Rich Pomrenke is a seasoned Principal Engineer II at Charter Communications, bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in service provider testing, design, and architecture. His expertise spans critical areas such as Core Backbone, Point of Presence (POP) networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and Security...
Rich Pomrenke is a seasoned Principal Engineer II at Charter Communications, bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in service provider testing, design, and architecture. His expertise spans critical areas such as Core Backbone, Point of Presence (POP) networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and Security Services, making him a pivotal figure in the evolution of next-generation service design and implementation. Rich’s proficiency in advanced networking technologies, including IP, MPLS, BGP, and SDN, positions him as a leader in the field, particularly in the context of Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) network security.
In his current role, Rich is instrumental in the setup and configuration of AWS cloud infrastructure, where he manages a diverse array of services such as EC2 instances, RDS databases, and Elastic Kubernetes Services (EKS). His responsibilities extend to ensuring robust security and routing over AWS PrivateLink, facilitating seamless integration between AWS Cloud and on-premise services. Rich's hands-on experience with Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), Route53, and Step Functions showcases his commitment to optimizing cloud performance and reliability.
Rich's skill set is further enhanced by his familiarity with industry-leading technologies, including Nokia 7750 and Cisco Systems products, alongside his adeptness in Docker and virtualization solutions. His leadership capabilities and group collaboration skills have made him a respected mentor within his team, fostering an environment of innovation and excellence. As he continues to drive key projects at Charter Communications, Rich remains dedicated to leveraging his deep knowledge of network architecture and cloud technologies to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving demands of the telecommunications industry.