SUMMARY:

• IT professional with 12+ years experience in IT infrastructure including network, hardware and software maintenance, Skilled troubleshooter and problem solver proficient in managing systems and networks in a range of IT environments, with high aptitude for learning new technologies and how they help us perform job duties.
• Extensive experience as a system administrator and IT experience in multiplatform VMware, Linux and Windows server virtualization with hands - on expertise in networking, storage and system integration.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

SKILLS: Windows 8, 8.1 PRO, Windows 7 PRO, MS 2012 Server, MS 2008R2 Server, MS 2003 Server, LINUX Administration, MS OFFICE, Desktop, Server, VMware, ESXI, Virtualization, Hyper-V,Imaging, Cisco,F5, Juniper Networks, CCTV, IP Camera Networks, TCP/IP, DNS, Active Directory, MAC, OSX, Wireless, Dell, Lenovo, HP, Printers, CA Unicenter, SPLUNK,Citrix,HP ProLiant DL380

EXPERIENCE:

Network Systems Engineer

Confidential, Atlanta Ga.

Responsibilities:

• Design, install, and administer Windows services on 2k3/2008/2008 R2 servers. Services implemented include File/Print Server (2003, 2008, 2008R2), IIS (6, 7, 7.5), Terminal Services (2003, 2008, 2008R2), VMware ESXi, Hyper - V, Confidential Works.
• Installed, configured and supported Splunk Enterprise in Windows and Linux environments. Installed Forwarder, licenses, Indexer and configured source types using SPLUNK in Windows and Linux environments.
• Activities included logging into production servers and analyzing the logs in Splunk to fix production issues and improve flow through rate.
• Design, monitor, and manage various network projects using Confidential equipment (6500 series, 2900 series, ASA 5500 series) to meet the requirements of the changing environment in a research and development facility.
• Provides Windows installation, patches installs and the following: configure active directory configure DCHP servers DNS servers windows servers and desktop migration windows tcp/ip configurations configures exchange servers familiar with sharepoint and sccm installs
• Provide documentation for standard procedures for Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7 networking utilization and security.
• Provide budgeting information on a divisional level for software and hardware maintenance, contracts for service, and new project plans.
• Assist in the system administration of UNIX machines across a multi-vendor, multi-platform UNIX environment.
• Additional responsibilities include design, install and administer network equipment, consisting of routers, firewalls, VPN concentrators, Ethernet switches, log servers and management stations. Monitor network performance and traffic patterns so as to identify points of congestion and suggest connectivity improvements.
• Respond in a timely fashion to network interruption and loss of computer resources through emergency call in and help desk..
• Implement change management process for server installation, maintenances and downtime.
• Administration of all facets of a Windows domain including security policy, delegation of security permissions, object management.
• Offer 24/7/365 on-call support for operational windows servers and network devices needed for successful particle accelerator function.

Network Engineer

Confidential, Atlanta, Ga.

Responsibilities:

• Installing and Managing ESX and ESXi servers on HP, Dell and Confidential hardware, and installation of vCenter Server, vCenter. Components and upgrading VMware Tools.
• Migration of ESXi host and VM's across datacenters.
• Upgrading from vSphere 4.1 to vSphere 5.0.
• Implementation of Active Directory infrastructure and Network fundamentals, protocols (such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS), Group Policy and Profile Management.
• Installed Windows & Linux based virtual machines in VMware environment.
• Maintained and migrated business application servers after business hours to minimize downtime. Maintained backup of servers based on rotation on - call. Maintained multi-vendor Windows and Linux in environments, while working closely with Storage, Networking, Database and Application Development Teams.
• Responsible for the support of network services relating to desktop connectivity.
• Various Dell Precision, OptiPlex, Dimension, Latitude, and Inspiron workstations and Laptop model repairs of any hardware malfunctions indicated by the user and tested with Dell Diagnostics.
• Daily monitoring and maintenance of Backups using Symantec Backup Exec.
• Regular VLAN switch changes on the network for different departments.
• Setup and manage small networks for on and off site litigation support.
• Lab tests conducted on various software issues and upgrades on VMware workstation and future planning and implementations on moving servers to virtual environment using VMware products.
• Troubleshooting prior to the implementation of new systems for the elimination of bugs or viruses.
• Technical support for diverse departments for regular break fix and cleanup of viruses, spam bugs and other Office suite product issues.

Network Administrator

Confidential, Atlanta Ga.

Responsibilities:

• Experience working with Juniper EX - Series Ethernet Switches Experience configuring and deployment of ERX310
• Experience with Installation on PIM modules on J-Series routers
• Configured IP RIP, PPP, BGP and OSPF routing
• Involved in the configuration & troubleshooting of routing protocols: MP-BGP, OSPF, LDP, EIGRP, RIP, BGP v4. Configured IP access filter policies.
• Experience with Checkpoint Firewall policy provisioning
• Identify, design and implement flexible, responsive, and secure technology services
• Experience with Firewall Administration, Rule Analysis, Rule Modification
• Troubleshoot traffic passing managed firewalls via logs and packet captures
• Configured and resolved various OSPF issues in an OSPF multi area environment.
• Managed fast Layer 3 switched/routed LAN/WAN infrastructure as a part of Network team. The LAN consisted of Confidential campus model of Confidential 3550 at access layer, Confidential 6513 at distribution/core
• Configuring RIP, OSPF and Static routing on Juniper Routers.
• Configuration and troubleshooting of Confidential catalyst 6509,7613 with supervisor cards
• Design, implementation and operational support of routing/switching protocols in complex environments including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, Spanning Tree, 802.1q, etc.
• Estimated Project costs and created documentation for project funding approvals.
• Managed various teams involved in site surveys, cabling specifications, Network equipment installation and configuration.
• Planned resources and presented project status to higher management.
• Deployed 7613 as PE and CE router and Configured and troubleshooted the Edge Routers.
• Excellent troubleshooting knowledge on T1, T3, OC-3 and OC-12.
• Configured egress and ingress queues for ISP facing routers using CBWFQ.
• Generating RCA (Root Cause Analysis) for critical issues of layer1/layer2/layer3 problems.
• Ability to analyze, configure and troubleshoot networks

Systems Engineer

Confidential, Atlanta, Ga.

Responsibilities:

• Provided functional and technical support, troubleshooting and diagnosing hardware and software problems, including desktop, laptop, WAN, LAN, and remote systems.
• Responsibilities included: Installation and configuration of Unicenter TNG, Asset Management, ARCserve tape backup software, and Software Delivery Option in a Wide area and Local Area networking environment. Configuration and setup of Agent services,SNMP,MIB,CORE, DSM,2D Map,3D Map, Enterprise Management and Business process views.
• Assisted in the installation and updating of software, as well as the setup and troubleshooting of all equipment.
• Preformed upgrades on desktops and laptop from Windows XP and Vista to Win 2000 Professional
• Tracked and de - escalated technology and both computer and telephone equipment systems.
• Expertly installed, configured, monitored and troubleshot PC's and related hardware on all OS platforms.
• Procured, received, documented and tracked inventory of all computer equipment and software licenses.
• Performed diagnostic testing on PC equipment and ensured printers were up and running at all times.
• Resolved Windows and Internet Explorer issues on desktop and laptop.
• Identified and removed computer viruses and provided major repairs in accordance with outside vendors.
• Performed wiring and daily maintenance of internal computer systems.
• Resolved Windows related issues, Internet Explorer issues and other PC software related issues.
• Monitored and troubleshot LAN, installed and configured routers and switches, and generated weekly reports