Systems Infrastructure Manager Resume
SUMMARY
- Results - Driven information technology professional with a proven record of success leading teams that manage systems and network infrastructure in both service provider and enterprise settings.
- Determined and resourceful problem solver who thrives on challenges and gets the job done.
- Excellent communicator with a hands-on approach to leadership and a strong desire to cultivate teamwork among associates.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Strategic & Business Planning
- Infrastructure Design
- Disaster Recovery
- Budget Development
- Data Center Management
- Project Management
- Organizational Development
- Information Security
- Process Improvement
- Cost Reduction
- Technology Migration
- Change Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Team Building & Leadership
- System Standardization
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Networking: Cisco, Juniper, F5, VMware NSX, VLANS, BGP, OSPF, ISIS, VXLAN, FabricPath, MPLS
Compute and Storage: VMware, Xenserver, KVM, Linux, Windows, SAN, Metro SAN Replication, NFS, iSCSI
Security and Monitoring: Arbor Networks, Solarwinds, VMware vRealize Operations, Veeam ONE, SEIM, AlienVault, Elasticsearch, Graylog, DDoS Mitigation
Applications and Software: Active Directory, MSSQL, IIS, Apache, DNS, SMTP
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Systems Infrastructure Manager
Confidential
Responsibilities:
- Directed project for complete DDI and IPAM solution that improved management of both DNS and DHCP for the corporate and ISP environments
- Increased use of automation to speed delivery of server builds and reduce errors
- Designed virtual infrastructure with VMware NSX to improve security and flexibility of virtual environment
- Implemented backup procedures and enhanced DR capabilities
- Led team members toward greater contributions by fostering confidence and willingness to expand skill sets
- Oversaw all aspects of project to implement a DDoS mitigation solution from product selection through installation and training
Network Engineer
Confidential
Responsibilities:
- Lead engineer for Metaswitch based IP Voice network supplying service to more than 5000 customers through a combination of SIP and MGCP endpoints.
- Designed and implemented a resilient network to support the delivery of VoIP, WAN, and Metro Ethernet services based on G.8032 Ethernet ring technology
- Streamlined network design and implemented both L2 and L3 QoS policies to improve performance while enhancing compliance with industry standards
- Engineered network core using OSPF, IS-IS, iBGP, and VRRP to improve reliability resulting in increased uptime
- Oversaw migration from physical servers to VMware resulting in more efficient hardware utilization, reduced power and cooling needs while increasing uptime
- Designed database structure for an Operations Support System for subscriber management and provisioning
- Monitored network utilization trends to forecast growth of broadband subscriber base and meet increasing bandwidth demands
- Redesigned email system serving business and residential customers for improved stability, performance, and scalability
- Led the evaluation process of equipment for VoIP and ADSL deployments
Senior Systems Engineer
Confidential, Lexington, Kentucky
Responsibilities:
- Analyzed and implemented changes to several midsize enterprise networks to locate and eliminate issues, improve performance, and increase resiliency
- Planned and performed installations and upgrades to client VMware, SAN, and network infrastructure
- Participated in network and physical security assessments
Sales Associate
Confidential, Lexington, Kentucky
Responsibilities:
- Managed accounts, registered new customers, informed customers of service offerings, serviced existing accounts, and provided installation support
- Redesigned network topology for increased security and reliability
- Implemented ticketing system to improve response time and improve collaboration among technical support staff