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Network & Security Architect with over 8 years of experience in the design and operation of multi-site infrastructures in critical environments.
Specialized in Cisco Meraki (SD-WAN, LAN, WLAN) and Fortinet FortiGate (flow security, advanced inspection, VPN, high availability).
Expertise in LAN/WAN/SD-WAN architecture, HLD/LLD writing, platform standardization, WAN migrations (MPLS → SD-WAN), and large-scale deployments.
Accustomed to large enterprise contexts and environments with high availability and security stakes, I am versatile and rigorous; I combine advanced technical skills with project management, particularly in team leadership and large-scale infrastructure migration.
French
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Italian
Native or bilingual
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- Louis VuittonL4 Network ArchitectLUXURY GOODSAugust 2022 - February 2026 (3 years and 6 months)Paris, France• Design and evolution of network and security architectures for international multi-site environments• Definition and maintenance of architecture standards (LAN, Wi-Fi, WAN/SD-WAN)• Writing of HLD, LLD, DSD deliverables• Management of WAN migrations (MPLS → Meraki SD-WAN)• Integration of the FortiGate security component for inter-site and Internet traffic protection• Definition of security policies (segmentation, filtering, NAT, UTM inspection)• Design of IPsec and SSL VPN architectures• Implementation of FortiGate HA architectures for critical sites• Qualification of equipment and firmware versions (POC, tests, validation)• Integration of IoT equipment with definition of security rules• Collaboration with support teams and contribution to the group's network & security strategy
- Deimos TélécomNetwork Engineer / ArchitectSeptember 2012 - August 2022 (9 years and 11 months)• Design of LAN / WLAN / SD-WAN architectures for large enterprise clients• Writing of project deliverables HLD, LLD, DSD• Deployment of multi-site Cisco Meraki SD-WAN solutions• Implementation of test and validation platforms before production• Industrialization of deployments via templates and scripts• Participation in large-scale WAN migration projects (e.g., Adecco > 1000 sites)• Integration of Aruba and Cisco LAN/WLAN solutions according to contexts• Coordination of technical deployments and advanced support• Design and deployment of Meraki LAN / WAN / Wi-Fi / SD WAN architectures
- SERA Security SystemsMaintenance ManagerJanuary 2007 - January 2011 (4 years)Italy• Supervision of network and security infrastructures• Management of maintenance operations and deployment projects• Technical support and IT asset management
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Education
- Engineering Training Cisco Meraki Solutions ECMS 1 & 2Fast Lane2016Formation Engineering Cisco Meraki Solutions ECMS 1 & 2
- Master 2 Networks & TelecomsTélécom Sud ParisMaster 2 Réseaux & Télécoms
Certifications
- Ekahau ECSE DesignEkahau2025
- CCNACisco2003