John Merlino

About John Merlino

Innovative Network Engineer with demonstrated success in delivering large-scale and global infrastructure projects, including the network architecture, design and implementation of cutting edge technologies. Single source full service provider from pre-sales, engineering, through deployment and tech transfer. Applies in-depth knowledge of networking technologies, architecture and platforms to the strategic benefit of the organization. Excellent communicator able to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues; strong customer-facing and presentation skills comfortable interacting with C-level Executives. Analytical and resourceful problem-solver capable of troubleshooting to isolate and promptly resolve issues to sustain maximum productivity, and minimize downtime. Works extremely well in a high pressure environment, and specializes in the financial and pharmaceutical industriesSpecialties: Design, Implementation, and Turn Key Voice, Video, Audio, And Data SystemsLAN, WAN, VPN, Encryption, TACACS, Authentication, PKI, Redunadancy. Security, MPLS, Routing, Firewalls, Switching, ACE Load Balancing, Cisco UCS Solution, Checkpoint Firewalls, F5 Load Balancers, Virtualization - VMware, Global Deployments, Cisco Nexus Solutions.

Experience

1. Lead Technical Architect - Network

   ePlus inc.

   Dec 2025 — Present · US

Skills

• Juniper
• Virtualization
• Network Architecture
• Cisco Technologies
• Vmware
• Infrastructure
• Networking
• Palo Alto Firewalls
• Network Design
• A10 Load Balancers
• Load Balancing
• Security
• Cisco Ios
• Dmvpn
• Wan
• F5 Load Balancers
• Firewalls
• Bgp
• Data Center
• Technical Support
• Network Security
• Vpn
• Checkpoint
• Network Engineering
• Routing
• Switches
• Mpls
• Disaster Recovery
• Cisco Nexus
• Wireless
• Troubleshooting
• Checkpoint Firewalls
• Lan-Wan
• System Deployment