OBJECTIVE:

• Seeking a challenging position in a technology company or in a school district where I can utilize my skills and experience to help create value in Washington DC area in following titles:

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to quickly learn and apply broad array of technologies.
• Ability to handle competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Has a strong sense of leadership, ownership, urgency, and drive.
• Research and recommend software/hardware solutions for business initiatives.
• Ability to create, implement and enforce strategy and policies to enhance efficiency.
• Ability to grow and mentor new and existing staff members to be productive leaders.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Strong background in information technology and network administration including installation of Desktop OS': Windows 3.11 to Windows 8 and Network OS': NT 4.0 to Windows 2008 Server Intermediate knowledge of Linux server and Exchange 2007 Server.
• Linux based web site administration with CPanel and web site development using Joomla, Drupal and Concrete 5 Content Management Systems utilizing Photoshop CS3
• Windows 20003, 2008 Active Directory network system design, deployment, policy implementation and troubleshooting
• Experienced in desktop hardware and software troubleshooting in hardwired and wireless settings.
• School Management System SIS, MMS and PowerSchool and Learning Management System Study Island administration.
• Internet connection sharing Cproxy, Allegra Surf, Microsoft ISA Server and Firewall management SonicWALL, COMODO Firewall and ZoneAlarm
• Virus and malware protection software including Symantec Enterprise Antivirus, Kaspersky Antivirus, Avast Pro Antivirus, McAfee Antivirus and AVG Antivirus
• Thorough understanding of network protocols including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, SMTP, Telnet and FTP and remote administration.
• Experienced project manager with Microsoft Project
• Experienced in managing network printing in enterprise environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

PROFFESIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Systems Administrator

Confidential

• Responsible for building, implementing, testing, and maintaining project web sites and develop content using Joomla, Drupal and Concrete5 content management systems, provides direct support staff and customers for a wide range of web-related issues, trains and mentors web administrators and editors, leads web development and IT projects from initial concepts to launch, includes both cross-organizational project teams as well as smaller initiatives, tests, and implements Joomla and Drupal plugins and related functionality.

Network and Student Information System Consultant

Confidential

• Gathers feedback from client schools for SIS and lead the design and planning of student information system software updates with programmers, work closely with member schools to understand information technology needs in order to develop IT strategy, and propose solution options including advice on design, implementation, tools, scalability, system performance, dependencies, build strong client relationships and facilitate client workshops and meetings, support marketing, people management and hiring efforts, support vendor evaluation and decisions on technology investments.

Network and Database Administrator

Confidential

• Responsible for ensuring and monitoring the reliability of network infrastructure, wireless connectivity, and Internet connection, installs two Windows 2003 Server domain controllers, creates mass user accounts and shared folders and set quotas, organizational units and group policies for students, teachers and administrators. Defines, students, teachers, classes and courses in Student Information System, evaluates student schedule needs and creates student and teacher schedules, overview grades, prepare state and student reports, updates school website and news. Provides face-to-face and online training to students and staff. Runs Computer Club training high school students toward MCP and Network certificates. Creates back up for student accounts, student information software, and web site on regular bases. Defines rules for SonicWall firewall and monitors information security. Introduced and implemented Study Island Learning Management System.

Hardware Technician

Confidential

• Responsible for upgrading HES gas station's full IT system overnight: Reviews site survey note and discrepancies. Installs Jaguar and Sargent in permanent positions. Installs Fuel hardware GSM, CatCom, etc. in permanent positions. Runs all cables needed for connections. Verifies Money Order, Safe, Pumps, ICR's and Credit/Debit functionality on the existing equipment. Verifies the network configuration matches the site layout. Verifies all downloads have been received and processed. Connects fuel interfaces including the Jaguar and verify fuel and ICR's are online. Installs new server in its permanent position and reinitializes payroll files. Installs new POS Point of Sale terminals in permanent position and verifies network and peripherals on all terminals. Connects Cash Drawer, Scanner, Receipt Printer, Safe, Customer Display, Car Wash, Money Order and Pin Pad to POS. Confirms all nodes are online. Latest fuel configuration file is dropped and processed. Opens shift and tests Credit, Debit, Scanning, and Printing on each POS. Reviews the installation checklist with the manager on duty.

Systems Administrator

Confidential

• Responsible for flawless operation of local area network and school information services
• Designs, sets up and configured hard wired and wireless network installing Linksys wireless routers and access points. Installs Windows 2003 Standard Server and created group policies and shares for staff and students in Active Directory. Installs network printers. Manages student and staff computers and including troubleshooting, repair, and inventory management. Works closely with vendors to resolve network, computing, and audio-visual problems. Responds to day-to-day technical support requests from students and staff and assists as needed with school events requiring technology. Installs, configures and maintains school database system Student Information System defining schedules for students and teachers. Creates state required reports and quarterly student reports. Manages school's web site and updates daily. Define rules, manages and maintain software firewall.

Network Administrator

Confidential

• Designs, sets up, configures, and supports local area network including a computer lab.
• Promotes NT 4.0 Domain to Windows 2000 Domain. Upgrades NT 4.0 workstations to Windows 2000. Defines user policies in Active Directory, creates and maintains user logins and passwords. Creates shares folders for students and staff. Shares internet connection using Microsoft Proxy and ISA server. Performs network integration and system tests. Investigates and resolves day-to-day computer software and hardware problems. Instructs staff and students on the use of computers, network equipment, software, and manuals. Manages schools web site and installs CGI scripts as necessary. Diagnoses hardware problems with routers, switches, printers and cables. Maintained and managed student information system Modular Management System and provided training to staff. Created schedules for students and staff, prepared state and student reports.