SUMMARY:

• Helped resolve issues with the network and virtual system as a result of the company split
• Worked on help desk tickets created during and as a result of the company split
• Responsible for managing and maintaining the local LAN architecture and virtual network
• Managed and maintained servers and 100+ desktops
• Acted as liaison with consultants and vendors
• Reduced average trouble tickets from 60+ to an average of 20
• Created a map of the network to track and locate PCs
• Started an e - waste project for removal of outdated PCs, servers, etc.
• Redesigned and reconfigured conference room AV system.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Servers: Active Directory 2010, Exchange 2010, SQL 2010, AX, AxTraxNG, VM Ware, File Server, Print ServerServer 2010, 2012 R2, XP, Windows 7 & Windows 10, Office 2010, Barracuda, iPrism, Cisco VPNResponsible for manage and maintaining MasterCan, SmartCam, Catia, Enovia, Vericut, NX, Mori LPS vi & vii, Memex Merlin, Hexagon Metrology, CodeProofLicense Sever; CGTech, Dassault Systems, ICAM, HASP, Vericut, NX, Atlas

Servers, PCs, Laptops, Desktops, Wi: Fi, VPN access, Pallet Controllers, Alarm and Security Systems.

Servers, desktops, laptops: HP, Dell

Printers, print servers, copiers: HP, Zebra, RicohMisc.; iPrism Secure Web Gateway, Meraki WAP s, AV Systems; Polycom and Tandberg Video Conference System, TattleTale security

Software: MS Office, Kaseya, Barracuda Backup

Misc.: ExoStar, M-Pulse, Net-Inspect

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Systems Engineer / Network Admin / IT Manager

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing and maintaining the LAN/WAN architecture.
• Started with 20+ 2003 servers running several applications each. Migrated and upgraded the servers to 2008 R2 and 2012 R2 servers with each application running on its own platform.
• Manage two campuses, three sites and two offices, as well as offsite employees.
• Replaced outdated firewalls, routers, SPAM appliances, web servers, file servers, exchange servers, backup solution, Wi-Fi APs, CCTV security system, network switches, and SSL appliances.
• Added a second ISP for failover, and a third for guest internet access.
• Managed the MPLS between two main locations, as well as architect a new MPLS backbone to all locations with a VPN failover going through second ISP.
• Acted as liaison with consultants and vendors.
• Averaged a 99% uptime of network and servers. In 2014 Q1 achieved the first 100% uptime quarter in 10 years.
• Relocated a site from old location to new. Improvements included; Improved AV system, adding wired network, firewall with VPN tunnel back to cooperate headquarters, AD server, guest network, doubling the POTs lines, and a cooperate and guest wireless.
• Upgraded Active Directory servers from
• Managed the replacement of failing roof top AC unit for main server room.
• Added separate guest network for users personal devices, guest internet access and test network.
• Oversaw deployment of LiveCycle server, SharePoint server, SQL server, Exchange servers
• Completed yearly White hat audit for improvement based on results.
• Rewired server room rack and reorganized for better organization, performance and flow, added additional network drops to main office.
• Oversaw the consolidation of six 2003 Exchange servers to two 2010 Exchange servers.
• Consolidated and reorganized file servers
• Restructured the server and PC naming structure, IP subnets and grouping
• Distribution and upgrade of Secure USB drives, PCs and laptops, cell phones
• Completed Confidential audit with a 5 out of 6.
• Started an e-waste project for removal of outdated PCs, servers, etc.
• Updated and kept cell phone list current with users.

Confidential | Vancouver WA

Network Admin / Systems Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing and maintaining the LAN/MAN/WAN architecture.
• Began with five servers multi-tasking several applications each, and migrated it to over 35 servers.
• Manage two campuses, and three sites, as well as several road warriors.
• Mapped out a VLAN solution to migrate from a single subnet to a more organized multilevel network.
• Expanded the physical network from three telco racks to a six cabinet system.
• Migrated from a frame relay network to a DSL network connected by VPN tunneling.
• Designed and managed the install of fiber optic, high and low voltage wiring to the server room.
• Designed and managed the installation of the data room UPS and generator hookup failover system.
• Mapped, designed and over saw the setup and install of a roof tower for a wireless microwave backhaul system, as well as a secondary failover microwave.
• Setup and managed a computer room.
• Managed and maintained connections with ISP’s and phone line providers.
• Acted as liaison with consultants and vendors.

Confidential

Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Designed the Fire/Life/Safety system backbone network for the Novellus campus.
• Worked with VAR to procure hardware for installation
• Worked with Project Leads to Site Foreman to insure correct placement on hardware.

Confidential

Software/Hardware Testing Engineer, Programmer

Responsibilities:

• Worked in the test lab evaluating hardware, software and drivers for new NIC card designs.
• Redesigned the test group to better utilize the test machines.
• Created a setup CD that would image the test PC’s to save time and insure consistency.

Confidential

IT outsourcing specialist

Responsibilities:

• Assigned to various clients assisting their existing IT departments.
• Assisted in setting Novell Containers
• Network and Server evaluation