SUMMARY

• An experienced network administrator dedicated and committed to sorting out network related issues to ensure effective flow of information.Strong background in managing IT network services
• Passionate, diligent and focused Engineer with 8+ years of cumulative experience as a Network Engineer / System admin / Desktop Support Engineer/ Network Trainer.
• A knowledge & proficiency in designing and installing intranets for large organizations.
• Technical knowledge & proficiency in system administration, network maintenance, hardware maintenance, operating systems, Windows (All versions) & MS - DOS and the willingness to learn and effectively apply new technologies.
• Technical knowledge in Switching, Routing and Wireless Networks.
• Analytical thinker, consistently resolving ongoing issues, often called upon to consult on problems that have eluded resolution by others.
• Extensive exposure to a comprehensive range of team activities, thrive on working in challenging environment.
• Demonstrated problem analysis/ resolution skills, ability to troubleshoot, solve problems quickly & completely.
• Excellent client management skills innate ability to build strong, lasting and mutually beneficial relationships

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Installation of network both wired and wireless.
• Server configuration
• Network maintenance
• Switching and routing
• Technical support.
• Administration of security essentials.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Cable Crimping, Punching and Trunking, IP addressing, subnetting and VLSMs.
• Ample knowledge in Windows Servers 2008, 2012, 2016 and virtualization products such as VMWARE ESXi and MS Hypervisor
• Managing server on Windows Azure and AWS
• Implement and configure storage technologies such as RAID and SAN
• Working knowledge of File server, Web server, DHCP Server, DNS Server, Proxy Server, Exchange server, RADIUS and Active Directory management, GPO implementation, NTFS security (PERMISSIONS)
• Installing and configuring both wireless networks (WI-FI, WI-MAX) and Wired LAN.
• Switches: Basic Configuration & VLAN setup on Cisco Switches.
• Router: Configuration, monitoring of Cisco Routers and Sound knowledge of dynamic routing protocols - RIP V1/V2, OSPF, IGRP & EIGRP
• Functioning knowledge of WAN solution, protocol HDLC, PPP
• Security administration: port security on switch and IP security on Router via Access control list(ACL) and Firewall activation.
• Familiar with web technology HTML, CSS, java script, IIS and Asp.net.
• Knowledge on MS SQL Server and Oracle 9i, 10g, 11g and 12 c.
• Knowledge on WordPress backend, PHP, and MySQL
• Setting up Secure NFS Servers with multiple Clients for File and Disk sharing.
• Setting up SAMBA servers, to enable Windows clients to communicate with Linux without the need of additional software on the Windows side.
• Configuring NIS Servers for Centralized and secure Password and Login Management
• Monitoring and Optimizing Performance
• Back-up (Veam backup) and restore of all critical resources including router & switches IOS, Outlook, DHCP, DNS, EXCHNGE and AD.
• Both software and hardware maintenance: Troubleshooting hardware and software problems, installing and configuring the peripherals, components and drivers and installing software and application to user standards

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cable Installation Technician

Confidential, Plainfield, IL

Responsibilities:

• Installing and setting up HDTV and/or DVR boxes, Wireless TV Boxes, High - Speed Internet, and Digital Telephone service
• Successfully routing services from the service point throughout the customer's home
• Installing HDTV and/or DVR boxes, High-Speed Internet, and Digital Telephone service
• Troubleshooting Existing services and bringing installations up to quality-control standards
• Adding/removing additional requested services for existing customers
• Educating customers on services and equipment
• Installations include using hand/power tools to install outlets, running new lines, connecting cable boxes or other equipment and running necessary lines into the customer's homes in a safe and professional manner, while maintaining a professional and customer orientated demeanor

Technical Support Engineer

Confidential, Lombard, IL

Responsibilities:

• Support servers, desktop software and hardware, as well as the company network.
• Manage backups of company data (Veam), manage email accounts through Office 365, and support of phone systems.
• Manage company websites through FTP, SSH, and cloud hosting portals.
• Deploy virtual machines and servers though Windows Azure and AWS.
• Software implementation, training, and support
• Resolve any customer concerns raised during installation, operation, maintenance, product application, or compatibility matters
• Troubleshoot problems with software applications and recommend corrective action
• Respond to daily client-centric activities with exceptional technical product knowledge
• Document customer information and recurring technical issues to support product quality programs and product development

Network Administrator

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Managed and configured existing network design to facilitate customer usage.
• Assisted in customizing the network as per requirements by adding new applications and programs to existing networks.
• Ensured that the installed applications and network functioned properly and sorted out minor issues such as insufficient speed and crashes.
• Configured dynamic routing, VLAN and Security for the newly added Routers and Switches.
• Managed active directory users and Implemented GPO
• Installed and Configured application and web servers
• Installed and configured wireless (WI-FI) networks
• Installed and configured newly added networks.

Network Engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Designed and installed school intranet that is composed of both Wired and Wireless networks.
• Configured infrastructure WI-FI for Cafes, staff halls, graduation and meeting rooms and geographically inconvenient environments and Wired LAN for the Labs and for all academic and nonacademic staff bureaus.
• Configured File server, application server, back up and AD DNS server to manage users

Network Engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Installed and configured Wi-Fi using D-LINK access point and TP-LINK wireless router for the purpose of sharing Internet.

Network Engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Designed and deployed Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11 bgn mixed) to support real-time business, critical applications and create a secure, mobile, collaborative workplace for the hotel.

Network Engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Designed and installed wired network.
• Configured File server, application server, back up and AD DNS server to manage users

Network Engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Designed and installed Wired LAN and WLAN.
• Configured Web, application servers and AD DNS server to manage users

Network Engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Designed and installed Wired LAN.
• Configured Switching and routing.
• Configured infrastructure WI-FI for Cafes, staff rooms and geographically inconvenient environments with in the boundary of the college.
• Configured AD DNS server to manage users