VICTOR JOSEPH REID
Hereford,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished networking professional with extensive expertise in enterprise routing and switching, WAN management, and LAN configuration. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Azure and cloud security, complemented by a strong understanding of regulatory compliance and cryptography techniques. Adept at designing campus networks and implementing high availability solutions, while ensuring robust network security through firewall administration and VPN management. Known for influential communication skills, project leadership, and client relationship management, with a focus on customer satisfaction. Career goals include advancing cloud security knowledge to drive innovative solutions in network security management.
Seasoned Security Consultant delivering strategic security solutions. Developed comprehensive security frameworks that reduced risks and enhanced operational efficiency. Known for transforming security protocols, leading to heightened protection and compliance across multiple sectors.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
- Senior Network Design Architect - HPE
- Senior Network Designer – CapGemini
- Senior Network Design Engineer – ATLAS Consortium
- Senior Network Design Engineer – HP
- Network Design Engineer - BT
- Engineering Technician (HF Communications, Computer Systems) – Royal Air Force (RAF)
Senior Network Security Consultant - Contract
HPE Belgium – Hewlett Packard Enterprise
2018.10 - 2026.04
- Network SME within a highly sensitive customer environment, providing technical ownership of critical network infrastructure where service continuity carried international operational significance.
- Delivered expert assurance across switching, firewall, and load balancing platforms, maintaining stable service performance across a complex operational estate.
- Led technical response to high-priority incidents with visibility at international government level, driving rapid resolution protecting service integrity.
- As the Switching/Firewall estate reached end-of-life, I directed onsite teams through the testing, configuration, and installation of replacement devices. I supervised the development of the runbook and served as the primary contact for the client.
- This upgrade allowed the network to operate at speeds up to 40Gb and tripled firewall throughput, resulting in a significantly faster and more reliable experience for all system users across 30 countries.
- Comprehensively redesigned a system to address deficiencies identified in its earlier iteration. The scope encompassed HLD/LLD diagrams and L2/L3 connectivity documentation.
- I assumed responsibility for the end-to-end delivery and leadership of the project. On completion, the system was integrated into Europe's largest security database seamlessly, with no interruptions to service.
- Technical lead across additional high-visibility programmes, shaping delivery decisions, technical quality. Delivered successful execution under strict operational constraints.
- Key technical lead between customer stakeholders, engineering functions, delivery teams, and end customer, ensuring confidence, clarity, and delivery assurance throughout.
Global Network Consultant - Contract
The Body Shop International
2017.10 - 2018.10
- Delivered global consultancy across firewall security, VPN services, Cisco VoIP, and Cisco Meraki cloud networking.
- Supported international office relocation in Germany and cloud network deployments in Madrid retail sites.
- Contributed to technical documentation, mentoring, and Cisco FirePower Management Centre configuration alongside the Global Network Manager.
- Oversaw the monitoring system ensuring that each stage of the automated storage/delivery/distribution process was tracked efficiently.
Network Architect - Contract
Fujitsu Global - Hampshire
2016.12 - 2017.09
- Engaged at late project stage to recover and deliver critical firewall and remote access components within constrained programme timelines.
- Designed and implemented Cisco ASA FirePower edge security and Cisco AnyConnect remote access capability supporting 20,000+ concurrent connections.
- Delivered independently with full technical ownership, ensuring readiness within required delivery milestones.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Electronic Engineering
RAF Locking
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset 1991.04 - 1992.11
Skills
- Networking expertise in routing and switching
- Wide area network management
- Local area network configuration
- Microsoft Azure proficiency
- Campus network design
- High availability solutions
- Virtual private network management
- Cryptography techniques
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Cloud security understanding
- Influential communication skills
- Security policy implementation
- Microsoft Active Directory experience
- Professional discretion in decision-making
- Network security management
- Firewall administration
- Project leadership abilities
- Situational awareness in operations
- Client relationship management strategies
- General networking principles application
- Incident response planning and execution
- Customer-focused service delivery
- Willingness to travel for projects
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
Education & Professional Development
- Cisco Networking Academy Network Defence Certificate (Cisco Systems)
- Previously Cisco certified CCNA, continued extensive practical application across enterprise, secure, and mission-critical network environments, expanding technical knowledge and capability to advanced levels.
- Vendor expertise across HP Networks, ForcePoint Security Devices and F5 Loadbalancers
- Ongoing professional development in Cyber Security and cloud technologies, further strengthens an already established foundation in security network design and operations.
Affiliations
- Cooking, Playing guitar
Timeline
Senior Network Security Consultant - Contract
HPE Belgium – Hewlett Packard Enterprise
2018.10 - 2026.04
Global Network Consultant - Contract
The Body Shop International
2017.10 - 2018.10
Network Architect - Contract
Fujitsu Global - Hampshire
2016.12 - 2017.09
NVQ Level 3 - Electronic Engineering
RAF Locking
1991.04 - 1992.11