OBJECTIVE SYSTEMS ENGINEER / ADMINISTRATOR Seeking to join a successful company that presents an opportunity where I can apply my proven technical and communication skills to increase the bottom line of any fast-paced organization and introduce cutting edge technology in any industry.

PLATFORMS Windows 2012,2008, 2003, 2000 NT 4.0 Server maintenance and installation, Exchange Server 2003, 2007,2010 Windows 7, Vista/XP/2000/98 Workstations, Citrix Terminal Server, Novell Netware 4.1X/5.x, SonicWall/ Cisco/VPN-client, Blackberry Server, LAN /WAN diagnostics and troubleshooting - VPN access along with switch management on the LAN/WAN Level. Cat5-6 Patch panel management-Angry IP-utility for diagnosis WAN/LAN Management/ from MPLS circuits from remote offices nationally and internationally.

SOFTWARE Microsoft Office Suite: 95, 97, 2000, 2003, 2007, 2010, SQL Server, Accounting Software including QuickBooks, ConnectWise, Autotask, Visual AccountMate, Time Matters, Timeslips, Bloomberg- Various customized software programs in business, finance, law, medicine, retail and accounting . Barracuda networks, Cymphonix networks, Mortgage Applications, Calyx Point, Ellie Mae. Remote applications, including Microsoft RDP, Dameware, Logmein, Webex, GotoMeeting, Kaseya, Bomgar, Netapp, N-Able, Citrix 5.0-management-and deployment, Hyper-V-Physical to virtual migrations-Equilogic SAN management and deployment. N-able/Kaseya monitoring and software deployment, via Group policy.

EXPERIENCE

Confidential

Network System Engineer

• Planned, Engineered and built out existing 2,000 physical citrix 6.0 and 6.5 server environment to a new 2012 hyper-v, and vmware environment in a clustered virtual environment, with Equallogic, EMC, and Netapp SAN cluster environment
• Advise on planning, design and implementation, and controls the installation and maintenance of all operating systems Windows Server 2012, 2008, 2003- and server hardware in the enterprise ensure the capacity, reliability and availability of the network meet the requirements of the organization
• Engineer, Maintain, monitor using N-Able/Solarwinds, and troubleshoot all issues relating to Network servers, IBM,Dell,HP application and database servers, SQL 2012, 2008, 2005 including upgrades, patches, and any operating systems issues. Install, configure, upgrade, support, and administer V-Sphere client,VMware 4.x-5.0-5.5,Citrix 4.0-7.0 Hyper-V 2008-2012-SCVMM ,Windows and Linux operating systems and server-associated components
• Maintain a healthy Windows Active Directory environment by modifying, changing, and reviewing group policies, logon scripts, Group policy and Active Directory security and permissions on the entire domain
• Install, configure, and manage VMware Infrastructure environment Virtual Center, VCOPS, and Blade server hardware, host and guest virtual servers
• Collaborate with network engineering, business application, and database administration units to ensure server and system resources are meeting business demands/Install MS patches via WSUS
• Analyze and monitor all servers using appropriate monitoring software to provide pro-active solutions
• Support and deploy Information Security IS system guidelines to a secure Information Technology IT infrastructure/ HIPAA/PCI
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot issues relating to Microsoft Exchange 2003, 2007, 2010, e-mail, and Blackberry services/ All handheld devices Android/Iphone via Active Sync
• Act as technical lead to IT engineering team. Handle escalated helpdesk issues provide support and offer technical advice on all VMware, Windows and Linux issues.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management/Monitor AV Issues/Symantec Endpoint/Kaspersky/Trend Micro/Mcafee
• Demonstrated experience building and designing Windows 2008R2 and 2012 , Microsoft Exchange and RedHat 5.x systems experience engineering VMware clusters ESX 5.1
• Expert level proficiency with Windows 2003, 2008, Group Policy and Active Directory solid understanding of Active Directory design and implementation
• Knowledge of network management tools VMware SRM, VCOPS and Cloud Director and script creation/maintenance WMI, PowerShell, VBScript, ADSI, DOS Shell
• Understanding of IT Service Management terms and processes
• Citrix 4.0-7.0/VDI VMware-esxi- esx server- 4.x-present. built infrastructure with 2000 physical servers to a a virtual environment, using Hyper-v2008,-2012
• Vision and leadership skills with ability to troubleshoot complex issues and provide solutions
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other team members, unit directors, upper management, technology leaders, and support staff on as enterprise-wide basis

Confidential

Systems Engineer/ Network Administrator

• Designed, Installed, Configured and Maintained Large Infrastructures internally and for national and International clients with 300-500 servers-Dell, HP
• Installed, configured and maintained Force10 switches, Equallogic SAN storage networks
• Built 2012, 2008, Physical Servers, Clustered Virtual Hyper-V and VMware environments internally for software development, and clients incorporating Active Directory
• Used SCVMM to manage virtual servers-in MS Hyper-V environments
• Installed, and managed SQL Server 2012, 2008, for development-created security policies to incorporate with Active Directory using GPO
• Supported SharePoint for all users
• Setup, maintained, and supported offsite clients with remote support using N-Able, Kaseya and other various remote utilities
• Worked with state and government to meet PCI requirements-Group policy, Hard code IIS
• Setup various levels of VLans to segment Primary, DMZ, and other layers for development and production
• Installed, and supported offsite redundancy using DFS, Doubletake and SQL replication
• Setup, configured, and maintained Backup exec, and AV using Kaspersky, Trend Micro, Symantec
• Worked with Vendors, HP, Dell to order all equipment as per nature of the environment
• Built and engineered each infrastructure with MS Visio, Project and PowerPoint
• Put together quotes to ultimately bid on various jobs, to provide CEO's, CIO's, CTO's to meet their needs
• Desktop support for all internal developers using Visual Studio, and other development tools

Confidential

Systems Engineer/Network Administrator

• Administration and Support of all Windows operating systems: 95,98,NT 2000, XP, 7, and Server 2003-2008- Active Directory
• Installation, administration, and support of Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, and 2010, including Database Maintenance and Mailbox Recovery
• Performed consulting services related to installations and daily maintenance for multiple financial and Law institutes within NYC and 5 boroughs
• Prepared clients for the implementation of their new Financial System infrastructure front and backend.
• Provided support on-site and remote during go live process and assisted with Customer Support cases as needed.
• LAN/WAN management from switch level to end to end user diagnostic support
• Administration and Support of all Windows operating systems: 95,98,NT 2000, XP, 7, and Server 2003-2008- Active Directory
• Installation, administration, and support of Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, and 2010, including Database Maintenance and Mailbox Recovery
• Worked closely with helpdesk and managed all documentation for all incoming issues
• Cisco, SonicWall, Fortinet VPN and Citrix Server and client support for end user remote applications
• XenApp, XenDesktop, XenServer support for clients.
• Configured and supported all Blackberry and Windows mobile devices
• Migration, installation, and support for MS Office 365 cloud solutions for clients
• VMware, Vsphere 4, 5 support and client installation.
• End user support for all applications such as Bloomberg, Reuters, Ms Office, Adobe and other internal apps. Associated with daily client production.

Confidential

Systems Engineer/Network Admin

• Administration and Support of all Windows operating systems: 95,98,NT 2000, XP, 7, and Server 2003-2008- Active Directory
• Installation, administration, and support of Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5, 2000, and 2003, including Database Maintenance and Mailbox Recovery
• Cisco, SonicWall VPN and Citrix support for end user remote applications.
• Support of all internal Apps. Such as MS Office 03-10, Adobe Suite
• Configured and supported all Blackberry and Windows mobile devices.
• Installation, administration, and support of Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5, 2000, and 2003, including Database Maintenance and Mailbox Recovery
• Installation of Microsoft windows Server 2003-2008
• Install, configure and administer Citrix Metaframe 1.8/ and upgrades- including NFuse on servers and client support.
• Worked closely with helpdesk and managed all documentation for all incoming issues.
• Onsite project liaison between Lionsgate and TV Guide
• Incorporated and transitioned Internal IT infrastructure from Macrovision to the new Lionsgate Infrastructure.
• Built and racked HP/Dell servers shipped from Tulsa location to New York and worked in conjunction with developers in house with SharePoint server, TFS Server, and Virtual servers.
• LAN/WAN management from switch level to end to end user diagnostic support.
• Worked extensively with CFO, CIO, CTO regarding development and management of websites.
• Transitioned all in house staff from corporate Macrovision infrastructure to new Lionsgate / TV Guide infrastructure and worked extensively with end users regarding new email system, new user profiles, and training users and VP's on Blackberry handhelds, all windows Mobile devices.
• Built all Global Catalog servers along with all Citrix remote access servers.

Systems Analyst

• Managed 60 SMB clients covering all of Long Island, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.
• Set up high-level network integrations and diagnostics relating to firewalls, routers, multi-layer switches, and inter-connected Wide-Area-Networks.
• Administration and Support of all Windows operating systems: 95,98,NT 2000, XP, and Server 2003-2008
• Installation, administration, and support of Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5, 2000, and 2003, including Database Maintenance and Mailbox Recovery
• Install, configure and administrate Citrix Metaframe 1.8/XP including NFuse on servers and clients
• Set up network printing environments using Windows print servers and hardware print servers, including HP JetDirect and Netgear.
• Installed, upgraded, and troubleshot computer hardware and software on workstations, servers, printers, and network equipment
• Install and configure Antivirus solutions on networks: CA's Innoculan, Norton Enterprise, McAfee
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot DHCP, WINS, and DNS on Windows NT 4.0, 2000, and 2003 Servers.
• Installed and configured Wireless networking solutions
• Installation of CAT5 5E cable runs including wiring termination

Confidential

Field Technician

• Installation, upgrades, repairs and maintenance in metropolitan area for small to large size law firms and accounting firms
• Assisting attorneys in proprietary software and training in various applications pertaining to their environment
• Installation and troubleshooting of laptop and desktop wireless and wired devices
• Troubleshooting T1/T3, DSL circuits
• Installation of CAT5 5E cable runs including wiring termination

Confidential

Field Engineer

• Provided on-site diagnostic analysis, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of widely diverse systems for clients throughout the metropolitan area
• Interacted extensively with managers and principals for a diversified client base including educational institutions, corporations, commercial accounts, retail, and professionals
• Planned, configured, implemented and supported various client server solutions
• Installed, configured and supported a variety of wireless networks
• Provided complete technical support on all related hardware and software issues for customers and other technicians
• Installed and maintained LAN/WAN networks for over 100 clients

Database Administrator

• Managed day-to-day computer support and networking problems for 60 user network
• Responsible for Maintenance of hardware and software of Unix and Microsoft Servers
• Installed software onto systems, provided troubleshooting for hardware/software issues
• Assisting users with questions/training with customized software, transferring data from old systems to new ones and configuring laptops to link into system from remote locations
• Configuring systems for network, running Cat-5 wire to systems, turning on network socket switches for different systems
• Project manager for new offices being built in out-of-state locations, designed LAN connections and made appropriate recommendations for networks
• Took inventory of computer equipment, providing a clear and manageable information systems department

Field Analyst

• Provided on-site diagnostic analysis, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of widely diverse systems for clients throughout the metropolitan area
• Interacted extensively with managers and principals for a large client base including educational institutions, corporations, commercial accounts, retail, and professionals
• Planned, configured, implemented and supported various client server solutions
• Configured and implemented migration of system upgrades from Novell to Windows NT
• Installed and maintained NT network environment including NT servers, workstations, Windows 9x, ME, NT and 2000 workstations
• Gained experience configuring DSL lines and routers
• Performed WAN networking connectivity in an Ethernet environment utilizing Static IPs and DHCP

Computer Technician

• Responsible for PC troubleshooting, hardware and software upgrades, and installation for a widely diverse client base
• Provided telephone technical support and data recovery
• Gained proficiency in various environments including NT server and workstation, Novell client server, and Windows 98 peer-to-peer networking