Ellis Melman
Manor Park,London
Summary
Experienced Network Engineer with extensive expertise in network architecture and design, core routing and switching, and network configuration monitoring and troubleshooting. Proficient in firewalls and network security, Linux, Windows, BSD UNIX system administration, On-Site and cloud systems management. Demonstrated ability to manage ISP and enterprise networks, implement network design engineering solutions, and ensure performance stability and uptime management. Skilled in using network monitoring tools, remote access solutions, and virtual private networks. Adept at handling server hardware installation, IP addressing and routing, as well as configuring routers, switches, next-gen firewalls, and software-defined networking. Career goal: to leverage comprehensive networking skills to enhance organisation infrastructure and efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Network Engineer
Rocket Fibre
London
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Supported and maintained high-availability fibre network infrastructure.
- Implemented network upgrades and configuration changes with minimal customer impact.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex routing, switching, and connectivity faults
- Ensured continuous network performance, security, and reliability in production environment
- Reduced downtime through regular monitoring and proactive system checks.
- Installed hardware components, ensuring optimal operation of network infrastructure.
- Assisted team members in understanding complex networking concepts, enhancing team productivity.
- Configured routers, switches and firewalls to deploy and support LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
- Maintained network configuration, mapping and service records for accurate documentation.
- Guided and assisted users with technical issues, improving network performance and usability.
- Performed tests on newly installed hardware and software to provide components that interface correctly with each other and network.
- Recommended new hardware and software solutions from current technologies, keeping network performance and security updated to industry standards.
Co-Founder / Network Engineer
Redraw Internet
London
03.2001 - 10.2023
- Co-founded Redraw Internet and built entire company infrastructure alongside co-founder
- Design and implementation of an full alternative ISP using wireless laser copper and fibre solutions.
- Designed core network using multiple vendor equipment enabling an extensive range of connectivity products for clients
- Ranging from individual users in rural locations to hedge funds, football teams, F1 racing teams, and music festivals.
- Provided direct, personalized support to all clients, working extensively to fulfill unique technical requirements.
- Delivered long-term network stability and high uptime across all services for 22+ years.
- Managed all aspects of network architecture, routing, switching, firewalls, monitoring and troubleshooting, ensuring high reliability and scalability
- Oversaw all facets of daily operations, streamlining work processes.
- Initiated partnerships with other businesses to enhance brand visibility.
- Drove innovation with the implementation of creative ideas.
- Encouraged a culture of continuous improvement for better performance results.
- Boosted company reputation by ensuring exceptional customer service delivery.
- Promoted brand at events and conferences and established strong reputation within industry.
- Networked with industry leaders, cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships.
IT Technician
Ninja Tune
London
08.1998 - 01.2001
- Desktop Support
- Build configure and maintain custom systems
- Build and support internal network infrastructure
- Troubleshot network connectivity issues, restoring normal operations quickly.
- Implemented new software systems smoothly without hampering productivity levels.
- Resolved critical system bugs ensuring minimal disruption to work flow.
- Upgraded company hardware infrastructure leading to enhanced performance.
- Managed server environment to ensure smooth business operations.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired hardware components, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Installed operating systems and applications, maintaining a high level of reliability.
- Improved system performance with regular maintenance and updates.
- Assisted end-users to enhance their understanding of software applications.
- Provided IT support to staff members, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Troubleshot various incidents related to hardware, networks and software faults.
- Monitored local network to optimise performance.
- Delivered first-line hands-on technical support, achieving swift issue resolution on-site.
- Supported network and infrastructure, achieving optimal performance and connectivity.
- Collaborated on infrastructure projects and service requests with external vendors and internal groups.
- Installed new software for users and monitored version and patch update requirements.
- Carried out new hardware installations and updates, keeping systems functional and secure.
- Answered user questions about hardware and software operation to help resolve problems.
- Conducted server back-up and recovery operations in line with protocols.
Education
City & Guilds course 383 - Motor Vehicle Servicing And Repair
Newham Collage
LondonSkills
- Network Architecture & Design
- Core Routing & Switching
- Network Configuration monitoring & Troubleshooting
- Firewalls & Network Security
- Linux windows and BSD System Administration
- Servers & Infrastructure
- Wi-Fi / Wireless Networking / Free Space optics
- ISP & Enterprise Networks
- Network Design Implementation & Engineering
- Performance, Stability & Uptime Management
- Cloud systems management
- Knowledge of juniper networks
- Wireless communications technology
- Network monitoring tools
- Remote access solutions
- Knowledge of Cisco systems
- Network cabling knowledge
- Virtual private networks
- Server hardware installation
- IP addressing and routing
- Routers and Switches experience
- TCP and IP knowledge
- Networking concepts understanding
- Wireless communication understanding
- WANs and LANs familiarity
- Ethernet switches setup
- Next gen firewalls
- Network engineering
- Routing Protocols
- Network debugging
- CISCO switches and firewalls
- Network configuration
- Switching protocols
- Firewall administration
- Hardware and software configurations
- Troubleshooting
- WLAN installation
- Network operations
- Troubleshooting network issues
- Multi-protocol LANs
- Software-Defined Networking
- Network troubleshooting
- Structural cabling infrastructure
- Distribution layer switching
Languages
English Native Speaker
Interests
Aviation, Electronics, Wireless Communications, Motor Vehicle Servicing & Repair
Timeline
Network Engineer
Rocket Fibre
12.2024 - 11.2025
Co-Founder / Network Engineer
Redraw Internet
03.2001 - 10.2023
IT Technician
Ninja Tune
08.1998 - 01.2001
City & Guilds course 383 - Motor Vehicle Servicing And Repair
Newham Collage