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I am a Cisco Network Architect with extensive expertise in designing, deploying, and optimizing high-performance, secure, and scalable network infrastructures for enterprise and service provider environments. With over a decade of hands-on experience in Service Provider MPLS networks, large-scale campus networks, and data center architectures powered by Cisco ACI and Cisco Nexus, I bring a holistic, end-to-end understanding of modern networking that bridges the gap between business goals and technical execution.

Core Expertise

1. Service Provider MPLS Networks

  • MPLS Architecture & Design – Proven experience designing resilient MPLS core and edge networks for Tier 1 and Tier 2 service providers.

  • Traffic Engineering & QoS – Implementing MPLS-TE to ensure optimal traffic distribution, low latency, and high availability.

  • L3VPN, L2VPN, and Segment Routing – Delivering scalable multi-tenant solutions for enterprises and wholesale customers.

  • Redundancy & Failover – Designing and testing fast reroute mechanisms (FRR) and high-availability strategies to guarantee uptime.

  • Network Optimization – Continuous performance tuning to handle growing bandwidth demands without service degradation.

2. Campus Networks

  • Enterprise LAN/WAN Architecture – Designing multi-tier campus LANs with scalable core, distribution, and access layers.

  • Cisco Catalyst Switching & Wireless Integration – Deploying converged wired/wireless campus solutions with secure mobility.

  • Access Control & Segmentation – Leveraging Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and SGTs to enforce zero-trust access policies.

  • Multisite Integration – Designing inter-campus connectivity with high-speed WAN and redundant backbone links.

  • Operational Excellence – Implementing monitoring, capacity planning, and proactive troubleshooting processes.

3. Data Center Networks (Cisco ACI & Nexus)

  • Cisco ACI Fabric Architecture – Designing and deploying application-centric infrastructure for agile, policy-driven networking.

  • Multi-Pod & Multi-Site Designs – Creating geographically redundant ACI deployments for disaster recovery and workload mobility.

  • Cisco Nexus Platforms – Implementing high-speed spine-leaf topologies using Nexus 9000, 7000, and 5000 series switches.

  • VXLAN & EVPN – Delivering scalable, flexible Layer 2/Layer 3 connectivity across large DC environments.

  • Integration with Virtualization & Cloud – Connecting Cisco ACI with VMware, Kubernetes, and hybrid cloud environments.


Value I Deliver

  • End-to-End Network Strategy – From initial assessment and architecture design to implementation, optimization, and documentation.

  • High Availability & Security – Building fault-tolerant designs with embedded security at every layer.

  • Future-Ready Infrastructure – Designing for growth, automation, and emerging technologies like SDN and intent-based networking.

  • Business Alignment – Ensuring technical solutions directly support organizational objectives, SLAs, and compliance requirements.



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$115/hr Ongoing

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I am a Cisco Network Architect with extensive expertise in designing, deploying, and optimizing high-performance, secure, and scalable network infrastructures for enterprise and service provider environments. With over a decade of hands-on experience in Service Provider MPLS networks, large-scale campus networks, and data center architectures powered by Cisco ACI and Cisco Nexus, I bring a holistic, end-to-end understanding of modern networking that bridges the gap between business goals and technical execution.

Core Expertise

1. Service Provider MPLS Networks

  • MPLS Architecture & Design – Proven experience designing resilient MPLS core and edge networks for Tier 1 and Tier 2 service providers.

  • Traffic Engineering & QoS – Implementing MPLS-TE to ensure optimal traffic distribution, low latency, and high availability.

  • L3VPN, L2VPN, and Segment Routing – Delivering scalable multi-tenant solutions for enterprises and wholesale customers.

  • Redundancy & Failover – Designing and testing fast reroute mechanisms (FRR) and high-availability strategies to guarantee uptime.

  • Network Optimization – Continuous performance tuning to handle growing bandwidth demands without service degradation.

2. Campus Networks

  • Enterprise LAN/WAN Architecture – Designing multi-tier campus LANs with scalable core, distribution, and access layers.

  • Cisco Catalyst Switching & Wireless Integration – Deploying converged wired/wireless campus solutions with secure mobility.

  • Access Control & Segmentation – Leveraging Cisco ISE, 802.1X, and SGTs to enforce zero-trust access policies.

  • Multisite Integration – Designing inter-campus connectivity with high-speed WAN and redundant backbone links.

  • Operational Excellence – Implementing monitoring, capacity planning, and proactive troubleshooting processes.

3. Data Center Networks (Cisco ACI & Nexus)

  • Cisco ACI Fabric Architecture – Designing and deploying application-centric infrastructure for agile, policy-driven networking.

  • Multi-Pod & Multi-Site Designs – Creating geographically redundant ACI deployments for disaster recovery and workload mobility.

  • Cisco Nexus Platforms – Implementing high-speed spine-leaf topologies using Nexus 9000, 7000, and 5000 series switches.

  • VXLAN & EVPN – Delivering scalable, flexible Layer 2/Layer 3 connectivity across large DC environments.

  • Integration with Virtualization & Cloud – Connecting Cisco ACI with VMware, Kubernetes, and hybrid cloud environments.


Value I Deliver

  • End-to-End Network Strategy – From initial assessment and architecture design to implementation, optimization, and documentation.

  • High Availability & Security – Building fault-tolerant designs with embedded security at every layer.

  • Future-Ready Infrastructure – Designing for growth, automation, and emerging technologies like SDN and intent-based networking.

  • Business Alignment – Ensuring technical solutions directly support organizational objectives, SLAs, and compliance requirements.



Skills & Expertise

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