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Stephen Bye

Reading,West Berkshire

Summary

Detailed Networks Engineer, talented in evaluating network performance and offering guidance for actionable improvements. Excellent command of emerging technologies and current trends in routers, switches and firewalls. Frequently commended for developing swift solutions to complex issues.


Talented individual applies problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to find quick, impactful resolutions. Refines and updates existing practices for optimal performance, achieving seamless user experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

BT Networks Engineer

British Telecommunications
Reading, West Berkshire
03.2019 - Current
  • Tracked network and telephony devices for performance and load threshold metering.
  • Established and supported wireless LAN controllers and access points to provide wireless solutions with streamlined hardware.
  • Monitored and performed hardware upgrades to network servers, including operating systems and applications.
  • Configured routers, switches and firewalls to deploy and support LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
  • Documented configurations and maintenance details in technical reports and diagrams.
  • Maintained production network according to company SLAs to fulfil agreed-upon client specifications.
  • Evaluated network performance to optimise traffic flow, maintain security and improve processes.

Fibre Optic Splicer

Openreach
Reading, West Berkshire
02.2013 - 02.2019
  • Effectively diagnosed, identified faults and failures with fibre optic cable fittings, providing effective and efficient solutions.
  • Handled regular repairs and maintenance for information and communications equipment.
  • Ran cables to connect devices, equipment and power sources to newly installed systems.

Education

GCSEs -

Waingels College
Reading
09.2005 - 04.2009

NVQ Level 1 -

Reading College
Reading
09.2009 - 03.2011

Skills

  • Network engineering
  • Engineering documentation
  • Customer communication
  • Network configuration
  • Network fault investigations
  • Error handling
  • Cable signal testing
  • Modem installation
  • Cable replacement
  • Connections and disconnections
  • Service and installation
  • Maintenance and repair

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

BT Networks Engineer

British Telecommunications
03.2019 - Current

Fibre Optic Splicer

Openreach
02.2013 - 02.2019

NVQ Level 1 -

Reading College
09.2009 - 03.2011

GCSEs -

Waingels College
09.2005 - 04.2009
Stephen Bye