Melvin Vitatoe
About Melvin Vitatoe
Melvin Vitatoe is a Network Engineer with extensive experience in deploying WAN infrastructure and managing telecommunications systems. He has worked for various organizations, including the United States Air Force and Arnold & Porter, where he has implemented advanced network protocols and unified communications solutions.
Work at Arnold & Porter
Melvin Vitatoe has been employed as a Network Engineer at Arnold & Porter since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for managing and maintaining the firm's network infrastructure. His work includes providing 24/7 on-call support for both domestic and international sites, ensuring continuous network operations. Vitatoe's expertise in advanced networking protocols and infrastructure design contributes to the firm's operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Network Engineering
Before joining Arnold & Porter, Melvin Vitatoe worked at Dimension Data as a Network Engineer Consultant from 2012 to 2015. He also held the position of Network Engineer at Marriott Hotels for 11 months in 2016. His earlier experience includes serving as a Telecommunications Maintenance Journeyman in the United States Air Force from 2002 to 2008, where he developed foundational skills in telecommunications.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Melvin Vitatoe has deployed a wide area network (WAN) infrastructure utilizing advanced protocols such as EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS. He designed and implemented a comprehensive Unified Communications infrastructure, incorporating technologies like CUCM 10.5.1, CUC, CER, CUPS, and CUBE. Additionally, he has implemented a robust firewall infrastructure featuring ASA-55XX NGFW and Cisco Firepower IPS.
Telecommunications System Migration
Vitatoe successfully migrated his company's telecommunication system from a legacy T1 ISDN PRI infrastructure to SIP trunks. This migration improved outbound call processing and enhanced the overall efficiency of the communication system. His work in this area demonstrates his capability to modernize and optimize network operations.
Change Management and ITIL Standards
In his current role, Melvin Vitatoe conducts and presents regular IT changes before the Change Advisory Board in accordance with ITIL standards. This responsibility highlights his involvement in change management processes, ensuring that network changes are systematically evaluated and approved to minimize disruptions.