Eddy Abanum
Network Administrator
Experience
Sep 2024 - Mar 2025
7 monthsNetwork Administrator
Knauf Bayern
- Management of Securepoint firewalls
- Operation and maintenance of client-server infrastructure (Windows)
- Operation and patching of IoT devices in the hazard management system (cameras, Web IOS, IP serial converters)
- Support in integrating security technology into existing IT infrastructures
- Planning and execution of network segmentations and separations
- Transfer and implementation of solutions to other plants
- Tools used: Wireshark, Network Service Manager, PRTG, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager, FNT/Command Manager Console, ServiceNow, Confluence, Active Directory, Winguard, Securepoint FW
Apr 2024 - Present
1 year 4 monthsIT Network Planning Consultant
Finanz Informatik Technologie Service GmbH & Co. KG
- Expansion and modernization of existing systems and architectures
- Active participation in projects and creation of current and target architectures for decision support
- Implementation and management of network security measures
- Troubleshooting and resolution of network issues
- Network segmentation, configuration, management, and monitoring of network devices
- Tools used: Command-FNT, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, Splunk, ServiceNow, Network Service Manager, Visio Manager, Micro Focus Network Automation, FortiGate, Check Point, Cisco ISE, Cisco ACI, DNA Center
Feb 2024 - Aug 2024
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Stahlgruber / PV Automotive GmbH München
- Planning, configuration, and administration of WLAN and network infrastructure
- Analysis and resolution of network issues and development of technical concepts with implementation
- Implementation and management of HCI environments
- Migration from Check Point to FortiGate firewalls with a focus on IT security (Fortinet)
- Integration of Cisco ISE with AD, LDAP, and Intune
- Configuration of authentication and authorization solutions for user access
- Administration and maintenance of the NAC solution
- Independent execution of IT projects
- Creation and upkeep of necessary documentation
- Tools used: Cisco ASA, Cisco Web Security Appliance, Check Point, Fortinet WAF, Cisco ISE, Wireshark, Meraki, Secure Pulse, Blue Coat Proxy, PRTG, Aruba Mobility Master, Cloudflare Network Service Manager, Extreme NMS, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager Console, ServiceNow, Confluence, Active Directory, Cisco DNAC, Cisco ACI
Nov 2023 - Mar 2024
5 monthsInterim IT Service Manager
Master Builders Solutions Deutschland GmbH
- Ensured accuracy and integrity of relevant hardware and software applications
- Created training plans for team members and other staff
- Managed the department’s annual budgets and reported to executive management
- Initiated and managed large IT projects according to business requirements and budget, including system upgrades and migrations
Nov 2022 - Nov 2023
1 year 1 monthNetwork Administrator
Liebherr Bayern
- Point of contact for all technical and infrastructure matters and communication between management and IT department
- Management of the IT pool and scheduled delivery of agreed services
- Initiated quality improvement measures and managed escalations
- Independent administration and monitoring of the global network environment (LAN, WAN, WLAN)
- Creation of HLDs, network segmentation, and 2nd/3rd-level support
- Analysis, classification, and resolution of system errors; configuration of routers and switches according to best practices
- Support for international network rollouts
- Integration of Cisco ISE with AD, LDAP, and Intune
- Configuration of authentication, authorization, and accounting policies for EAP-FAST, PEAP, LEAP, and EAP-TLS
- Profiling and posturing of user devices and compliance
- Configuration of TACACS for device management
- Tools used: Wireshark, Infoblox, Command-FNT, Cisco ISE, Cisco WLAN Controller, DNA Center, Network Service Manager, Pathfinder, PRTG, Extreme NMS, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager Console, Prime, Active Directory
Dec 2020 - Nov 2021
1 yearNetwork Engineer
BASF Ludwigshafen
- Migration project with router, switch, and access point hardware
- Configuration and administration of Cisco WSA and Check Point
- L3 network support via ticketing tool
- Deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the corporate switched and routed network (LAN, WAN: OSPF, BGP, iBGP, MPLS, MVRF; WLAN: Cisco & Extreme)
- Incident and problem management according to ITIL V3
- Development of change concepts and change planning in coordination with IT and project management
- Network security: firewall rule management, access control lists, monitoring, updates, and patches
- Tools used: Check Point, Nagios, DNA Center, Wireshark, PRTG, Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst (9200–9400), Cisco 55X, Catalyst 1000, Nexus (2000,5000,7000,9000), ASR4000, CGR1000, ISR1000, HPSM, ServiceNow, JIRA, Fortinet
Jul 2019 - Dec 2020
1 year 6 monthsField Engineer
AVASO Technology Solutions Denmark
- Migration project with router and switch hardware and SD-Access and SD-WAN implementation
- L3 network support via ticketing tool
- Deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the corporate switched and routed network (LAN, WAN: OSPF, BGP, iBGP, MPLS, MVRF; WLAN: Cisco & Extreme)
- Incident and problem management according to ITIL V3
- Firewall configuration and maintenance, monitoring for security breaches
- Tools used: Check Point, Nagios, DNA Center, Wireshark, PRTG, Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst (9200–9400), Cisco 55X, Catalyst1000, Nexus (2000,5000,9000), ASR4000, CGR1000, ISR1000, HPSM, ServiceNow, JIRA, Fortinet
Jun 2018 - Jul 2019
1 year 2 monthsAccess and Security Specialist
Endress + Hauser
- Network administration and handling of business-as-usual activities for data networks
- L3 network support via ticketing tool
- Incident and problem management according to ITIL V3
- Deployment and maintenance of the corporate switched and routed network (LAN, WAN: OSPF, BGP, iBGP, MPLS, MVRF; WLAN: Cisco & Extreme; VoIP)
- Troubleshooting and provider management
- Management of daily network operations nationally and internationally
- Management of Infoblox Grid Manager, DNS, DHCP, IPAM; IP subnet migration; site-to-site VPN configuration
- NAC, access control, and policy management
- Tools used: Check Point, SonicWALL, Nagios, PRTG, Cisco WLAN Controller, ACS Server, FNT/Command, Cisco ASA, Extreme Networks, Cisco WLC, Cisco Prime, Cisco ISE, Cisco Unity Express, Nexus, Radius Server, Active Directory, HPSM, ServiceNow
Nov 2017 - Jul 2018
9 monthsInfrastructure Analyst
John Deere Mannheim
- Network segmentation
- Operational work on Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and routers
- Integration of WLAN (Cisco 2500, 5500, 8500) with roaming profiles and global level (Cisco Prime)
- WAN (OSPF, BGP, iBGP, MPLS, VRF) and LAN infrastructure management
- Cisco image upgrades, software maintenance, and system monitoring
- Service desk, incident, change, and release management
- RMA hardware replacement and configuration restoration
- Troubleshooting in complex network environments
- Access security management
- Tools used: Splunk, Cisco Prime, Infoblox, Command-FNT, HP Service Manager, Active Directory, ServiceNow, Cisco ISE, Cisco WLAN Controller, Aruba, ACS Server, Cisco ASA
Nov 2017 - Jul 2018
9 monthsInfrastructure Engineer
Metro Group Einzelhandel
- Project work at Metro Systems (largest German Check Point house)
- Active Directory management
- Configuration and management of Cisco WSA, Cisco Prime, router, and Catalyst switch environments
- Operation and development of the wireless network infrastructure
- Support for migration and transformation projects (Blue Coat Proxy to Check Point)
- Creation of HLD/LLD, technical documentation, proof of concept, use cases
- Rule review with AlgoSec, NAT rules, policy enhancements, system upgrades, site-to-site VPN configuration
- RMA hardware replacement at production sites
- Tools used: Fortinet, SonicWALL, Check Point, Wireshark, Meraki, Cisco ISE, Cisco WLAN Controller, ACS Server, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager Console, Prime, Active Directory, Cisco WSA, Blue Coat
Oct 2015 - Oct 2017
2 years 1 monthProvider Management
BASF Ludwigshafen
- Incident, change, and release management
- Second-level support (WAN, LAN/WLAN)
- Installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and administration of IP networks and components
- Maintenance and renegotiation of service contracts with WAN providers
- Consulting on WAN design and hardware installation
- Preparation of hardware and software procurement
- Definition of work packages and progress tracking
- Organization and leadership of meetings
- Approval of minutes, RMA
- Team and vendor management
- Tools used: Active Directory, Cisco WLAN Controller, ServiceNow, JIRA, Microsoft Lotus Notes, NICS, MS Visio, IPAM, Proviso
Dec 2014 - Sep 2015
10 monthsNetwork Administrator
Samvardhana Motherson Peguform (T-Systems)
- Operation and development of LAN/WAN network infrastructure
- Administration and configuration of Cisco routers and Catalyst switches (2960, 45xx, 65xx, Nexus)
- Configuration of Cisco ASA firewall systems
- Incident management
- Software installation and updates
- Tools used: Active Directory, Nagios, Cisco ISE, Cisco ASA, Cisco WLAN Controller, ACS Server, Remedy, Riverbed, IPAM
Jan 2014 - Sep 2014
9 monthsAdministrator
Datagroup
- LAN architecture, VLAN and WLAN IP address planning
- Installation and configuration of network components
Jun 2013 - Nov 2013
6 monthsSystem Administrator
Deutsche Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt
- Switching, routing, troubleshooting, and administration of IP networks and applications
- Installation, configuration, and administration of software systems
- Management of PKI and AEP
- Network security through 802.1x, Radius Server (Cisco ISE), and Active Directory
- Onsite, phone, and remote support
- Monitoring
- Technical coordination and creation of technical documentation
- Tools used: Tivoli, Cisco ISE, Cisco Works LMS, Sniffer, Nagios
Jan 2009 - Dec 2011
2 yearsEnterprise Architecture Management & Governance Intern
Daimler AG
- 1st and 2nd level support for internal end users (Windows 2008, Office XP, Lotus Notes, Outlook)
- Receipt, classification, and handling of incident reports by phone, ticket system, and email
- Escalation and documentation of incidents in the Remedy ticket system
- Monitoring and troubleshooting of systems
- Administration of IP networks and remote access
- Setup of network workstations
- Management of technical facilities (phones, printers, copiers)
- Creation of user profiles (Active Directory)
- Development of training and presentation materials for workshops
- Translation of documents into English
Summary
Strong experience working with clients from various industries, including automotive, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and telecommunications. I have expertise in switching and routing as well as solid knowledge of firewalls and administering Cisco corporate wireless networks. Extensive experience with different modules and applications and the ability to understand technical customer requirements, match them to a technical solution, and prevent future issues. I am an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and good intercultural competence. I look forward to taking on new challenges.
Languages
English
Native
Dutch
Advanced
German
Advanced
Education
Sep 2009 - Sep 2012
Akademie Für Datenverarbeitung
Business Informatics · Böblingen, Germany
Oct 2007 - Jun 2009
Fachhochschule Böblingen
Business Informatics · Böblingen, Germany
Oct 1988 - Jun 1991
University Of Benin
Production Engineering · Benin City, Nigeria
Certifications & licenses
CCNA R&S
Cisco
CCNA Security
Cisco
CCNP R&S
Cisco
ITIL V3 Foundation
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