Data Center Network Engineer

James A. Feo

Senior Professional Services Engineer

Sarasota FL. 609-***-**** ******@*****.*** Linkein Professional Summary

Results-driven Senior Network Engineer with 24 years of hands-on experience in the design, implementation, and support of Cisco infrastructure across Fortune 500 companies. Proven track record of leading technical teams, optimizing complex networks, and delivering SLA-driven solutions. Skilled communicator with a deep understanding of routing, switching, security, cloud, and data center technologies. Works effectively both independently and as a team leader/player.

Core Competencies

• Enterprise Network Design (Core/Dist/Access)

• Cisco Nexus

• Meraki

• SD-WAN

• LAN/WAN Architecture, Routing Protocols (RIP, ISIS,BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)

• Network Security (Firewalls, VPNs, ISE)

• Wireless Design & Surveys (Ekahau, AirMagnet)

• Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud (Azure, AWS)

• Vendor Experience: Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, SonicWall

• NOC Support & Troubleshooting (Wireshark, SolarWinds, SnifferPro)

• Leadership & Team Training

Professional Experience

Wachter Technologies – November 2000 to Present

Senior Professional Service Engineer

• • Lead engineer in enterprise network design and large-scale hardware rollouts (Cisco 2960–9500 series, Nexus 2K–9K, Firewalls).

• • Provided full lifecycle pre/post-sales support and technical guidance to Fortune 500 clients.

• • Designed, implemented, and supported SD-WAN, DMVPN, VPNs, and redundancy solutions.

• • Led Cisco ISE and wireless rollout across hundreds of retail chains.

• • Conducted wireless site surveys and implemented secure WLAN environments.

• • Delivered training sessions to internal teams and client NOC staff.

• • Supported global clients with on-site troubleshooting, optimization, and hardware deployments.

• • Served as NOC Engineer from 2000–2005, providing 24/7/365 support. Key Projects:

• Led 1800+ site router/switch upgrade for national retail chain.

• Led engineering Store of the future (Lowes)

• Led engineering Nextgen (Food Lion)

• Walmart DC Starlink installations (secondary Internet solutions).

• CBRE cradlepoint installations for branch internet failover.

• Food chain network and device support (registers, media converters, printers).

• Supported NFL stadium infrastructure and hospital networks.

• Redesign and implantation Catalina Data Center and Retail wan infrastructure

• Design (switch&wireless) and implantation Georgia Pacific 20+ million sq. ft. Distribution Centers

• Wework installation cisco/juniper routers and switches Feo’s Auto Parts – Feb 1991 to Jan 2000

Store Manager

• • Maintained store IT/network infrastructure.

• • Developed online payroll and web systems.

• • Handled inventory, purchasing, and weekend operations. Certifications

• • CCIE R&S – #37915

• • CCNP, CCNA, CCDA, CCDE

• • CompTIA Network+

• • Cisco Wireless & Security Certs (CS-CRSSS, CS-CAWLANFS)

• • Currently Pursuing: JNCIA

Education

Camden County Community Technical College

Electronics Certification – 1999

References

• • Tom Kulig – NOC & Engineering Manager 609-***-****

• • Larry Hay – VP of Operations at Wachter 704-***-****

• • Bill Slater – Network Manager at Catalina 727-***-****

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