upgrading my NAS storage capacity. I also aim to strengthen my knowledge in Python and SQL databases, and upgrade my network infrastructure to Unifi for improved performance and management. Pfsense for more flexiblity, some rasberry-pies.

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