Eddy Abanum - Network Planning Consultant, Munich

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Emmendingen, Germany

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Experience

Sep 2024 - Mar 2025

7 months

Network Administrator

Knauf Bayern

Support of firewalls (Securepoint)
Operation and maintenance of the client-server infrastructure (Windows)
Operation and patching of IoT devices in the hazard management system (cameras, Web IOS, IP serial converters)
Support with the integration of security technology into existing IT infrastructures
Planning and execution of network segmentation and separation
Transfer and implementation of solutions to other plants
Tools used: Wireshark, Network Service Manager, PRTG, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager, FNT/Command Manager Console, ServiceNow, Confluence, Active Directory, Wingard, Securepoint FW

Apr 2024 - Present

2 years 5 months

Consultant for IT Network Planning

Finanz Informatik Technologie Service GmbH & Co. KG

Expansion and modernization of existing systems and architectures
Active involvement in projects as well as in the creation of current-state and target architectures for decision support
Implementation and management of security measures in the network
Troubleshooting and fixing network problems
Network segmentation, configuration, administration, and monitoring of network devices
Tools used: Command-FNT, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, Splunk, ServiceNow, Network Service Manager, Visio, Micro Focus Network Automation, FortiGate, Check Point, Cisco ISE, Cisco ACI, DNA-Center

Feb 2024 - Aug 2024

7 months

Network Administrator

PV Automotive GmbH München

Planning, configuration, and administration of WLAN and network infrastructure
Analysis and resolution of network problems and creation of technical concepts and their implementation
Implementation and management of HCI environments
Migration from Check Point to FortiGate firewalls with a focus on IT security
Integration of Cisco ISE with data sources such as AD, LDAP, and Intune
Configuration of authentication and authorization policies for user authentication
Administration and maintenance of the NAC solution used
Independent implementation of IT projects as well as creation and maintenance of the necessary documentation
Tools used: Cisco ASA, Cisco Web Security Appliance, Check Point, Fortinet WAF, Cisco ISE, Wireshark, Meraki, Secure Pulse, Blue Coat Proxy, PRTG, Aruba Mobility Master, Cloudflare Network Service Manager, Extreme NMS, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager Console, ServiceNow, Confluence, Active Directory, Cisco DNAC, Cisco ACI

Nov 2023 - Mar 2024

5 months

Interim IT Service Manager

Master Builders Solutions Deutschland GmbH

Ensuring the correctness and integrity of the relevant hardware and software applications
Creating training plans for all team members and occasionally also for other employees of the company
Managing the department's annual budgets and reporting to management
Initiating and managing large IT projects in line with business requirements and budget constraints, including system updates and migrations

Nov 2022 - Nov 2023

1 year 1 month

Network Administrator

Liebherr Bayern

POC for all technical and relevant infrastructure-related matters and communication between management and the IT department
Management of the IT pool and timely delivery of the agreed services
Initiating quality improvement measures and managing escalations
Independent administration and monitoring of the global network environment (LAN, WAN, WLAN)
Creation of HLDs as well as network segmentation and 2nd/3rd level support
Classification and resolution of system errors as well as configuration of routers and switches according to best-practice approaches
Support with international network rollouts
Integration of Cisco ISE with AD, LDAP, and Intune
Configuration of authentication, authorization, and accounting policies (EAP-FAST, PEAP, LEAP, EAP-TLS) as well as TACACS
Profiling and posturing of user devices for compliance
Tools used: Wireshark, Infoblox, Command-FNT, Cisco ISE, Cisco WLAN Controller, DNA-Center, Active Directory, Network Service Manager, Pathfinder, PRTG, Extreme NMS, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager Console, Prime

Dec 2020 - Nov 2021

1 year

Field Engineer

AVASO Technology Solutions Denmark

Setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the corporate switched and routed network (LAN, WAN OSPF, BGP, IBGP, MPLS, MVRF; WLAN Cisco & Extreme Networks)
Incident and problem management according to ITIL V3
Service provider management and creation of change concepts
Change planning and coordination with implementation planning
Firewall configuration and management of rules, policies, and ACLs
Monitoring network traffic for security breaches and taking appropriate action
Performing routine updates, patches, and firmware upgrades for firewalls
Tools used: Check Point, Nagios, Splunk, PRTG, Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Nexus, FNT/Command, DNA-Center, Wireshark, ASR4000, CGR1000, ISR1000, HPSM, ServiceNow, JIRA, Fortinet

Jul 2019 - Dec 2020

1 year 6 months

Access and Security Specialist

Endress+Hauser

Network administration and handling of business-as-usual activities in the data network
Providing L3 network support through a ticketing tool
Incident and problem management according to ITIL V3
Setup and maintenance of the corporate switched and routed network (LAN, WAN OSPF, BGP, IBGP, MPLS, MVRF; WLAN Cisco & Extreme Networks; VoIP IPT)
Troubleshooting and provider management
Managing daily network operations nationally and internationally
Administration and troubleshooting of wireless networks
Administration of Infoblox Grid Manager (DNS, DHCP, IPAM), IP subnet migration and DNS entries, site-to-site VPN configuration
NAC, access control management, and policy management

Jun 2018 - Jul 2019

1 year 2 months

Infrastructure Engineer

Metro Group Einzelhandel

Project work at the largest Check Point customer in Germany at Metro Systems in German
Active Directory administration
Configuration and administration of Cisco WSA and Cisco Prime
Implementation of HLD, LLD, proof of concept, and technical documentation
Operation and further development of the wireless network infrastructure
Administration and configuration of Cisco routers and Catalyst switches
Support for migration and transformation projects (Blue Coat proxy to Check Point firewalls, multiple data center environment)
Rule review with AlgoSec, NAT rule creation, policy enhancement, system upgrades, site-to-site VPN configuration
RMA hardware replacement and firewall distribution in emergencies
Tools used: Fortinet, SonicWALL, Check Point, Wireshark, Meraki, Cisco ISE, Cisco WLAN Controller, ACS Server, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager Console, Prime, Active Directory, Cisco WSA, Blue Coat

Nov 2017 - Jul 2018

9 months

Infrastructure Analyst

John Deere Mannheim

Network segmentation and operational work on Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and routers
Integration of WLANs (Cisco 2500, 5500, 8500) with global roaming via Cisco Prime
WAN (OSPF, BGP, IBGP, MPLS, VRF) and LAN infrastructure management
Cisco image upgrade, software maintenance, and system monitoring
Service desk, incident, change, and release management
RMA hardware replacement and configuration recovery
Troubleshooting in complex network environments
Access security management
Tools used: Splunk, Cisco Prime, InfoBlox, Command-FNT, HP Service Manager, Active Directory, ServiceNow, Cisco ISE, Cisco WLAN Controller, Aruba ACS, Cisco ASA

Oct 2015 - Oct 2017

2 years 1 month

Provider Management

BASF Ludwigshafen

Incident, change, and release management
Second-level support for WAN, LAN, and WLAN
Installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and administration of IP network components
Maintenance and renegotiation of service contracts with WAN providers
Advice and recommendations on WAN design and hardware installations
Preparation of hardware and software procurement
Definition of task packages and monitoring of work progress
Organizing and leading meetings, approval of logs and RMA
Management of the IT team and external providers
Tools used: Active Directory, Cisco WLAN Controller, ServiceNow, JIRA, Lotus Notes, NICS CMS, MS Visio, IPAM, Proviso Monitoring

Dec 2014 - Sep 2015

10 months

Network Administrator

Samvardhana Motherson Peguform (T-Systems)

Operation and further development of the LAN/WAN network infrastructure
Administration and configuration of Cisco routers and Catalyst switches (2960, 45xx, 65xx, Nexus)
Configuration of Cisco ASA firewall systems
Incident management and software installation/updates
Tools used: Active Directory, Nagios, Cisco ISE, Cisco ASA, Cisco WLAN Controller, ACS Server, Remedy, Riverbed, IPAM

Jan 2014 - Sep 2014

9 months

Administrator

Datagroup Stuttgart

LAN architecture, VLAN and WLAN IP address planning
Installation and configuration of network components

Jun 2013 - Nov 2013

6 months

On-site

Systemadministrator

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt Stuttgart

On-site support and network management
Installation, configuration and administration of network components and applications
Support and problem analysis for incidents, escalation of incidents and requests
Monitoring and troubleshooting of systems
Network documentation and setting up network workstations
Administration of technical equipment (phones, printers, copiers)
Tools used: ELO, BMC Remedy, Cisco ISE, Cisco Works LMS, Sniffer

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

2 years

Praktikant Enterprise Architecture Management & Governance

Daimler AG Untertürkheim

1st and 2nd level support for internal end users (Windows 2008, Office XP, Lotus Notes, Outlook)
Receiving, classifying and processing incidents by phone, ticket system and email
Forwarding incidents and documentation in the Remedy ticket system
Monitoring and troubleshooting of systems
Administration of IP networks incl. remote access and setting up workstations
Administration of technical equipment (phones, printers, copiers)
Creating user profiles in Active Directory
Preparing training and presentation materials and translating documents into English

Industry experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Automotive, Manufacturing, Banking and Finance, Chemical, and Construction.

Information Technology

Automotive

Manufacturing

Banking and Finance

Chemical

Construction

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Experienced in Information Technology, Operations, Procurement, and Project Management.

Information Technology

Operations

Procurement

Project Management

Summary

I have been offering several years of professional experience in the implementation and support of IT data networks. I am also ITIL and Cisco certified (Routing, Switching and Security).

Strong experience working with customers from different industries, including automotive, manufacturing, logistics, retail, telecommunications.

I have expertise in switching and routing as well as good knowledge of firewalls and the administration of Cisco corporate wireless networks.

Extensive experience working with different modules and applications, and the ability to understand the customer's technical requirements and match them with a technical solution to avoid issues in the future.

I am an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and good intercultural competence.

I would be happy to take on new challenges.

Languages

English

Native

German

Advanced

Education

Sep 2009 - Sep 2012

Akademie für Datenverarbeitung

Business Informatics · Böblingen, Germany

Oct 2007 - Jun 2009

Fachhochschule Böblingen

Business Informatics · Böblingen, Germany

Oct 1988 - Jun 1991

University of Benin

Production Engineering · Nigeria

Certifications & licenses

Fortinet

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 14

Experience in Information Technology 4.5 y

Avg length 1 y

Longest experience 2 y 4 m

Expertise

Recent roles Network Administrator, Consultant for IT Network Planning, Interim IT Service Manager

Main industries Information Technology, Automotive, Manufacturing

Main business areas Information Technology, Operations, Procurement

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 5

Profile

Member since

April 2025

Last update

August 2026

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Eddy is based in Emmendingen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

Eddy speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced).

Eddy has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Eddy has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 14 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year. Note that Eddy may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Eddy would be well-suited for roles such as: Network Administrator, Consultant for IT Network Planning, Interim IT Service Manager.

Eddy's most recent position is Network Administrator at Knauf Bayern.

In recent years, Eddy has worked for Knauf Bayern, Finanz Informatik Technologie Service GmbH & Co. KG, PV Automotive GmbH München, Master Builders Solutions Deutschland GmbH, and Liebherr Bayern.

Eddy is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Automotive, and Manufacturing. Eddy also has some experience in Banking and Finance, Chemical, and Retail.

Eddy is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Procurement. Eddy also has some experience in Project Management.

Eddy has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Banking and Finance, and Manufacturing.

Eddy has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Project Management.

Eddy holds a Bachelor in Business Informatics from Fachhochschule Böblingen and a Bachelor in Production Engineering from University of Benin.

Eddy has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: CCNA R&S, CCNA Security, and CCNP R&S.

The availability of Eddy needs to be confirmed.

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