TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL

• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer 10 years of experience in Windows Servers from NT4 through 2012 File server, IIS, SQL, SharePoint 2010, Exchange 2010 and Lync Server 2010 installations, troubleshooting and technical management for multiple Windows Networks in an intensive networked environment.
• Technical Expertise: Well versed in AD, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, SNMP, VOIP Cisco and Shortel administration. Project Planning and Management: Proven ability to plan, organize, and lead technical projects/teams in corporate areas.
• Technical Support and Training: MCSE with continued study in Servers up to and including 2012, CCNA first of two classes , experience in installation and management of Cisco POE and non-POE switches, some Sonic Wall and Juniper, workstations from Windows 98 up to and including Windows 8.1.

Work Experience:

Confidential

IT Administrator

Hired to rebuild network from the ground up. Saved the company 13,000 first month I was there by the installation of two APC UPS's with monitoring and air temp sensors, removed years of accumulated waste from site for 65 charge. Rebuilding Active Directory structure consolidating a dual-domain network into a single domain, rebuilding entire 25-year old Analog phone system, into a newer more modern one that works, user support/education/training in Newberg/India/Europe and Sweden. Computer support, Cisco switches, Cisco Meraki, wireless AP's, entire network is being rebuilt and updated.

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Network Administrator

One of three network administrators supporting several 24x7 live web sites, 100 servers, 8 remote sites, and two non-trusted domain networks. This is a Microsoft shop, running Windows Servers 2000-2012, SQL and IIS, Exchange 2010, SharePoint 2010, Lync 2010, with Cisco routers and Catalyst switches. I also support 50 users running Windows 7 or 8.1 - with Office 2013 and other standard office programs. Responsible for new projects SharePoint 2010, Lync 2010, Systems Center 2010 , the conversion of Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2010. Sharepoint 2010 Administration has now been turned over to me. I helped replace their analog phone system by implementing and maintaining the VOIP ShoreTel system saving the company 20 immediately on their monthly telephone bills , also helped install, network and maintain a NetApp NAS device using ISCSI for backup and replication to our DR site. Installed VMware servers ESxi and HyperV, converting their 2003 IIS server to virtualized 2012R2 Hper-V server. Brought in and configured Whats Up Pro, network monitoring for instant notification of network issues. We run Anti-Virus Products Trend, Vipre and remote VPN connections I provide excellent customer service to our users, our vendors, and our subscribers.

Confidential

Network Administrator

This position consisted of hardware/software/network maintenance of 5 sites for a Windows network using Active Directory, TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, DHCP, RAID and Group Policies. I installed and maintained a REO SAN backup solution, utilizing Backup Exec. I loaded, and networked new servers Dell Power Edge . I was responsible for the email system, Exchange Server 2003, and connectivity of all sites, utilizing T1 lines. There were a total of 9 servers, and about 85 clients attached to the network. I was responsible for the VOIP telephone system, Cisco Call Manager and Interaction Client for voicemail.

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Network Administrator

This position consisted of hardware/software/network maintenance of 4 sites in Canada and 4 in the US for a Windows network utilizing AD, TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, DHCP, RAID, Exchange 2000, and Citrix. I installed and maintained a Cisco wireless WAN with controller. Responsible for the upgrading of switches, UPS's, servers, and software at all sites, which required travel. I purchased, loaded, and networked Dell Power Edge servers with Windows Server 2000 through 2003, switches 3Com and APC's UPS's. I was responsible for the backup solution Veritas Backup Exec to tapes . I was also responsible for the connectivity of all sites, utilizing T1 lines and Citirx. There were a total of 45 servers, and about 150 clients attached to the network.

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Network Admin/Tech Support

This position consisted of hardware/software/network maintenance of all computers Win XP and servers Windows 2003 and Exchange 2003 . I created a baseline of the network using Fluke tools, maintained switches, routers and the Sonic Wall firewall. Troubleshoot and repair any problems on servers and the network. Investigate and bring into the network new hardware/software to help enhance performance. I brought in TrackIt for tracking of all help desk functions and Fluke Console and Etherscope for network connectivity issues. I helped implement a new VOIP system using the Mitel Phone system.

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Network Admin/Tech Support

I was responsible for the network, server, 15 company computers, and various broker computers brought in and connected to the network. We used DHCP, WINS, DNS and web mail. I was responsible for keeping everything running, hardware/software upgrading the network keeping the brokers web pages updated. Under my responsibilities were the new voice mail system DuVoice set up on a Toshiba phone system, which included the initial setup and configuration of telephones and greetings, security and fire alarm systems.

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Network Administrator

I was initially hired as PC Tech then promoted to the head Network Admin after 4 months. I rebuilt the network from the wiring up. I assembled and installed new Compaq Proliant Servers. I also purchased, installed, and configured Baystack hubs/switches and cable management system. I purchased/installed Exchange Server 5.5. The network used TCP/IP, DHCP, WINS, and DNS. I created a disaster recovery plan, enhanced backup system using Compaq Jukebox w/Veritas Backup Exec, installed Norton Server/Client and documented the network and servers. I was responsible for daily administration, special projects, all hardware, software, networking solutions and upgrades for servers, 120 client computers, printers, and peripherals. Implemented computerized inventory of software and hardware and tracking of software licenses Track-It .