SUMMARY:

Expertise in Active Directory, Server Hardware, RAID configurations, Cisco; Design, Installations, Implementation, Administration, and Repair in LAN/WAN environment; Experience with Network Operations, Rack and stack, Cabling; Experience with Managing Networks alone or with a team.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

• Microsoft Active Directory / VB scripts
• Windows 2008 / 2012 R2
• Network Management
• Providing documentation - SOPs
• Veritas/Symantec Backup Exec
• Cisco IOS/switches/routers
• Networking / TCP/IP / Subnetting
• Server Hardware/Cisco Installations
• VLANS, VTP, STP
• Solar Winds / Paessler Network Monitoring

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Confidential, Middletown, NJ

Consulting Engineer - Lab Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Implement new virtual servers in VMWare and Physical Servers Windows 2012, 2008
• Configure, install, and support all Servers and RAID hardware in NOC Labs.
• Configure VLAN and CAT 6 cabling.
• Provide detailed documentation for management approval.
• Provide Inventory reports for management regarding all equipment in labs.

Confidential, Dayton, NJ

Senior Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Created, implemented and completed project for all new intersite links
• Active Directory - All New Accounts,Groups,GPOs, NTFS permissions,DHCP scopes,DNS
• Hardware and Software support for all Microsoft 2008 and 2012 servers.
• Designed, Implemented, and completed all new VLAN creations (created subnets)
• End user provisioning and Desktop creation and support Windows 7,8,10
• Symantec Endpoint Protection Antivirus Strategy
• Backup all Microsoft Servers using Symantec Backup Exec and Carbonite.
• Created VB scripts for automating Active Directory and CACLs (NTFS Permissions).
• Created 2008 R2 Remote Apps and Terminal Services for JD Edwards Project
• Implemented Dell Wyse Thin clients for use in Warehouse. Supported Intermec handhelds.
• Installed and Maintained all Networking equipment Wireless and Wired (Cisco Wireless APs, Confidential Procurve switches, and Cisco switches, all cabling CAT 6 and Fiber)
• Implemented Dell SonicWall firewall, VPN, and Barracuda email firewall.
• Implemented Network Monitoring using Paessler PRTG, SonicWall, and Wireshark.

Confidential, Union, NJ

Senior IT Security Administrator

Responsibilities:

• End user povisioning and Tier 2 support.
• Designed and implemented Identity Management plan and created SOP documentation.
• Create All Accounts, Groups, in Active Directory, and NTFS permissions.
• Create All DNS, DHCP and IP entries in Proteus Blue Cat DNS.
• Create and manage VPN Accounts in Cisco ACS and issue tokens in RSA.
• Administer proxy groups in Blue Coat Proxy.
• Monitor Network and Enterprise for Activity in Change Auditor /Active Directory cleanups.
• Create VB scripts for additions to Active Directory and CACLs (NTFS Permissions).

Confidential, Madison, NJ

Consulting Engineer-LAN Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Supported Network Operation Center and 400,000 sq. ft. facility for 1200 + users.
• Supported all Cisco hardware supporting LAN.
• Designed and Configured Microsoft Windows 2008 R2, Server hardware, and Active Directory.
• Arranged activity schedules with project managers and architects.
• Racked and stacked new Cisco 3550 rack switches, installed fiber and RJ45 cabling.
• Supported wireless WLAN network.
• Coordinated with contractors and vendors during restructuring period.
• Design, configure, and test new VLANs with team according to Confidential standards.
• Create and maintain network documentation including Visio diagrams and network maps.
• Responded to client issues using Confidential Openview Service Center 6.2 trouble ticket system.
• Support Installation of Cisco 7942 and Cisco 7962 VOIP phones.

Confidential, Murray Hill, NJ

Consulting Engineer-LAN Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Implement new virtual servers in VMWare VSphere ESX 4.0 to migrate standalone units.
• Configure, install, and support IBM Blade servers and SCSI RAID hardware in NOC.
• Install Cisco IOS on switches.
• Provide detailed documentation for HIPAA approval.
• Monitor Cisco devices, network, and servers using Solar Winds Network Monitoring software.

Confidential, Oceanport, NJ

Technical Support Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Initiated sessions with clients; Analyzed event log and database files from client for errors.
• Instructed clients on proper software usage and provided answers to questions.

Confidential, Newark, NJ

Senior Network Specialist-Telecom and Networks

Responsibilities:

• Assisted Network Security Manager with Cisco installations.
• Implemented Paessler PRTG Network Monitor monitoring and notification software.
• Monitored network services and activity on 1000 Cisco devices, Microsoft and UNIX servers throughout campus and generated network performance reports.
• Optimized scripts used for notification system for email, BlackBerry® smartphones, and beepers.
• Responsible for Microsoft Active Directory Accounts, OU’s, and Group Policies.
• Installed, maintained, and upgraded RAID server hardware, software, and operating systems.
• Member of Thin Computing Committee.
• Evaluated Thin client hardware supplied by Dell, Confidential, and WYSE.
• Created virtual environments using VMware Server 3.5 to deploy Server 2008 Terminal Services Servers and Windows Thin clients.
• Implemented McAfee Antivirus EPO 4.0 server to distribute antivirus software to entire domain.
• Provided documentation, instruction, presentations, recommendations and proposals for various projects.

Confidential, Bridgewater, NJ

Network Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Administering 13 sites, Cisco routers and switches, 50+ Windows 2003 Servers, and 5000+ Windows XP workstations.
• Designed Microsoft Active Directory and network structure.
• Engineered and Implemented Veritas/ Symantec Backup Exec backups.
• Created TFTP server to backup and restore Cisco switch and router configurations.
• Provided network topology information to management.
• Created NAT entries and ACL’s on Cisco Pix 515 hardware firewall.
• Administered VLAN memberships on Cisco Switches.
• Coordinated projects and daily activities with Network Manager.
• Coordinated with 6 Desktop Technicians to resolve problems reported by faculty and staff.
• Responded to and resolved issues with servers, network outages, and equipment failures.
• Installed new Windows 2003 Domain Controllers Confidential sites.
• Configured Sophos Enterprise Console for distribution of Antivirus Software.
• Provided documentation and training to members of department.
• Coordinated with Subcontractors and consulting firms on projects and issues (Promedia, Transnet, Verizon, Cablevision).