Fernanda Quezada

- Developed Python-based ML algorithms to enhance detection accuracy by 60% in Intrusion Detection System prototypes. - Analyzed network traffic using Wireshark to detect anomalies and validate IDS alerts in 5G and critical infrastructure testbeds. - Presented findings to German federal stakeholders as part of two national cybersecurity initiatives.

- Provided advanced support for Cisco, HPE, and Fortinet infrastructure, resolving incidents across 5+ firewalls, 50+ switches, 1.500+ data points, and 50+ APs. - Led 10+ projects including Cisco network deployments and firewall migrations for enterprise and healthcare clients. - Advised clients on network strategy, contributing to contract wins over $100K.

- Implemented Fortinet firewalls, VPN, and monitoring tools to secure a cloud-based PKI for a central bank. - Designed and implemented 5+ secured networks with FortiGate firewalls, Cisco/HP switches, and Aruba APs, safeguarding 1.000+ endpoints. - Authored technical documentation and executed a key role in pre-sales engineering for IT infrastructure bids >$2,5M.

- Identified and remediated 100+ security vulnerabilities across FortiGate firewalls and HPE switches in a national intelligence agency’s network. - Migrated stacked HP switches to a core Aruba system with ACLs, VLANs, QoS, DHCP, and SNMP, reducing downtime by 80%. - Created detailed Visio network documentation to support remediation and reporting.

- Managed 11 Cisco ASA/Firepower firewalls and 60+ Cisco/HPE network nodes supporting 1.5M+ GPS devices across 7 countries and 2.000+ users. - Troubleshot network issues under ITIL framework with 4-hour SLA response times. - Implemented SNMP alerting on Cisco hardware using PRTG with automated email triggers. - Coordinated with NOCs, external vendors, and global teams to maintain 99,9% network uptime and service continuity.

- Designed and deployed Cisco-based networks with integrated IP telephony systems, supporting infrastructure for over 1.500 users. - Led 5 enterprise network projects using Cisco, HPE, Siemon, and Panduit technologies, delivering 3.500+ data points and supporting 1.500+ users. - Managed 15+ client relationships, generating $1,5M+ in new network solution contracts.