Andrew Backus

About Andrew Backus

Network Professional Cisco CCIE R&S #2425 with a passion for automation platform development (Python, Postgres, PHP, Linux, Tufin).

Experience

1. Senior Software Security Engineer

   PwC

   Jul 2018 — Present · US

   At PwC, automating security solutions for firewall policy management has been a rewarding yet challenging journey. The constant pursuit of improvement has led us to collaboratively engage with our network and security vendors, shaping solutions that not only bolster our security posture but also position our firm at the forefront of forward-thinking strategies.Within my tight-knit team, we embrace the challenge with enthusiasm. Our select group is driven by a collective creative energy that thrives on identifying and addressing obstacles in bold and realistic ways. Importantly, we make sure our innovative approach doesn\'t compromise stability or operational efficiency.It\'s this unique combination of tackling challenges head-on, staying at the cutting edge of technology, and maintaining operational excellence that defines our team\'s ethos. We take pride in our ability to navigate the intricate landscape of security automation, ensuring our solutions not only meet the current demands but also lay the foundation for future advancements.

Education

• Texas A&M University

  BS, Electrical Engineering

  1981 — 1985

Skills

• Ccie
• Unified Communications
• Domain Name System (Dns)
• Tcp/Ip
• IT Management
• Load Balancing
• Ospf
• Network Architecture
• Routing
• Dns
• Eigrp
• Integration
• Cisco Routers
• Network Communications
• Vpn
• Juniper Technologies
• Security
• Cisco Ios
• Infrastructure
• System Deployment
• Servers
• Telecommunications
• Cisco Call Manager
• Cisco Systems Products
• Switches
• Networking
• Disaster Recovery
• Ccie Routing and Switching
• Routers
• Wan
• Cisco Technologies
• Ethernet
• Voip
• Data Center
• Computer Network Operations
• Network Administration
• Juniper
• Mpls
• Qos
• Cisco Nexus