Erik Sorensen
Designing enterprise-grade network infrastructures and crafting innovative solutions through advanced engineering. Passionate about building robust, scalable systems that power the digital future with precision and reliability.
Industry Recognition
Validated expertise in network engineering, enterprise infrastructure, and cybersecurity through industry-leading certifications from Cisco and CompTIA.
CCNA
Foundational networking expertise covering network fundamentals, IP connectivity, security fundamentals, and automation. Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of modern networking technologies.
CCNP Enterprise
Advanced enterprise networking skills including dual stack architecture, virtualization, infrastructure design, network assurance, security integration, and automation technologies.
CASP+
Advanced cybersecurity expertise for enterprise environments, including risk analysis, security architecture design, incident response, and security engineering practices.
Experience & Background
From competitive robotics to enterprise networking, building expertise through hands-on experience and continuous innovation.
FRC Team 3357 Comets
Participated in the prestigious FIRST Robotics Competition, developing critical skills in engineering, programming, and collaborative problem-solving. Gained hands-on experience with complex systems integration, real-time decision making, and innovative engineering solutions.
Network Engineering Expertise
Specialized in designing and implementing enterprise-grade network infrastructures with focus on scalability, security, and performance optimization. Expertise spans campus networks to data center architectures, with deep knowledge of routing protocols and automation.
Software Development
Bridging network engineering with software development, creating sophisticated tools and applications that enhance network management and monitoring. Proficient in multiple programming languages with expertise in system-level programming.
Core Competencies
Comprehensive skill set spanning network engineering, cybersecurity, software development, and infrastructure management with cutting-edge expertise.
Network Engineering
Enterprise routing & switching, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, SD-WAN, and network design optimization for high-availability environments.
Cybersecurity
Network security architecture, firewall management, intrusion detection, vulnerability assessment, and comprehensive security policy implementation.
Software Development
Full-stack development, system programming, network automation, API development, and DevOps practices for infrastructure as code.
Infrastructure Management
Data center operations, virtualization technologies, cloud integration, monitoring systems, and performance optimization.
Network Automation
Python scripting, Ansible automation, network orchestration, automated configuration management, and intelligent monitoring solutions.
System Integration
Hardware-software integration, embedded systems, IoT networking, and complex system troubleshooting from robotics experience.
Signature Projects
Showcasing technical expertise through innovative projects that demonstrate advanced engineering capabilities and creative problem-solving.
Minecraft Megaproject
An extensive survival world featuring massive architectural constructions, automated redstone farms, and intricate transportation networks. This project demonstrates long-term planning, resource management, and complex system design principles.
Key Features:
- Massive city complexes with detailed infrastructure
- Automated farms and resource processing systems
- Complex redstone circuitry and logic systems
- Transportation networks spanning thousands of blocks
- Architectural marvels showcasing design expertise
Advanced C++ Router
A comprehensive routing implementation built from the ground up in C++, featuring advanced packet processing, dynamic routing algorithms, and multi-protocol support. Demonstrates deep understanding of network protocols and system programming.
Technical Highlights:
- Custom packet processing engine with zero-copy optimization
- Implementation of OSPF and BGP routing protocols
- Multi-threaded architecture for high throughput
- Advanced memory management and performance optimization
- Comprehensive logging and debugging capabilities
Let's Connect
Ready to discuss network infrastructure, development projects, or collaboration opportunities. Let's build something amazing together.