OPEN TO OPPORTUNITIES—INTERNSHIP · CO-OP · FULL-TIME
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MATHEW
GODDARD

Jr. Network Engineer · Automation Builder · Network Administrator

Boston, MA · Bridgewater State University · Expected May 2027

CCNAPython AutomationCisco Catalyst 9300Cisco ISENetBoxGitLinuxREST APIs
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I'm a 21-year-old network engineer studying CyberSecurity at Bridgewater State University (graduating May 2027). Since October 2023 I've been the university's Network Apprentice — where I built BSU's automation infrastructure from scratch.

I write Python tools that talk to devices via APIs, automate ops tasks, and keep infrastructure documented in real time. The future of networking is programmability — and I'm building toward that right now.

21
years old
2+
yrs hands-on
∞
homelab hrs
BSU
cybersec BS
Technical Skills02 / 06
Cisco InfrastructureNET
Catalyst 9300, WLCs, DNA Center, ISE
88%
Python AutomationPY
Netmiko, REST APIs, config auditing, reports
82%
NetBox & IPAMAPI
Auto-populating inventory via API integration
78%
Core Network ServicesSVC
DHCP, DNS, VLAN, fiber optic, L1–L3
85%
MonitoringOBS
PRTG — alerting, diagnostics, uptime tracking
74%
Linux & GitOS
CLI, cron, process mgmt, version control
76%
Network Automation Work03 / 06
bsu-netauto / scripts/ — pioneered at Bridgewater State University
💾Config Backup & Compliance Auditor

Automated daily backups of Cisco IOS device configs. Runs diff checks to detect unauthorized changes and flags compliance drift — replacing a fully manual process.

PythonNetmikoCisco IOSGit
🔗Topology Discovery via CDP/LLDP

Queries live devices using CDP and LLDP to automatically discover and document network topology — no manual diagramming required.

PythonCDPLLDPREST API
🗄️NetBox Auto-Population

Devices, interfaces, management IPs, and roles are automatically kept in sync with NetBox. Eliminated stale inventory data across the campus network.

PythonNetBox APIJSONIPAM
📊HTML Report Generator

Generates rich HTML reports for config diffs, SPAN/rSPAN sessions, uptime verification, VLAN mismatches, power thresholds, and port-level error analysis.

PythonHTMLLog ParsingSPAN
Experience04 / 06
Oct 2023 — Present
Bridgewater, MA
Network Apprentice
Bridgewater State University · ResNet
  • ›Provide technical support and network services for students in on-campus housing, ensuring seamless connectivity across academic, entertainment, and personal devices.
  • ›Pioneered BSU's automation infrastructure — developed Python-based tools for device backups, configuration auditing, and real-time network visibility through NetBox integration.
  • ›Maintain and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches, 5508 WLCs, and Cisco DNA Center in a live production environment.
  • ›Manage Cisco ISE for access control, policy management, and device profiling across campus.
  • ›Administer core services (DHCP/DNS), perform fiber optic and structured cabling work, and support Axis IP camera infrastructure.
Certifications & Education05 / 06
CCNA
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cisco Systems
IN PROGRESS
BS
Bachelor of Science — CyberSecurity
Bridgewater State University · Expected May 2027
IN PROGRESS
ISE
Cisco ISE — Access Control & Policy
Hands-on production experience · BSU
PRACTICAL
HL
Homelab Networking
Self-directed — routing, switching, VLANs, automation
ONGOING
Get in Touch06 / 06

I'm actively looking for opportunities — internships, co-ops, or full-time roles in network engineering or automation. I'm 21, driven, and already building production systems. If you're looking for someone who learns fast and ships real work, let's talk.

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