Tyler Lee

Network Administrator & IT Professional

Tyler Lee

Network Administrator | Eau Claire, WI

Professional Summary

Highly skilled and results-driven Network Administrator with over 4 years of hands-on experience managing enterprise-scale network infrastructure for a major retail organization. Proficient in configuring and maintaining Cisco and Juniper networks, leading SD-WAN implementations, and leveraging automation tools such as Ansible and Python to streamline operations. Demonstrated success in supporting thousands of devices, optimizing uptime, and improving network efficiency across hundreds of sites.

Core Competencies

  • Enterprise Network Administration
  • Cisco & Juniper Configuration
  • Fortinet SD-WAN Deployment
  • Network Automation (Ansible, Python)
  • WAN/LAN/WLAN Architecture
  • Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting
  • ISP Coordination (Lumen, Comcast)
  • CUCM & VoIP Management
  • UPS Configuration & Management
  • Wireshark, Zabbix, Splunk

Professional Experience

Network Administrator
Menard, Inc. – Eau Claire, WI
May 2023 – Present
  • Manage daily network operations across 8,000+ devices, ensuring stable and secure connectivity enterprise-wide.
  • Configure and maintain Cisco and Juniper switches, routers, and access points to support corporate and retail environments.
  • Lead the design and deployment of Fortinet SD-WAN, enhancing network reliability across 341 locations.
  • Administer Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) for a 2,500+ phone environment.
  • Manage 4G Cradlepoint devices for all company sites, ensuring backup and remote connectivity.
  • Collaborate with ISPs including Lumen and Comcast to resolve WAN circuit issues and optimize performance.
  • Develop and deploy network automation solutions using Ansible and Python to improve efficiency and reduce configuration errors.
  • Monitor network health and performance using Wireshark, Zabbix, and Splunk for proactive issue detection.
Network Administrator Intern
Menard, Inc. – Eau Claire, WI
June 2020 – May 2023
  • Assisted with configuration and deployment of Cisco switches, routers, and access points across the enterprise.
  • Supported automation projects using Ansible and Python to streamline device provisioning and management.
  • Configured UPS management cards for Liebert, Eaton, and APC systems.
  • Re-certified and re-deployed returned network devices to maintain hardware lifecycle efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Networking and Information Technology

University of Wisconsin–Stout, Menomonie, WI

Graduation Year: 2023

Certifications

Udemy - Fortinet NSE7 SD-WAN Training - August 2, 2024

Microsoft Office Specialist - Access 2019 Expert - May 2, 2023

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - April 23, 2021

Sololearn - Python Core - August 7, 2020

Microsoft Office Specialist - Office Excel 2016 - December 17, 2019

Technical Skills

  • Cisco IOS
  • Juniper OS
  • Fortinet
  • Ansible
  • Python
  • CUCM
  • Wireshark
  • Zabbix
  • Splunk
  • Linux
  • Cradlepoint
  • UPS Systems (Liebert, Eaton, APC)