harold B. galloway, II
*** ******* *** **** . *******, Georgia 30228 . 678-***-**** or (404)477-
4498
. E-mail address:ab9iio@r.postjobfree.com
url: beknown.com/harold-galloway
Objective
To use my Technical expertise in the Information Technology Field.
Employment
Randstad, Inc.; Atlanta, Georgia January 2012 -
Present
Network Consultant
Client: AT&T
. Configure, Install and Troubleshoot Cisco equipment at Hilton
Corporation Sites
. Perform testing and training of installed equipment
. Lead engineer for the Hilton Sites for the ordering, installation and
troubleshooting of the Wireless Solution provided-using 802.11
a/b/g/n protocols for access points,
. Performed Air Magnet Survey using Air Magnet Survey Pro of finished
wireless/wired install
. Assembled all data into a concise report for AT&T
. Perform wireless site surveys at Hilton Hotels throughout the United
States with Air Magnet Survey Pro
. Compiled data into a heat map of the wireless signal dealing with
ssid and access point number
. Design a workable network solution for the signal loss encountered
during the site survey
. Completed Visio drawings of the findings of the site survey,
completed detailed survey forms and utilized those to give whiteboard
presentations to AT&T officials
Client: DHL International
. Installed, configured and troubleshoot Cisco TelePresence CTS systems-
1000 series and 3000 series
. Provided onsite support and training for the initial startup and
continued usage
Client: BB&T
. Trained Call Center staff on the features of the Cisco 7942 telephone
(answering, parking, setting up voicemail, accessing the directories-
missed calls, etc.
. Assisted Staff with setting up their initial voice mail on the new
phones and provided onsite assistance for any other incidents/problems
that may have arisen
Verigent, Inc.; Moorseville, NC
August 2010- Present
Network Engineer
Client: Kirkland's Home Furnishing Store
. Replace POS system
. Replace backroom server and configure as necessary
. Troubleshoot any network problems once POS system is installed
. Assemble data/pictures into a concise report to be sent to the client
Air Magnet Engineer/Network Engineer
Client: Starbuck's Roasting Plant- South Caroline
. Performed Wireless survey with Air Magnet Survey Pro of wireless
signal in this facility
. Compiled data into a heat map of the wireless signal dealing with ssid
and access point number
. Design a workable network solution for the signal loss encountered at
the facility
. Assembled all data into a concise report for British Telecom, Inc
Client: American Honda Motors Corporation- Training Facility (Nationwide)
. Installed Riverbed Network Accelerators and wireless controllers in
facilities
. Configured, installed and troubleshoot wireless equipment
Coleman Technologies, Inc.; Atlanta, Georgia March 2008 - March
2010
Network Engineer
Client: HCA Hospitals
. Performed wireless site surveys at over 42 HCA hospitals throughout
the United States with Air Magnet Survey Pro and Spectral Analysis,
. Lead engineer for the 42+ HCA hospitals for the ordering, installation
and troubleshooting of the Wireless Solution provided-using 802.11
a/b/g/n protocols for access points,
. Completed Visio drawings of the findings of the site survey, completed
detailed survey forms and utilized those to give whiteboard
presentations to HCA officials;
. Performed configurations to change Cisco autonomous access points to
Cisco LWAPP;
. Configured and installed 4404 Cisco controllers and switches;
. Instructed and managed wire contractors in the performance of their
cable pulling and termination duties;
. Installed, troubleshoot and maintained light weight access points
(LWAPP) and controllers at the client's location;
. Performed decommissioning of old client equipment- remove and erase
previous configurations;
. Trained personnel in the use of the updated equipment;
. Configured, installed and troubleshoot Cisco 7970 IP Telephones,
Configure, implement and install Point 2 Point Solutions;
. Performed IOS upgrades for 3500 series switches, 3700 series switches,
6500 series switches;
. Performed VTP upgrades and institute cutovers for Gwinnett Medical
Center, configured VPN tunnels and VLANs to speed up networks and
reduce congestion.
. Installed, configured and troubleshoot Cisco TelePresence CTS systems-
500 series, 1000 series and 3000 series
Technisource, Inc.; Atlanta, Georgia August 2007 - Present (As
Contracted)
Wireless Field Engineer/Trainer
Client: Cadbury Schweppes'
. Lead Engineer to provide training for the Symbol 9097 Wireless
Handheld Computers;
. Clientele include Cadbury Schweppes' Delivery personnel and Salesmen.
. Responsible for pre-install site surveys, installation of wireless
access points and controllers, assembly and staging of racks and
handhelds (including upgrades and any configurations), managing
secondary trainers on site and acting as lead trainer on site, certify
the training of the personnel.
Client: Tyson Chicken
. Programmed and installed POE switches and wireless access points in 14
Tyson Chicken plants throughout the SE United States and made the
sites wireless.
. Proficient with Air Magnet survey tool and Spectral analysis to
provide documentation of adequate wireless coverage in completed
sites.
Client: Veteran Administration Hospitals
. Worked as a Tech Lead for Dell Deployments while performing System
Upgrade/Replacements at Veteran Administration Hospitals in the United
States and Puerto Rico.
. Managed a Crew of no less than 8 people and worked as Lead Engineer
with the VA Hospital IT Management Personnel in performing system
migrations
Lodgenet- Stayonline, Inc.; Atlanta, Georgia October 2005 - August
2007
Network Engineer (August 2006 - August 2007)
Clients: Omni, Hampton Inn, Hyatt Place Hotels
. Performed proper installation and site surveys; perform wireless
testing at over 38 hotels(Omni, Hampton Inns, Hyatt Place) throughout
the United States;
. Worked with RF regional engineering to optimize the signal through the
site;
. Experienced with VPN client services setup and maintenance;
. Pulled, terminated and tested CAT5 and LMR Cabling throughout site as
required;
. Acted as Project Manager to direct electricians and other contractors
as required;
. Installed, configured and tested Cisco Access Points such as the
1121,1131,LAP1131, 1220, 1231 and 1242; Cisco Routers, 2950/2960
Cisco Switches, and Cisco 4402 Wireless LAN Controller as well as
Trendnet TEG-S2600i 26-Port SNMP Stackable Switches and Proxim Orinoco
AP 2000 Access Points;
. Installed, configured, and troubleshoot Cisco Point to Point
solutions;
. Modified configuration files to work in a controlled situation;
. Conducted system acceptance testing and training of personnel at
newly installed sites;
. Proficient with Word, Excel, Visio, Air Magnet and Cisco Aironet Site
Survey Utility; configuring Guest Pass Servers, Guest Pass Directors,
Packeteer Packet Shaping Monitor and Nomadix servers.
Technical Support Analyst (October 2005- August 2006)
. Worked in a helpdesk environment (tier 2 support) responsible for
assisting clients with connectivity problems as well as billing issues
for hotels which have acquired Stayonline service contracts;
. Ability to log unto client's computers and networks to assist with
problems they may be encountering, proficient with Windows XP,
Macintosh, FireFox, Morbo, Microsoft Excel, Windows 95/98, Microsoft
Word, Visio and PowerPoint.
Echostar Communications, Atlanta, Georgia January 2001 - March
2005
Field Service Manager (August 2003-March 2005)
. Responsible for managing the activities of installation personnel in
the Forest Park DNS
office.
. Manages recruiting, hiring, and training of new employees to ensure
positive results.
. Provided daily leadership to employees within the office;
. Trained new and existing installation staff members on new and
effective installation techniques and tools.
. Responsible for monitoring and reporting to higher management any
safety violations and/or performance issues regarding internal
installations.
. Managed timesheet/timecards, and monitor payroll information of
employees;
. Conducted performance appraisals of trainees and seasoned technicians
to provide feedback to management for promotional purposes;
. Proficient with Windows XP, Macintosh, Microsoft Excel, Windows 95/98,
Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.
Lead Commercial Technician (January 2001-August 2003)
. Proficient using signal meters, spectrum analyzers and signal
generators to detect and correct signal loss and signal interruptions.
. Facilitated and ensured vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
. Managed, designed and implemented new Commercial Projects as well as
oversee any existing Commercial project.
. Performed site surveys, planned head-ends, tested wiring and all
equipment for Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs) ;
. Performed in the role of 'Project Manager' for high profile or
'special' events- performed pricing and acquisition of materials used
in the project as well as managed the technicians onsite at the
project;
. Provided training to new personnel for customer service/ education,
also implementation of new policies and procedures.
EDUCATION:
B.S. - Electrical Engineering May 1985
Tuskegee Institute; Tuskegee, Alabama
CERTIFICATIONS:
. CWNA- Certified Wireless Network Associate
. CCDA- Cisco Certified Design Associate
. CCNA- Cisco Certified Network Associate
. Certified Manager/Supervisor, Clayton State University, Morrow, GA
. Dell Certified Tech Lead and Software Specialist