About
Summary
I am a Chief Architect and Certified Technical Trainer with over 17 years of experience in network infrastructure and cloud architecture. I specialize in designing, engineering, and managing multi-platform infrastructures in Data Center/Cloud Architecture. My expertise includes consulting, designing, implementing, and optimizing expansive solutions for enterprises and service providers.
I excel in high-pressure environments, leveraging strong leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills to drive digital transformation and modernization initiatives. I align with customer priorities and industry trends, using competitive insights to develop strategic approaches and deliver impactful business outcomes. I orchestrate contributions from multiple teams, providing strategic insights and aligning with broader organizational goals to drive customer success and satisfaction.
Since 2010, I have been a Certified Technical Trainer, collaborating with universities and educational institutions to deliver specialized academy courses for certifications in leading technologies such as Cisco, VMware, and Huawei. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), I empower individuals through tailored courses focused on Azure technologies.
My academic background in telecommunications engineering provides a solid foundation for my practical experience. As a seasoned member of various industry organizations, I enjoy sharing insights and engaging with the dynamic landscape of networking. Additionally, I am a public speaker, frequently presenting at industry conferences and events.
My current focus areas include Cloud Networking, Cloud Security, DevOps, AI, Network Programmability, Network Automation, Network Observability, Network Security, IPv6, and BGP Security.
My hobbies: Music (Jazz & Blues), Theatre, Reading, Sport, Food & Wine.
Industrial Certifications
Open Master Certified Architect
Expert Certifications
Professional Certifications
Specialist Certifications
- Enterprise Core
- Enterprise Design
- Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
- Data Center Core
- Data Center Design
- Data Center Operations
- Data Center ACI Implementation
- Service Provider Core
- Service Provider Advanced Routing Implementation
- Service Provider VPN Services Implementation
Associate Certifications
- HCIA Datacom
- LPI Linux Essentials
Advanced Professional Certifications [VCAP]
Professional Certifications [VCP]
Master Specialist
Trainer Qualifications
Microsoft Certified Trainer [MCT]
- AI-900
- AI-102
- AZ-900
- AZ-104
- AZ-305
- AZ-700
- AZ-500 (in achievement)
- AZ-400
Cisco Academy Instructor Trainer [ITQ]
VMware IT Academy Certified Instructor
- Academic VMware vSphere Install, Configure, Manage
- Academic VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale
Huawei ICT Academy Instructor [HCAI]
- HCIA Datacom