Nelson Navarro
SENIOR SPECIALIST NETWORK ENGINEER
El Tejar
Summary
Experienced Senior Network Specialist Engineer with 10+ years in telecommunications and network engineering, specializing in network design, security, and cloud infrastructure. Proven leadership and project coordination skills, successfully managing network deployments and cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, scalable, and secure solutions.
Expert in Cisco technologies, including SD-WAN, NGFW, ASA, ISE, DNAC, Prime, CSPC, CCM, CUC, Contact Center Express, and Wireless LAN Controllers. Strong expertise in Azure and AWS cloud networking, routing and switching, telephony, wireless, security and architecture.
Currently pursuing an MBA in Information Technology Administration and Management to strengthen strategic IT leadership and business acumen.
Certifications:
✔ Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
✔ ITIL v4 – IT Service Management
✔ SCRUM Fundamentals – Agile Methodology
✔ Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
✔ UiPath Certified Professional Automation Developer Associate
✔ TOEIC English Level C1 Certification
Professional Experience:
IT Network & Voice Administrator – Emerson Automation Solutions
Telecommunications Technician – Telefónica
Passionate about network security, cloud infrastructure, and automation, with a track record of leading successful network projects that drive operational efficiency and business growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Specialist Network Engineer
Dole Food Company
San José, San José
05.2018 - Current
- Currently employed as a Senior Specialist Network Engineer at Dole Food Company, where I am responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and implementation of network infrastructure projects
- I have been actively involved in numerous significant projects, including the intricate Data Center movement from Westlake Village, California to another location in the US
- This involved meticulous planning for relocating network equipment, servers, Mainframe, AS400, and transitioning workloads to Azure for a more streamlined setup
- Additionally, I led the design and deployment of various network solutions, such as iWAN to SD-WAN migration, introduction of Cisco 9000s for LAN, global deployment of 9120 APs, and the establishment of a wireless mesh network for processing plants in NA
- Led the complex Data Center movement project involving meticulous planning and execution of network equipment and workload transition to Azure
- Designed and deployed various network solutions, including iWAN to SD-WAN migration, Cisco 9000s for LAN, global deployment of 9120 APs, and a wireless mesh network for processing plants in North America
- Conducted wireless surveys using Ekahau to optimize WLAN design and performance
- Project managed initiatives to ensure timely and successful delivery of network solutions on Azure and AWS Cloud platforms
- Collaborated directly with business units to align network solutions with organizational goals
- Worked closely with vendors for quoting, procurement, and implementation of network equipment and services
- Implemented wireless solutions with Cisco's 9800 controller and Cisco ISE implementation
- Integrated solutions like Cisco Umbrella, ThousandEyes, and Cisco DNA Spaces into the network infrastructure to optimize performance and security
- Administered, designed, and deployed Wireless, WAN, LAN, Security, and Voice Services for Dole's global business units
IT Network & Voice Administrator
Emerson Electric
Escazu, San José
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Company Overview: EMP IT Infrastructure and Security
- Designed and administered Voice and LAN services
- Collaborated with vendors for quoting and procurement of network infrastructure
- EMP IT Infrastructure and Security
Cisco TAC Support
Sykes
San José, San José
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Provided TAC support and customer service responsibilities
Telecommunications Technician
Telefonica
Escazú, San José
11.2014 - 12.2015
- Deployed and administered MPLS Network
Education
MBA - Information Technology Administration & Managment
ULACIT
San José, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
TOEIC C1 ENGLISH LEVEL CERTIFIED -
ETS
San José, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
UiPath Certified Professional Automation Developer - Associate
UIPATH
New York, NY 05.2001 -
Information Technology Infrastructure Library V4 - ITIL V4
AXELOS
London, UK 05.2001 -
Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) -
SCRUM
Avondale, AZ 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
FIDELITAS
San Pedro, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
MS Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associte -
MICROSOFT
San José, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) -
TECCR
Cartago, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
Certificate of Technical Studies - Telecommunications Technician
CTPSS
San Sebastian, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
Skills
Business administration
Certification
Cisco Certified Network Professional
Timeline
Senior Specialist Network Engineer
Dole Food Company
05.2018 - Current
IT Network & Voice Administrator
Emerson Electric
10.2016 - 05.2018
Cisco TAC Support
Sykes
01.2016 - 10.2016
Telecommunications Technician
Telefonica
11.2014 - 12.2015
MBA - Information Technology Administration & Managment
ULACIT
05.2001 -
TOEIC C1 ENGLISH LEVEL CERTIFIED -
ETS
05.2001 -
UiPath Certified Professional Automation Developer - Associate
UIPATH
05.2001 -
Information Technology Infrastructure Library V4 - ITIL V4
AXELOS
05.2001 -
Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) -
SCRUM
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
FIDELITAS
05.2001 -
MS Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associte -
MICROSOFT
05.2001 -
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) -
TECCR
05.2001 -
Certificate of Technical Studies - Telecommunications Technician
CTPSS
05.2001 -
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