Information Technology Professional seeking to utilize strengths in Network Administration, Server Infrastructure and Back-Up Management in a challenging assignment

  Multiple Certifications and in-depth relevant training in back-up storage and tape library systems, security, restoration and disaster recovery, Oracle Database repair/backup, Help Desk support, Network Troubleshooting and System Administration and Support

  Exceptional capabilities in installing, maintaining and repairing PCs, hardware, software, network and communication equipment including routers, hubs, switches and wi-fi devices

  Particular skills in dealing with and resolving challenging problems including applying hands on strengths coupled with a positive, can-do attitude crucial to achieving positive outcomes

SECURITY

AVG Antivirus

ESET NOD Antivirus

MacAfee Antivirus

Norton Antivirus

Windows Defender

Windows Firewall

CISCO Firewalls/Routers

LINKSYS Firewalls/Routers

Netgear Firewalls/Routers

SSL Socket Security

FTP Security

Kerberos

KMS Media Encryption

Tape Drive Encryption

File & Data Encryption

Windows Permissions

Linux File Level Permissions

Active Directory

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Workstation Versions

Windows 3.x, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 95, 98

Windows XP All versions x32/x64

Windows Vista

Windows NT 3.x / 4.x

Windows ME

Windows for Workgroups 3.11

Server versions

Windows Server 2016

Windows Server 2012 Rx

Windows Server 2008 Rx

Windows Server 2003 Rx

Windows 2000

Windows NT 4.x

Windows NT 3.x

Citrix Servers

Linux/Unix/Solaris

Fedora All Versions/Workstation & Server

Solaris 8, 9, 10

Red Hat RHEL 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Gnome Desktop

KDE Desktop

Cell Phone/Mobile

Apple IOS

Android Cell Phone OS

Cloud Storage

Itunes

Google Drive/One Drive

DISASTER RECOVERY

Enterprise Netbackup 5.x to 7.x

Storage TEK SL8500 Tape Library

EMC Symmetric SAN Storage

Synchronous/Asynchronous SRDF

Solid State Drives

LTO 3, 4, 5 Drives (HP, IBM)

LTO 3, 4, 5, (Magnetic Tapes)

ACSLS Servers

Netbackup 5230 Appliances

AIR (Automated Image Replicator)

Offsite/Onsite Tape Storage

Policy & Planning

Documentation

Netbackup Client Software

Backup Exec

Oracle DB Backups

SQL Server Backups

EMC ATL-3000/7000/7100

NETWORKING

Server Configuration Experience

Active Directory

DHCP

DNS

Domain Controllers

NetBIOS

RAS

Terminal Server

VPN

Cabling

CAT 5

COAX/BNC

Fiber Optic

Hardware:

Bridges

Firewalls

Hubs

Modems

Network Interface Cards

Repeaters

Routers

Switches

Wireless Access Points

Wireless Network Cards

THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE

Adobe Acrobat

Chrome

Domain Name Registration/Maintenance

FTP Client Software

Internet Explorer

Itunes

Lotus Notes

Microsoft Office (All Versions)

Mozilla

WinRAR

Winzip

Department of the Treasury IRS, Kearneysville, WV 2006 - 2017

Information Technology Specialist Netbackup/EMC/SAN Data Storage Administrator

         Effectively supported EMC ATL-3000, ATL-7100, ATL-700 EDM, StorageTek SL-8500 tape library system and conducted scheduled backup/restoration, as needed, utilizing Netbackup Enterprise Server 5.0-7.7.6 for Unix, Solaris, Linux and Windows.

         Received crucial training in EMC SAN Storage using Symmetrix Remote Data Facility (SRDF) and disk storage; successfully utilized Symantec Automated Image Replicator (AIR) to develop city-to-city data replication strategies, remediate hardware/software issues regarding SAN storage systems, including Symmetrix EDM BCV environments, and troubleshoot and assist Database Administrators performing repair/backup of Oracle Databases.

         Scrupulously assure security of onsite/offsite storage of sensitive data using array of tape backup procedures and, when required, swiftly implement disaster recovery and restoration procedures as directed by organizational policies.

         Was responsible for providing highest levels of Help Desk support including using Netbackup software to support 4,000+ end-users; also performed network maintenance and equipment repair, utilized NIC cards and worked with DHCP and DNS.

         Served as System Administration for Solaris 8/9/10, Linux RHEL6 & 7 and all versions of Windows, provided remote system support with MS Office Communicator and third-party remote tools and performed Linux Shell Scripting for developing reports and automating common tasks.

         Was Symantec Ops Center Administrator and developed custom reports for organizational management.

Western Ohio Regional Treatment and Habilitation (W.O.R.T.H.) Center, Lima, OH 2003 - 2006

Data Entry & Information Systems Coordinator

         Performing at a Bachelor s Degree skill level, successfully met requirements and responsibilities of several roles for this organization; as Network Administrator effectively maintained all hardware/software for organization s LAN as well as servers and client PCs, conducted backup on a daily/weekly/monthly basis as needed and continually monitored system performance.

         Designed and maintained Center s databases/spreadsheets on daily basis and authored instructional manuals that provided operational instructions on networks and identified needed documentation.

         As individual responsible for Center technology planning, developed crucial specifications for purchases and assessed vendor proposals to support well-considered procurement recommendations made to Executive Director.

         Provided highly reliable internal/external data communication for facility employees, and utilized MS Exchange 2000, Lotus CC Mail, Lotus Notes and Lotus Domino Administrator to maintain organizational email and databases.

         Also served as Data Entry and Training Coordinator, with responsibilities for compiling/uploading database information and interpreting statistical data acquired from all staff members to develop monthly/quarterly/annual reports.

         Additionally, coordinated state-mandated training programs for 50 staff personnel including developing/conducting staff training modules that included all aspects of the computer system.

EMC Corporation, Certification in Multiple Equipment/Software Systems

Sun Microsystems, Certification in Sun Solaris 9.0/10.0 OS and Unix

Global Knowledge Courses, Chicago, IL 2001-2002

MS Windows 2000 Professional

Network Cabling Technology

Management Training Workshop, Atwood, OH, 2001

Lima Technical College, Lima, OH

Computer Networking Coursework, 1999

Four County Vocational School, Archbold, OH

Associate Degree, Electronics, Equivalent

GPA: 3.6, Journeyman Certification in Electronics, Top 5% of Class

Defiance High School, Defiance, OH

GPA 3.0; College Preparatory Coursework, Electronics Certification