Mark Pisarchik
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SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER / SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER
Talented, and flexible Systems Engineering professional skilled in
identifying and delivering efficient business solutions in technically-
challenging and critical environments. Strong background in managing
Microsoft, Cisco, and Citrix environments. Develops new insights into
situations, encourages new ideas and innovations, and designs and
implements cutting-edge programs and processes. Excellent work ethic,
consistently recognized for success in developing systems, processes, and
procedures to streamline corporate operations, increase revenues, and
enhance technology performance. Talented in developing and implementing
system architectures, designs, and requirements. Demonstrated expertise in
managing large and complex projects, from initial conception through
implementation.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Microsoft Infrastructure Design & Support ~ Cisco LAN/WAN Network
Configuration ~ Systems Engineering
Data Center Environments ~ Project Management ~ Staff Training & Mentoring
~ Systems Security
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EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS
Quality Technology Solutions, Parsippany, NJ
2007-Present
IT consulting and solutions provider.
SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Perform installation, maintenance, and support for Microsoft, Cisco, and
Citrix technologies, which includes all phases of planning, implementation,
training, and documentation. Provide team leadership for networking and
Cisco based products and deployment solutions. Evaluate customer needs and
upgraded systems software and hardware, and make purchasing recommendations
based on usability, functionality, effectiveness, and cost, resulting in
continued sales growth for the organization with minimal downtime. Ensure
maximum uptime and improved network performance, efficiency, and security
by monitoring and maintaining all aspects of network infrastructure.
Partner with sales teams to set project scope and estimates, ensuring on-
time and in budget completion of all projects. Document user-friendly
technical procedures in the form of a full technical checklist for company
technologies. Perform end user acceptance testing for operation and
functionality of all deployed solutions, which includes partnering with
customer staff members.
BUSINESS IMPACT:
. Directed the migration of a global automation company, from Exchange 2003
to Exchange 2010 with over 1,000 mail box users. Project included high-
availability and disaster recovery implementations and extensive planning
throughout multiple time zones to ensure nearly zero downtime.
. Revamp and customize organizations' Cisco based network infrastructure
resulting in high-availability and efficient routing. Efforts included
deployment and support of Cisco Catalyst series switch stack as well as
Citrix WANscaler/Repeater optimization systems. Projects involve
migrating customers from flat networks with a single broadcast domain to
layer 3 routable infrastructure, resulting in improved bandwidth
utilization.
. Design, implement, and manage Citrix MetaFrame/Presentation/XenApp
servers (all versions to current), Secure Gateway, Web Interface, as well
as Citrix Access Gateway for scalable, secure, and highly reliable
application access.
. Led the deployment of a network infrastructure to support a unique
business initiative by an internationally known restaurateur in New York
City, which included coordinating and working with multiple vendors to
ensure the company met all project milestones. Project involved Cisco
Wireless deployment and Microsoft Server infrastructure (AD and SQL) for
enterprise applications
LAN ASSOCIATES, Central Islip, NY
2005-2007
IT consulting and solutions provider.
FIELD NETWORK ENGINEER
Selected to assist sales teams in managing and delivering project scopes
and milestones. Performed delivery of IT solutions for customers.
Communicated with customers, internal account executives, sales teams, and
engineers to gather project requirements and develop innovative solutions.
Tested the functionality of all deployed solutions, which included
benchmarking and performance analysis.
BUSINESS IMPACT:
. Led the rollout for corporate workstation images for high profile law
firms in NYC. Efforts included performing compatibility testing for all
applications, and user profile migration for seamless transition to new
systems resulting in enhanced business productivity
AK Stamping, Co., Mountainside, NJ
2003-2005
A manufacturing organization.
SYSTEM AND NETWORK TECHNICIAN
Charged with analyzing and resolving complex hardware and software issues.
Communicated with customers, engineers, and project leaders to gather
technical requirements and implement new strategies and solutions. Provided
support and maintenance for the entire IT infrastructure of the company,
including LAN, WAN, and telecommunications. Administrated Microsoft
Exchange 2000 email systems, serving as a technical liaison for the
implementation of new network projects.
BUSINESS IMPACT:
. Spearheaded the planning and execution of all disaster recovery
solutions, including all planning, procedures documentation, testing, and
execution.
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PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Merck Pharmaceuticals, Network Desktop Support (Summer 2000)
The College of New Jersey, Residential Network Specialist (2001-2002)
Perma, Associate Account Manager (2002-2003)
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EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science, Business Information Systems, The College of New
Jersey, Ewing, NJ
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Certifications:
Cisco Certified Network Associate(CCNA) ~ Cisco Express Foundation Field
Specialist
Microsoft Certified IT Professional(MCITP 2008) ~ Citrix Certified
Administrator: Xenapp 5.0(CCA)
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TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Microsoft Server Platforms: 2008, 2003, 2000, NT4, SBS (environments up
to 200 servers including virtualization)
Microsoft Services: Active Directory, GPO Design, IIS, SQL Server 200x,
Terminal Services: Remote Desktop Services, Citrix XenApp 4.x/5/6, Citrix
Web Interface and Access Gateway
Virtualization: VMware VSphere 4.x, VMware Infrastructure 3.x, Microsoft
Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, Microsoft App-V
Messaging: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, 2007, 2003, 2000
Networking: Cisco Catalyst Series and IOS based switches, VTP, Trunking,
VLANs, Etherchannel, Static routing, RIP, EIGRP, BGP, Cisco Aironet AP's
and WLAN Controllers, Citrix WanScaler/Repeater optimization
Security/Firewalls - Cisco ASA/PIX, IPsec & SSL VPNs, Access lists, DMZ Set
up, MS RRAS/VPN Microsoft ISA Server/Threat Management Gateway
Backup and Disaster Recovery - Symantec Backup Exec, Backup Exec System
Recovery