Morty Araghi

Major Corporate Clients including QVC, Neustar, Federal JCDecaux, Verizon Enterprise Solutions, Armantek, among others.

As a seasoned Network Engineer, I have demonstrated expertise in designing, configuring, and maintaining robust network infrastructures for large enterprises, including over 100 locations. My key responsibilities and achievements include:

• Advanced Network Design & Implementation: Successfully led the design and deployment of complex network solutions, significantly enhancing performance and reliability. Spearheaded projects like the SolarWinds implementation and migration of IP addresses across extensive networks.
• Expertise in Diverse Network Technologies: Profound experience in configuring and supporting an extensive array of network products across various vendors. This includes a wide range of Cisco technologies (Nexus9k, Nexus5K, ISR4k, CAT6500, CAT9k, ACS, ISE, ACI, VXLAN, etc.), as well as proficiency with Arista switches and CloudVision, Ubiquities networks, and advanced network solutions like SDN. My technical expertise ensures optimal network functionality, security, and adaptability in complex environments.
• Innovative Network Security Measures: Developed and implemented robust security protocols using Cisco ASA, Firepower, and Palo Alto systems, including VPN configurations and High-Availability settings for firewalls, significantly enhancing network integrity.
• Project Leadership: Led critical projects such as DMVPN configuration, NTP configuration, and a parallel Data Center launch. My leadership in these projects resulted in improved network efficiency and scalability.
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex networking issues, particularly with routing protocols like BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF, and technologies like MPLS, DMVPN, and AnyConnect.
• Collaboration & Documentation: Worked closely with cross-functional teams and vendors to align network strategies with organizational goals. Played a pivotal role in documentation, creating comprehensive Runbook, and leading the redesign of connections between Data Centers.
• Mentorship & Training: Actively mentored junior engineers and contributed to team development by sharing in-depth knowledge of best practices in networking technologies.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluated and integrated emerging networking technologies and trends to optimize network efficiency and performance.
• Vendor & Incident Management: Managed vendor relationships and coordinated incident responses, ensuring rapid resolution and containment of security threats.

My commitment to excellence in network engineering is demonstrated by my hands-on approach and my ability to lead and collaborate on projects that drive significant improvements in network performance and security.

In my role as a Network Engineer at Business Wire, I was instrumental in both the design of a new Data Center and the expansion of the existing one. My responsibilities and achievements included:

• Data Center Design and Architecture: Assisted in the technical design and architectural planning of Data Centers, including the development of roadmaps encompassing product selection, project milestones, and IP address schemes for the main center and 25 remote branches.
• Advanced Cisco Configuration: Configured, installed, maintained, and upgraded Cisco firewalls, Nexus9k, Nexus5K routers, and switches, ensuring robust network infrastructure for the large enterprise.
• Network Connectivity and Redundancy: Implemented DMVPN for enhanced connectivity between branches and the Data Center. Utilized vPC on Nexus 9Ks and spanning tree protocol to design a full mesh active/active network segment, ensuring high network redundancy and reliability.
• Troubleshooting and Operational Support: Resolved day-to-day network issues and contributed to ongoing network maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Project Leadership: Led key projects, including database segmentation and the implementation of a ZoomRoom conference project, demonstrating strong leadership and project management skills.
• ACI Training and Implementation: Received training in and applied the concept of ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) for Data Center usage.

At ACC, a leading networking company, I played a crucial role in designing and implementing large-scale LANs and WANs for diverse clients, including Hughes Network Systems, Howard University Hospital, and Friendship Public Charter School, among other clients. My key contributions included:

• Cisco Systems Expertise: Extensive experience in configuring, installing, maintaining, and upgrading Cisco routers and switches. Specialized in troubleshooting Cisco VoIP systems, ensuring optimal network performance and reliability.
• Advanced Network Configuration: Implemented complex network protocols and services, including Multicast, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, IPSEC, and GRE. Successfully designed and deployed EIGRP routing protocols and HSRP for gateway redundancy.
• VPN and High Availability Solutions: Configured and managed various VPN solutions (site-to-site, LAN-to-LAN, AnyConnect), and developed high availability strategies using CAPWAP tunneling between WLCs.
• Security and Access Control: Managed ASA firewall configurations, setting up access rules and static NAT. Oversaw Cisco ACS with TACACS+ and RADIUS protocols, enhancing network security and access management.
• Infrastructure Management: Responsible for server placement and configuration in the DMZ, layer 2 device management, and routine IOS upgrades.
• Client-Focused Problem Solving: Provided dedicated support to resolve network issues, focusing on client-specific needs and maintaining consistent communication.
• Monitoring and Support: Skilled in using network monitoring tools like PRTG and adept at managing service tickets through Spice Works, ensuring timely resolution of client issues.
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This role allowed me to leverage my technical expertise and client service skills to support and enhance complex network infrastructures for a variety of clients.